Chiang Mai University
Mr. Prated Sootlek
Year 2009-2011
PTTEP, geophysicist
"I was a recipient of MOECO scholarship for 3 academic years, in 2009-2011. The grant significantly relieved my educational expenses. Therefore, I can concentrate on the study and it enabled me to the success in the education and paved the way to my career. The scholarship also introduced me to know MOECO. MOECO is an international oil and gas exploration company that in part inspiring me to learn more about the oil and gas industry. I am appreciated that MOECO see the importance of the education and support students for a long time. Apart from the grant, one impression from that occasion is the celebration dinner in ceremony day that students have a chance to meet the scholarship provider. The company executives are very kind and we can exchange and learn from their experience. Nowadays, I have a profession as a geophysicist in a Thai petroleum exploration and production company, PTTEP. During my career I have had opportunities to works in the fields that MOECO participated. It reminds me of the scholarship and I always be grateful. I am sure that MOECO will continue this valuable support for the society. I hope MOECO will success in new explorations keeping company growing and be a leader in the industry internationally."
Mr. Panuphong Ampaiphan
Year 2013-2015
" It's been since 2015 that I graduated. My life has gone through many experiences after that. Everything I do for living since I graduated was not relate to geology at all. I was a flight attendant and recently I have just started my own business. Since MOECO decided to grant me a scholarship, I have to develop myself further more to prove that MOECO did not pick a wrong person. It inspires me to devote a lot of free time to develop myself in many ways and the results to me in the present. The past tells me "don't stop learning" and "learn to achieve". I greatly appreciate MOECO for letting me know that I am worth and I can add value for myself. Although I am not working in geology profession but I am also able to repay the scholarship by passing on the good to the society, staring from myself. I wish MOECO all the best and achieve the entire goal. I hope that the opportunity you give me will bring you endless opportunities in the future."
Ms. Krittiyakorn Khamin
Year 2016-2018
"I am a MOECO scholar during 2016-2018 from Department of Geological Sciences, Faculty of Science at Chiang Mai University. Today, I am writing to sincerely thank you for giving a great opportunity for the scholarship awarded. I am really appreciated the kindness that you give me. Thank you for considering me to be one of MOECO scholars. It was the first time in my life to experience a scholarship interviewing in English, which broke my safe zone and gave me confidence to overcome many situations. The MOECO scholarship supported my tuition fee, the expenses on textbooks, stationeries, fieldtrip expenses, and including language lessons. I believe that the scholarship makes a better me, I have been able to develop skills in petroleum industry from learning or listening which are very essential for my career as a mud logger. I am confident that this scholarship will provide me a great opportunity in learning and be a successful student, a keen geologist and contribute my ability to develop the country. Finally, I wish MOECO a success in the business here in Thailand and oversea. Again, thank you very much for the opportunity and kind assistance given to me."
Chulalongkorn University (GEO)
Mr. Natchaphol Charnsiri
Year 2015-2017
PTTEP, Geologist
"Firstly, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to MOECO for choosing me for the scholarship. MOECO scholarship helped me got through my university life with ease and quality. It also gave me the opportunities to develop many skills that made me competent enough for my working life. For those who are currently the scholars or about to get the scholarships, Congratulations. I'm certainly sure that you are going to get a lot of chances to develop yourselves and people around you."
Mr. Anupat Vichitbanchongdee
Year 2018-2020
Graduate Student at Akita University, Akita, Japan
"For oneself, opportunities are essential for self-improvement and the future. MOECO Scholarship provided me with a meaningful opportunity, not only with money stipends but also the fuel for a dream of studying in Japan. As I am from a middle-class family, I could not securely spend money on everyday life, education, and some pleasures, even though they are not luxuries. MOECO scholarship can fulfill my needs and wants and provide emergency funds. Without this, I would not have been allowed to engage in creativity, experiment, and self-exploration in university life.
Moreover, I could feel the warmly welcomed environment at the annual Japanese-style party through dinner; this was my first impression of Japanese people and culture in person. From that moment, one of my wishes became to continue studying in Japan, which I accomplished. I am happily living and experiencing the beauty of Japan and further studying economic geology along with the Japanese language and culture. The MOECO Scholarship is a once-in-a-lifetime honor and a significant turning point in my life, and I really appreciate that."
Ms. Panisara Jarungjidtanuson
Year 2022-2024
PTTEP, Petroleum Geologist
"Looking back to when I was a Nisit Chula in 2018-2022, I took my interests in lots of different, unique things outside my Geology classroom. Some of my interests back then would be fossil excavation, Gulf of Thailand's microbiome, and carbon sequestration in geological formation.
These special extracurriculum (or sometimes, personal projects) cost not only money...but also time, and serious determination. I would say that receiving annual scholarship from MOECO has enabled me to be more independent, open to exciting opportunities, widen my knowledge spectrum, and most importantly, pursue my academic goals together with many wonderful peers from different universities in Thailand and abroad.
Thanks to MOECO's generous support throughout my self-discovery years, now I have become a person that my younger self once dreamed of. A woman in STEM. After graduating from Geology Class of 2022, I started and have been working with the Gulf of Thailand's oldest gas field. Whenever I have a chance to engage with MOECO's operating area, it brings back memories and gratitude.
