Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) engages in international collaboration to exchange knowledge, review and compare approaches, and explore effective practices that contribute to sustainable development. Through partnerships with international universities, RUTS brings together academic expertise and diverse perspectives to examine educational and professional practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop collaborative approaches to addressing sustainability challenges. These exchanges support mutual learning, curriculum development, and the sharing of practices across institutional and national contexts.
RUTS Collaborates with International Experts to Enhance Curriculum Development
From 8–10 July 2025, the Accounting Programme, Faculty of Business Administration, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), hosted an International Curriculum Development Project in Songkhla, Thailand, bringing together academic experts from the United Kingdom and Malaysia to strengthen curriculum quality and promote international knowledge exchange.
The project welcomed Prof. Dr. Shahzad Uddin from the University of Essex, United Kingdom; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azrul bin Abdullah and Dr. Norshamshina binti Mat Isa from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia; and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zunaidi Yaacob from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia.
The collaboration provided opportunities for international experts to share academic expertise, exchange educational approaches, and contribute to the development of a forward-looking accounting curriculum responsive to evolving professional and societal needs. By integrating international perspectives and exploring effective teaching and curriculum development practices, the initiative aimed to enhance educational quality, strengthen academic standards, and prepare students for a changing global workforce.
The project facilitated international academic exchange and the consideration of different approaches to accounting curriculum development. Contributions from experts in the United Kingdom and Malaysia provided perspectives for reviewing curriculum content, teaching practices, and professional competencies in relation to international educational approaches.
RUTS Strengthens International Collaboration with Kunming Railway Vocational and Technical College
On 17 November 2025, a delegation from Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), led by Prof. Dr. Suwat Tanyaros, President of RUTS, paid an official visit to Kunming Railway Vocational and Technical College (KRVTC), China, to strengthen academic cooperation and promote knowledge exchange in railway engineering and technical education. The delegation was warmly welcomed by President Li Ruilin and senior representatives of KRVTC.
During the visit, both institutions reviewed their collaborative achievements since the signing of their initial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in 2019. The delegation toured KRVTC’s advanced training facilities and exchanged knowledge on technical education, practical training methods, and railway workforce development. Discussions also explored opportunities for faculty and student exchanges, joint curriculum development, and the creation of shared instructional materials and textbooks.
The collaboration aims to enhance the quality of railway engineering education, strengthen students’ technical competencies, and promote the exchange of effective teaching and training practices between Thailand and China. By sharing institutional expertise and practical approaches to vocational education, both institutions seek to develop a highly skilled workforce capable of supporting modern railway infrastructure and sustainable transportation development.
The partnership benefits students, faculty members, and both institutions by expanding professional development opportunities, strengthening technical expertise, and enhancing international cooperation in railway education.
UTP Strengthens International Collaboration with Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS on Academic and Student Development
On 6 November 2025, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), represented by Dr. Lamun Kayurin, Assistant to the President, welcomed a delegation from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP), Malaysia, led by Mr. Saravanan Muthiah, Vice Provost for Student Affairs, together with Dr. Aliza Sarlan and Mr. Ahmad PG Abdullah. The visit aimed to strengthen the universities’ ongoing partnership and explore opportunities for further academic and student development cooperation.
During the visit, both institutions reviewed their collaborative activities since 2024 and discussed future initiatives involving student mobility, staff exchanges, and international student camps. The delegation also visited the Faculties of Architecture, Engineering, Industrial Education and Technology, and Liberal Arts, where faculty members and students shared their teaching approaches, research activities, student leadership experiences, and practical learning initiatives.
The visit provided opportunities for international knowledge exchange and the sharing of educational practices, particularly in experiential learning, student leadership development, creative education, and industry-oriented training. These interactions supported mutual learning and created opportunities to strengthen future academic programmes and student development activities.
RUTS and UUM Collaborate to Exchange Sustainable Tourism Practices and Develop Joint Student Projects
Activity/Implementation Date: 18–22 August 2025
Responsible Unit: College of Hospitality and Tourism
From 18 to 22 August 2025, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), through its College of Hospitality and Tourism, hosted the RUTS & UUM International Collaboration Camp 2025 (Tourism Camp) in collaboration with Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM). The programme brought together Thai and Malaysian students and academic staff to exchange approaches to sustainable tourism, strengthen cross-cultural understanding, and develop practical skills through collaborative learning.
During the camp, participants engaged in academic idea-sharing and brainstorming sessions, exchanging perspectives on tourism practices in Thailand and Malaysia. They also participated in environmental conservation activities at Chao Mai Beach and visited Bor Hin Farmstay to learn about community-based tourism and sustainable tourism practices. Other activities included cultural workshops, marine tourism learning, and the Eco Reflection Showcase, providing opportunities to explore environmental responsibility and local cultural heritage.
On 22 August 2025, the programme concluded with the Student Project Pitch on Sustainable Marine Tourism. Working in mixed teams, RUTS and UUM students shared and compared approaches to sustainable tourism in Thailand and Malaysia. Drawing on these discussions and their field experiences, they jointly developed and presented project proposals addressing sustainable marine tourism, bringing together perspectives and practices from both countries.
Through international knowledge exchange, comparative discussions, and joint project development, the camp provided opportunities for students to explore collaborative approaches to sustainable marine tourism and environmentally responsible tourism development.
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