Admission Success: Payap University PhD in Peacebuilding (Fall 2026)

We are delighted to share that a Kim Consulting client has been admitted to the Doctor of Philosophy in Peacebuilding at Payap University, commencing in Fall 2026.

Located in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Payap University is widely recognized for its rigorous and practice-oriented approach to Peace Studies and Peacebuilding. The program emphasizes conflict transformation, interreligious dialogue, community-based peace initiatives, and applied research that bridges theory and real-world impact.

Key Elements of a Successful Application

This successful outcome was the result of a carefully crafted and strategic application process, in which Kim Consulting provided comprehensive support, including:

• Research Focus Development: Refining a clear, specific, and compelling research agenda aligned with the program’s strengths.

• Recommendation Strategy: Selecting recommenders who collectively demonstrated both academic and practical capabilities.

• Statement of Purpose (SOP): Constructing a coherent narrative that clearly articulated why Peacebuilding, why Payap, and why now.

• Overall Application Strategy: Ensuring consistency and alignment across all components of the application.

Looking Ahead

Beginning in Fall 2026, our client will embark on their doctoral journey in Chiang Mai, engaging deeply with scholarly inquiry and field-based peacebuilding initiatives. Kim Consulting will continue to support the student beyond admission, offering guidance on research planning, academic strategy, and dissertation development.