10 Reasons for Learning Chinese in

An Excellent A Perfect Place Environment for High Standard to Learn Chinese ͜ of Living ͙ Learning Chinese ͠ Mandarin Chinese is the official 36 Mandarin training centers Taiwan’s infrastructure is advanced, language of Taiwan. The most in Taiwan provide high quality and its law-enforcement and effective way to learn Mandarin teachers and facilities, a variety of transportation, communication, is to study traditional Chinese high quality courses for students of medical and public health systems characters in the modern, Mandarin all levels of proficiency, and small are excellent. In Taiwan, foreign speaking society of Taiwan. classes. Most importantly, outside students live and study in safety of class, you will be immersed in and comfort. Chinese language and culture. Don’t miss it! A Repository of Test of Chinese as a ͚ Chinese Culture Foreign Language ͡ (TOCFL) The National Palace Museum Available has a great collection of artifacts Scholarships ͝ The Test Of Chinese as a Foreign spanning the history of Chinese Language (TOCFL), is given to civilization. Taiwanese Opera and To encourage students from international students to assess Glove Puppetry, and aboriginal foreign countries to learn their Mandarin Chinese listening culture, add to the cultural Chinese, the government provides and reading comprehension. richness of Taiwan. Nowhere will two scholarships. In addition, See p.10-11 for more information international students find a better some Chinese learning centers place to experience and learn about provide scholarships. Chinese culture. See p.6-7 for more information Work While ͙͘ You Study Learn Complete, A Free and While learning Chinese in Taiwan, Traditional Chinese Democratic Society students may be able to work part- ͛ Characters ͞ time. Students will gain experience Taiwan has a thriving, modern, and a sense of accomplishment Learning traditional characters free and democratic society. It communicating in Chinese, and makes it easy to identify lexical is one of the safest countries in they can earn some extra money. forms and hard to misunderstand the world, and its infrastructure, the meaning of words. Moreover, from power to transportation to the power and aesthetics of Chinese telecommunication, is top-notch. calligraphy can only be revealed and appreciated through traditional Chinese characters. Easy to Reach, A Great Place ͟ to Travel

Taiwan is served by a large number of international airlines and is easily reached from many countries in the world. Domestic airlines, bullet trains, and regional train systems provide excellent transportation within Taiwan.

10 Reasons for Learning Chinese in Taiwan ͙ North Taiwan, Republic of China 1 China University of Science and Technology Chinese Courses Language Center Chinese Culture University Mandarin Learning Center Fu Jen Catholic University Language Center Geography Chinese Learning Center Mandarin Studies & Culture Center (MSCC) Location Pacific Ocean, 120 km (74.6 mi) National Chengchi University Chinese Language Center off the coast of mainland China National Taipei University of Education Chinese Language Education Center National Taiwan Normal University Mandarin Training Center Area 36,191 km² (13,973.3 sq mi) National Taiwan University International Chinese Language Program Highest Point Yu Shan (3,952 m=12,965.9 ft) National Taiwan University Language Center, Chinese Language Division Chinese Language Center Capital City Taipei Taipei Chengshih University of Science and Technology Mandarin Center Largest City Taipei (2,665,832 people) 2 3 Taoyuan Chung Yuan Christian University Mandarin Learning Center Lunghwa University of Science and Technology Chinese Language Center Demographics National Central University Chinese Language Program of Language Center 1 Population 23,282,670 4 Density 642.26 /km² Chinese Language Center 2 Ethnic Groups Taiwanese people National Chiao Tung University Chinese Language Division, LTRC 3 84% Han Taiwanese 5 Yilan 14% Mainland Chinese Language Instruction Center (Waishengren) 4 2% Aboriginal Taiwanese (14 tribes) Central 5 Official Language Mandarin 6 Miaoli 6 7 Chinese Language Center National Taichung University of Education Chinese Language Center Chinese Language Education Center 7 Other Chinese Language Center Currency New Taiwan Dollars (NTD) 8 Changhua Electricity Electrical current is 110 volts, 9 Yunlin 60 cycles, AC 8 Drive On Right 10 Nantou 10 15 Calling Code +886 11 National Chiayi University Language Center 9 -Division of Chinese as a Second Language 11

Getting to Know Taiwan 12 13 16 South We welcome you to our friendly island paradise! 12 14 14 Pingtung Taiwan is a modern, free, democratic society whose people are hardworking, fun-loving, educated and friendly. Chinese Language Center National Cheng Kung University National Pingtung University of Education While eagerly embracing the future, the people of Taiwan hold onto traditional values and ideals. The family, College of Liberal Arts Chinese Language Center Language Center including ancestors, is of utmost importance; education and scholarship are held in high esteem; and traditional Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology National Pingtung University of Science Chinese Language Center and Technology forms of writing, architecture and art are part of everyday life. Yes, in Taiwan the ancient and modern, traditional Chinese Language Center and new are seamlessly woven together, creating a fascinating, dynamic society like no other in the world. Chinese Language Center 13 I-Shou University Language Center East Kao Yuan University Chinese Language Center Hualien National Kaohsiung Normal University 15 Center of Language and Culture Teaching National Sun Yat-sen University Chinese Language Center Center for language Studies National University of Kaohsiung Language Center Wenzao Ursuline College of Languages Center of Chinese language 16 Taitung

2 Getting to Know Taiwan Getting to Know Taiwan 3 More About Taiwan

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History Climate Culture

The name “Taiwan”, meaning In subtropical, northern Taiwan, The culture of Taiwan is a blend of modern and traditional, national and “terraced bay”, was first used in the temperature during the cool, international, unique and universal. Due to Taiwan’s complex political 1430 by Admiral Cheng Ho of the mild winters averages 18˚C / 64˚F. history, the influences of indigenous culture, Confucianism, Japan, and Ming court. In the 16th century, The average temperature rises to Western civilization all can be seen at the same time. the Portuguese named the island 31˚C /88˚F during the hot, humid “Ilha Formosa” meaning “Beautiful summers. Southern Taiwan has Pearl The Japanese occupation of Taiwan from 1895 to 1945 influenced Island. The name Formosa was used a tropical, marine climate with Milk Tea language, culture, and architecture. Visitors can still find a Japanese-style until the end of WWII. generally warm and relatively mansion and hear old Japanese songs emanating from nearby taverns. dry weather. Situated between northern and Taiwan’s aboriginal culture is unique and has started to flourish since the southern Asia, Taiwan has long In the mountains, temperate Ami chant “Jubilant Drinking Song” was sampled in a song to promote the played a crucial role in trade and conditions prevail. Snow may 1996 Olympics. However, the dominant culture in Taiwan is still Chinese. politics. Taiwan’s location brought accumulate on some of the highest Immigrants from mainland China, especially those who arrived in 1949, frequent invasions, but also peaks, such as Yu Shan and after civil war, brought Confucianism and Chinese culture to Taiwan. The provided the conditions needed Ho-Huan Shan. Rain may fall at National Palace Museum has an outstanding collection of 650,000 pieces for a modern, prosperous and any time, but the greatest amount of ancient Chinese artifacts brought from the Forbidden City, making it democratic country. usually falls from April to August. a major attraction for visitors. Visitors also will see ornate temples and Typhoon season is from May traditional Chinese characters. to September. Steamed Dumping

Cuisine Geography In Taiwan, where it seems the Taiwan lies along the western edge of the Pacific Ocean, 193 km (120 miles) people live to eat, it is said that off the southeastern coast of mainland China. Taiwan has a land area of there is a snack shop every three Meat Rice about 36,000 square km (14,400 square miles) and is nearly bisected by the steps and a restaurant every five. Tamales Tropic of Cancer. The island is shaped somewhat like a sweet potato. Foods and dishes from around the world are available in Taiwan. Taiwan has broad plains, rolling hills, and precipitous mountains that form However, Taiwan's native cuisine, the spine of the island. There are six peaks over 3,500m - the highest is Yu which has gained worldwide Shan at 3,952m - and more than 200 peaks over 3,000m. Swift rivers have attention, is unforgettable - try it carved steep gorges through the mountains. Taroko Gorge, with vertical just once and you will remember rock walls hundreds of meters high, is a wonder of nature. Geothermal it forever. Memorable dishes activity has produced many hot springs in mountains. include: Pearl Milk Tea, Danzai Stinky Noodles, Shrimp Pork Soup, Oyster Due to the abundant rainfall and generally warm temperatures, vegetation Tofu Omelet, Meat Rice Tamales, Stinky grows rampantly in Taiwan, from lowland agricultural crops to all manner Tofu, Taiwanese Meatballs, Coffin of plant life cloaking the hills and mountains. Due to its unique climate Sandwich, Veggie and Meat and geography, the flora and fauna of Taiwan are tremendously diverse, Wrap, Oyster Vermicelli, Steamed and many species are endemic to the island. Sandwich, and Crushed Ice Dessert.

Oyster Taiwanese Omelet Meatballs

4 Getting to Know Taiwan Getting to Know Taiwan 5 Step-by-Step Procedures

Step. 1 Step. 2 Step. 3 Step. 4 Step. 5 Step.6 Decide to which Chinese learning Determine the cost of studying Determine when applications are Complete your application. If you are accepted, you will receive Visa application. center you would like to apply. at the Chinese learning center, or due and make sure the period of a formal letter of admission. You centers you are most interested in. instruction fits your schedule. Prepare the following documents must then apply for a visa to study Take the following documents to There are several ways to obtain At some centers, classes may fill for the language center. in Taiwan. the nearest ROC embassy, consulate information about each of the Go to the language center or representative agency to apply quickly, so it is best to send your A. A completed application form. language centers in Taiwan. website to obtain information on application well before the deadline. for entry visas to enter Taiwan. the following: B. A copy of your passport. A. See p.13 to p.48 C. An original copy of your personal A. A certificate of enrollment issued by the Chinese language center. B. Search the website A. Tuition & Registration Fees financial statement, valid within the Study in Taiwan B. Insurance last 6 months. The requirements for B. Proof of financial support. (www.studyintaiwan.org/) this statement will be specified C. A passport, valid for no less than C. Housing by the center. C. Search the website six months and having blank pages Ministry of Education D. Diploma/admission letters sufficient for permits, visas and (english.moe.gov.tw/mp.asp?mp=1) (varies from center to center). stamps. In addition, bring one copy of your passport. D. Link to each center’s website. E. Research proposal (varies from center to center). D. One copy of the completed visa E. Contact a language center for application form, to be signed by the further information. F. 2-4, 1 x1 inch photos (see learning center website for details). applicant in person, and two 2x2-inch color photos taken within from the G. Insurance certificate. last six months. E. A health certificate issued within the last three months.

