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Study abroad in
Thailand
Study in Thailand to discover a new culture and school system, gaining a different perspective as you live with a local family and attend a Thai school.
Going with WEP is best
Since 1988, a wide choice of destinations and comprehensive assistance before, during and after your overseas program. WEP is the ideal partner for your adventure.
We also get to choose who we travel with: our schools, host families and overseas partner organisations are carefully selected.
We offer a custom-made insurance policy, specifically designed for our participants, and we have a solid network behind us.
Emergency assistance, overseas and from Australia, is available 7 days out of 7, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Allowing all our participants to live their desired overseas experience is a mission, a challenge we're thrilled to accept.
Why study in Thailand?
Thailand is one of Asia's most visited countries, offering a range of cultural and natural attractions and drawing students from all corners of the globe.
An affordable study destination, from housing to transportation and food, Thailand is renowned world-wide for its friendly and welcoming people, vibrant culture and stunning nature, including dream-like beaches and islands, jungles, mountains and national parks. Whilst you have probably heard of Bangkok, its bustling capital city, Phuket or the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand is much more than that: you'll be surprised by the beauty of its hidden gems, which you'll get to experience through the eyes of a local, day in, day out.
Studying in Thailand is a unique educational experience that will help you grow and gain a wider perspective on yourself, your life, and the world in general.
Study in Thailand with WEP
On a WEP high school exchange program to Thailand, you'll have a unique opportunity to step into the shoes of a Thai high school student, discovering a new education system and way of life.
Whilst living with a Thai host family and attending a local secondary school, you will immerse yourself at 360 degrees into the this fascinating culture, learning the local language, making new friendships and discovering Thailand from the inside.
The Thai education system
The Thai education system comprises four levels, namely: pre-school education (children aged 3-5), primary education (children aged 6-11), secondary education (children aged 12-18 and further divided into lower secondary school for three years and senior secondary school for another three years), and higher education. Both the public and private sectors are involved in providing secondary education, and several international schools are also present.
Senior students in Thailand tend to be very dedicated to their studies, especially as they prepare to enter higher education - which may include colleges, universities, or institutions for specialised studies. Most Thai universities are internationally recognised and accredited.
FAQ
To participante in a high school exchange program to Thailand, you need to be between 15 and 18 years old on departure, have a C grade average, be a non-smoker, and have positive personal traits, such as being motivated, curious, tolerant, open and adaptable. You also need to be physically and emotionally healthy - please discuss any specific conditions or requirements with WEP in advance.
Our high school exchange programs in Thailand are either an academic semester or an academic year in duration. The exact length depends on the departure period - please contact WEP for more information.
To decide which program duration is best for you, you should reflect on what you would like to achieve through the program, and discuss your preferences both with your family, to make sure they are on board, and with your school, to ensure that you understand their policy regarding re-integrating into Australian schooling and any requirements to repeat school back home.
It's always best to check our website and/on obtain an online quote to see updated program prices.
We know a high school exchange program oversaes is a significant financial investment. We do our best to offer the best possible prices, which vary depending on the destination and chosen program, and provide discounts and special promotions to help towards the cost. As a not-for-profit organisation working with international partners to provide exchange programs in a variety of countries, our program fees are based solely on the cost of program components, both in Australia and overseas. The program fee is allocated between the overseas organisation, WEP Australia, travel and independent contractors for flights and insurance.
You will live with a Thai volunteer host family, who may be located anywhere in the country.