How can I get a scholarship to study at a university in Thailand as an international student? And what are the job opportunities after graduation?

[u/Liz0073030]

I'm an international student currently studying at a college in Russia, and I'm interested in continuing my education at a university in Thailand after I graduate.

I'm currently in my final year and expect to graduate in June 2027. My current major is Media, Advertising, PR, and Marketing. I'd like to continue studying in a related field at a Thai university, but I'm also interested in Performing Arts, Dance, Choreography, Musical Theater, or Dance Performance as an alternative major.

I'm hoping to find scholarship opportunities for international students, particularly for bachelor's degree programs. I'd also like to understand the career prospects and job opportunities in Thailand for international graduates in these fields.

I'd really appreciate advice on the following questions:

Scholarships and university admissions:

• What scholarships are available for international students who want to pursue a bachelor's degree in Thailand?
• Are there any full or partial scholarships that cover tuition fees, accommodation, or living expenses?
• Which Thai universities offer programs and scholarships in Media, Advertising, PR, Marketing, or Performing Arts, Dance, Choreography, Musical Theater, or Dance Performance?
• Since I expect to graduate in June 2027, when should I start applying for university admission and scholarships?
• What are the usual admission and scholarship requirements, such as GPA, English proficiency tests, portfolios, or auditions?

Job opportunities and career prospects:

• How difficult is it for an international student to find a job in Thailand after graduating in one of these fields?
• What kinds of jobs are available for international graduates in Media, Advertising, PR, and Marketing? For example, digital marketing, social media management, advertising, public relations, or working in international companies.
• What about career opportunities in Performing Arts, Dance, Choreography, Musical Theater, or Dance Performance?
• Do Thai companies or entertainment organizations hire international graduates in these fields, particularly those who don't speak Thai fluently?
• Are there any restrictions on the types of jobs foreigners can do in Thailand, and how difficult is it to obtain the appropriate visa and work permit after graduation?
• Would studying at a Thai university make it easier to find internships or employment in Thailand?

I'd especially appreciate advice from international students or graduates who have studied or worked in Thailand in either of these fields. Hearing about your experiences with scholarships, university applications, internships, and finding employment would be extremely helpful.

I'm still researching my options and trying to figure out which path would be the most realistic for me, both academically and professionally.

[u/DistrictOk8718]

You sweet summer child... Scholarships for a foreigner to study in Thailand? Good luck with that. It's mostly the other way around.

Job opportunities after graduating? Unless you're studying Education and plan to become a teacher, there will be few opportunities. You mentioned media, PR, performing arts... There will be very few legal job opportunities. There are A LOT of restrictions on what jobs foreigners can do here and not speaking Thai will be a massive disadvantage no matter how you put it.

[u/lukkreung98 → u/DistrictOk8718]

They actually do have them.

[u/QualityOverQuant]

They want you to come and spend money. Not help you make money

[u/Mod_Daeng]

Some Thai universities do provide scholarships to foreign students, but a degree from a Thai university does not provide a pathway to employment in Thailand for foreigners.

It is unrealistic to expect a company in Thailand to offer an entry level job to a foreigner.