Applying to Note Learn Chinese in Taiwan Further information about visas: Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA) Website : www.boca.gov.tw/mp?mp=2 Scholarships Taiwan Scholarship Huayu Enrichment Scholarship (HES) There are two government- Description sponsored scholarships In 2004, MOE, MOFA, MOEA, Description dedicated to helping students and National Science Council of To encourage international students learn Chinese in Taiwan. The the Executive Yuan(NSC) jointly and individuals to undertake details of each are shown established the Taiwan Scholarship Chinese language study in Taiwan, below. In addition, some Program to encourage outstanding the MOE established the Ministry Chinese learning centers offer international students to undertake of Education Huayu Enrichment scholarships. Information about degree programs in Taiwan. Scholarship (HES) Program in 2005. these can be obtained from each Note Amount center’s website. Amount More Information NTD $25,000/month NTD $25,000/month A. MOE: Applicant Qualifications Applicant Qualifications english.moe.gov.tw/mp.asp?mp=1 For post-secondary school students For students of Mandarin Studies (university or above) B. Embassies and Missions Abroad : www.taiwanembassy.org/mp.asp?mp=1 Introduction Introduction C. Department of Education(Taipei): english.moe.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=6 english.moe.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=1 http://english.taipei.gov.tw/MP_100002.html 777&CtNode=10634&mp=1 2482&CtNode=11364&mp=1

6 Applying to Learn Chinese in Taiwan Applying to Learn Chinese in Taiwan 7 Living in Taiwan

program offered by the express services. Students who Transportation Accommodations foreign students’ office at their receive Taiwan Scholarship need to 1 educational institution. open an account at a post office of By Motorcycle/Scooter Chunghwa Post. Some Chinese learning centers Foreigners, who have lost their & Bicycle provide on-campus dormitories. residence status because they no Motorcycles and scooters are very Each dormitory houses only men longer hold a valid ARC or have popular means of transportation. or only women. Typically, 4 to 6 left Taiwan permanently, will Most universities provide students share a room. The number also lose their right to participate motorcycle/scooter parking around of beds is limited. in the NHI program. They must 3 Work campus for students. Bicycles are withdraw their subscription to the By Air If dormitories are unavailable widely used within campuses. NHI program through their group International students who have or you prefer a different living There are six domestic airlines Bicycle racks can be found insurance applicant (their employers attended school in Taiwan for two arrangement, off-campus providing services between throughout campuses. or local administration offices) semesters or a language program apartments, including studios major cities such as Taipei, and then return their NHI card to for one year, and who have an and flats, are available. Most Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung and the group insurance applicant and excellent academic record, can Chinese learning centers provide Hualien. Prior reservations are pay the premiums in full before work in Taiwan when one of the information about local rentals on always required. By Highway Bus leaving Taiwan. following applies: the internet. Depending on the Long distance highway bus services accommodation’s type, quality and When traveling overseas for a short A. Events of a serious nature have provided by private transportation location, rent ranges from NT$3,000 period of time, either on business or on affected their financial ability to By Train companies are very popular. They to 9000 per month. For further vacation, and then returning to Taiwan support themselves or continue The railway network along the have an extensive network and a information please see the Tsuei with a valid ARC, foreigners must their education, and the student coastline is another economic frequent service schedule. Tickets Ma-Ma Foundation website. remain enrolled in the NHI program. can provide evidence of option for traveling around are usually competitively priced and such circumstances. Taiwan. There are four classes By Taiwan High Speed some bus companies even provide Bank Accounts of passenger seats: Tze-chiang, Rail (THSR) 24 hour service. B. An academic research institution Chu-kuang, Fu-hsing and Note Most banks offer foreign currency at the student's school requires economy Traveling by train If you would like to save time, exchange and bank services in a foreign student to provide THSR is another choice. While Tsuei Ma-Ma is recommended on public NT dollars. Foreign students can assistance in its work. traveling from Taipei to Kaohsiung Foundation website: holidays because it can avoid the open bank accounts with their hustle and bustle of the long takes 5 hours by train and 6 hours C. The student needs to take part in www.tmm.org.tw/English/index.html passports and ARC cards. Individual distance highway bus service. by car, the THSR takes only 1.5 By Passenger Car an off-campus internship related who wants to open an account Advanced ticket reservations hours. Advanced reservations to his or her field of study. In Taiwan, cars are driven on the without an ARC card needs to get a are recommended. are recommended. right. Students with international universal identification number at driver licenses may drive in the local police office. Taiwan. However, driving is not Note recommended for those who are Services Postage unfamiliar with the unique road 2 Further information about By Metro / Subway By Bus & Taxi and traffic conditions in Taiwan. Chunghwa Post, the postal service National Health Insurance In Taipei and Kaohsiung, the Each major city has its own bus Traffic is heavy and car drivers Insurance of Taiwan, provides international (NHI): metro system (MRT) provides system. Fares are inexpensive and must watch out for slow-moving and domestic mail services to the Foreigners with an Alien Resident It’s a health insurance for all people in convenient and comfortable service is frequent. Taxi fares start pedestrians and bicyclists, fast- public. There are over a thousand Certificate (ARC) who have resided Taiwan since 1995. The main goals are to transportation. There are nine at NTD 70 (USD 2.3) and increase moving motorcycles and scooters, as branches, distributed all over in Taiwan for four months must improve patients' access to health care major routes in Taipei and two with the time and distance traveled. well as other cars, buses and trucks. the island, providing regular and enroll in the National Health by easing their financial burden and to major routes in Kaohsiung, It is a good idea to have the name Drivers have to be extra cautious. express postal service. Foreign Insurance (NHI) program at a make sure that no one would be forced covering different parts of the of your hotel or address written in International or foreign driver students can apply for a postal box into bankruptcy by a serious illness. local administrative office. Before two cities. Metro fares range Chinese when you travel by taxi. license holders can apply for ROC at the nearest branch. they are eligible for the NHI www.nhi.gov.tw/english/index.aspx from NTD20-60(USD0.6-2). driver licenses at the local Motor Vehicles Office. program, students can purchase In addition, most convenience their own insurance or participate stores serve as pick up locations in a temporary health insurance for international and domestic

8 Living in Taiwan Living in Taiwan 9 Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL)

Organization The For Beginners level of TOCFL subject for University Entrance measures both listening and Committee for Overseas Introduction Test Format 1 reading skills of non-native Chinese 5 Chinese Students. 9 Contact SC-TOP speakers at the beginning level. The Steering Committee for the The content of the test in general The first test was administrated in D. Serving as a job-required proof TEL: +886-2-7734-5638 Test Of Proficiency-Huayu (SC-TOP) focuses on everyday speech Nov. 2007. The total number of test Level of Chinese language proficiency. was established in November 2005 incorporated in various situations. items is 80, and the total testing FAX: +886-2-3343-2413 under the direction of the Ministry The certificate of TOCFL can be time is 80 minutes. of Education of R.O.C. Originally A. For Beginners used as an official document E-mail: [email protected] Learning Hours “Chinese Language Testing Center” TOCFL is given in multiple-choice The test measures both listening when applying for admission to (in Taiwan) Website: http://www.sc-top.org.tw/ and renamed in January, 2007, items. Test takers get one point and reading skills of non- undergraduate and graduate the Committee aims to develop programs in Taiwan. Also, many for each correct answer. There is native Chinese speakers at Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 7-400 and promote an effective Chinese For Beginners At least 240 hours international businesses, such as no penalty deduction for the the beginning level. The total Taipei City 10699 Taiwan assessment system, mainly the incorrect answer. Basic 360-480 hours testing time is 80 minutes. The LG, adopt TOCFL as reference for Test of Chinese as a Foreign Intermediatet 480-960 hours test consists of 80 multiple- their employee dispatch programs Location: 5~6F., No.6, Lane 5, Language (TOCFL), for Chinese Advanced More than choice questions in two sections: in Taiwan. Qingtian St., Da-an , 960 hours learners worldwide to assess their Listening Comprehension Taipei City , Taiwan (R.O.C.) Chinese proficiency. (Description; Matching; Dialogue; Conversation) and Reading Learning Hours 3 Target Test Taker Comprehension (Sentence; TOCFL Testing (in other area) Picture; Blank Filling; Passage). Test Introduction The TOCFL for Advanced level is 7 Overseas 2 designed for: For Beginners At least 480 hours B. Basic/ Intermediate/ Advanced TOCFL is a foreign language Basic 720-960 hours A. Non-native speakers of Chinese. The testing time for the Basic, To meet the demand of numerous proficiency test for non-native Intermediatet 960-1920 hours Intermediate, Advanced Level international Chinese learners, speakers of Chinese. Those who Advanced More than B. Test takers who have taken is 110 minutes. The tests consist the SC-TOP has started to provide wish to know about their level of 1920 hours 960 hours of Chinese courses in of 100 multiple-choice questions overseas test services since 2006. Chinese proficiency, or those who Taiwan or 1920 hours in countries Candidates can now choose to take in two sections: Listening Sec. 2, Roosevelt Rd. want to study, work or do business and areas other than Taiwan. Comprehension and the TOCFL test in Japan, Korea, Vocabulary Base National Taiwan in Chinese speaking countries are Thailand, Vietnam, USA, UK, and Reading Comprehension. Normal University MRT Guting Station C. Test takers who have acquired a welcome to register for the test. France. Also, the SC-TOP plans to For Beginners 800 words vocabulary base of 8000 words. increase test locations annually. For TOCFL is administrated in four Basic 1500 words more information, please contact levels, For Beginners, Basic, Intermediatet 5000 words Library your local Cultural Division of Taipei National Taiwan Intermediate, and Advanced. Purpose of Normal University Advanced 8000 words Economic Cultural Office. the TOCFL For the Basic, Intermediate and Note: The total Chinese course 6 Sec. 1, QingtianHeping E. Rd. Post office Advanced levels of TOCFL, each 4 Test Content hours required for overseas TOCFL test takers who passed the level has three sections, including Chinese learner need to requirement of TOCFL will receive TOCFL Testing certificate. The certificate can listening, vocabulary and grammar, The authentic materials used in the be doubled. in Taiwan Streering Committee for the Test and reading. The total number serve as a Chinese proficiency of Proficiency-Huayu, 5-6F TOCFL are extracted from materials Qingtian St.

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10 Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) 11 China University of Science and Technology Chinese Courses Language Center North · Taipei City

Basic Info No.245, Sec. 3, Academia Rd., Nangang Dist., Taipei City 11581, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Chinese Learning Centers Tel: +886-2-27821862 ext.271 Fax: +886-2-27852344 Email: [email protected] in Taiwan Website: aca.cust.edu.tw/language/

Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses Applicants must be aged 18 years of age Location: Taipei City Small – Sized Classes: To ensure the or older and have obtained a high school Facilities: quality and outstanding achievement of or secondary school diploma. 1. Library Mandarin courses 2. Art Gallery Classifying Courses: Upon being accepted Introduction 3. Computers and Internet Access into the program, students will be Established: May, 2011 4. Language Center Facilities assessed by TOCFL, developed by SC-TOP, (under the permission of Ministry and Classrooms in order to be assigned to a suitable level. Note of Education) Curriculum: Local Attractions Please check the website Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Sifen Stream, Hu Shih Memorial Hall, for the latest information: Hours of Study: Museum of the Institute of History and 6-month program (360 hrs) Philology in Academia Sinica, Nangang english.moe.gov Mountains – Lishanqiaokou Trail and .tw/ct.asp?xltem=9693 Additional Courses: &CtNode=417&mp=1 Nangang Mountain Trail. Introduction to Chinese Culture

Scholarships Students will have assistance to apply for the Ministry of Education Huayu (Mandarin) Enrichment Scholarship, funded by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of China (TAIWAN).

Accommodation CUST Student Dormitory: Price per term: Male: $12,500 NTD for 3 months (per person) Male Rooms: 2 Beds / room Female: $11,500 NTD for 3 months (per person) Female Rooms: 4 - 6 Beds / room Academia Sinica Guest Rooms: Double–bed Guest room: $1,900 NTD / day Single–bed Guest room: $1,650 NTD / day

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline

March-May 2013/02/01

June-August 150 hrs NTD 27,000 Around USD 1,000 2013/03/01 Regular Class 3 months 5-10 people September-November 2013/08/01 December-February 120 hrs NTD 24,000 Around USD 900 2013/11/01 Please contact the Language Center NTD 500 per hour , with USD 17 per hour , with One month before the Individual Program 1 person for more information. application fee NTD 500 application fee US $17 starting date of each term Please contact the Language Center Please contact the Language Center One month before the Short-Term Program 2-3 Weeks 5-10 people for more information. for more information. starting date of each term

Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan ͙͛ Chinese Culture University Chung Hua University Mandarin Learning Center North · Taipei City Chinese Language Center North · Hsinchu City

Basic Info Basic Info Rm. 406, 4F., No.231, Sec. 2, Jianguo S. Rd., Da-an Dist., Taipei City 10659, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.707, Sec. 2, Wufu Rd., Xiangshan Dist., Hsinchu City 30012, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-2-27005858 ext.8131-8136 Tel: +886-3-5186175 / +886-3-5186176 Fax: +886-2-27081257 Fax: +886-3-5186174 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: mlc.sce.pccu.edu.tw Website: international.chu.edu.tw

Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses Age 18-80 School is located on Jianguo South The Mandarin Learning Center at Above 18-year old Chung Hua University is situated in the 1. Mandarin Beginner Class Road, Taipei, is a new modern teaching Chinese Culture University offers practical city of Hsinchu. 2. Mandarin Intermediate Class Introduction building, adequate lighting, air- Mandarin Courses to non-native speakers Introduction With high-tech computer labs and 3. Mandarin Advanced Class The Mandarin Learning Center (MLC) conditioned comfort, in addition to of the Chinese language from across 220 Chung Hua University (CHU) is a leading executive classroom, CHU students have The class is designed for complete OF Chinese Culture University is strongly the high quality teaching environment, countries worldwide. Course range from university in the private sector, provides some of the best and newest technology beginners, and starts with learning each classroom are assisted teaching 2 week short-term courses to 72 week devoted to offering practical Mandarin both students and faculty with an unique at their fingertips. Our modern facilities phonetics and use of the equipment, the basement also provides courses, both traditional and simplified Courses to International students from all learning and research environment. include the multimedia classrooms, Romanization system. The goal of a convenient digital learning center to Chinese for: (1) Beginners to advanced international destinations throughout the The University is in the city of Hsinchu, computer centre with free internet the class is to develop an accurate year, with courses starting every mouth. facilitate the students' self-learning and level learners (2) Kids to adult learners about 72 kilometers south of Taipei access, library, arts centre, counseling pronunciation and communication skills Courses are constantly updated, and are the Internet. (3) Expatriates and foreign working and 15-minutes drive from downtown centre, health centre, housing service, for everyday different situation. designed by language professionals so as nationals, and (4) teacher training Hsinchu. Located on a plateau of Hsinchu international student office and two to create an active interest for beginners Local Attractions certification programs teaching Chinese city, with a land of more than 20 hectares, cafeterias. Athletic and recreational to advanced levels; from kids to adult The school is located due Jianguo South as a Second Language. ( TCSL ) the campus is surrounded by naturally services are excellent at CHU. learners; for working professionals to those Road, Heping East Road intersection, beautiful hills. interested in seeking a career in Teaching close to Daan Forest Park, Taipei Local Attractions Chinese as a Second Language (TCSL). Municipal Library, is centrally located and Scholarships 1. The Eastern Gate easily accessible locations, a great place Mandarin Language Scholarship: 2. Canal Around Scholarships for learners education. A waiver of tuition and if needs be, a 3. Image Museum School without any providing scholarships monthly stipend up to NT$ 5,000 4. Hsinchu City Hall will be provided. 5. Firefighting Museum Accommodation The stipends will be awarded monthly 6. Chen Huang Temple MLC provides a range of different prices 7. for your accommodation during your based on the students’ attendance records 8. Science Park Life Hub study term in Taiwan. Choose according and academic performance. 9. Industrial Technology Research Institute to your personal budget. Enroll in our 10. Jin Shan Temple home-stay program or stay at youth Accommodation 11. Green Grass Lake hostel or even a fancy 4-star hotel, all Student Dormitory 12. Hsinchu Botanical Garden of which are conveniently located in the All international students are eligible to 13. Eighteen Peaks Mountain heart of Taipei city. Currently, we are apply for on-campus dormitory and share 14. Horizon and Sea Viewing Area the only university and mandarin rooms with Taiwanese students. The cost learning center that provides home stay is NT$10000 to NT$15000 (apx. US$333 to and accommodation. US$500) for each student per semester. The accommodation is also available for Period of Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Course Type Start Date Total Hours Class Size Application Deadline summer term. Please make the contact as Study Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) early as possible to check the availability According to Early Bird Intensive Class 3 months Every Month 165 hrs 10-12 people NTD 20,100 Around USD 670 of vacancy. Payment Deadline

at least 20 hours of Jianguo Campus decide by decide by instruction must be NTD 600/person/hour Individual Class 1-4 people Around USD 344-410 three days ago students students signed up for at the Zhongxiao Campus time of registration NTD 500 /person/hour To the Point Week before Class-for Expatriates and 8 weeks Every Week 16hrs 1-4 people NTD 4,300 Around USD 144 Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application class courses Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size foreign working nationals Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline One term: NTD 20,000 One term: USD 715 General Courses 2 months 2013/02/18 135 hrs 10-20 people NTD 21,800 Around USD 738 Summer Mandarin Two terms: NTD 36,000 Two terms: USD 1,285 To begin enrollment Every July Language Camp 6 weeks 240hrs 10-15 people descendants amount General Courses 2 months 2013/04/22 135 hrs 10-20 people NTD 21,800 Around USD 738 and August Early Bird-Register Early Bird-Register One term: NTD 18,000 One term: USD 645 until full One month before Two terms: NTD 32,000 Two terms: USD 1,145 General Courses 2 months 2013/09/09 135 hrs 10-20 people NTD 21,800 Around USD 738 class start Teacher training certification programs Before the 1st day General Courses 2 months 2013/11/04 135 hrs 10-20 people NTD 21,800 Around USD 738 3 weeks Every Month 90hrs 6-20 people NTD 21,000 Around USD 700 teaching Chinese as a of course Second Language. ( TCSL ) Intensive Summer Courses 2 months 2013/07/01 135 hrs 10-20 people NTD 21,800 Around USD 738

14 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 15 Chung Yuan Christian University Fo Guang University Mandarin Learning Center North · Taoyuan County Language Instruction Center North · Yilan City

Basic Info Basic Info No.200, Chung pei Rd., Chung-Li City, Taoyuan County 32023, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.257, Sec. 3, Zhongshan Rd., Yilan City, Yilan County 26044, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-3-2651324 Tel: +886-3-9313343 ext.103 Fax: +886-3-2651328 Fax: +886-3-9315904 Email: [email protected] / [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: cml.cycu.edu.tw / www.facebook.com/cmlcycu Website: www.fgu.edu.tw/~chinlang/clic.htm

Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Age18 and above, for summer camp from Location 1. General course, which includes daily Interested students should be age over 16 Full time language center students can Fo Guang Language Instruction Center is age 12 to 30 CYCU Campus is near Taoyuan Chinese, Practical Business Chinese, Practical to 80. apply to live in the university’s dormitory. located close to Yilan night market. You International Airport, Zhong-Li city, Chinese for Travel, and Chinese Culture. There are both two person and four can travel to Turtle island. Forest Report, Introduction and Chung Yuan night market. It is 2. Intensive course, which emphasizes on Introduction person rooms available. All rooms have Jiaosi Hot Spring, Su-ao Cold Spring. Mandarin Learning Center, a government- surrounded by shops and restaurants preparing foreign students for TOCFL exam. Fo Guang University’s Language a bathroom and washing area. The cost Yilan Green Expo, National Center for recognized center for teaching Chinese as making it a great place for both study 3. Language & culture camp. Our camp Instruction Center (LIC) emphasizes small for two person rooms is 6,600 TWD per Traditional Arts, Yilan Distillery, Yilan a foreign language. We offer five kinds and visit. provides a wonderful opportunity for sized Mandarin classes. All aspects of term and four person rooms cost $5,500 Bamboo Hedge, and the Museum of Yilan of courses: Facilities students to learn Chinese, culture and the learning environment have been per term. This cost includes the water Government History. 1. General course, which includes daily Air-conditioned classrooms, study room, make international friends! considered in building a new kind of seat and electricity fees. If you do not want to Further information: Chinese, Practical Business Chinese, library, swimming pool, student lounge, 4. One-on-one course, which aims at of learning in Taiwan where the spirit of live in the dorms or are hoping to live in 1. Yilan Tourism: Practical Chinese for Travel, and language labs, computing and sport facilities. foreign students who are business men. humanities-based study and education closer contact with the people of Yilan, http://tourism.e-ladn.gov.tw/ Chinese Culture. 5. General course (for company), which can flower and flourish. In line with its you have the option of renting a house 2. Yilan County Culture Affaris Bureau: http://www.ilccb.gov.tw/ch/ 2. Intensive course, which emphasizes on Local Attractions is the teacher teaching Mandarin in founding spirit, we dedicated to serving or apartment in Yilan city. Price can vary 3. National Center for Traditional Arts: preparing foreign students for TOCFL Chung Yuan Christian University is only your company. the needs of non-native speakers of based on factors such as location, if the http://www.ncfta.gov.tw/ exam and their further academic a 5-minute walk to Chung Yuan night Chinese all over the world who are seeking place is old or new, size, and what facilities pursuing in Taiwan. market; a 15-minute walk to Zhong- an integrated education in Chinese are available. You might even at times Popular Courses 3. Language & culture camp. Our camp Li city and train station; a 50-minute language and culture. An experienced need to take into account the disposition 1. Buddhism provides a wonderful opportunity train to Taipei city; a 20-minute bus faculty and comprehensive curriculum of the landlord (all people are different). 2. Outdoor culture activities for students from 12-30 years old ride to Taoyuan city; a 30-minute bus provide students with a keen interest in On average, a ten square meter apartment 3. Chinese Presentation to learn Chinese, culture and make ride to Leofoo Village amusement park Chinese language, thoughts, customs and can cost 1000-2000 TWD a month. 4. Small group classes international friends! and Window on China theme park, and culture with the requisite training and 5. One-on-one classes 4. One-one-one course, which aims at an hour drive to National Forest and guidance to speak effectively. We also Location & Facilities 6. Tour Mandarin foreign students who are business men. National Park. offer the Flexible Hours Program which is The center is conveniently located at Fo 5. General course (for company), which is the designed for students who require flexible Guang University’ modern city-center teacher teaching Mandarin in your company. learning arrangements. facility in downtown Yilan. There are museums and cultural settings near the Scholarships Scholarships center. Interesting activities are held year round, such as Traditional Opera Festivals None None and an International Boat Race. Facilities include a comprehensive reference library, Accommodation language lab, a well equipped computer None room with internet connections, exercise room, individual lockers, coffee makers, TV and refrigerator.

Tuition & Registra- Tuition & Registra- Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size tion Fee (NTD) tion Fee (USD) Deadline Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application 2012/09/03-2012/11/26 Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Oversea applicant: 09:00-12:00 2012/12/03-2013/03/13 Six weeks before the General Course or 180 hrs 4-8 people NTD 27,000 USD 970 2013/ 3/11-2013/ 5/31 REGISTER FEE NT 1,500 REGISTER FEE USD 50 term start. 2013/03/18-2013/06/11 10:00-13:00 2-3 people Local applicant: 2013/ 6/10-2013/ 8/30 NTD 54,000 USD 1,800 Overseas Applications 2013/06/17-2013/09/06 Two weeks before the General Courses *1 3 months 180 hrs 2 months before the term start. semester. The same 2013/ 9/9-2013/11/29 REGISTER FEE NT 1,500 REGISTER FEE USD 50 Intensive course 09:00-16:00 252 hrs 6-12 people NTD 37,800 USD 1,350 as the General Course 4-6 people Local Application 2 weeks before the One-one-one Course 2013/12/ 9-2014/ 2/28 NTD 36,000 USD 1,200 24 hrs 1 person NTD 11,760 USD 420 start of the semester. (On Company) Two weeks before the Depend on your schedule Depends on REGISTER FEE NT1,500 One-one-one Course term start. Intensive Courses*2 Up to request Up to request Up to request 24 hrs 1 person NTD 24,000 USD 860 total hrs Tuition FEE Depends on total hrs (In campus) General Course Depend on your schedule Two weeks before the *1. The general courses are opened 4 terms per year: Spring (March to May), Summer (June to August), Fall (September to November), and Winter (December to February). 36 hrs 3-8 people NTD 36,000 USD 1,300 (In Company) term start. *2. This program is designed for students who require flexible learning arrangements.

