{"id":17066,"date":"2025-10-28T14:00:44","date_gmt":"2025-10-28T07:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplannereducation.com\/home\/?p=17066"},"modified":"2025-10-28T15:38:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T08:38:37","slug":"igcse-a-level-tcas-1-cu-tu-muic-eligible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplannereducation.com\/home\/blog\/igcse-a-level-tcas-1-cu-tu-muic-eligible\/","title":{"rendered":"IGCSE\/A-Level to TCAS1: CU, TU, MUIC \u2014 Are You Eligible?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-17067\" src=\"https:\/\/theplannereducation.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IGCSE-A-Level-\u0e22\u0e37\u0e48\u0e19-TCAS-\u0e23\u0e2d\u0e1a-1-Top-Inter-Uni-in-Thai-825x422.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"825\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theplannereducation.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IGCSE-A-Level-\u0e22\u0e37\u0e48\u0e19-TCAS-\u0e23\u0e2d\u0e1a-1-Top-Inter-Uni-in-Thai-825x422.png 825w, https:\/\/theplannereducation.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IGCSE-A-Level-\u0e22\u0e37\u0e48\u0e19-TCAS-\u0e23\u0e2d\u0e1a-1-Top-Inter-Uni-in-Thai-1280x655.png 1280w, https:\/\/theplannereducation.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IGCSE-A-Level-\u0e22\u0e37\u0e48\u0e19-TCAS-\u0e23\u0e2d\u0e1a-1-Top-Inter-Uni-in-Thai-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/theplannereducation.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IGCSE-A-Level-\u0e22\u0e37\u0e48\u0e19-TCAS-\u0e23\u0e2d\u0e1a-1-Top-Inter-Uni-in-Thai-1536x786.png 1536w, https:\/\/theplannereducation.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IGCSE-A-Level-\u0e22\u0e37\u0e48\u0e19-TCAS-\u0e23\u0e2d\u0e1a-1-Top-Inter-Uni-in-Thai.png 1720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0For students holding IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, applying through TCAS1 (Portfolio Round) opens direct access to Thailand\u2019s leading international universities \u2014 including BBA CU, BBA TU, and BBA MUIC. This early-admission pathway allows international-curriculum students to showcase their academic strengths, English proficiency, and extracurricular portfolios to secure admission before the main TCAS rounds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Whether you are aiming for BBA, Engineering, or International Relations, the TCAS Portfolio system helps you stand out through flexible evaluation \u2014 focusing on grades, predicted scores, essays, and interviews. Many international programs at Chulalongkorn, Thammasat, MUIC, Kasetsart, and SWU welcome IGCSE and A-Level applicants who are ready to present a strong academic and personal profile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>Why TCAS 1 (Portfolio) for IGCSE &amp; A-Level Students?<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Applying through TCAS1 (Portfolio Round) is one of the best admission pathways for IGCSE and A-Level students aiming to enter international programs in Thailand. Many leading faculties \u2014 such as BBA CU, BBA TU, and BBA MUIC \u2014 open seats in this early round specifically for international-curriculum applicants<\/span><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Advantages of the TCAS Portfolio Route<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2714\ufe0e<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 <\/span><b>Early Admission Advantage<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Secure a place before the main TCAS admission rounds begin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2714\ufe0e<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 <\/span><b>Flexible Evaluation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Universities review your grades, predicted scores, personal essays, and portfolio rather than focusing solely on exam scores.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2714\ufe0e Perfect Fit for International Tracks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Designed for students from IGCSE and A-Level systems whose strengths align with global-standard curricula.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2714\ufe0e<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 <\/span><b>Broader Access to Top Programs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 From Inter BBA CU and BBA TU to BBA MUIC, as well as Engineering and International Relations programs across major Thai universities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Through the TCAS Portfolio system, students can highlight academic performance, English-language ability, leadership, and community involvement \u2014 key factors that top universities like Chulalongkorn, Thammasat, MUIC, Kasetsart, and SWU value during their selection process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Top Universities &amp; Program Highlights (TCAS1 Portfolio for IGCSE &amp; A-Level Students)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section][vc_row gap=&#8221;10&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;17068&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;17093&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;17071&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;17069&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;17070&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Students applying through IGCSE A-Level TCAS1 can target Thailand\u2019s most competitive international programs via TCAS Round 1 (Portfolio) \u2014 from BBA CU, BBA TU, and BBA MUIC to Engineering and International Relations at top-ranked universities. Below is an overview of academic requirements, test scores, and portfolio expectations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\ud83c\udf93 Chulalongkorn University (Chula)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BBA (International Program, Faculty of Commerce &amp; Accountancy) <span style=\"color: red;\">Regular Track*<\/span><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C; <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Aptitude test:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SAT \u2265 1270 or CU-AAT \u2265 1200;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>English proficiency:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 6.5 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL iBT \u2265 79 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CU-TEP (and Speaking) \u2265 101<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portfolio: Academic achievements, leadership, extracurricular activities, and interview<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ISE (International School of Engineering)<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><b>English proficiency:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 6.0 or TOEFL iBT \u2265 80 or CU-TEP \u2265 80\u200b or DET \u2265 105<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Math:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SAT Math \u2265 620 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CU-AAT Math \u2265 480 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Level Math \u2265 B\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IB Math \u2265 6\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACT Math \u2265 26<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AP Cal (AB or BC) \u2265 4<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portfolio: Academic performance, and interview<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u27a1\ufe0f CU\u2019s BBA and Engineering programs are among the most competitive under the TCAS1 Portfolio route for IGCSE and A-Level students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\ud83c\udf93 Thammasat University (Thammasat)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>International programs &#8211; TCAS Round 1 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Portfolio)<\/span><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BBA (Thammasat Business School International Program)<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Aptitude test:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SAT total \u2265 1,200 (Math \u2265 600)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>English proficiency:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SAT Eng \u2265 460<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL iBT \u2265 80 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 6.0 (with \u2265 5.5 in each section)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TU-GET PBT \u2265 550<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TU-GET CBT \u2265 80<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selection: Interview + essay + portfolio<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Relations \/ Politics &amp; International Relations (Faculty of Political Science, \u201cBIR\u201d Program) Inter Portfolio 1<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Aptitude test:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SAT with interview<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selection: Portfolio + interview; or alternate rounds may include subject tests or written components<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u27a1\ufe0f TU offers diverse TCAS Portfolio options for IGCSE and A-Level students aiming for Inter BBA TU or International Relations programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\ud83c\udf93 Mahidol University International College (MUIC)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>International programs &#8211; TCAS Round 1 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Portfolio)<\/span><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BBA (Business Administration)<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Aptitude test:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SAT Math \u2265 600 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACT Math \u2265 25<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>English proficiency:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 6.0 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL iBT \u2265 69 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PTE \u2265 50 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DET \u2265 100<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selection: Entrance exam (English, essay, math), interview, and portfolio review<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IRGA (International Relations and Global Affairs)<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><b>English proficiency:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 6.0 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL iBT \u2265 69 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PTE \u2265 50 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DET \u2265 100<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selection: Entrance exam (English and essay), interview, and portfolio review<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u27a1\ufe0f MUIC\u2019s BBA and IRGA programs welcome students with IGCSE or A-Level backgrounds who have strong English skills. If your English is solid, you are already a great fit!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u27a1\ufe0f What makes MUIC stand out is that it is the only international university in Thailand with its own admission rounds \u2014 completely separate from the TCAS system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\ud83c\udf93 Kasetsart University (KU)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>International programs &#8211; TCAS Round 1 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Portfolio)<\/span><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engineering (International Program)<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><b>Aptitude test:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SAT Math \u2265 600 (SAT total \u2265 1000)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>English proficiency:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 5.5<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL (IBT) \u2265 61<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portfolio: Academic record, achievements, and interview<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BBA (International Program)<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><b>English proficiency:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 5.5 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL iBT \u2265 72<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portfolio: Academic transcripts, extracurriculars, and interview<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u27a1\ufe0f KU\u2019s Engineering and BBA programs are open to IGCSE A-Level TCAS1 applicants with strong academic and English backgrounds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\ud83c\udf93 Srinakharinwirot University (SWU)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>International programs &#8211; TCAS Round 1 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Portfolio)<\/span><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BBA (International Program)<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 5.5 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL iBT \u2265 65<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portfolio: Academic transcripts, extracurriculars, and interview<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engineering (Selected Programs)<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Academic Requirements:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-Level \u2265 C;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE 5 subjects \u2265 C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Test Scores:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS \u2265 5.0 or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL equivalent<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portfolio: Academic records, projects, and interview<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u27a1\ufe0f SWU provides flexible TCAS Portfolio options for students interested in BBA or Engineering with moderate English requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Across these universities and programs, applicants should prepare:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGCSE &amp; A-Level transcripts (or predicted grades if applying early)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English proficiency scores (IELTS\/TOEFL depending on faculty)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standardised tests (SAT, ACT, CU-TEP, TU-GET \u2014 depending on program)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portfolio &amp; Statement of Purpose (highlighting extracurriculars, leadership, global outlook)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interviews (many programs require a personal interview to assess motivation and fit)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Tips for a Strong Application<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Start early:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gather transcripts, recommendation letters, and certificates ahead of time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Enhance your English skills:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Aim for IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ as a safe benchmark.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Align your subjects:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For example, Engineering, ensure you have Math + Physics. For BBA, focus on Math + strong English. For International Relations, highlight humanities and languages.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build a portfolio: Show evidence of team activities, leadership, debate, Model UN, volunteering, or entrepreneurship.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Applying with IGCSE and A-Level course qualifications through TCAS Round 1 (Portfolio Round) is an excellent pathway to Thailand\u2019s top international programs. Whether you aim for BBA, Engineering, or International Relations, universities like Chulalongkorn, Thammasat, MUIC, Kasetsart, and SWU provide diverse opportunities for ambitious students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0For those wondering \u201cPortfolio TCAS1: Where should I start?\u201d \u2192 Focus on strengthening your academic profile, preparing English scores, and building a strong portfolio. With the right preparation, you will maximise your chance to secure university admission in TCAS Round 1 (Portfolio Round).<\/span><\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background-color: #000; width: 100%;\" \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u270f\ufe0f Onsite Live Classes \u2014 perfect for students who enjoy learning face-to-face with teachers and practising speaking and writing closely with experienced tutors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udcbb Live Online Courses \u2014 study live from home, get instant feedback just like in the onsite classroom, and consult with our Planner support team anytime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udcf1 vdoGO Courses (Video Learning) \u2014 ideal for students who need flexibility. 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