My name is Thae. Since I was younger, I have loved mathematics and other scientific subjects and have always wanted to become an engineer.
As I am the only child of my parents and they believe in me no matter what, they have been supporting me to fulfill my dream as much as they can.
To my parents’ happiness and my own relief, I was able to get into King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang in Thailand to complete a four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics Engineering with a full tuition waiver.
With a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity like this, I hope to be able to pursue my life-long dream of becoming an engineer. It will not only make my parents proud but also bring the benefits to my country.
During my university time in Myanmar, I did very well in exams related to mechatronics and was able to perform well in both individual and group projects. Thus, one of my professors suggested that I learn more about mechatronics and focus on related subjects.
Learning about mechatronics engineering and keeping up with the latest developments in the field has become my passion. During my third year, I had to lead a team of five in designing and implementing a project called “A Clap Switch”. Furthermore, I was involved in several other group projects where I was able to showcase my background knowledge and skills related to mechatronics engineering.
Due to my strong performances in individual and group projects, I, along with other serious students, was offered an opportunity to visit a cement factory in Mandalay Division. My university time in Myanmar helped me improve both academically and personally.
About Thae
- Age: 23
- Ethnicity: Burmese, Karen
- Country: Myanmar
School & Program
- King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
- Bachelor’s, Mechatronics Engineering
- 2nd Year in Program
Goals & Dreams
- Become an engineer
- Travel to Switzerland and New Zealand
Loan Details
- Loan Amount: $4,475
- Amount Left To Fund: $3,200
- Contract Duration: 12 years
- Status: In School
I have committed myself to volunteering and community development. I have participated as a volunteer in many organizations in order to improve my personal skills while helping others. It has widened my experiences and improved my leadership skills, I participated as a volunteer in the English Language Club organized by my university and was awarded for being a hardworking peer educator.
I am interested in learning languages as well. Besides English, I speak some Korean and French. As I am also fond of public speaking, I serve as a group leader in most presentations and act as a Master of Ceremony at some events hosted by my university. Due to my decision making and time management skills, along with my ability to work well with other people, I am an effective leader in group projects.
KMITL is a perfect place for me to level up my education and bring enormous opportunities for my future career. With the knowledge, skills and experiences gained from my four-year program at KMITL, I hope to become an efficient mechatronics engineer and contribute to my country in the future.
Written by Thae with editing assistance from Zomia’s volunteer editors.
Thae
“Since I was younger, I have loved mathematics and other scientific subjects and have always wanted to become an engineer. ”