16 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 17 Fu Jen Catholic University Kainan University Language Center, Office of International Education North · Chinese Learning Center North · Taoyuan County / Taipei City

Basic Info Basic Info No.510, Zhongzheng Rd., Xinzhuang Dist., New Taipei City 24205, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Taoyuan Campus: No.1, Kainan Rd., Luzhu , Taoyuan County 33857, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-2-29052414 / +886-2-29053721 / +886-2-29052487 / +886-2-29052071 Tel: +886-3-3412500 ext.4615, 4640 Fax: +886-3-2705542 Email: [email protected] Fax: +886-2-29052166 Taipei Campus: No.6, Sec. 1, Jinan Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City 10051, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Email: [email protected] Tel: +886-2-33224533 ext.18 Fax: +886-2-23567515 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lc.fju.edu.tw Website: www.knu.edu.tw/CLC/cht/index.html

Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Local Attractions Popular Courses No limit. Those who are below 18 years 1. Location: 10 kilometers from Taipei City, Class levels: elementary, intermediate No limit. Taoyuan Campus: General Course: Kainan University old require a guardian or friend to assist very accessible by public transportation. and advanced. 1. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Chinese Learning Center offers flexible them during their stay in Taiwan. 2. Facilities: Air-conditioned classrooms, 1. Regular/General Mandarin courses. Introduction 2. Taoyuan Tourist Night Market and different levels programs in Mandarin AV rooms, study room, student lounge 2. Cognate courses: Pronunciation, Chinese Learning Center (CLC) of Kainan 3. Taimall: The biggest shopping mall in learning that help students achieve their Introduction and university facilities (language Conversation, TOCFL Preparation, University has been founded in 2009. The Luchu. It takes about 10-15 minutes individual language-learning goals. Established in 1964, one of the oldest non- labs, libraries, computing and sport Business Chinese, Chinese Chorus, goal of MLC is to develop a management driving distance from Kainan to Different teaching techniques and degree Chinese language learning centers facilities, etc.) Chinese Writing, Calligraphy, Chinese system to support the Chinese education Taimall. www.taimall.com.tw classroom activities are used at each level in Taiwan. Painting, Shadow boxing, Judo. of global enterprises and language Taipei Campus: of student programs. Features: Local Attractions 3. Special courses (Classical Chinese, schools. In the MLC, students come 1. Taiwan Railways, http://service.tra.gov. 1. Flexibility & variety in class arrangement. 1. The Lin Family Mansion and Garden Taiwanese, Chinese philosophy, from different cultures and language tw/en/ 2. Teaches traditional or simplified (www.linfamily.tpc.gov.tw) Catholic Catechism, etc.) backgrounds and they share the common 2. MRT Shandao Temple Station, http:// Chinese characters/Zhuyin or Pinyin. 2. National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall 4. Study tour program for groups. goal of learning to communicate in english.trtc.com.tw/ 3. Small-class size. (www.cksmh.gov.tw/) Chinese effectively. Many students have 3. Nation Taiwan Museum, http://formosa. 4. Learning combined with cultural classes 3. never learned Chinese before they enroll ntm.gov.tw/web/en/exhibition.aspx & activities. (www.taipei-101.com.tw/) in Mandarin Center. No matter your 4. SHIN KONG shopping mall, 4. National Palace Museum motive for learning Chinese or the level http://www.skm.com.tw/default.htm Scholarships (www.npm.gov.tw) of your Chinese, MLC will do all it can to None help you make rapid progress. Scholarships Accommodation None 1. Dormitory: limited number of rooms in the university dormitories. Facilities in the room include: Air conditioner, Accommodation bed, table, chair, clothes closet and None telephone (Receiving calls is free.), internet connection. Location & Facilities 2. Off-campus housing: www.dsa.fju.edu.tw/. Taoyuan Campus: 3. Home stay on weekends: Provided only Our center is located on the campus of for students of the study tour program. Kainan University, in Luchu near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Many of the classrooms are furnished with audio and video equipments, including DVD players, projectors, and networked computers. Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Taipei Campus: Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Close to MRT Taipei and Shandao Temple 2013/03/04 180 hrs NTD 25,480 Around USD 849 2013/01/15 Station, famous night-markets, and shopping centers. 2013/06/03 180 hrs NTD 25,480 USD 849 2013/04/15 General Course + 3 months 4-7 people Cognate Class 2013/09/02 180 hrs NTD 25,480 USD 849 2013/07/15 Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size 2013/12/02 165 hrs NTD 23,440 USD 781 2013/10/15 Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline 2012/11/05 5 weeks 2013/07/01 75 hrs 4-7 people NTD 11,100 USD 370 2013/05/15 Summer Sessions 2013/01/28 3 weeks 2013/08/05 45 hrs 4-7 people NTD 7,020 USD 234 2013/06/15 Basic, Intermediate and Two weeks before 3 months 2013/05/06 150 hrs 6-10 people NTD 26,000 About USD 870 Advanced Program the courses begin Study Tour Program Flexible Date 2013/08/05 1. Typical LC school year divided into quarters (Fall quarter, Winter quarter, Spring quarter, Summer quarter). 2. Tuition Rates are quoted in NT Dollars and subject to change without notice. The exchange rate of USD to NTD is 1 to 30. Actual rate may vary. 2013/10/28 3. Speech Lab. Fee (one time fee for absolute beginners for accurate pronunciation drills at the beginning of the quarter): NT$ 958 4. All full-time students are required to take 12 hours of regular course (general course) and 3 hours of cognate course (a total of 15 hours) per week. Individual Course flexible date 20-150 hrs 1 people ------Any time

18 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 19 Lunghwa University of Science and Technology Ming Chuan University Chinese Language Center North · Taoyuan County Mandarin Studies & Culture Center of MCU North · Taipei City

Basic Info Basic Info No.300, Sec. 1, Wanshou Rd., Guishan Shiang, Taoyuan County 33306, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.250, Sec. 5, Zhongshan N. Rd., Shilin Dist., Taipei City 11103, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-2-82093211 ext.6770 Tel: +886-2-28824564 ext.2405 Email: [email protected] Fax: +886-2-86613491 Website: www.ctc.lhu.edu.tw/ctc/ Email: [email protected] Website: www.mcu.edu.tw/admin/mscc/chinese/index.htm

Student Eligibility & Age Local Attractions Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions No age limit All major tourist attractions of Taipei More than 18 years of age The student dormitories per person Around Jihe/ Taipei campus surrounding: City, New Taipei City and Taoyuan County equipped with bed, desk, chair, bookcase, Shihlin Night Market Introduction (including Taipei 101, , Palace Introduction wardrobe, air-conditioning, sanitary Around Taoyuan campus: Our Chinese Language Center has an Museum, and Shihmen Reservoir etc) In order to meet the demands of a rapidly equipment, high-speed Internet, public Taoyuan train station district experienced faculty with expertise in are within one-hour bus ride radius of globalizing Chinese Language market, recreation area fourth TV equipment. teaching Chinese as a second or foreign our school. Ming Chuan University established the Popular Courses language with the support of excellent Mandarin Studies & Culture Centre(MSCC) Location & Facilities General Courses / Intensive Program / hardware and software to facilitate Popular Courses in 2002, with its prime responsibility Location: 5-8 minutes walk from MRT Winter or Summer Study Tour teaching and learning. We offer a variety Beginning Chinese: to develop and promote Mandarin Jiantan station to our Taipei & Jihe campus of Chinese courses to meet the needs For those who are interested in but have education, cultural exchange and social Facilities : There are Mandarin classrooms, of foreign students with all sorts of never learned Chinese. activities. professional e-learning classroom, Chinese cultural activities and outdoors teaching Intermediate and Advanced Chinese: Culture classroom, and library, etc. available to help students adapt the life Scholarships For those who wish to upgrade their Student Bus ( Taipei campus—Taoyuan in Taiwan fast and blend in the linguistic General Foreign Students’ Scholarship Chinese proficiency. campus) Computer Facilities environment virtually and happily. The quota of ”Foreign Students Chinese History: Scholarship“ for Mandarin Studies and A brief introduction of China’s five Scholarships Culture Center (MSCC) of Ming Chuan thousand years of magnificent civilization. Scholarships are available for continuing University (MCU) is assigned by the students upon request. Chinese Calligraphy: Ministry of Education, Republic of China An introduction to the art of Chinese writing. (Taiwan). Number of recipients and Accommodation amount of scholarship stipend are varying Top quality air-conditioned dormitories from year to year. A recipient of ”Foreign with free Wi-Fi service are available upon Students Scholarship“ might be granted request. a maximum of NT$15,000 stipend per month for 6 months. Location & Facilities More details : http://www.mcu.edu.tw/ Located in the vicinity of the capital admin/mscc/english/scholar.htm city Taipei with convenient public transportation (bus and mass transit system); free access to the library, computer center, physical fitness center, auditorium, and gymnasium etc.

Tuition & Registration Fee Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Free for registered Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline No later than Regular Class 4 months 2013/02/25 60 hrs 20 people undergraduate or Around USD 900 2012/12/31 Fall Quarter: September graduate students One month before Winter Quarter: December General Course 3 months 180 hrs 6-10 people NTD 30,000 Around USD 1,050 the starting date No later than Spring Quarter: March Intensive Class 4 months 2013/02/25 240 hrs 1-5 people NTD 39,000 Around USD 1,300 of each quarter 2012/12/31 Summer Quarter: June

20 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 21 National Central University National Chengchi University Chinese Language Program of Language Center North · Taoyuan County Chinese Language Center North · Taipei City

Basic Info Basic Info No.300, Jhongda Rd., Jhongli City, Taoyuan County 32001, Taiwan (R.O.C) No.64, Sec. 2, Zhinan Rd., Wenshan Dist., Taipei City 11605, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-3-4227151 ext.33807, 33800 Tel: +886-2-29387141 Fax: +886-3-4255384 Fax: +886-2-29396353 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.lc.ncu.edu.tw/main/clp/index.html Website: mandarin.nccu.edu.tw/

Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses a. Above age 18. Prospective students must be at least Located in the southeast Taipei, Regular Program b. Applicant under 18 must prove the diploma The school is close to train station, 18 years of age. Applicants under 18 NCCU is nationally acclaimed for its This program provides Mandarin courses, or certificate of high school completion. Taiwan High Speed Rail, and Taoyuan must hold a high school diploma or an teaching quality, excellent facilities and free courses, and cultural workshops International Airport. equivalent education certificate. instructional aids. Our campus facilities, four terms per year, giving international Introduction It takes only 15 minutes to Taipei City the health service center , computer students the opportunity to experience a. Offers credit courses and non-credit by HSR, and 40 minutes to Taipei City by Introduction center , sports center, as well as the central Taiwan culture and use Mandarin in real course, and summer intensive course. train or bus. With more than 20 years of experience in library are all available to CLC students. life situations. b. Four categories: Basic Chinese, teaching Mandarin as a foreign language, We provide Language Labs to train students’ Mandarin Summer School (OIC, NCCU) Practical Chinese, culturally related Chinese Language Center at National Local Attractions listening and speaking. There are also many The Summer School accepts individual Chinese courses, and Miscellaneous Chengchi University provides non-credit NCCU is located in the scenic hills videos in library for Chinese learning. applicants every July to early August Chinese courses. regular and short-term Mandarin courses overlooking the vibrant city of Taipei. (6 weeks). c. Helps students develop language and for international students, and TCSL It takes 20 minutes to reach Taipei 101, Local Attractions communication skills in Chinese. training courses to cultivate potential Eslite and department stores, which is a. Guanyin beach d. Also provides 24-28 credits of training Mandarin teachers. the city center. Other attractions, such b. Dashi old street courses to receive Chinese language as Taipei Zoo, Tonghua Night Market, c. Yingge Ceramic Museum teaching qualifications. Scholarships Gongguan are also nearby. To acknowledge students with positive Popular Courses Scholarships learning attitude and excellent None Outstanding Student Scholarship: performance, CLC offers scholarship to Students who meet the eligibility will be qualified students each term. considered as outstanding students and are entitled to a 20% reduction in tuition Accommodation and to other benefits. 1. 4-person dorms for incoming students (10 beds) Accommodation 2. NCCU I-House (20 beds in total, including We offer accommodation for the students double rooms and single rooms). of Taiwan Scholarship and Huayu * Due to limited availability, the application Scholarship programs. result will depends on drawing lots. * 3. At the beginning of each fall term, we have recruit NCCU students as volunteer to assist students to find a rental place.

