Kasem Bundit University

Table of Content

KBU Story…………………………………………………………………….. 1

Course Introduction…………………………………………………………… 2

Objectives of the Program…………………………………………………….. 3

Course Plan……………………………………………………………………. 4

Study timetable………………………………………………………………… 5

Course Materials……………………………………………………………….. 6

Assessment…………………………………………………………………….. 7

Lesson plan…………………………………………………………………….. 8

Code of Conduct……………………………………………………………….. 11

Gets to Know Thai Culture…………………………………………………….. 14

Campus Directory……………………………………………………………… 16

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KBU Story

Kasem Bundit University has taken its place among Thailand's top private
universities. Since its establishment in 1987, the University has been continuing to be an
innovative leader in education, preparing graduates to serve the increasing demand for qualified
professionals in various fields. The University offers a broad portfolio of academic programs
at the graduate and undergraduate levels enriched by prominent academic personnel with
extensive experience and exceptional academic backgrounds. KBU graduates are entitled to
absolute equal academic status and privileges as those from state universities. Accreditations
include several respected institutions including the Ministry of Education. The University
reassures students of earning the qualifications they need in preparation for their quest in the
employment world.

The University aims to produce graduates with:

1. Values - comprising of knowledge and wisdom in order to think critically and
analytically.
2. Virtues - comprising of morality, conscience and respect of professional ethics.
3. Worthiness - comprising of dedication to societal development and improvement

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Course Introduction

Course Name: Intensive English Course

Number of Hours: 105 hours

Duration and time: 22 days

Venue: Kasem Bundit University, Bangkok Thailand

The fee includes:

a. 105-hours of English Course according to the course specification in the Annex;

b. Transportations according to the course specification;
c. Entrance fees according to the course specification;
d. Two snack boxes and three meals; and,
e. Accommodation at KBU residential hall (two students per room, 21 nights).
This payment excludes:

a. Flight ticket;
b. Travel insurance and medical expenses;
c. Visa fee; and;
d. Personal expenses.

Health Insurance and Medical expenses

Students will be personally responsible for showing proof of international health/medical

insurance covering the time period of their program. The participant shall provide emergency
contact information. In the event that participant is involved in a serious accident, or other
circumstance of grave nature, or is subject to disciplinary action, the Host Institution will
immediately notify the Home Institution.

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Objectives of the program

This program focuses on developing students’ proficiency in the four main skills: listening and
speaking; and reading and writing. The tasks are designed to foster the usage of the English
language, involving all four skills. The focus will be on pronunciation of lexemes, pacing of
speech, vocabulary building, needed grammar, and reading and writing techniques in a variety
of contexts.

Course objectives
1. Apply the skills acquired (reading, writing, listening and speaking) into English
language communication.
2. Present and demonstrate, confidently and accurately, the usage of the English
language that students have acquired.
Learning outcomes

By the end of the program, students are able to:

1. give simple presentations on different topics
2. ask and answer questions professionally
3. apply appropriate grammar used in all four skills
4. interpret information from reading passages
5. write sentences and short essays on various topics

Consultations

The students are urged to contact any of the instructors should any questions arise:

a. Dr. Tunyaluk Anekjumnongporn (email: tunyaluk.ane@kbu.ac.th)

b. Asst. Prof. Dr. Nuchamon James (email: nuchamon.jam@kbu.ac.th)

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Course plan

Skills Contents Teaching Methods

Grammar and - Types of sentence structures - Group discussion
Intermediate Writing - Write topic sentences and - Active learning
(20 Hours) supporting ideas - Writing exercises
- Error analysis and grammar
mistakes
- Paraphrasing
Listening and - Principles and practices of oral - Active learning
Speaking communication - Cooperative learning
(47 hours) - Listening skills for - Group discussion
comprehension - Oral presentations on
- Identify and discuss main ideas informative and persuasive
and supporting details topics
- Oral presentation
Reading and - Skim and scan for specific - Active learning
Integrated Skills (24 information - Cooperative learning
Hours) - Find the topic, topic sentence, - Reading academic and non-
and main ideas and details academic texts
- Guessing the meaning from - Group discussion
context
- Identify author’s purpose
- Outline and summarize the
passages for reading
comprehension
The five senses (Field - Visit the real places for writing - Active learning
trips, Planning and narrative and descriptive - Group work
Writing Essays) essays including giving a
(14 Hours) presentation

