Mahidol UniversityStudent Guide

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Student guide · Trimester I 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Mahidol University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Trimester I 2026-2027
Campus terms
16
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Trimester I 2026-2027 runs Sep 14, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

4 entries
  1. Trimester I 2026-2027Relevant now
  2. Trimester II 2026-2027
  3. Trimester III 2026-2027
  4. Summer Session 2027

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Campus language

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16 terms

B

Baan Mahidol
Dormitory 11, the premium on-campus housing complex at the Salaya campus.

C

Chaiyapruk
The collective name for the male student dormitories 3 and 4.
CRS
College of Religious Studies.

D

Dek Mahidol
A term used to refer to Mahidol University students ('Dek' meaning kid/student in Thai).

I

Inthanin
The name for student dormitory 10.

K

Kanyapruk
The collective name for the female student dormitories 1 and 2.

L

Love Island
The scenic island located in the middle of the campus lake, a popular hangout spot.

M

MLC Canteen
The primary food court located within the Mahidol Learning Center.
MUIC
Mahidol University International College, the international undergraduate wing.
MUSA
Mahidol University Student Association, the central student government body.

R

Ruen Silp
The cafeteria located near the College of Music, popular for its atmosphere.

S

Salaya
Commonly used to refer to the main campus or the surrounding neighborhood lifestyle.
SIM
Siriraj Institute of Medicine (often used in context of the medical faculty).
Sitalasai
The formal name of the university's anthem, often used in ceremonial contexts.
Sky Cafe
The cafeteria and lounge area located on the top floor of the MUIC building.

T

The Herb
The cafeteria located at the Faculty of Pharmacy area.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Adit
Short for the Aditayathorn Building, the main modern facility for MUIC students.
general_education_canteen
General Education Canteen
MLC
Mahidol Learning Center, the central hub for student activities and study spaces.
mu_cafeteria_mlc
MU Cafeteria (MLC)
MU-WiFi
The campus-wide wireless internet service available to all students and staff.
OP
The Office of the President building.
Prince Mahidol Hall
The university's landmark auditorium used for graduation and concerts.
Salaya Link
The shuttle bus service connecting the Salaya campus to the Bang Wa BTS skytrain station.
SC
The Faculty of Science buildings.
sh_cafeteria
SH Cafeteria
Soft Skills
A mandatory component of the curriculum requiring students to participate in various extracurricular activities.
Tram
The free open-air shuttle bus service that circulates throughout the Salaya campus.
We Mahidol
The official mobile application used for digital student IDs, class check-ins, and payments.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Trimester I 2026-2027 runs Sep 14, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Putthamonthon for Mahidol University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Putthamonthon.

Timezone

Asia/Bangkok

City Transportation

Public Transit

Regional bus services, Private vans and songthaews (shared taxis)

Nearest Airports

Don Mueang International Airport (nearest major), Suvarnabhumi Airport (major international hub for the region)

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical savanna

Avg Annual Temp

82°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Aditayathorn Building Parking

garage • Permit required

Trimester fee of 4,000 THB for B2-B3 floors.

Parking Lot 2

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Located at the Prince Mahidol Hall Conference Center.

Parking Lot 4

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Located near the Faculty of Veterinary Science.

Campus News

Latest updates from Mahidol University

MUIC Welcomes Over 900 New Students for Trimester 1

Mahidol University International College officially welcomed 925 new students for the first trimester of the 2026-2027 academic year.

Sep 14, 2026

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Mahidol University Expands Global Partnerships at EAIE 2026

University representatives attended the EAIE Conference in Glasgow to strengthen international alliances and research collaborations.

Sep 11, 2026

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Mahidol University Signs MOU with University of Strathclyde

A new agreement aims to strengthen strategic collaboration in education, research, and innovation between the two institutions.

Sep 8, 2026

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Workshop on Emergency Response for Mental Health Safety held to enhance campus psychological emergency management.

Workshop on Emergency Response for Mental Health Safety held to enhance campus psychological emergency management.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Mahidol University

Mahidol World Dialogues 2026: Longevity – Future of Life

September 23, 2026

Mahidol University, Salaya

A dialogue exploring the future of life through the lens of longevity, focusing on food, mental health, and the environment.

Grand Rehearsal Day: Mahidol University Graduation Ceremony

October 3, 2026

Prince Mahidol Hall, Salaya Campus

The grand rehearsal for the 2025 academic year graduation ceremony. Registration takes place at Parking 2.

Mahidol University Graduation Ceremony

October 5, 2026

Prince Mahidol Hall, Salaya Campus

Official graduation ceremony for the 2025 academic year, held over two days (October 5-6).

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@mahidol.ac.th

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