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size * Apply from Taiwan: Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline 2 weeks before the Spring term 2013/03/04-2013/05/24 2012/12/31 Around the commencement of middle ten days of the course 3 months or Around 150 hrs to NTD 26,000- Around USD 777- Summer term 2013/06/03-2013/08/23 180 hrs 7-10 people NTD 27,500 Around: USD 920 2013/03/31 General Course every March, June, 4-10 people * Apply from 6months 180 hrs. NTD 28,000 USD 836 Regular Class per class September and foreign countries: Fall term 2013/09/02-2013/11/22 2013/06/30 December. 1 month before the commencement of the course Winter term 2013/12/02-2014/02/01 150 hrs NTD 23,000 Around: USD 770 2013/09/30

22 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 23 National Chiao Tung University National Taipei University of Education Chinese Language Division, LTRC North · Hsinchu City Chinese Language Education Center North · Taipei City

Basic Info Basic Info No.1001, University Rd., East Dist., Hsinchu City 30010, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Rm 202, DuXing building, No.134, Sec. 2, Heping E. Rd., Da-an Dist., Taipei City 10671, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-3-5131231 Tel: +886-2-27321104 ext.82025, 83331, 83335, 82026 Fax: +886-3-5711437 Fax: +886-2-27325950 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: aadm.nctu.edu.tw/mandarin/ Website: r9.ntue.edu.tw/

Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Foreigners who hold at least a high school The center is located near Hsinchu Science- 1. Introductory Chinese I: Applicants must be over 18 years old. The Near MRT brown line diploma. wish to study Chinese and meet based Park. We provide an audio-visual self- To learn the rules of Pinyin, applicants are required to have completed Technology Building Station the requirements of the course registration learning classroom and a library with large pronunciation tips, and tones; To learn at least high school education. collection of books. Besides, we established to exchange greetings, introduce Local Attractions Introduction on-line forum and interactive learning oneself, count in Chinese, and use Introduction MONTUE, Da-An Forest Park, Guang-Guan Chinese Language Division, LTRC of web and thus extends classes to outside common measure words. Chinese Language Education Center Business District, NTNU Business District, National Chiao Tung University (NCTU) classrooms as well as beyond class hours. 2. Introductory Live Chinese I: (CLEC), a subsidiary of National Taipei Tong-Hua Night Market, Taipei 101 was founded in 2005 with an aim to To read and write with the Pinyin University of Education (NTUE), was Building, Xin-Yi Business District, Fuyang offer Mandarin courses to foreigners Local Attractions Romanization system; To learn more founded in the winter of 2006 for Eco Park and So-Go Business District. staying in Hsinchu area. Specifically 1. City God Temple: www.weiling.org.tw/ than 150 Traditional Chinese characters, teaching Chinese as a second language. We have a lovely school environment, speaking, the learner body of our Center 2. 17 KM Coastline Scenic Area: phrases and grammar structures; To be More than 3000 students from over 50 plenty of complete classroom equipment consists of NCTU international students, traffic.hccg.gov.tw/17miles/e-km-01.html familiar with the Chinese numbering countries and territories from age 6 and spacious classrooms. We are located foreign professionals from international 3. 18 Peaks Mountai: en.hccg.gov.tw/ system; to apply the content taught in to 50 have learned Mandarin Chinese close to MRT Technology Station, near companies at Hsinchu Science-based Park, class to hold simple daily conversations, language in CLEC. Gung-Guan and NTNU business district. non-Chinese English teachers and others. such as exchanging telephone numbers With 117 years of excellent history, NTUE There is media support center that are and shopping. (was founded in 1896) is one of prestige available for foreign student to study Scholarships 3. Elementary Chinese Conversation I: academic institutes in Taiwan. It plays an in, and gymnasium with sport center for Taiwan Scholarship and Huayu Enrichment To strengthen students’ listening and important role in development of primary exercising. Scholarship offered by Ministry of Foreign speaking abilities. education and teacher training programs, Affairs and Ministry of Education of Taiwan. and has been highly regarded as an Popular Courses essential figure of the educational service. Mandarin Regular Class, Mandarin Study Accommodation CLEC of NTUE help students who come Tour, Mandarin Summer Camp Off-campus housing information is from different culture and language available on the NCTU website and the backgrounds make rapid progress to bulletin boards near campus. reach the goal- learning to communicate in Chinese effectively.

Scholarships None

Accommodation Please refer to the website at http://academic.ntue.edu.tw/files/ files/11-1007-441.php

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline 2013/03/04 2012/09/17-2013/01/18 General Course (Fall) 2012/09/17-2013/01/18 36 hrs 5-15 people NTD 7,000 USD 233 2012/08/30 (18 weeks) 2013/06/03 One month 2013/02/18-2013/06/21 General Course 2.5-3 months 155 hrs 8-12 people NTD 27,000 Around USD 935 General Course (Spring) 2013/02/18-2013/06/21 36 hrs 5-15 people NTD 7,000 USD 233 2013/1/30 before class start (18 weeks) 2013/09/02 2013/07/03-2013/07/31 General Course (Summer) 2013/07/03-2013/07/31 36 hrs 5-15 people NTD 7,000 USD 233 2013/4/30 (4 weeks) 2013/12/02

24 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 25 National Taiwan Normal University National Taiwan University Mandarin Training Center North · Taipei City Language Center, Chinese Language Division North · Taipei City

Basic Info Basic Info No.162, Sec. 1, Heping E. Rd., Da-an Dist., Taipei City 10610, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.170, Sec. 2, Xin-Hai Rd., Da-an Dist., Taipei City 10633, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-2-77345130 Tel: +886-2-33663417 Fax: +886-2-23418431 Fax: +886-2-89695042 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtc.ntnu.edu.tw Website: cld.liberal.ntu.edu.tw

Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses 18+ with high school diplomas for regular MTC students are responsible for Close to CKS Memorial Hall, famous The course is open to people who possess We are located in downtown Taipei City, Regular Course: Season program, 3 hours programs; 8-18+ for short-term programs. arranging their own accommodation. night-markets, and shopping centers. high school diplomas or its equivalents or with convenient transportation system per day, from Monday to Friday and 10- MTC collects rental ads around the Taipei 101 is 30-min bus ride away. MTC to adults above 18 years old. (subway and buses) and wide-ranging and 12 weeks per season Introduction neighborhood. For hostel stay, students holds free day trips or 3-days trips (fee top-grade campus facilities, such as: multi- Private Class (One-on-one): class time and Founded in 1956, MTC is the oldest, may stay at NTNU Hall (http://www.sce. applies) for students. Introduction media library, sports center, students’ class content are tailored to students’ needs largest and the most renowned ntnu.edu.tw/eweb/) or search for hostels We offer a supportive learning lounge (equipped with computers, Studying Tour: 2-to-8-week studying tour, Popular Courses Chinese language center in Taiwan. near Guting or Taipower Building Station environment with abundant resources and internet) and classrooms equipped with arranged according to students’ needs All classes are taught in a small size on www.hostelworld.com. 1. Regular/Intensive Class: 3-month facilities on campus. Class arrangement multimedia equipments, etc. by experienced teachers, and follow language program. Class starts based on Chinese evaluation test and the modern language pedagogy and Location & Facilities in December, March, June, and classes consisting of only 4 to 6 students Local Attractions standardized curriculum. Learning goals Located in Taipei city center, MTC is September. A two-month program is guarantee our teaching quality and Taipei City is a tourist-friendly city; the and course levels are compatible with reachable by the subway (Guting Station) available from July to August. make sure each student in the class have location in downtown makes lots of international language proficiency and many buses. Classrooms are fitted 2. Express Chinese Program: Available in sufficient chances of learning. Welcome tourist spots easily accessible here: Taipei standards (CEFR and ACTFL.) with projectors. Language/computer labs, March and August, including language to the NTU! 101, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, Dr. library, wireless, and academic counseling and cultural classes. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall, National Scholarships are also available. 3. Summer Camp: For children at the age Scholarships Museum Of History, Palace Museum, Da- MTC Scholarship of 8-15. None An Forest Park, Taipei Botanical Garden, 4. Language and Culture Study Tour: Eligible Students – Gong-Guan / Shi-Da / Shi-Lin Night Customized courses. Group registration only. 1. Outstanding students from overseas Accommodation Market, etc. colleges and universities who have Students need to arrange their own studied or are currently studying accommodation outside the campus. Mandarin Chinese. (Related housing information is available 2. Current MTC students with upon request, please email to: outstanding performance in their [email protected] ) study, who proactively participates in MTC activities. Benefits-a full tuition fee waiver for up to four terms of studies.

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline 2012/12/01 One month before 2013/03/01 Regular Class 3 months 171 hrs 6-10 people NTD26,200 Approx USD 870 the starting date of 2013/06/01 each term 2013/09/01 2012/12/01 One month before 2013/03/01 Intensive Class 3 months 171 hrs 5-8 people NTD 33,400 Approx USD 110 the starting date of 2013/06/01 Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application each term Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size 2013/09/01 Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline One month before Summer Regular Class 2 months 2013/07/01 114 hrs 6-10 people NTD 17,800 Approx USD 590 the starting date of General Course 12 weeks 2012/08/27 180 hrs 4-6 people NTD 35,500 USD 1,203 2012/08/05 each term General Course 10 weeks 2012/11/26 150 hrs 4-6 people NTD 29,600 USD 1,003 2012/11/05 One month before Summer Intensive Class 2 months 2013/07/01 114 hrs 5-8 people NTD 22,600 Approx USD 950 the starting date of General Course 12 weeks 2013/02/25 180 hrs 4-6 people NTD 35,500 USD 1,203 2013/01/25 each term Two month before General Course 12 weeks 2013/05/27 180 hrs 4-6 people NTD 35,500 USD 1,203 2013/05/03 Express Chinese Program 3 weeks March and August 54 hrs 6-12 people Approx NTD 30,000 Approx USD 1,000 the starting date of each term General Course 12 weeks 2013/08/26 180 hrs 4-6 people NTD 35,500 USD 1,203 2013/08/02 2013/06 Mandarin Summer Camp 4 weeks 120 hrs 6-12 people Approx NTD 43,500 Approx USD 1,450 2013/02 2013/07 General Course 10 weeks 2013/11/25 150 hrs 4-6 people NTD 29,600 USD 1,003 2013/11/05

26 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 27 National Taiwan University Taipei Chengshih University of Science and Technology International Chinese Language Program North · Taipei City Mandarin Center North · Taipei City

Basic Info Basic Info No.170, Sec. 2, Xin-Hai Rd., Da-an Dist., Taipei City 10633, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.2, Xueyuan Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 11202, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-2-23639123 Tel: +886-2-28285888 Fax: +886-2-23626926 Fax: +886-2-23319966 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: iclp.ntu.edu.tw Website: www.ssw.tpcu.edu.tw/chinese/index.htm

Student Eligibility & Age Scholarships Local Attractions Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities 1. a degree candidate at an accredited university We offer a few kinds of assistantship to Gongguan and ShiDa Night Markets, Senior High School Graduate & Our TPCU Chinese Language Center r is 2. a university or college degree holder students who help with maintaining the Da’an Forest Park, Chiang Kai-shek 18 years up located in lively section of Taipei, flanked 3. a professional whose career requires ICLP webpage, translation and editing of Memorial Hall, Sun Yat-Sen Memorial by mountains on the side and overlooking use of Chinese class materials and other office tasks. Hall, Taipei 101, , Maokong tea farms Introduction a protected wetland bird sanctuary, TPCU Chinese Language Center is a The school have adequate facilities for Introduction Accommodation Popular Courses specialized department for foreign learning mandarin Chinese like audio-visual The International Chinese Language Student dormitory. Website: http://iclp. 1. Academic Year Program: 3 Quarters, students to learn mandarin. The Center classroom, computer classroom and library. Program (ICLP) at National Taiwan ntu.edu.tw/index.php?option=com_conte 4 hours per day (3 group classes plus 1 has strictly screened and trained qualified University is the world’s premier language nt&view=category&layout=blog&id=8&It one-on-one), Monday to Friday, 10-12 faculty personal and is equipped with Local Attractions institution for the instruction of both emid=8&lang=en weeks per quarter. the necessary hardware for the students, The famous Yangmingshan national modern and classical Chinese. Founded taking account their personal level of park nearby is treat all year round, for Room are limited and are assigned on a 2. Summer Program: 3 hours per day in 1963 as the Inter-University Program proficiency, from basic till advance class. travelers and photographers, flower and first-come first-serve basis. (2 group classes plus 1 one-on-one), for Chinese Language Studies (IUP), it Monday to Friday, 8 weeks butterfly lovers, offering countless hiking provides a year-long intensive language Location & Facilities 3. Language Courses: Modern Chinese Scholarships opportunities. training program in a Mandarin speaking Location: Central Taipei Conversation, Talks on Chinese Culture, None area which upholds much of its traditional (National Taiwan University) Thoughts and Society, Aspect of Life Popular Courses Chinese heritage and culture within in Taiwan, New Radio Plays, New Accommodation Calligraphy & Facilities: 40 classrooms, 3 Computer Rooms, the framework of a modern democratic Collected TV Plays, Contemporary Short We don't provide dormitories for the Public Speech Training Library, Lecture Hall, Student Lounge society. ICLP students hail from all corners Stories from Taiwan I & II, Media News, students, but we have all the pertinent Average student number per quarter: 100 of the world. 75% of our alumni currently ICLP News and Views, Business Topics I information to help them find suitable Average teacher number per quarter: 55 hold jobs in academia: the rest 25% are in & II, Advanced Chinese Diplomacy, The housing accommodation politics, law, and business. Independent Reader, Literary Chinese 1. Taipei international House for Student for Advanced Beginners, An Outline www.geocities/SoHo/6271/ihmain.htm of Contemporary Chinese History. A 2. YMCA - Tel: +886-2-23313201 complete course list is available at: iclp. ntu.edu.tw/index.php?option=com_con 3. Happy Family 1. Tel.: +886-2-23753443 tent&view=category&layout=blog&id= 4. Happy Family Hostel 2. Tel.: +886-2- 3&Itemid=3&lang=en 23952950 4. Additional Courses: Pronunciation Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Clinic, Diagnostic Sessions, Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Communicative Chinese, Chinese Character Writing, Creative Writing, 2012/09/03 2012/08/27 News Letter Writing and Editing, 2012/10/01 2012/09/24 Chinese Songs, Academic Seminars, Guest lectures, etc. 2012/11/05 2012/10/29 5. Cultural Courses: Calligraphy, Chinese 2012/12/03 2012/11/26 Painting, Tai-Qi, etc. 2013/01/07 2012/12/24