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Study Timetable

9.00 – 11.30 Break 13.00 – 15.30

Reading & Writing Reading & Writing
Monday
R2319, R2321, R2326 R2319, R2321, R2326
Listening & Speaking
Listening & Speaking
Tuesday R2319,R2321,R2325,
R2319,R2321,R2325, R2326
R2326
Reading & Writing Reading & Writing
Wednesday
R2319, R2321, R2326 R2319, R2321, R2326
Reading & Writing Reading & Writing
Thursday
R2319, R2321, R2326 R2319, R2321, R2326
Listening & Speaking
Listening & Speaking
Friday R2319,R2321,R2325,
R2319,R2321,R2325, R2326
R2326
May25: 5 Senses (Thai culture)
Saturday Jun 1: 5 Senses (Ayutthaya)
Jun 8: Reading & Writing (Rally)

May 26: Listening & Speaking (Group Vlog EP1: Thai Food)
Sunday Jun 2 Listening & Speaking (Group Vlog EP2: Travel/Culture)
Jun 9: Free Day
* Monday Jun 3 Listening & Speaking
**Monday Jun 10 Final Exam

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Course Materials

1. Intermediate Listening Speaking

Hendra, L. A., Ibbotson, M., & O’Dell, K. (2019). Evolve 3B (1st ed.). Cambridge
University Press.

Pundziuviene, D. (n.d.) Agreeing and disagreeing in English. Retrieved June 5, 2023.

from uki.vdu.lt/wp-content/uploads
Shafie, L.A. and Rosaidi, N. A. (2017). English for Oral Presentations. Malaysia:
Oxford University Press.
http://www.english-grammar.at/worksheets/tenses/tenses.htm
http://www.talkenglish.com/speaking/basics/speaking_basics_i.aspx
http://www.talkenglish.com/speaking/basics/speaking_basics_ii.aspx

2. Reading Comprehension for Lifelong Learning

Ai, T.S., Hung, C.M., Rahman, A.A., & Paul-Evanson, C. (2010). Reading and Critical
Reading. Selangor: McGraw Hill.

Barashid, M. (2020). Investigating the critical reading skills for Saudi EFL

learners through graphic organizers instructional program. Frontiers in

Education Technology. 3(4), 30-63.

Langan, J. (2009). Reading and Study Skills. Boston: McGraw Hill

Pirozzi, R., Starks-Martin, G. & Dziewisz, J.B. (2008). Critical Reading, Critical
Thinking: Focusing on Contemporary Issues. New York: Pearson Education.

3. Grammar and Intermediate Writing

Azar, B.S. (2002). Using English Grammar (3ed.). New York: Pearson.

Murphy, R. (2015). Essential Grammar in Use. Cambridge: Cambridge University

Press.

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Assessment
An assessment will be an evaluation of a student's performance as specified by the instructor.
Students are assessed throughout the course. The details of assessments are as follows:
CATEGORY ASSIGNMENT

Listening and speaking Reading and writing:

Participations 5% Participation 5%
Formative Practice and assignments 15% Three assignments 25%
assessment Group dialogue 5%
(70%) VDO Clip 5%
Quiz 10%

Summative One Presentation 15% Paragraph writing and 15%

assessment reading passage
(Final exam
30%)

Total 100% 55% 45%

Grading system:

