Kanchanaburi Rajabhat University, KRU, is a public university under the Commission on Higher Education, Ministry of Education. It is located in the city suburb of Kanchanaburi province, which is best known as the site of the world famous Bridge over the River Kwai and the Death Railway built during the Second World War. "The province is also noted for its scenic splendor and outdoor recreational activities for nature-loving tourists, just 136 kilometers to the west of Bangkok. Surrounded by a lot of impressive tourist attractions, KRU campus itself is recognized as a perfect learning resort with the combination of natural, cultural and historical ambience which provides valuable academic learning resources. The University prides itself in having educated its students to become graduates in the field of teacher education as well as other professionals who serve in many sectors in its own locality as well as the country as a whole. "