2013/02/04 2013/01/28 General Course 12 Weeks 180 hrs 3-6 people NTD 18,300 USD 610 2013/03/04 2013/02/25 Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline 2013/04/01 2013/03/25

Registration Fee: NTD 3,000 Registration Fee: USD 100 2013/05/06 2013/04/29 Intensive “2013 2.5 months June About 120 hrs 1-4 people 2013/03/31 Summer Program” Tuition Fee: about NTD 99,000 Tuition Fee: USD 3,300 2013/06/03 2013/05/27

Registration Fee: NTD 3,000 Registration Fee: USD 100 2013/07/01 2013/06/24 Intensive “2013-14 9 months September About 600 hrs 1-4 poeple 2013/04/30 Academic Year Program” Tuition Fee: about NTD 355,500 Tuition Fee: USD 11,850 2013/08/05 2013/07/29

28 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 29 Tamkang University Feng Chia University Chinese Language Center North · Taipei City Chinese Language Center Central · Taichung City

Basic Info Basic Info No.5, Ln. 199, Jinhua St., Da-an Dist., Taipei City 10650, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.100, Wenhua Rd., Seatwen Dist., Taichung City 40724, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-2-23216320 ext.39 Tel: +886-4-24517250 ext.5873 Fax: +886-2-23214036 Fax: +886-4-24510243 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.dce.tku.edu.tw Website: www.clc.fcu.edu.tw

Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Standard Program: See our website. Program: See our website Our office would be happy to help students Dakeng, the area that contains most Applicants should be 18 years of age and have Each term consists of 15 weeks and new find accommodation near the university. of the mountain region of Beitun completed secondary school or the equivalent Location & Facilities classes commence monthly. Instruction is Introduction Generally one month of housing will cost District,Taichung., is just outside the city. Intensive Summer Program: Taipei Campus for the Standard Program: provided all year round and classes are 1. 30 years devoted to language learning approximately NTD$ 6,000(all inclusive) Within these mountains is the Guguan Designed for participants aged 14 to 30 Address: 5, Lane.199, Jinhua Street, Taipei City arranged in 9 levels of difficulty. 2. Taichung’s mild climate year round Hot Spring, a famous recreational spot. Temporary housing is available at the Facilities: Lounge, library, health center, Intensive Summer Chinese 3. Top of the line multimedia facilities The historic town of Lugang is a must see. Alumni Hostel for NT$ 1,000 per night. Introduction and multi-media classrooms/lecture halls Language Program: 4. Prime location in Taichung with There are Sun Moon Lake and the Xitou Please contact us in advance if you want to The Chinese Language Center is Tamsui Campus for the Intensive Designed for participants aged from 14 modern and traditional attractions bamboo forest in the Central Mountain make use of these housing facilities. administered by the Division of Continuing Summer Program: to 30, this program allows participants 5. Wide range of electives and Range, just to name a few. Education, Tamkang University. We offer Address: 151 Yingzhuan Road, Tamsui to improve their Chinese and learn extracurricular activities to meet Location & Facilities the following courses: District, New Taipei City more about Chinese culture and life in everyone’s needs Popular Courses Our prime location in Taichung allows 1. Round the year Standard Chinese Program Facilities: Library, health center, multi-media Taiwan. There are 2 sessions per year; 6. Friendly and family-like atmosphere at Our program offers eight levels of Mandarin you to experience true Taiwanese culture. 2. Intensive Summer Chinese Program classrooms/lecture halls, track & field, one in spring and one in summer. The the office (1-8). We place great emphasis on the four program runs for 2, 3 or 6 weeks. Each 3. Training Courses for Mandarin Teachers gym, swimming pool, sports hall, outdoor 7. Convenient and low cost of living Right outside of the front gate is the language skills in our required classes. To week students will take 20 hours of basketball court, tennis court, skating rink, 8. World class sports complex and library famous Feng Chia Night Market. further cater your individual needs, we Chinese language classes and participate Scholarships cafeteria, art center offer numerous electives, ranging from Taiwan Scholarship and Huayu Enrichment in 8 hours of field trips around Taipei. Scholarships Taiwanese, Simplified Characters, Business (Accommodation and meals are included.) Scholarship Program offered by the Local Attractions See our website for Chinese, and Word Processing, to Chinese Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Taipei Campus for the Standard Program: more scholarship information. Literature, Chinese Philosophy, and Chinese Foreign Affairs. 1. YongKang Street district History and Culture. * NT$25,000-NT$30,000 per month for 2. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall one to five years. 3. Daan Forest Park 4. Jianguo Holiday Flower Market Tamsui Campus for the Intensive Summer Program: 1. Tamkang University Maritime Museum 2. Fisherman’s Wharf 3. Oxford College 4. 5. Tamsui Old Street 6. Tamsui River Mangrove Conservation Area 7. Bali Left Bank

Period of Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Start Date Total Hours Class Size Study Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline 2013/01/02-2013/04/26 2012/12/05 2013/02/18-2013/05/31 2013/01/05 2013/03/04-2013/06/14 2013/02/05 2013/04/08-2013/07/19 2013/03/05 Total Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Class Size 2013/05/06-2013/08/16 2013/04/05 Hours Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Standard Program 2013/06/03-2013/09/13 2013/05/05 15 weeks 225 hrs 12-17 people NTD 26,000 USD 880 Intensive One month before the (Taipei Campus) 2013/07/01-2013/10/11 2013/06/05 4 Weeks Up to request 60 hrs 10 people NTD 27,000 USD 783 2013/08/05-2013/11/15 2013/07/05 Summer Courses term begins 2013/09/02-2013/12/13 2013/08/05 2012/12/05-2013/02/28 2012/12/05 2013/10/07-2014/01/17 2013/09/05 * Overseas Applicants: 2013/11/04-2014/02/28 2013/10/05 6 weeks before the 2013/03/05-2013/05/30 2013/03/05 2013/12/02-2014/03/28 2013/11/05 Average 10 term starts General Course 165 hrs TWD 23,500 USD 783 2013/02/24-2013/03/09 people * Local Applicants: Intensive Program At least one 2013/06/05-2013/08/31 2013/06/05 2013/07/01-2013/07/21 1 week before the (Tamsui Campus) 2, 3 or 6 weeks 40-120 hrs 10-15 people NTD 28,000-62,000 USD 1,250-2,150 month before 2013/08/05-2013/08/25 term starts starting date 2013/09/05-2013/11/30 2013/09/05 2013/07/01-2013/08/11

30 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 31 National Chiayi University National Taichung University of Education Language Center Central · Chiayi City Chinese Language Center Central · Taichung City -Division of Chinese as a Second Language

Basic Info Basic Info Xinmin Campus: No.580 Xinmin Rd., Chiayi City 60054, Taiwan (R.O.C) No. 140, Mingsheng Rd., West Dist., Taichung City 40306, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-5-2732981 / +886-5-2732983 Tel: +886-4-22183283 Fax: +886-5-2732982 Fax: +886-4-22183450 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: 140.130.204.81 Website: clc.ntcu.edu.tw/index_en.php

Student Eligibility & Age Scholarships Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Foreigners who graduated from high None Local Attractions Students graduated from high school or CLC offers accommodation of both suites Located in central Taiwan and downtown school or are 16 years old or above. Chiayi is a city with a long history. You 16 years old above and shared rooms at the guest hostel of of Taichung city, the CLC at NTCU is Accommodation can find many historic sites in this city. NTCU. The fee ranges from NT$6,825- surrounded by the most convenient living Introduction We don't provide dormitories for the Chiayi is in a beautiful neighborhood. Mt. Introduction 8,925 per month, depending on the styles area with the most pleasant climate in The CSL program at NCYU is different students, but we have all the pertinent Ali is a two-hour drive away from Chiayi Chinese Language Center of NTCU is of rooms. For more details, please visit Taiwan. For access of public transportation, from a traditional classroom course model. information to help them find suitable City. The mountain train to Mt. Ali is a established in 2008 to serve adults whose the following websites: http://clc.ntcu. NTCU is near Taichung main bus and We offer you the great opportunity to housing accommodation. For rental very popular tourist attraction. National purpose is to learn Chinese within a set edu.tw/english.php?sn=37 or http://blog. train stations and the high speed rail discover the local Taiwanese people and information please refer to:www.ipig. Mt. Ali Park has breath taking views. span. The classes are customized to meet roodo.com/23052101ih train station. For its neighborhood, NTCU Taiwanese /Chinese culture during the com.tw the needs of students and are conducted is surrounded by the famous National learning process. Popular Courses in small groups with effective, proven Location & Facilities Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, National Features of the NCYU CSL program: Location & Facilities 1. Cultural Classes: Through the use of the methods, allowing students to acquire As for facilities and resources for students, Museum of Natural Science, Taichung 1. Wide range of Mandarin language 1. Location: The Division of CSL is located latest multimedia materials, students practical skills in the fields of listening, our library stocks over 710,000 items, Cultural Center, Chunghwa night market, courses and study packages on Xinmin Campus ( one of the four can not only improve their listening speaking, reading and writing. The including books, journals, electronic books Nova Computer Arcade, Elite Book Store, 2. Qualified and experienced native Campuses at NCYU) in downtown ability but also better understand teaching faculty and staff members at and journals, electronic databases, audio- department stores and etc. Taiwanese teachers Chiayi City. Chinese culture. CLC are all experienced, native-speaking visual materials, newspapers, maps, and 2. Educational Field Trips: For the foreign 3. All levels from beginner to advanced 2. Facilities: Our learning center is Chinese teachers who have obtained the microfiches. In addition, there are also Popular Courses equipped with high technology students to understand and appreciate with a placement test in advance certificate of teaching Chinese as a second physical recreation facilities, such as courts 1. 1 on 1 Tutorial Program learning facilities, including: multi- the diverse cultures in Taiwan. 4. Great emphasis on interaction in class language from the Ministry of Education and fields for tennis, table tennis, volleyball, 2. Short-Term Chinese Program media classrooms, computer systems 5. Reasonable living expenses (MOE) in Taiwan. badminton, and basketball, an outdoor 3. Quarter Program with Internet access, CD-ROM learning swimming pool, a fitness room, dancing kit, etc. All these facilities are opened Scholarships rooms, and a weight-training room. to the students free of charge. None

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline

2013/03/04-2013/05/24 2013/03/04 2013/01/01-2013/02/20

2013/06/03-2013/08/23 2013/06/03 2013/04/01-2013/05/20 Intensive Course 180 hrs 3-8 people NTD 32,400 USD 1080 2013/09/02-2013/11/22 2013/09/02 2013/06/01-2013/07/20

2013/12/02-2014/02/21 2013/12/02 2013/10/01-2013/11/20 Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size 2013/03/04-2013/05/24 2013/03/04 2013/01/01-2013/02/20 Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline 1 on 1 2013/06/03-2013/08/23 2013/06/03 2013/04/01-2013/05/20 30 hrs anytime 30 hrs 1 people NTD 13,600 Around USD 455 Regular Course 72 hrs 3-8 people NTD 14,400 USD 480 Tutorial Program 2013/09/02-2013/11/22 2013/09/02 2013/06/01-2013/07/20 Short Term first Tuesday of dual previous Friday 7-8 weeks 30 hrs 2-5 people NTD 8,600 Around USD 290 Chinese Program month before the class starts 2013/12/02-2014/02/21 2013/12/02 2013/10/01-2013/11/20 Spring term: Jan. 31st Spring term: Mar. 1st Individual Flexible Flexible Flexible 1 person Flexible Flexible As above Summer term: Apr. 30th Summer term: Jun. 1st Quarter Program 12 weeks 180 hrs 5-12 people NTD 24,000 Around USD 800 Fall term: Jul. 31st 2013/07/08-2013/07/26 2013/07/08 Fall term: Sep. 1st Winter term: Oct. 31st Summer Intensive Course 100 hrs 6-10 people NTD 20,000 USD 666 2013/05/31 Winter term: Dec. 1st 2013/08/05-2013/08/23 2013/08/05

