Message from the Dean

 

We are thrilled to welcome you to our exceptional school, where we offer numerous opportunities to support you in building a rewarding career in law. Our mission is to create an environment that not only challenges but also supports our students in becoming influential legal professionals and ethical leaders. We believe in academic excellence, integrity, and service, which are the cornerstones of everything we do.

At Thomas Aquinas, our distinguished faculty brings a unique blend of academic knowledge and practical experience, fostering an atmosphere where critical thinking and creative problem-solving thrive. Our education goes beyond traditional textbooks, offering hands-on learning through clinics, internships, and public service initiatives, ensuring that our students make meaningful contributions from the start of their legal journey.

Whether you are a prospective student, a current member of our community, or an alumnus, we invite you to immerse yourself in our programs, take on challenges, and embrace the opportunities that lie ahead. Together, we can create positive change within our communities and the field of law.

 

Dr. Norarit  Sudsanguan

Dean, Thomas Aquinas School of Law

Vision

A Preferred Business Law School in Thailand.



Mission

1) Produce quality law students and graduates to respond demands of stakeholders and country development.
2) Provide knowledge and assistance to the public through various kinds of research, academic works, and collaborations.
3) Preserve arts, cultures, and core values as fundamental elements of human society.
4) Promote excellent educational management through all stakeholders’ engagement.


Strategies

STRATEGY1: Strengthening legal education quality towards international standards.

STRATEGY2: Enhancing the utilization of academic expertise of partner universities in ASEACCU and IFCU, and leading international universities to strengthen AU Law School’s academic performance.

STRATEGY3: Establishing partnerships with target industries, government agencies, communities, and foreign organizations to foster entrepreneurial lawyers and successful national and international business leaders.

STRATEGY4: Sustaining AU Law School growth.


 

Since 1992 - Present

School of Laws Faculty History

Thomas Aquinas School of Law, Assumption University, was established in 1992 as the eighth school of the university with the objective of producing graduates who possess expertise in business law, English proficiency, morals and ethics, and the competencies necessary to work in the legal profession in response to political and economic circumstances, as well as societal demands.

As of 2022, the school has been providing legal education for 30 years and has delivered graduates to the labor market for various careers and professions, including entrepreneurs, judges, public prosecutors, practicing lawyers, legal advisors, police officers, judge advocate general officers, administrative officers, public enterprise officers, university lecturers, international organization officers, and members of the House of Representatives. The school’s quality graduates have received significant recognition from employers and professional organizations, such as the Thai Bar Association, the Lawyer Council, the Office of the Judiciary, the Office of the Attorney General, and various state agencies, international and domestic law firms, public companies, and private business organizations.

Furthermore, Thomas Aquinas School of Law, Assumption University, is the only private law school in Thailand offering a bachelor’s degree in law. In alignment with its mission to promote inclusivity and cater to a diverse student body, the school is also preparing to launch a Bachelor of Laws (International Program) in the upcoming academic year. This program aims to provide an exceptional opportunity for international students who may not be proficient in the Thai language to pursue their legal education in an accessible and globally minded environment.

Additionally, the school offers specialized programs that students can choose based on their interests and the country’s developmental objectives, including Law and Information Technology, Intellectual Property Management, Law and Logistics Management, Law and Real Estate Business, and Law and Judicial Process.

At the graduate level, students have two alternative options tailored to meet diverse preferences and future career aspirations: the Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Trade and Investment Law and the Master of Arts (M.A.) in Law, Management, and Information Technology.

On the occasion of its 30th anniversary, the school is committed to enhancing and elevating the quality of education to gain international recognition and certification. This will be achieved by modifying curricula, applying the AUN-QA approach for program management, and utilizing EdPEx at the school level.