On April 24, 2025, Associate Professor Chaiya Thanaphat Siri, Dean of the Faculty of Industrial Education and Technology at Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), participated in the “Retreat Strategy 9 RMUT” activity at Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. He joined Professor Piamsak Menasewet, Chairman of the University Council, the council committee, and university executives in a strategic meeting with the network of Rajamangala University of Technology (RMUT) institutions.
Over 300 executives, faculty, and members of the university council from all 9 RMUT universities attended the meeting, where they received key policy guidance from the Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), Ms. Supamas Isarapakdee, under the concept:
“Good Learning, Happiness, and Income – Focusing on Good Research and Innovation Aligned with Needs.”
The policy focuses on the development of students in all dimensions, along with the enhancement of the higher education system through four main strategies:
- Reform education using AI and Metaverse.
- Increase employment opportunities for graduates through a systematic Job Fair.
- Develop curricula to meet the demands of industry.
- Modernize the academic system to be more transparent, agile, and efficient.
During the activity, the university council members of the 9 RMUT institutions presented the “White Paper on RMUT Strategy” to the Minister of MHESI to reflect the role of universities in driving the country through six target industrial clusters, including:
- EV (Electric Vehicles)
- AI (Artificial Intelligence and Smart Technologies)
- Semiconductors & Advanced Electronics
- Medical Industry
- Energy Transition
- Smart Cities for Sustainability
The Faculty of Industrial Education and Technology (FIET) at RMUTSV will apply the policies and strategies received to further develop curricula, teaching methods, and produce high-quality graduates who are ready to work and meet the needs of the country’s manufacturing sector.
“We will leave no one behind, moving forward with the 9 RMUTs with purpose and sustainability.”
