Building the Talent Behind Future Technology
Semiconductors sit behind many of the technologies shaping modern life — from AI and robotics to smart devices, electric vehicles and advanced communications.
In June 2026, MAHANAKORN was designated by Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation as a key operational unit for collaboration with the University of Twente in the Netherlands, with a focus on semiconductor workforce development, research and innovation.
The partnership is designed to strengthen how Thailand develops the people and research capabilities needed for advanced electronics and future industries.
For MAHANAKORN, that means being part of a larger international ecosystem connecting education, research and industry.
Three Areas of Collaboration
The collaboration focuses on three main areas:
- Workforce Development and Education
Developing curricula, training opportunities, student and researcher exchanges, and upskilling pathways for the semiconductor sector. - Advanced Research and Innovation
Expanding work in areas such as photonics, power electronics, biosensors and Lab-on-Chip technologies. - International Network Building
Creating joint research projects, collaborative laboratories and connections with universities, research institutes and global industry partners.
These areas reflect how semiconductor education is evolving.
The industry does not need technical knowledge alone. It needs people who can move between engineering, electronics, computing, research and international collaboration.
Why Semiconductor Talent Matters
Thailand’s semiconductor and advanced electronics workforce plan for 2026–2030 aims to develop approximately 84,900 highly skilled professionals and 1,780 researchers, while demand across smart electronics and robotics is projected to reach as many as 226,000 personnel over the same period.
That scale shows why education and research have become such an important part of the semiconductor conversation.
Building factories and infrastructure is only part of the equation.
The industry also needs engineers, researchers and technical specialists who understand how these systems are designed, developed and improved.
Connecting Students to a Global Research Ecosystem
The University of Twente is internationally active in fields closely connected with semiconductors, electronics and advanced engineering.
Through this partnership, MAHANAKORN is positioned to support more opportunities around student exchange, researcher mobility, collaborative projects and international research networks.
For students, that creates a clearer connection between what they study and the wider technology ecosystem beyond Thailand.
A degree can begin with fundamentals in electronics, AI or engineering systems — and develop toward research, advanced technology and international collaboration.
Where Could You Take It Next?
Students interested in the technologies behind the semiconductor industry can begin building relevant foundations through:
Communication & Electronics Engineering
Explore electronics, communication systems, circuits and technologies connected with advanced electronics and semiconductor applications.
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Computer & AI Engineering
Build skills in computing, artificial intelligence and data — increasingly important across intelligent devices, automation and future technology systems.
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Mechanical Engineering
Develop foundations in engineering systems, automation and advanced manufacturing that connect with modern high-tech industries.
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The future of semiconductor technology depends on more than chips. It depends on the people who know how to build what comes next.