CMKL University

CMKL University (CMKL, มหาวิทยาลัยซีเอ็มเคแอล)

The dual-degree, Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) graduate program at CMKL University is established as a collaboration between Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL). By applying Carnegie Mellon’s globally acclaimed research and education programs within a regional context, CMKL tackles challenges that will drive the future development of Thailand and the ASEAN community.

In addition, CMKL University offers single-degree programs in Artificial Intelligence & Computer Engineering(AiCE) and Technology & Creative Innovation(TCI). CMKL University will provide cutting-edge engineering research and education in Southeast Asia. By bridging world-class partnerships with local context, CMKL makes technologies accessible to its society and creates innovations that will benefit Thailand and the Southeast Asia region.

History
On October 26, 2017, the head of the National Council for Peace and Order Prayut Chan-o-cha got order  No.29/2560  from the head of the National Council for Peace and Order about promoting education management by high-potential institutions from abroad. In order to drive educational reform and raise the country's competitiveness by enhancing the knowledge of technology and modern science in the development of the country, especially in The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), this order allows the establishment of universities with high-potential institutions through international cooperation.

In October 2017, President Suchatvee Suwansawat, and Assistant Professor Supan Tungjitkusolmun (the President of CMKL University), the academic administration of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Teerakiat Jaroensettasin the Minister of Education and teams travelled to Carnegie Mellon University in the United States to sign a contract between Carnegie Mellon University and King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang to jointly establish "CMKL University."

The collaboration between Carnegie Mellon University and King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang is a new page in history. The mission is to present research and education in computing, artificial intelligence, big data, and high-impact research to accelerate digital transformation in Thailand and Southeast Asia.

The university was officially established on October 25, 2017 with Assistant Professor Supan Tangchitkusolman, appointed as the first university president on December 16, 2017 and opening the first branch of the electrical and computer engineering program. In addition, first-time admission to CMKL University for master's and doctoral degree opened in 2018.

Education

 * The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Program is based on the Carnegie Mellon University educational management approach. The student admission system and teaching management have several research projects, including setting graduation criteria. Thus, students would conduct part of their studies in the United States.
 * The teaching faculties are made up of Carnegie Mellon University professors, some of whom have come to conduct local research in Thailand or through a distance learning system and also certified local Thai teachers who are available.
 * Research supervision is conducted through advisory board made up of Carnegie Mellon University faculty members and the private sector supporting the project.
 * Carnegie Mellon University admission will only be the main lead in charge of the admissions process in the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Program, using the same criteria and standards as the United States to admit new students into the programs. Graduates from the Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) program would receive a dual degree from both Carnegie Mellon University and CMKL University.