I am wholeheartedly grateful for MOECO's support. I will always be reminded to stay curious, ambitious, and inspire future generations to create better today and greater tomorrow."
Chulalongkorn University (PE)
Mr. Nuth Santirojanakul
Year 2017-2019
Reservoir Engineer, PTTEP
"I was a recipient of the MOECO scholarship from 2017 to 2019, and it provided significant financial support during my academic years. This scholarship eased the financial burden of my university expenses and also enabled me to pursue additional courses, such as English classes, outside of my university curriculum. It allowed me to maintain focus on my studies at Chulalongkorn University, helping me develop both petroleum-related and other essential skills. Thanks to this scholarship, I successfully graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering and secured a position as a reservoir engineer at a national oil company. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity MOECO has provided me and many other students across Thailand."
Mr. Supachok Chuphanitsakun
Year 2018-2020
"As a recipient of the MOECO scholarship from 2018 to 2020, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to MOECO for granting me this scholarship. It allowed me to pursue my undergraduate studies from my second year onward and provided me with the opportunity to fully focus on my academics. This support enabled me to complete my studies with the quality and standards expected by the program. I am deeply grateful to MOECO for this invaluable support."
Mr. Chatpol Phongyen
Year 2019-2021
"I formerly received the MOECO scholarship when I was a second-year student at Chulalongkorn University. I was sincerely grateful and honored to receive the valuable scholarship to support my education. It is a great opportunity to participate in significant events, including the scholarship ceremony and the dinner celebration.
The MOECO scholarship not only eased my education financial burden but also encouraged me to continue my studies to achieve my academic and professional goals during my bachelor's degree. Furthermore, this scholarship provided other disbursements supporting living expenses, textbooks, and equipment. In addition to supporting tuition fees, I used this scholarship to enhance necessary skills including coding, data science, and data analytic skills which were crucial to a career in the oil and gas industry.
Nowadays (Y2025), I am a second-year master's student in Geosystem Exploration and Petroleum Geoengineering (GEPG), at AIT. In the future, I plan to pursue study in a doctoral degree to contribute to the development of the oil and gas industry.
Once again, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the MOECO committee for granting me a great opportunity to develop my professional and academic education. Without their generous assistance, I could not concentrate on my studies and accomplish my objectives."
Mahidol University
Mr. Konlawat Khankaeo
Year 2020-2022
Field Geophysicist, Deep Geoscience Company
"I would like to thank MOECO for the scholarship. It's been such a massive support for me, getting me through my studies and finally starting my career. I'm honestly determined to keep growing in my field and find ways to use what I've learned to really give something back to the society in the future."
Ms. Premika Somthawin
Year 2021-2023
"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Moeco for giving me the opportunity to be a scholarship recipient. Because of this scholarship, I am able to study in the faculty I have always dreamed of. It is not just the financial support that I value, but also the friendships and many wonderful experiences I have gained as a recipient. I will continue to work hard as I did on my first day and will always remain grateful as a former recipient. This opportunity has truly changed my life, and I will never forget the kindness and support I have received."
Ms. Naruemin Ratprakhon
Year 2022-2024/ Geologist, Department of Groundwater Resources
"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to MOECO. This scholarship has been far more than financial support; it has been an opportunity that opened my eyes to a much broader world. It has served as the shoulders of giants, lifting students toward success along the paths they choose. Moreover, it has acted as a bridge, allowing me to build meaningful relationships with fellow scholarship recipients and seniors. Without MOECO, I would not be who I am today. I would not have had the courage to step out of my comfort zone, to grow in confidence, and to strive to improve myself every single day. Thank you sincerely."
Khon Kaen University
Mr. Pichakorn Khiew-ngamdee
Year 2017-2019
"I was a MOECO Scholar since 2017 and received this scholarship up to 2019. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, most sincerely, for your generosity in funding the MOECO Scholarship. I can continue my education at the Khon Kaen University, Thailand until I graduated in 2020. This scholarship provides me a lot of things such as education equipmens (including laptop), various expenses (i.e., dormitory fees), and especially tuition fees. Without the MOECO Scholarship, my educational pursuits world has not been possible. Thank you for enabling me to reach my fullest personal and professional potential."
Mr. Supakit Srisaphon
Year 2021-2023
" I am deeply grateful to MOECO for providing me with a three-year scholarship, which greatly eased my father's financial burden by covering tuition and educational expenses. This support allowed me to focus fully on my studies and graduate successfully. The scholarship also inspired me to pursue a career in the petroleum industry, and I am proud to now work as a Mud logger, fulfilling my aspirations. Thank you, MOECO, for this incredible opportunity. I am committed to sharing these experiences and giving back to others in the future."
Ms. Supaporn Ruangsak
Year 2019-2021
"First of all, I would like to express my gratitude for the MOECO scholarship. It is a significant and invaluable opportunity for me. Receiving this scholarship not only alleviates my family's financial burden but also motivates me to focus on my studies and continuously improve myself. I was honored to receive the scholarship from 2019 to 2021. Every time I think about it, I feel a sense of warmth and gratitude. Currently, I work at the Sirindhorn Museum. In the future, I will share this invaluable opportunity and the wonderful experiences I gained from receiving this scholarship with the next generation. Moreover, I will continue to improve myself in various aspects to become better. Finally, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude once again and wish everyone happiness and good health."