SCORE GRADE POINT VALUE RESULT

80 – 100 A 4.00 PASS

70 – 79 B+ 3.50 PASS
65 – 69 B 3.00
55 – 64 C+ 2.50 PASS
50 – 54 C 2.00
45 - 49 D+ 1.50 FAIL
40 - 44 D 1.00 FAIL
0 – 39 F 0.00 FAIL

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Lesson plan
9:00 – 11:30 am
Day 1 ARRIVAL
Tuesday - University Resident Check-in
- Campus tour
- Student Orientation
- Welcoming Dinner
Day 2 Reading and writing (1.5 hrs.)
Wednesday Pretest
Day 3 Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.)
Thursday - Practice and take note from Thai
cultural activities
- Writing sentences and supported
ideas on Thai Dancing and musical
instrument topics
Day 4 Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.)
Friday - Practices of oral communication:
Greetings
Day 5 Thai dancing & Musical Instruments
Saturday (3hrs)
Intermediate Listening-speaking
Listen to lecture on Thai dancing
gestures and their meaning, dancing
style of each region, types of Thai
traditional musical band formation and
the role of each instrument.
- Communicate with teaching
assistant from Thai Cultural Center to
perform the dancing post and task
correctly.
- Group discussion with team
members and teaching assistant to
select the Thai dancing or musical
1:00 – 3:30 pm
Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.)
(continued)
- Reading skills for comprehension
- Skim & scan for specific information
- Use context clues to guess the
meaning from context
- Sentences
Reading about Thai Dancing and
musical instrument topics
Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.)
- Writing sentences and supported
ideas on Thai Dancing and musical
instrument topics (Cont.)
- Skim & scan for specific
information
- Use context clues to guess the
meaning from context
Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.)
- Practices of oral communication:
Restaurant and Food
- Report their comprehension
- Identify and discuss main ideas and
supporting details
Thai handcraft class (4 hrs.)
Intermediate Listening-speaking
Listen to Thai handcraft instruction and
materials
- Communicate with instructor and
teaching assistant to make it properly.
- Group discussion with team
members and teaching assistant to
present the handcraft and inspiration of
handcraft design in a VDO clip with
clear explanation.
Reading Comprehension for Life
Long Learning
- Find offline/online information of
the hand craft to submit the
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 9:00 – 11:30 am 1:00 – 3:30 pm
instrument topic for a VDO clip and assignment during class.
making VDO clip with clear - Use context clues to guess the
explanation. meaning of from context
Reading Comprehension for Life Long Grammar and Intermediate writing
Learning - Write topic sentence and supported
- Find offline/online information of to ideas
submit the assignment during the - Write the manuscript for VDO clip
class.
- Use context clues to guess the
meaning of from context
Grammar and Intermediate writing
- Write topic sentence and supported
ideas
- Write the manuscript for VDO clip
Day 6 Listening and speaking (Group Vlog Ep1: Thai Street Food)
Sunday - Conduct interview topics, “Thai street food” according to the plan and
developed questions
Day 7 Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.) Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.)
Monday - Skim & scan for specific - Subject-verb agreement
information - Linking words and phrases in
- Use context clues to guess the English
meaning from context
Day 8 Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.) Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.)
Tuesday - Practices of oral communication: Interview (How to)
Shopping
- Report their comprehension
Identify and discuss main ideas and
supporting details
Day 9 Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.) Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.)
Wednesday - Reading articles (continued)
- Outline and summarize for - Distinguish facts from opinions
comprehension - Distinguish the relevant from the
irrelevant
- Outline and summarize for
comprehension
Day 10 Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.) Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.)
Thursday - Writing a paragraph: Topic - Punctuations
sentence, supporting sentences, - Process Analysis paragraph
concluding sentence - Reading topic (visited temple)
Day 11 Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.) Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.)
Friday Understand how to conduct a dialogue - Practices of oral communication:
in different scenarios Family
- Report their comprehension
Identify and discuss main ideas and
supporting details
Day 12 Venue: Historic City of Ayutthaya
Saturday - Listen to Thai History and Culture at the historical place

