About Us

Who are we?

Introduction

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Chulalongkorn University traces its roots back to January 29, 1933. Initially established as the Mathematics Division within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, it later evolved into its current form as the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science.

Upon its inception, the division lacked dedicated facilities such as a student lounge, unlike other divisions such as chemistry, biology, and physics. Consequently, makeshift arrangements were made, utilizing rooms on the third floor of the physics building and within a wooden house. Over time, as the division grew, a dedicated mathematics building replaced the wooden house. Many years later, the building was expanded to include its own classrooms and an auditorium.

In a significant milestone, the Mathematics Division inaugurated its master's degree program in 1963, followed by the establishment of a Ph.D. program in 1980, initially admitting two Ph.D. students.

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science has achieved several notable firsts at the national level. It pioneered bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. programs in mathematics within the country. Additionally, it spearheaded the organization of seminars and conferences at both national and Southeast Asia levels. Another landmark achievement was the establishment of the Mathematical Association of Thailand, subsequently receiving the patronage of His Majesty the King.

Department Head

Current

Associate Professor Dr. Athipat Thamrongthanyalak

2023 - Present

List of Past Department Heads

Name Duty Periods
Professor Sanoh Tanboonyeun 1947-1965
Professor Prapan Watcharapai
1966-1971
Professor Khaisri Na Seenlawan
1972-1975
Professor Surawit Kongsasana
1976-1979
Professor M.R. Pakpongsanit Sanitwong
1980-1983
Associate Professor Dr. Wiroon Boonsombat
1984-1987
Assistant Professor Rajit Watanasin
1988-1994
Assistant Professor La-or Chonwiriya
1994-1996
Assistant Professor Rajit Watanasin
1996-1999
Assistant Professor Suwimon Hall
1999-2000
Associate Professor Dr. Wanida Hemakul
2000-2004
Professor Dr. Chidchanok Lursinsap 2004-2006
Professor Dr. Kritsana Neammanee 2006-2014
Professor Dr. Chidchanok Lursinsap 2015-2017
Professor Dr. Kritsana Neammanee 2017-2021
Associate Professor Dr. Ratinan Boonklurb 2021-2023

Our department currently offers 8 programs of study:

B.Sc. (Mathematics)

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B.Sc. (Computer Science)

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M.Sc. (Mathematics)

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M.Sc. (Computer Science and Information Technology)

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M.Sc. (Applied Mathematics and Computational Science)

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Ph.D. (Mathematics)

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Ph.D. (Computer Science and Information Technology)

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Ph.D. (Applied Mathematics and Computational Science)

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