On September 30, 2024, 11 undergraduates from the School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering of Harbin Engineering University embarked on a two-week study tour at Mahidol University in Thailand. This study tour received strong support from the School of International Cooperative Education of our university, Mahidol University, CP Group, and our college. To ensure the smooth progress of the study tour, the college selected outstanding young teacher Yang Di to lead the team. Liu Lijing, the deputy Party secretary of the college, organized pre-departure education for the students to strengthen their safety awareness.

On the first day of arrival in Thailand, Mahidol University provided meticulous and warm reception, fully expressing its warm welcome to the outstanding Chinese students.

Dean Ding Xuezhong of the School of International Cooperative Education, Dean Cai Chengtao of the School of Intelligent Science and Engineering, Vice Dean Jin Lei of the School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, and Minister Guo Feng of the Department of Development and Liaison met and exchanged with the students on the campus of Mahidol University.

Academic Exchange

During the study tour, the students actively participated in academic exchange activities. They entered the classrooms, listened to lectures, took part in seminars, and had in-depth exchanges and learning with Thai teachers and students. In the academic exchange activities, the students not only learned about the latest scientific research achievements and cutting-edge technologies, but also experienced the rigorous academic attitude and profound academic foundation of Thai scholars. They all said that this study tour activity gave them a deeper understanding of the fields of physics and optoelectronic engineering, and also provided valuable experience and inspiration for their future academic research.

Cultural Experience

Apart from academic exchanges, cultural exploration was also an important part of this study tour activity. During the study tour, the students gained an in-depth understanding of Thailand's history, culture, and local customs, and deeply felt the unique charm of Thai culture. The students all said that this cultural exploration activity enabled them to have a deeper understanding and knowledge of Thai culture, and also made them respect cultural differences and appreciate cultural diversity more.

Visited the Mahidol University Museum and Botanical Garden

Enterprise Visit

The students also visited the CP Group in Thailand and learned about its corporate culture and development history. The CP Group is a famous multinational enterprise in Thailand, with its business covering multiple fields such as agriculture and animal husbandry, food, retail, and telecommunications. It is one of the important pillars for Thailand's economic development. The students visited the Meiji Milk Factory, the Rice Food Processing Factory and 7-Eleven retail stores of the CP Group, and got to know the advanced technologies and strict management of the CP Group in all aspects such as production, processing and sales. They also had face-to-face exchanges with the enterprise executives and the principals of CP University, and learned about the enterprise's employment standards and career development paths. Through the visits and exchanges, the students deeply felt the entrepreneurial spirit and innovative spirit of the CP Group, and also enhanced their understanding and knowledge of Thailand's economic development.

Exchange Meeting with Executives of CP Group and Principals of CP University, and Visit to Meiji Milk Factory

After two weeks of intense study and exchanges, the 11 undergraduates from the School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering successfully completed their study tour. At the graduation ceremony, the leaders and professors of Mahidol University spoke highly of the outstanding performance of the students and awarded them with graduation certificates.

This study tour to Mahidol University in Thailand, which brought growth, gains and progress, left a deep impression on the students.

Student Yu Xinran said:

"This study tour has benefited me a lot. I have not only learned a lot of new knowledge, but also made many new friends. During the study and exchanges at Mahidol University, I deeply felt the rigor and enthusiasm of Thai scholars and also appreciated the unique charm of Thai culture. This experience has strengthened my determination and confidence to engage in academic research and contribute to national construction in the future."

Student Wen Shuhao said:

"This study tour has enabled me to have a deeper understanding of the fields of physics and optoelectronic engineering. In the classrooms of Mahidol University, I heard many cutting-edge scientific research achievements and academic viewpoints, and also learned many practical experimental skills and research methods. This experience has given me a clearer understanding and plan for my major, and also made me love and cherish my major more."

Student Yang Bozhi said:

"This study tour has made me deeply feel the unique charm of Thai culture. When visiting the streets and alleys of Bangkok, I was pleasantly surprised by the exquisite architecture of Thailand and the rich variety of foreign cultures. During the visit to the Thai countryside, I felt the enthusiasm and friendliness of the Thai people. This experience has made me respect and appreciate the differences and diversity among different cultures more, and also made me cherish and love our own national culture even more. Just as the saying goes, 'Appreciate the beauty of each other, and jointly create a beautiful world.'"

By participating in this study tour, the students not only broadened their international horizons and enhanced their cross-cultural communication abilities, but also deepened their understanding and knowledge of Thai culture. At the same time, this study tour further promoted the exchanges and cooperation between the School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering and Mahidol University, laying a solid foundation for the future cooperation and development of both sides.