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 9:00 – 11:30 am 1:00 – 3:30 pm
- Group discussion with team members and teaching assistant to answer historical
and culture questions while making a VDO clip to speak and present the answers
Day 13 Listening and speaking (Group Vlog Ep2: Thai Street Food)
Sunday Conduct interview topics, “Thai Culture/Thai ways of life.” according to plan and
developed questions
Day 14 Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.) Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.)
Monday - Presentation tips Quiz:
Useful phrases for presentation - Presentation skills with eye contact
- Usage of the PowerPoint or Canva and body language
platforms
- Appropriate slides for a
presentation
Assignment topics “Thai Culture/Thai
ways of life.”
Day 15 Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.) Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.)
Tuesday - Practices of oral communication: - Practices of oral communication:
Transport and Travel Medical Emergency
- Report their comprehension - Report their comprehension
Identify and discuss main ideas - Identify and discuss main ideas and
and supporting details supporting details
Day 16 Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.) Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.)
Wednesday - Reading articles and writing essays - Descriptive paragraph
- Outline and summarize for
comprehension
Day 17 Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.) Listening and speaking (2.5 hrs.)
Thursday - Practices of oral communication: - Presentation (Improvement-
Non-Medical Emergency Preparation)
- Report their comprehension
- Identify and discuss main ideas and
supporting details
Day 18 Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.) Reading and writing (2.5 hrs.)
Friday - Practice writing a narrative - Practice writing an essay
paragraph - Discussing and giving the feedback
- Asking and answering questions about the assignments
about visited temple
Day 19 Reading & Writing (Rally)
Saturday - Reading articles and writing essays
- Outline and summarize for comprehension
- Skim & scan for specific information
- Use context clues to guess the meaning from context
Day 20
Free Day
Sunday
Day 21 Listening and speaking (Final Exam) Reading and writing (Final Exam)
Monday
Day 22
Depart from KBU
Tuesday

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Code of Conduct

Attendance

Students are required to attend all classes, project-based learning, active learning activities, and
all activities as planned in this program. Students must obtain written permission from Kasem
Bundit University if they will not be able to attend classes and all of the activities mentioned
above.

The students must also submit an exemption application three days before the actual date of
absence, or, in an emergency case, submit relevant documents (medical certificate, death
certificate, etc.) to the instructors.

The minimum attendance requirement is eighty percent (80%) throughout the course. A student
who fails to fulfill this requirement (and does not provide supporting documents) will not be
eligible to receive a certificate of completion of this program.

A student's academic standing is determined by the student's academic performance for the
entire program. However, a student's registration may be affected if any kind of misconduct,
including cheating or plagiarism, has been committed. Our university considers all academic
misconduct seriously as it affects the integrity of the University's academic evaluation process.

Academic Misconduct

Academic misconduct includes cheating and plagiarism. Cheating implies dishonesty in

fulfilling academic requirements. Some examples of cheating include copying and allowing
other students to copy an examination, either during or outside the examination period.
Plagiarism may involve presenting another person's work(s) or opinions as one's own without
proper acknowledgement, be it printed documents or electronic materials, such as books,
magazines, theses, or projects.

If found guilty, the student will be given an ‘F’ grade for the course. If found guilty, the student
will be given an ‘F’ grade for the said course. Our university considers all academic
misconducts seriously as they affect the integrity of the University's academic evaluation
process.

Students shall strictly comply with the rules and regulations of the university and agree to pay
any compensation for all injuries, losses or damages which are intentionally or negligently
caused by the students.

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Students must strictly comply with the following University’s regulations:
1. Wear proper clothes during classes and while on campus.
2. Do not wear sleeveless shirt, shorts, or sandals during classes.
3. Behave well and honor the university in every possible way.
4. Be well mannered and respectful to the administrators, faculty members, staff,
university guests, and fellow students.
5. Attend classes for at least 80 percent of the total hours; otherwise the students are
requested to drop the classes.
6. Submit a letter when taking a sick leave or performing an errand
7. Submit the medical certificate to the advisor after taking sick leave for more than 3
days.
8. Respect and follow the instructions of the instructor.
9. Must not enter or leave the class without the instructor’s permission.
10. Must not drink alcohol, take drugs, or bring those substances in the campus.
11. Must not be involved in gambling.
12. Must not bring any weapons at any time.
13. Must not damage the university’s property.

