Bangkok, Thailand — The Graduate School of Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta continues to advance its internationalization agenda through strategic partnerships with globally recognized universities. As part of this commitment, the Graduate School conducted an academic visit to the Faculty of Sports Science (FoSS), Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, on 2 June 2026, marking another important step toward expanding international academic collaboration.

The UNY Graduate School delegation was warmly welcomed by the Dean of the Faculty of Sports Science, Associate Professor Chaipat Lawssirirat, Ph.D. In his welcoming remarks, he expressed appreciation for the visit and emphasized his hope that the meeting would serve as the foundation for a stronger institutional relationship between both universities.

“We are pleased and honored to welcome the delegation from the Graduate School of Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta. Thank you for visiting the Faculty of Sports Science at Chulalongkorn University. This meeting provides an excellent opportunity to exchange experiences, expand academic networks, and explore potential collaborations in the future,” said Associate Professor Chaipat Lawssirirat.

He further highlighted that Chulalongkorn University remains highly open to developing various forms of international cooperation. According to him, numerous collaborative opportunities could be established with UNY, ranging from student and faculty exchange programs to joint research initiatives, international publications, and other academic partnerships.

During the visit, representatives from the Faculty of Sports Science introduced the faculty’s academic profile, educational programs, and key research initiatives currently being developed. One of the institution’s flagship areas presented during the session was Sport Management, which plays a significant role in the faculty’s academic and research development.

The faculty’s master’s programs are designed with a research-based (thesis-based) approach, while doctoral programs emphasize more intensive academic supervision with relatively smaller student cohorts. In addition, students are encouraged to participate in internship programs as part of the learning process, allowing them to strengthen both professional competence and practical experience.

During the discussion session, representatives from Chulalongkorn University also shared insights into the institution’s internationalization strategy. Its strong academic reputation, world-class faculty members, diverse international student community, and modern educational and sports facilities were highlighted as key factors attracting students from around the world, including Indonesia.

Beyond academic collaboration, the UNY Graduate School delegation also gained valuable insight into Thailand’s high-performance sports development system. Faculty representatives explained that the country’s success in producing athletes who compete at the Olympic level is supported by a structured development system, advanced sports facilities, and continuous mentorship from experts and professional practitioners.

Representing the UNY Graduate School delegation, Prof. Dr. Yudanto, M.Pd., Deputy Director for Planning, General Affairs, and Finance, expressed his appreciation for the warm hospitality extended by the Faculty of Sports Science.

“We would like to sincerely thank Associate Professor Chaipat Lawssirirat and the entire Faculty of Sports Science at Chulalongkorn University for warmly welcoming our delegation. Such hospitality creates a positive foundation for building stronger academic cooperation in the future,” stated Prof. Yudanto.

Prof. Yudanto further emphasized that the visit reflects the Graduate School’s broader commitment to expanding international partnerships as part of its strategy to enhance the quality of education, research, and academic reputation at the global level.

“We see tremendous potential for future collaboration. Beyond student and faculty exchanges, opportunities also exist for joint research, international publications, academic seminars, and various other global academic initiatives. We hope the communication established through this visit can be further developed into concrete and sustainable collaboration,” he added.

Through this visit, both the UNY Graduate School and the Faculty of Sports Science, Chulalongkorn University reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening international academic networks. The meeting is expected to serve as an important starting point for future collaborative initiatives that will benefit both institutions while contributing to the advancement of higher education on a global scale.