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Vision
SPD Labs aims to become a collaborative space for research, innovation, and practical learning in social policy and development — connecting students, faculty members, researchers, practitioners, communities, and partner organisations to create knowledge and projects that respond to real social challenges.
SPD Research Lab
Inquiry that informs change
SPD Research Lab is a platform for academic inquiry, student research, and collaborative knowledge production in the field of social policy and development.
Objectives
- Promote research culture among students and faculty members
- Support student-led and faculty-led research projects
- Encourage evidence-based policy analysis
- Build research collaboration with academic and professional partners
- Connect research findings with real social impact
Research Areas
Social welfare and social protection
Poverty and inequality
Migration and citizenship
Community development
Youth and education
Ageing society
Environmental justice
Gender and social inclusion
Human rights and development
Public policy and governancet
SPD Project Lab
Turning ideas into action
SPD Project Lab is a practical learning space where students turn ideas into action. The lab supports student projects that address social problems and create meaningful community impact.
Objectives
- Encourage students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges
- Support student-led social development projects
- Strengthen project design, teamwork, communication, and leadership skills
- Build collaboration with communities and organisations
- Create opportunities for students to become active changemakers
Project Themes
Community empowerment
Youth participation
Social innovation
Education access
Mental health awareness
Environmental sustainability
Inclusive public spaces
Support for vulnerable groups
Digital tools for social development
Volunteer and advocacy campaigns
SPD Research Lab
Inquiry that informs change
SPD Research Lab is a platform for academic inquiry, student research, and collaborative knowledge production in the field of social policy and development.
Recent Updates
The results of applicants who have passed the interview for Inter Portfolio 2, Academic Year 2026 have been sent via email.Please check your email for further details. If you did not receive an email, please contact us at spdtu@tu.ac.th Congratulations to all successful applicants! Read the announcement in Thai Read
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According to Thammasat University’s announcement dated 14 October 2025 regarding admission in the Bachelor of Arts in Social Policy and Development (International Program), Faculty of Social Administration, Academic Year 2026, Inter Portfolio Round 2, on 24 February 2026 the University had scheduled the announcement of eligible applicants for the interview.
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SPD Project Lab
Turning ideas into action
SPD Project Lab is a practical learning space where students turn ideas into action. The lab supports student projects that address social problems and create meaningful community impact.
Recent Updates
The results of applicants who have passed the interview for Inter Portfolio 2, Academic Year 2026 have been sent via email.Please check your email for further details. If you did not receive an email, please contact us at spdtu@tu.ac.th Congratulations to all successful applicants! Read the announcement in Thai Read
SDGS :
PLOs :
According to Thammasat University’s announcement dated 14 October 2025 regarding admission in the Bachelor of Arts in Social Policy and Development (International Program), Faculty of Social Administration, Academic Year 2026, Inter Portfolio Round 2, on 24 February 2026 the University had scheduled the announcement of eligible applicants for the interview.
SDGS :
PLOs :