Dormitory Rules & Regulation

1. Always take out the keycard when leaved the room.

2. Always turn off/shut down all electrical appliances before leaving the room.
3. *Do not enter or exit the dormitory during curfew (11 pm – 5 am).
4. *Do not consume alcohol or involve in gambling, illegal drugs, or any other intoxicants
including cannabis.
5. Do not smoke (University Campus is the restricted area and not allow to smoke).
6. *Do not make loud noises. The fine of THB500 – THB3,000 shall be applied.
7. *Do not organize any parties or gathering event in the dormitory.
8. Do not change the room before the permission.
9. Keep the room tidy. The dormitory committee has the right to inspect student rooms as
appropriate.

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10. Male students cannot enter female dormitories and vice versa for female students,
except those residing on 8 -9th floor of dorm E.
11. Non-KBU dorm resident is not allowed to enter the dormitories.
12. Do not enter the building without using the key card
13. Do not move furniture or property provided within the room.
14. Do not move an electrical appliance out of the room without permission.
15. Do not cause damages to the University's property (Inform the department concerned
if there are any damages before moving in.)
16. Do not cast substances that might clog the drainage system.
17. Do not affix things on the wall (200 baht/spot), nail on the wall (500 baht/spot), attach
double-sided tape, stickers, painting, adding on, or demolishing, or modifying electrical
equipment or water pipes that cause damage to the room.
18. Do not place things on the edge of the balcony that might cause accidents
19. Do not place trash, shoes, or any other materials in front of rooms or in hallways.
20. Do not light incense sticks, candles, utensils, or materials that generate heat and light
without adequate safety in the dormitory or room.
21. Do not bring fuel, gas stoves, or any other materials that can create sparks into the
dormitory area
22. Do not keep pet(s)
23. Do not keep valuables in their rooms. In case of loss, the university will not be held
responsible in any way.

Remarks:

1. For the items mark *, disciplinary action shall be taken at the home institution as well.
2. Whether due to intentional or careless behavior, students are liable for paying for
damages to the dorm property.

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Gets to know Thai Culture

How to In Thai
Say Hello, Hi Sa-Was-Dee (Kha/Krub)
“Wai” is a gesture when pressing palms together for
greeting
End with sir, Mam for politeness If you are male, end the sentence with “Krub”
If you are female, end the sentence with “Kha”
Call Teacher/Professor + name “Ajarn” + name
Formally address person “Khun” + name
Informally address person for the age “Pea” Krub/Kha
like older sister/brother
Informally address person for aunty “Pa” Krub/Kha
Say Thank you “Korb-Kun”+ Krub/Kha
Say the food is good/tasty “Ar-roi”
Say not Spicy “Mai-Phed”
To show respect Keep their head lower than those of their elders (bow
when passing them)
Do not touch anyone’s head. Thais regard their head
as the highest part of the body
Thais revere the Royal Family
Cross the street Be caution: Look to the right, then left.
Take Taxi For no app: ask the driver if it will go to the
destination and ask him to turn on the meter (start at
35 baht)
For app: Grab, Bolt
Make emergency call 191 for Police
1669 for medical emergency

Shopping:

 Supermarket and Community mall is 10 minutes walking distance.

 Minburi Fresh Market is 5 minutes driving distance.
 Fashion Island Department Store is 15 minutes driving distance.
 The Mall Bang Kapi Department Store is 20 minutes driving distance.

Health Care Service:

 Health Care Service on campus is available at classroom building and at residential

hall.
o Nurse office/ infirmary at Kasem Nakara Building (Classroom Building):
Monday – Saturday from 8.30 am – 4.30 pm (Medical doctor available from
12 am – 1 pm)

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 o Nurse office at residential hall (Building C): 24/7
 Seriruk Hospital and Navamin 9 Hospital are 5-10 minutes driving distance.

