This program differs from other programs currently offered in Mahidol University. We use the tools of Social Sciences e.g. theoretical concepts and methodology to understand and propose solutions to manage with health problems. Furthermore, this program will create better management of health inequity through the mobilization of alumni, the government sector, private sector and scholarship organizations in various countries in this region and other regions to develop human resources in the field of Health Social Science by providing the opportunity for graduate study access of potential students who lack the opportunity to do so. This program aims to respond to the problem of the impact of regional transformation in society and health by utilizing the framework of lecture and research that is expecting of students.

Plan 1 : Dissertation Only
            1.1 For students with a Master's Degree
                 (1) Hold a Master Degree in Health Social Sciences, or be in the final year of study 
                      in the field of Social Sciences or Health Social Sciences
                 (2) Have a grade point average of at least 3.50
                 (3) Have at least 3 years working experience in research in Health Social Sciences 
                      and have publications in English in reliable journals or proceedings 
                      (minimum 2 papers).
                 (4) Have a clearly defined and complete thesis plan, which is accepted as suitable 
                      to the Ph.D. level by the committee of the Ph.D. Program.
                 (5) Exceptions from the above requirements may be made by the Programme Committee
                      and the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
Plan 2 : Courses and Dissertation
             2.1 For Students with Master's Degree
                  (1) Hold a Master Degree in Health Social Sciences, or be in the final year of study 
                       in the field of Social Sciences or Health Social Sciences.
                  (2) Have a grade point average of at least 3.50
                  (3) Exceptions from the above requirements may be made by the Programme Committee
                       and the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
             2.2 For Students with Bachelor's Degree
                   (1)  Hold a Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities or Health Sciences 
                         or be in the final year of study in the field of Social Sciences and Humanities 
                         or Health Sciences.
                   (2)  Have an excellent record (First Class Honor).
                   (3)  Exceptions from the above requirements may be made by the Programme
                         Committee and the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

-  Academician in the field of Health Social Sciences
-  Researcher in the field of Health Social Sciences
-  Planner and Policy Analyst in the field of Health Social Sciences 
-  Social Development Worker in the government / private sector