King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) is a public engineering and technology university in Thailand.
King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) can trace its origin to the Thonburi Technical College (TTC) which was established on 4 February 1960, by the Department of Vocational Education, Ministry of Education. TTC had the mission of training technicians, technical instructors, and technologists.
In 1971, TTC was merged with two other technical colleges to form the King Mongkut's Institute of Technology (KMIT). KMIT had three campuses: North Bangkok, Thonburi, and Ladkrabang.
In 1986, KMIT was split into three autonomous institutions, each with the status of a university. The Thonburi campus became King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Thonburi (KMITT).
In 1998, KMITT was renamed King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT). KMUTT was the first among public universities in Thailand to receive full autonomy. Its administrative system is now patterned after international government owned universities.
Over the years, KMUTT has grown to become one of the leading universities of technology in Thailand.
KMUTT has a bright future ahead of it. The university is committed to excellence in education and research. KMUTT is also committed to playing a leading role in the development of Thailand's economy and society.
King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi is ranked as the #8 top university in Thailand during 2024. The rank decreased by 1 point from last year.
University Profile
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2024 Ranking
#8
University Name
King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi
Name in Local Language
มหาวิทยาลัยเทคโนโลยีพระจอมเกล้าธนบุรี
Acronym
KMUTT
Year Established
1960
Colors
Orange and yellow
Location
The university is located in Bangkok, Bangkok Metropolitan Area. Find the address and map of the university below.
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