泰国暹罗技术学院与美国拉马尔大学双学位常见问题简答

　　Lamar University And Siam Technology College

　　Tri Continent Degree

　　Frequently Asked Questions

　　拉马尔大学及泰国理工学院联合推出三大洲共同认证学位

　　常见问题

　　Q: Is this a legitimate US degree?

　　1.问：这是一个合法的美国学位吗？

　　A: Yes, Lamar University is a fully accredited US university under the Texas State system. It has 15,000 students, a full and lovely 270-acre campus and has been operating since 1923.

　　答：是的。拉马尔大学是位于美国德克萨斯州的资格获得认证的一所大学。该大学建校于1923年，学生人数超过15,000人，拥有一个面积超过270英亩的美丽校园，学校环境优美，学术氛围浓重。

　　Q: How can getting a US degree be so cheap?

　　2.问：这个美国学位的学费为什么这么低？

　　A: You obtain 90 credits through Siam Technology College and 30 through Lamar University. Credits obtained through STC are at much lower tuition rates, making your overall costs much lower.

　　答：根据我们的课程设计，学生将从泰国理工学 院(Siam Technology College )获得90个学分，另外从美国拉马尔大学获得30个学分。从泰国理工学 院(Siam Technology College )获得的学分所需的学费要低很多，因此可以让学生的总学费要少很多。

　　Q: Is this an online program?

　　3.问：这是一个在线课程学位吗？

　　A: No, this is a regular, face-to-face program that operates on the normal semester system.

　　答：不，这是一个在正常学期体制下，面对面授课的课程项目。

　　Q: How can I get two degrees in just four years?

　　4.问：为什么可以在四年时间内同时获得两个学士学位？

　　A: Each institution recognizes and accepts the credits from the other and, in the end you get both degrees.

　　答：由于这个项目中的各个机构学校相互认可和接受彼此的学分，因此学生可以同时获得相应的学位。

　　Q: Do I need excellent English to join this program?

　　5.问：就读这个项目，是否要求很高的英文水平？

　　A: No. You need basic English. The first year of classes are all through Siam Technology College and specially designed to help you improve your English and learn how to study in a Western educational environment.

　　答：不需要，学生只需具备基本的英文水平即可就读。根据课程的设计，第一个学年的课程主要是帮助学生提高英文水平，并且逐步适应西方教育。

　　Q: Do I need to take a TOEFL or IELTS exam before being admitted?

　　6.问：入学之前是否需要参加托福或雅思考试？

　　A: No, you can join the program with only an in-house English exam given by Siam Technology College.

　　答：不需要，学生只需通过由泰国理工学院（ Siam Technology College）举行的一次内部英文测试即可入读。

　　Q: So I never need to take a TOEFL or IELTS?

　　7.问：我永远都不需要参加托福或雅思考试吗？

　　A: Actually, you do, but not until year 2 of the program. Hopefully, by then, passing the exam will be no problem.

　　答：实际上学生依然需要参加托福或雅思开始，但可等到第二个学年时再参加考试，通过第一学年的学习提高，学生完全可以在第二学年时通过考试。

　　Q: What happens if I cannot pass the TOEFL or IELTS or if I just am not strong enough to complete the courses from Lamar University?

　　8.问：如果我在第二个学年时未能通过托福或雅思考试，或者如果我由于各种原因未能完成拉马尔大学的课程，结果会如何？

　　A: if, for whatever reason, you choose not to continue the Dual Degree program with Lamar, you can remain in the Siam Technology College program at the lower fees.

　　答：如果不论出于何种原因，学生最终选择不继续攻读拉马尔大学的双学位课程，那么学生依然可以保留泰国理工大学（ Siam Technology College）的课程，且学费也会低很多。

　　Q: Do I need to study in America?

　　9.问：我需要前往美国就读吗？

　　A: No, you can obtain both degrees by attending classes in Thailand. However, if you wish, you may attend classes in Beaumont, Texas on Lamar University campus.

　　答：不需要。学生只需在泰国修完相关课程获得足够学分即可获得学位。但是如果学生本身有这样的意愿，也同样可以前往美国德克萨斯州的拉马尔大学就读。

　　Q: Where is Siam Technology College located?

　　10.问：泰国理工学院（Siam Technology College）位于曼谷哪里？

　　A: Siam Technology College is located at 46 Jarunsanitwong 10 Road Tha Pra, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok, 10600, THAILAND

　　答：泰国理工学院泰国理工学院（Siam Technology College）的详细地址是：46 Jarunsanitwong 10 Road Tha Pra, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok, 10600, THAILAND

　　Q: How can I get there?

　　11.问：学期的具体安排是怎么样的？

　　A: The semesters are roughly from mid-August until mid-December and then from early January until early May.

　　Classes are held Tuesdays through Fridays usually from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

　　答：学期从每年8月中旬开始持续到12月中旬，下一个学期则从1月中上旬开始至5月中上旬结束。而关于课程安排，则由周二至周五，通常为8点半至下午4点半。

　　Q: How many classes am I required to take per semester?

　　12.问：每个学期我需要参加多少节课？

　　A: It depends on if you need an ED visa and other circumstances, but the minimum amount of credits you should take per semester are 9. It is better if you take around 15 credits though. And being that each class is generally worth 3 classes that would be 5 classes per semester.

　　答：如果学生需要获得留学签证或其他情况，那么每个学期至少需要取得9个学分。由于一门功课为3个学分，学生最好每个学期修满5门功课。

　　Q: Is there a dress code?

　　13.问：学生是否需要穿校服？

　　A: Guys - Collared shirt (tie recommended), slacks, leather shoes, all in good repair. No shorts, sweats, torn jeans, t-shirts, or tennis shoes.

　　Gals - Smart Casual. No shorts, sweats, torn jeans, t-shirts, or tennis shoes.

　　Remember that university students in Thailand are required to wear uniforms and appearances in general are of the utmost importance. You are not just representing yourself here, you are also representing the International Program. Please be aware that failure to comply with the minimum dress code requirements may result in you being asked to leave campus and change into something more appropriate.

　　答：学生着装要求如下：

　　男生：白色有领衬衣（最好系领带），黑色长西裤，皮鞋，要求干净整齐，得体大方。不允许穿短裤、运动衫、带破洞的牛仔裤或运动鞋等。

　　女生：端庄得体的休闲装，不允许穿短裤、运动衫、带破洞的牛仔裤或运动鞋等。

　　特别值得注意的是，泰国的大学都要求学生穿校服，着装打扮必须端庄得体大方。因此在泰国留学，学生不仅仅代表自己，更代表了一个国际课程的整体形象。如果学生以不符合要求的着装打扮出现在课堂上，则可能被要求离开课堂去更换得体的衣服。

　　Q: What is class like?

　　14.问：如何上课？

　　A: First year courses have special course work that will help Asian students become acquainted with Western-style education and studying with a Western instructor. While Lamar classes begin in the 4th semester and are added to the student schedule over the last 2+ years.

　　答：第一学年的课程会有一些特殊安排，目的是帮助亚洲学生逐步了解西方教育，以及适应西方教授的授课方式等。另外，拉马尔大学的课程从第四个学期开始并持续两年多时间。

　　Q: Where can I find accommodations?