Bangkok Commute:

 Bus, taxi, and shared taxi (Song-Teaw: Red Truck) are always available at the front of
the campus.
 Mass Rapid Transit includes Skytrain, Subway, and Monorail. They are referred to as
BTS, MRT, and airport rail link.
 Lad Kra Bang station of airport rail link is 10 minutes driving distance from Romklao
campus. It can take you directly to down town.
 Min Buri Station of Orange Line and Pink Line is 10 minutes walking distance from
Romklao campus. The Pink line can take you to Department store (5 stations away)
 Inter-campus shuttle between Patanakarn Campus and Romklao Campus are available
for free of charge.

WIFI account:

Wifi Name Username & Password

Guest-WIFI Coupon Account
Username: Student ID No.
KBU-WiFi
Password: Passport No
Username: Student ID No.
KBU.WiFi
Password: Passport No.

On Campus Facilities

Service Hours Bowling, Fitness/Gym, Sauna, Badminton

Monday-Saturday: 11.30 am -7.30 pm
Sunday: 9.00 am - 4.00 pm
Swimming pool
Monday-Saturday:1.30 pm -7.30 pm
Sunday: 9.00 am - 4.00 pm
Outdoor recreation field
Monday-Saturday: 11.30 am -7.30 pm
Sunday: 9.00 am - 4.00 pm

Fee Bowling THB30/Game, Bowling shoes rent THB20

Fitness Gym THB 30/day
Sauna THB40
Library Monday-Saturday: 8.30 am -7.30 pm
Sunday: 8.30 am - 4.00 pm

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ROMKLAO CAMPUS DIRECTORY

Charlermprakiet Building (building 1) Kasem Tasana Building (building 3)

Student Assistance Service Center 2 F Food Court 1F
(SASC)
International Affairs Office 2F Student Union Office 2F
Residential Hall Office 2F Car Park 3F - 8F
Registrar Office 2F Faculty of Sport & Science 9F
Accounting Office 2F Boxing, Teakwondo, Judo Gym 10F
Student Loan Dept. 2F Thai Cultural Center 10F
Administrators Office 3F Badminton Court 11F
Library (Printing Services) 6F Bowling Lanes 11F
Library & Co-Working Space 7F Fitness center, Saunas 11F
(Study Room)
Library (Entrance) 8F Multi-Purpose Gymnasium 12F
Faculty of Nursing Science 10 F Swimming Pool 12F
Faculty of Nursing Science (Lab) 11 F
Kasem Nakara Building (building 2)
Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3
1F KBU Book Store Public Relation Dept.
Student Service (SASC) Student Disciplinary Dept.
Exhibition Hall
2F Liberal Arts Dean Office Thai for Foreigners Dept. English for Communication Dept.
Teaching Device Support Hotel Management Dept. (Int’l BBA Office
Academic Affairs Office Program) International Lounge
Moot Court MBA (Int’l) Office English Sound Lab
Nurse Office Korean Language Center MA in Thai
General Education School Chinese Language Center
3F Faculty of Architecture Fashion Design Dept. Graduate School
Quality Assurance Office
Research Center
4F Faculty of Architecture Architecture Lab King Sejong Institute
Innovation Co-working space Student Counseling Service
5F Faculty of Business Muslim Prayer Room
Administration Lunch Lounge
Faculty of Laws
6F Internet Center Computer Labs Computer Engineering Dept.
Prometric Center
Faculty of Science & Tech.
7F Aviation Personnel Development
Institution
9F GSB Innovation Club
10 F KBU Lé Spa Lab
11F Com Arts Laboratories Faculty of Communication Arts
Com Arts Laboratories
12F Com Arts Studios & Laboratories Kasem Tas Theater Kasem League Auditorium