SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

[17.3.17 / 17_Summary] Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) Annual SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) Progress Report for Data Year 2025.

[12.4.1 / 17.3 Overall Report] Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) Annual Sustainability & SDGs Progress Report (SDG 1–17) for Data Year 2025.

RUTS Strengthens Cross-Sectoral Partnerships to Advance Sustainable Mangrove Biodiversity Conservation On 16 October 2025, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Mae Fah Luang Foundation under Royal Patronage, the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR), and Chulalongkorn University to establish Thailand’s National Mangrove Biodiversity Database and advance climate finance mechanisms. The signing ceremony was attended by M.L. Dispanadda Diskul, Chief Executive Officer of the Mae Fah Luang Foundation; Prof. Dr. Suwat Tanyaros, President of RUTS; Dr. Pinsak Suraswadi, Director-General of DMCR; and Prof. Dr. Pornanong Aramwit, Vice President for Research at Chulalongkorn University.

Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) actively engages in cross-sectoral dialogue with government agencies, private-sector organisations, educational institutions, and local communities to address sustainable development challenges. In 2025, these engagements focused on three key areas: integrated water resource management, sustainable community-based tourism, and green skills development. Through discussions and knowledge exchange with diverse stakeholders, RUTS contributes academic expertise and practical approaches to addressing environmental, economic, and social challenges while strengthening partnerships for sustainable development. RUTS Collaborates with Songkhla Provincial Administrative Organization to Strengthen Sustainable Water Management On 29 December 2025, Asst. Prof. Dr.

International Collaboration in Aquatic Data Collection and Environmental Monitoring (หัวข้อใหญ่) Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) collaborates with international universities to strengthen scientific data collection, environmental monitoring, and knowledge exchange related to aquatic ecosystems and sustainable aquaculture. Through joint fieldwork, laboratory activities, and practical training, RUTS brings together international researchers, academics, and students to collect and examine biological and environmental information. In 2025, these efforts included collaboration with the University of Latvia on aquatic biodiversity data collection and the Tropical Aquaculture Camp involving universities from Malaysia and Vietnam, with activities focusing on water quality testing and aquatic animal health assessment.

International Collaboration in Reviewing and Developing Educational Best Practices (หัวข้อใหญ่) 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

Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) collaborates with non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and civil society partners to address sustainable development challenges through student volunteering, collaborative research, and educational initiatives. These partnerships bring together academic expertise, community engagement, and organisational resources to support disaster recovery, biodiversity conservation, environmental education, and public health promotion. Through joint activities and knowledge exchange, RUTS contributes to community well-being, environmental sustainability, and the development of practical responses to local challenges. RUTS Collaborates with the Mirror Foundation and Alumni Association to Support Flood Recovery and Community Resilience

University-Wide Commitment to Education for Sustainable Development Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) demonstrates its institutional commitment to education for sustainable development through its General Education Curriculum (Revised Edition, B.E. 2566), implemented since the first semester of the 2023 academic year. Approved by the University Council, the curriculum applies to all undergraduate degree programmes and requires students to complete at least 24 credits of general education. Sustainable development is explicitly incorporated into the curriculum's objectives and learning outcomes, reflecting the university's commitment to equipping students with the knowledge and awareness needed to address contemporary social, economic, and environmental challenges.

Dedicated Courses on Sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) offers dedicated courses addressing sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its General Education Curriculum (Revised Edition, B.E. 2566), implemented since the first semester of the 2023 academic year. The curriculum includes courses that provide students with knowledge of environmental, social, and economic sustainability, global challenges, and responsible citizenship. These courses form part of the university's general education offerings and provide opportunities for undergraduate students across different academic disciplines to engage with sustainability-related issues.

Education and Knowledge Transfer for Wider Communities (หัวข้อใหญ่) Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) extends educational opportunities beyond campus through community outreach, practical training, and knowledge transfer. The university shares academic expertise and applied technologies with local communities to support lifelong learning, professional skill development, and sustainable practices. In 2025, these efforts included agricultural training, Smart Farming demonstrations, and technology transfer programmes that provided farmers and community members with practical knowledge to improve agricultural productivity and support sustainable livelihoods. RUTS Promotes Sustainable Agriculture through Smart Farming Technology and Community Knowledge Transfer

Assessing Students’ Sustainability Literacy through the Sustainable Development Course Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) measures students’ knowledge and understanding of sustainability through assessments incorporated into Sustainable Development (00-000-009), a course offered under the university’s General Education Curriculum (Revised Edition, B.E. 2566). The course provides undergraduate students with opportunities to develop sustainability literacy through structured learning activities and assessments covering the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Sustainability Literacy and Learning Outcomes The course addresses the environmental, economic, and social dimensions of sustainable development, including all 17 SDGs.