Chiang Mai University Language Institute

School Introduction

It is the vision of the Language Institute CMU to develop foreign language, learning potentials, and the overall communicative skills of its students and staff and the wider community. This includes those from the government and private sectors, as well as the general public throughout the north of Thailand.

Our Objectives:
*To assist and develop the learning potentials and communicative skills required in the academic and general use of foreign languages for Chiang Mai University’s students and staff and the wider community.
*To enhance knowledge and understanding of a variety of foreign cultures.
*To produce high quality and up-to-date foreign language textbooks and learning media.
*To provide the testing of foreign language knowledge and communicative skills.
*To establish a network of collaboration amongst language institutions throughout the Kingdom of Thailand and abroad to promote the exchange of ideas, language, and culture

ESL Program Introduction

Language Institute Chiang Mai University offers a variety of different training programs depending on a student's own particular set of circumstances, we also offer in house company training. Our training programs include: English for General Conversation; European Languages: French, German, Italian and Spanish; Asian Languages: Korean, Chinese and Japanese; English for Business Purposes; Preparation Courses: IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL and GMAT; Graduate Courses: Academic Writing, Oral Presentation.

Background Data

• Number of ESL Students: 1000
• Average Class Size: 8-15
• Hours per Week: 6
• Minimum Age: 14
• Housing Options: Apartment
• School Setting:  Urban 
• Accreditation: University accredited under Chiang Mai University, Thailand

Schedule & Fees

Multiple Start Dates throughout the year :: (Please note fees illustrated are in Thai Baht)

Evening and Weekend Courses available

English for General Conversation (Level 1-3) - 30 hours - 2500.00 THB
Communicative English at Work - 30 hours - 3, 500.00 THB
TOEIC Preparation - 30 hours - 3, 500.00 THB
Business Writing - 40 hours - 3, 500.00 THB

Intensive Grammar Review - 30 hours - 2, 500.00 THB
Academic Writing - 40 hours - 3, 500.00 THB
4 Skills for Academic English - 60 hours - 5, 800.00 THB

Communicative Chinese (Level 1-4) - 50 hours - 3, 800.00 THB
Korean/Japanese for Beginners - 40 hours - 2, 800.00 THB
French/German/Italian/Spanish for Beginners - 40 hours - 3000.00 THB

Special Courses & Features

• English for Aviation
• English for Business
• English for Engineering
• English for Law
• English for Medical Professions
• English for Travel Professions
• GMAT/GRE Preparation Courses
• Internships or Work Experience
• TOEFL Preparation Courses
• TOEIC Preparation Courses
• IELTS Preparation Courses
• One-to-One Instruction / Private Lessons

Housing/Accommodation Info

We are able to provide suggested housing in studio apartments near Chiang Mai University. Cost are on a monthly basis starting from approximately 5, 000.00 THB per month, all within walking distance of the campus.

Contact Info

Chiang Mai University Language Institute
Language Institute Building, Chiang Mai University, 239 Huay Kaew Road, Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200

Tel +66 53 943 751-3
Fax +66 53 943 754
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