Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University, in Thailand was established in 2004 and started off by solely teaching undergraduate programmes.
It has since expanded to offer master's degrees and doctoral courses. It has faculties in education; humanities and social sciences; science and technology; management; industrial technology, and public health.
The university has four strategies for development, including producing graduates to support local security, reforming the development of teachers, local development and sustainable management.
The city of Nakhon Ratchasima is one of the four major cities in the region of Isan. Its name is commonly shortened to Korat.
The Phimai Historical Park consists of a 12th-century temple, a place for students to enjoy Thai architecture and history. The city’s historical sights also include the famous Thao Suranari statue, translated as Grandma Mo, who was the wife of Nakhon Ratchasima’s deputy governor. Students studying here also have access to breathtaking parks and nature, such as the Lamtakhong Dam and the Nakhon Ratchasima Zoo.
Nakhon Ratchasima is also known for its agriculture, producing rice, tapioca and sugar and contributes largely to the Isan region’s exports. The region is also famous for technology, with the establishment of Seagate Technology factory, where hard-drives and data storage equipment is produced. Other large companies have established themselves in Nakhon Ratchasima, such as Tesco Lotus, the Thai branch of Tesco, HomePro and Makro. Students therefore have a wealth of industry in close proximity to them, whether it be in agriculture, retail or technology.
The city has great transport links, allowing students ease of travel during their free time. With rail, road and air services, students can travel to popular metropolitan areas such as Bangkok.
