Student life

Guides to life at BIR, course reviews written by students, and a dedicated track for international students. Pick where you want to start.

  • Starting at BIR: step by step

    A step-by-step checklist for your first weeks at BIR, tailored to you. Tick things off as you go. Your progress stays in your browser and is never sent to us.

  • Course reviews

    Notes on all BIR courses and electives. Workload, assessment style, and what to expect before you register.

  • Student life and culture guides

    Practical, everyday guidance for all BIR students, plus culturally specific knowledge that is not written down elsewhere.

  • Student handbook

    The BIR student handbook: admission and fees, the curriculum and the 2023 revised study plan, the academic rules that govern your degree, the internship, and academic activities. Based on the 2021 edition, with the study plan updated to the 2023 revision.

  • For international students

    Everything you need for your first weeks and beyond in Bangkok. A condensed Thai-language version of each section is also available, written for Thai buddies and staff who support international students.

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