32 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 33 Providence University Tunghai University Chinese Language Education Center Central · Taichung City Chinese Language Center Central · Taichung City

Basic Info Basic Info No.200, Sec. 7, Taiwan Boulevard, Shalu Dist., Taichung City 43301,Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.1727, Sec. 4, Taiwan Boulevard, Xitun Dist., Taichung City 40704, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-4-26645009 / +886-4-26645050 Tel: +886-4-23590259 Fax: +886-4-26330340 Fax: +886-4-23594408 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: clec.pu.edu.tw Website: clc.thu.edu.tw

Student Eligibility & Age Scholarships Location & Facilities Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions 15 years old above Scholarship offered by CLEC: CLEC is located at Shalu, the west of Above 18 years old CLC students may apply for residence The nearby scenic spots such as Feng Chia Approximately 24 students are awarded Taichung, enjoying the best weather after the Undergraduate student Night Market, Taichung Park, National Introduction scholarship every year by CLEC. The conditions on the island. CLEC aims to Introduction application period. If rooms are still Museum of Natural Science, National The Chinese Language Education Center total value is about NT$10,000 for one provide interested students with the best Tunghai University was established in available, they are then made available Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, Nan-tou (CLEC) of Providence University (PU) was term. Scholarship offered by PU: After opportunity to learn Chinese Mandarin & Taichung City. The Chinese Language to foreign students. Since there are Sunmoon Lake and Qieng-jing Farm are founded in 1996 and is one of the 36 studying Chinese Mandarin for 1 or 2 to study various aspects of Chinese culture. Centre was established in 1970, the first not many spaces available in residence, the most popular scenic spots. Mandarin Chinese language teaching years at the CLEC, students may apply such centre in central Taiwan. The CLC is many students will choose to live near institutions recognized by the Ministry of for undergraduate degree. International Local Attractions nestled within beautiful trees, flowers, campus. The CLC will provide assistance Popular Courses Education. The Center's instructors are students who have been granted Central Taiwan consists of the counties of and bird songs, making it an excellent to students looking for accommodations, Absolute beginner, intermediate/ all native Mandarin speakers and most admission to PU to study fulltime for Miaoli, Taichung, Changhua and Nantou, place for learning Chinese. and students can expect to find a suitable advanced classes, and also a Chinese of them can speak English and other degree are eligible for a scholarship and encompasses such well-known tourist living place rather quickly. Culture, Taiwanese, Calligraphy classes foreign languages. Instructors are able covering the cost of tuition. They may destinations as the Sun Moon Lake, Scholarships are provided. continue to receive a tuition scholarship to offer bilingual instruction to beginners Hsitou, Lishan Scenic Area, Lihpao Land The CLC offers the “Exceptional Scholar” award. Location & Facilities each semester, for up to 4 years if they and entirely Chinese instruction to Water Park, Chung Tai Chan Monastery, Applicants must undergo a written and Tunghai Chinese Language Center maintain an average of 75% or above. and Bagua Scenic Area, etc. Being rich in intermediate & advanced students. More oral test. Those who receive awards are Located in Language Building in Tunghai than 5800 students from 96 different forest and boasting Taichung, the biggest granted NTD20,000 to NTD60,000 in campus. The University has a post office, countries have enrolled in our CLEC since Accommodation city in central Taiwan, enjoys moderate scholarship money. bank, bookstore, restaurant, café, and its establishment. weather all year round, well-developed Foreign students can stay in PU Dormitory. infirmary. Students can use the facilities industries, a vibrant cultural scene and Rooms are for two, three or four people. such as library, swimming pool, tennis exciting night life. The fees depend on the number of persons. court, gym, computer Center etc. All the rooms are fully air-conditioned. However, students who would like to stay Popular Courses with a host family can also be arranged. CLEC offers tutorials, small group classes, Information on accommodation is available regular and intensive courses. CLEC at the CLEC office. provides short-term intensive program in the summer and winter with Chinese language and cultural classes for foreign groups from all over the world. Cultural Class: Calligraphy, Chinese Painting, Chop Carving 刻印 , Martial Art 武術 , Making Chinese Knot, Fan Making and Rice Dough Figures class are provided to all CLEC students.

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline

General Course 2013/09/01-2013/11/19 2013/09/01 165 hrs 5-9 people NTD 21,200 USD 735 2013/08/05

General Course 2013/12/01-2014/02/22 2013/12/01 165 hrs 5-9 people NTD 21,200 USD 735 2013/11/05 Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline General Course 2014/03/01-2014/05/22 2014/03/01 165 hrs 5-9 people NTD 21,200 USD 735 2014/02/05 5-7 people NTD 36,000 Around USD 1,200 16 weeks 2013/02/25-2013/06/14 240 hr 2012/12/31 8-10 people NTD 32,000 Around USD 1,067 General Course 2014/06/01-2014/08/20 2014/06/01 165 hrs 5-9 people NTD 21,200 USD 735 2014/05/05 Regular Class (Introductory / 5-7 people NTD 18,000 Around USD 600 8 weeks 2013/07/08-2013/08/30 120 hr 2013/05/31 Intensive Summer Courses 2014/07/01-2014/08/18 2014/07/01 105 hrs 5-9 people NTD 13,700 USD 473 2014/04/05 Intermediate / 8-10 people NTD 16,000 Around USD 533 Advanced Chinese) 5-7 people NTD 36,000 Around USD 1,200 Young Learner Courses 2014/07/01-2014/08/12 2014/07/01 110 hrs 6-10 people NTD 22,200 USD 766 2014/05/15 16 weeks 2013/09/23-2014/01/10 240 hr 2013/07/31 8-10 people NTD 32,000 Around USD 1,067 Chinese Painting,Calligraphy, 2013/09/01-2013/11/30 2013/09/01 16 hrs 10-20 people NTD 3,200 USD 110 2013/09/15 Rice Dough Figure Short-Term Program 2-4 weeks According to groups’ schedules Depends on courses

34 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 35 I-Shou University Kao Yuan University Language Center South · Kaohsiung City Chinese Language Center South · Kaohsiung City

Basic Info Basic Info No.1, Sec.1, Syuecheng Rd., Dashu Dist., Kaohsiung City 84001, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Administration Building Room105, No.1821, Chung-Shan Rd., Lu-Chu Dist., Kaohsiung City 82152, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-7-6577711 ext.2601, 2603, 2604 Tel: +886-7-6077777 ext.1904 / +886-7-6077916 Fax: +886-7-6577472 Fax: +886-7-6077917 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.isu.edu.tw/clc Website: www.oia.kyu.edu.tw/clc/

Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Above 16 years of age. ISU is located at the north-east side, the 1. Session Courses: 18 years old Chinese learners applying from abroad 1. Kaohsiung Science Park. suburb area, of Kaohsiung City. CLC has 180 hours in total. Classes will be are eligible to apply for on-campus 2. Ciao Tou Sugar Factory Introduction the high quality teaching facilities such divided according to students’ Chinese Introduction dormitory. There are 3 dormitories 3. Ben Zhou Industry District To meet the increasing demand of Chinese as electronic lecterns, group discussion proficiency level. a. KYU Chinese Language Center founded available. The rent is about NTD. 18,000 4. Lu Zhu Train Station/ Gang Shan language learning all over the world, rooms and the wireless internet access 2. Chinese Camp: in 2010 provide Chinese language along with NT$1,000 damage deposit Train Station the Chinese Language Center offers a across the entire campus. 2-8 weeks customized courses. Intensive program and Chinese Culture courses. upon registration for each student per wide range courses to assist international Chinese learning focuses on daily-life b. We provide (1)Chinese Language semester. The deposit will be refunded Popular Courses students to improve their Chinese. Local Attractions application and communication. The Course, (2) Chinese Culture Course. when students check out of the dormitory. 1. Calligraphy Reasons to Choose ISU: 1. Guanyin Mountain, where I-Shou framework of course will depend on c. Activities: * Sightseeing Tour The rent for apartments out campus 2. Chinese Reading (Picture books) 1. Quality programs University is located, has scenic views students’ needs. * Talent show, Contest * International will be varied. For information for the 3. Chinese Conversation 2. Small classes and lush landscape. 3. Tutorial Course: Gourmet Festival apartments out-campus, please contact 4. Understanding Chinese Culture 3. Friendly and experienced staffs 2. E-Da shopping mall, the biggest It is arranged based on students’ the center office. 4. Favorable environment shopping mall in Taiwan, combines background and their specific demands. Scholarships 5. Pathway to I-Shou University shopping, leisure, entertainment, Scholarship for the full-time International Location & Facilities culture, and food experiences. students are offered for the qualified Kao Yuan University is located in Lu Zhu Scholarships 3. The first Aegean E-DA theme park is students whose final score is above 70. District, Kaohsiung City, across from None based on three major sections such as Kaohsiung Science Park. There are 248 Greek temple, Aegean Sea village and books related to Han-yu and Hua-yu in Accommodation Trojan castle.( www.edaworld.com.tw) our school library. We have a user-friendly Students live in 2-4 person bedrooms. library, telecommunication classroom, The dorm has a common room, laundry on-campus restaurants, 7-11 convenience room, reading room and recreation store, etc. facilities. Each room is equipped with academic network access, air-conditioner and other conveniences.

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline

March-May March 180 hrs / 15 hrs a week NTD 33,000 USD 1,000 February

June-August June 180 hrs / 15 hrs a week NTD 33,000 USD 1,000 May Session Course Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application 6-10 people Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size September-December September 180 hrs/ 15 hrs a week NTD 33,000 USD 1,000 August Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline

December-March March 540 hrs / 15 hrs a week NTD 92,400 USD 2,800 February General Course (Fall) 3 months 2013/09/01-2013/11/30 180 hrs 8-10 people NTD 30,000 Around USD 1,000 Rolling

2 weeks NTD 26,400 USD 800 General Course (Winter) 3 months 2013/12/01-2013/02/28 180 hrs 8-10 people NTD 30,000 Around USD 1,000 Rolling

3 weeks NTD 33,000 USD 1,000 General Course (Spring) 3 months 2013/03/01-2013/05/31 180 hrs 8-10 people NTD 30,000 Around USD 1,000 Rolling Chinese Camp Anytime 10-20 people Anytime 4 weeks NTD 39,600 USD 1,200 General Course (Summer) 3 months 2013/06/01-2013/08/31 180 hrs 8-10 people NTD 30,000 Around USD 1,000 Rolling Intensive Courses During Winter break/ (It depends on the duration 4-6 Weeks 80-180 hrs 10-25 people Around USD 1,000 Rolling 6 weeks NTD 49,500 USD 1,500 (Chinese Camp) Summer vacation and course design)

36 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 37 Kun Shan University National Cheng Kung University Chinese Language Center South · Tainan City College of Liberal Arts Chinese Language Center South · Tainan City

Basic Info Basic Info 10F, Teaching & Research Building, No.949, Dawan Rd., Yongkang Dist., Tainan City 71003, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.1, University Rd., East Dist., Tainan City 70101, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-6-2727175 ext.560 Tel: +886-6-2740715 / +886-6-2757575 ext.52040 Fax: +886-6-2050006 Fax: +886-6-2742516 Email: [email protected]; [email protected] Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.vcd.ksu.edu.tw/clook/News.html Website: kclc.ncku.edu.tw

Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Over 7 Years Old With A Foreign Passport 1. We provide a free , comfortable A. General Courses: Open to all applicants over 18 years of age Accommodation in the NCKU dormitory Tainan has played a major role in Taiwan’s dormitory to all foreigner students. 1. Entrance (1-3) is available in summer vacation. history ever since the first Han migration. Introduction 2. Free Housing Agencies: http:// 2. Beginner (4-6) Introduction On-Campus rooms for 2-3 people cost It served as the capital until 1885, and is 1. KSU-CLC is a qualified and professional www.6mama.com.tw/root/index_ 2. Learner (7-9) Established in 1982, NCKU Chinese about NTD 750 per week. If students peppered with famous sites like Chihkan organization of TCSL that was en.php 3. Superior (10-12) Language Center accepts about 1,000 need the assistance in booking hotel Towers (1653), Matsu Temple (1684), 3. Free Housing Website: http://tour. 4. Master (13-15) designated by the Taiwan government. foreign students every year, and is or similar accommodation near the Kaoxinga Shrine (1674), Confucius Temple tainan.gov.tw/travel.aspx?sys=hospice 2. KSU-CLC is the Mandarin Certificate B. Advanced Courses: rated among the top four language campus, they should contact the CLC (1665) and Anping Fort (1624). Test site that are designated by the 1. Newspaper & Broadcast News Chinese(1-6) centers in Taiwan. We offer courses in staff before arriving. Single rooms near Taiwan Government. Location & Facilities 2. Business Chinese(1-6) Mandarin at every level from Beginner the campus can be rented for about NTD Popular Courses 3. KSU-CLC provides a serene and 1. KSU is located in Tainan City on a 3. Traveling Chinese(1-6) through Advanced in either “Small 4,500 per month. Off-Campus Dormitory 1. Cultural: Chinese Painting, Calligraphy, inspirational environment for language beautiful, well equipped and spacious 4. Taiwanese Local Language(1-6) Accommodation: and research. campus, a combination of ancient Group” (6-10) or “Individual” classes. Taichi, Reflexology, Cuisine. C. Chinese Cultural Courses: In addition, we offer elective cultural Nundu Studio: http://nckh.ezdn.cc/, 2. Language: Conversation, Chinese Puns, 4. KSU-CLC not only provide Chinese Chinese and modern structures. 1. Calligraphy(1-6) classes including Chinese Painting, http://www.nandu.com.tw/ Listening and Speaking Training, Chinese language programs for foreigners and 2. KSU Location: 10 minutes to Railway 2. Dance(1-6) Calligraphy, Chinese Opera, Cuisine and Free Housing Agencies: http://www. Songs, Movie Dialogue, Business Chinese, locals, but also design special programs Station; 15 minutes to HSR ( High Speed 3. Cuisine(1-6) Culture. We frequently organize special 6mama.com.tw/root/index_en.php Daily Taiwanese, TOCFL Test Training. to meet the needs of learners with Railway Station) ; City Bus No.2 about 4. Kung Fu(1-6) advanced Chinese proficiency. 10 minutes. 5. Art (1-6) courses for study tours. All of our 22 full- 5. KSU established a Mandarin on-line time teachers have passed the Ministry Location & Facilities learning platform for learning in many Local Attractions of Education Proficiency for Teaching The CLC is located in Tainan City and countries. KSU is in the central of Tainan City. Chinese as a Second Language. is fully equipped with audio-visual and 6. CLC provides 1-2 free Chinese tutors There are a great number of famous computer facilities, with additional for each foreign student for learning scenic spots nearby KSU, such as An- Scholarships facilities for students to engage in self- Chinese after class. guided learning or practice: language Ping Port(1624), Chi-Kan Tower(1653), The six-month General Scholarship is Confucius Temple(1665), The Official laboratory, auditorium, mini-theatre, A/V available to four applicants. There are Scholarships War God Temple(1674) and The Great classroom, and calligraphy classroom. two a year from January to June and July KSU-CLC dedicated to help foreigner Matsu Temple(1684) and Yenshui students apply for the following Township etc. to December. scholarships: 1. Taiwan Scholarship 2. Hanyu Enrichment Scholarship Program 3. ICDF Scholarship 4. KSU Founder Scholarship 5. KSU Board Chairman Scholarship

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline

1st Semester 2013/03/04-2013/05/24 2013/11/01

2nd Semester 2013/06/10-2013/08/23 2013/02/01 165 hrs 5-10 people NTD 24,750 USD 825 rd 3 Semester 2013/09/09-2013/11/22 2013/05/01 Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline 4th Semester 2013/12/09-2014/02/21 2013/08/01 2012/12/24-2013/03/08 150 hrs 6-10 people NTD 28,300 USD 943 2012/11/15 Summer Session 2013/07/01-2013/08/31 30-360 hrs Not Limited NTD 24,750 USD 825 2013/03/01 2013/03/25-2013/06/14 165 hrs 6-10 people NTD 31,100 USD 1,037 2013/01/30 Mandarin Phonetic Symbols 2013/03/04-2013/05/24 6 hrs Not Limited Free Free 2013/03/04 General Course 10 -11 weeks 2013/07/01-2013/09/06 150 hrs 6-10 people NTD 28,300 USD 943 2013/05/15 Mandarin Certificate Class Once each semester 18 hrs Not Limited Free Free Before the School Year 2013/09/23-2013/12/06 165 hrs 6-10 people NTD 31,100 USD 1,037 2013/07/30 Chinese Culture Activities Chinese Festivals Depends Not Limited Free Free Before Each Chinese Festivals 2013/07/01-2013/07/26 Summer Intensive Courses 4 weeks 80 hrs 6-10 people NTD 15,700 USD 523 2013/05/15 1. Former students and paying two semesters in advance are eligible for a 10% discount. 2013/08/05-2013/08/30 2. KSU Internal Exchange students are eligible for a 15% discount. 3. Students who recommend a new full-time student shall receive a Chinese TOEFL simulated Test & CD. Customized Study Tour 1-8 weeks Class duration, tuition fee and application dates, for study tours are determined according to the request.

38 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 39 National Kaohsiung Normal University National Pingtung University of Education Center of Language and Culture Teaching South · Kaohsiung City Language Center South · Pingtung County

Basic Info Basic Info No.116, Heping 1st Rd., Lingya Dist., Kaohsiung City 80201, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.4-18, MinSheng Rd., Pingtung City, Pingtung County 90003, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-7-7172930 ext.2603 Tel: +886-8-7226141 ext.24001, 24002 Fax: +886-7-7166903 Fax: +886-8-7226409 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.nknu.edu.tw/~clct Website: lcc.npue.edu.tw/front/bin/home.phtml

Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Welcome friends from abroad Student Dormitory Chiang Kai-shek Culture Center, President All Available The school provides 753 rooms in 8 Pingtung boasts marvelous scenery, 1. On-campus housing: http://www.nknu. Department Store, the Arts Boulevard, dormitory buildings on two different majestic mountains and beautiful beaches, Introduction edu.tw/~student/live/dorm/A0.html the Wufu Walk and Tower Park . A Introduction campuses. More than 200 rooms have air- to which many tourists flock each year. Mandarin classes at Center of Language 2. Off-campus housing: http://staffairs. number of restaurants and cafes nearby. Under the Language Center of National conditioning and Internet connection. The Kenting area, at the southern tip and Culture Teaching, National Kaohsiung nknu.edu.tw/info/music/ Pingtung University of Education (NPUE), On each floor one student lounge is of the island, offers a great variety of Normal University (NKNU), are open to Popular Courses the Chinese Language Division (CLD) runs designated for chatting and amusement. water sports or leisurely swimming and persons who possess at least a high Location & Facilities The Mandarin Classes. Mandarin Chinese programs for overseas Coin operated washing machines, dryers, sunbathing. Another must-see item on school diploma or its equivalent. Location: Near the Chiang Kai-shek Culture Mandarin Summer Camp. students and alien residents in Taiwan and public phones are installed on some the traveler’s agenda is Kenting’s world- Applicants should have a good academic Center and accessible by MRT and bus. all year round. All courses are designed floors. Other facilities include restaurants, level museum of marine biology. record and exhibit a sincere interest in Facilities: Air-conditioned classrooms, by specialists, ensuring a high quality a coffee shop, a barber shop, and a learning Chinese. multimedia classroom, study hall, and a learning experience. CLD has experienced bookstore. Popular Courses library with a large collection of books. Chinese teachers, supportive and caring Special Arrangement Scholarships Standard items such as DVD player, notebook, staff members, and an enjoyable, Location & Facilities None internet access, projector and screen can comfortable learning environment. Our school is in Pingtung City, near the be found installed in each classroom. railway station. The distance from the Scholarships station to school is about 2.5 kilometers. None. Transportation is very convenient. Regular and frequent bus services are available between school and the bus station. Most students ride motorcycles and bicycles to school.

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline

Full-time

Special Arrangement 3 months Any time 150 hrs 1-4 people NTD 30,000-45,000 Around USD 1,000-1,500 Any time Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Special Arrangement 2 months Any time 120 hrs 1-4 people NTD 24,000-36,000 Around USD 800-1,200 Any time

2013/02/25 2013/02/01 Small Class 3 months Any time 150 hrs 5-10 people NTD 18,000 Around USD 600 Any time

2013/05/27 2013/05/01 Small Class 2 months Any time 120 hrs 5-10 people NTD 14,400 Around USD 480 Any time General Course 3 months 180 hrs 10-16 people NTD 27,500 USD 941 2013/08/26 2013/08/01 Part-time

2013/11/25 2013/11/01 Special Arrangement At least 24 hours Any time At least 24 hours 1-4 people NTD 200-300 per hour Around USD 7-10 per hour Any time Two weeks Others: Individual Classes 4-8 weeks Anytime 20 hrs 1 person NTD 10,500 USD 360 before the class Small Class At least 24 hours Any time At least 24 hours 5-10 people NTD 120 per hour Around USD 4 per hour Any time

40 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 41 National Pingtung University of Science and Technology National Sun Yat-sen University Chinese Language Center South · Pingtung County Chinese Language Center South · Kaohsiung City

Basic Info Basic Info No.1, Shuefu Rd., Neipu Township, Pingtung County 91201, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.70, Lianhai Rd., Gushan Dist., Kaohsiung City 80424, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-8-7703202 ext.7715 Tel: +886-7-5252000 ext.3030, 3031 Fax: +886-8-7740208 Fax: +886-7-5253039 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.npust.edu.tw Website: www2.nsysu.edu.tw/CLC

Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Popular Courses High school diploma Foreign students will be accommodated Popular courses: Chinese grammar, Any native or foreigners with at least On-campus: 1. Integrated course: Beginner, Basic, 18 years old in the school dormitory – Dezhai (for all Reading and Writing, Chinese Characters, high school diploma and asincere interest 2-persons room: About NTD 15,000 Intermediate, Advanced and Expert Level. of the International students). There is Chinese listening training and Chinese in learning Mandarin are welcome to per semester. 2. Improvement course: Conversation Level Introduction a Kitchen available for foreign students speaking training. Also, we organize classes at the CLC. 4-persons room: About NTD 8,500 I-III, Basic-Advanced Reading course. a. The course emphasizes the four main who prefer to prepare their own food the out-door events and cultural tours per semester. 3. Special course: Taiwanese, News Reading, skills of language (reading, writing, and a prayer room for followers of Islam. for students to come into contact with Introduction Business Conversation, Special topics of listening and speaking) and focuses different Chinese culture. Founded in 1997, the Chinese Language Location & Facilities Chinese Society and Culture, Listening on practical and makes flexible use of Location & Facilities Center is a government recognized center The CLC is located on the 3rd floor of and Speaking Training. Mandarin in the daily life. Location: Neipu Township in Pingtung for teaching Chinese as a foreign language College of Liberal Arts Building. It has 4. Free course: Learning Mandarin b. Classes are offered on a yearly basis, In addition to classrooms and standard at National Sun Yat-sen University in modern, air-conditioned classrooms. Phonetic Symbols, The origin of Chinese but you can also choose semester-long audio-visual equipment, the library and Kaohsiung city. The CLC aims to cultivate Within a short walk are the gymnasium, Characters, Learning Chinese by Cooking. courses. Chinese Language Center also have plenty students' Chinese comprehension the Siziwan Beach Recreation Center, and c. Courses are taught by assistant professors. of resources for self-study. abilities of listening, speaking, reading, a restaurant. The University provides a d. The class sizes are small. and writing. All classes at the CLC are variety of athletic facilities. Local Attractions conducted in the target language. Scholarships Hakka Culture Park, Qingdao Beer Factory, Local Attractions The Ministry of Education and the Fengtian and Yangjiyuan Old Streets, Scholarships There is Siziwan Bay where people Ministry of Foreign Affair award Chinese Liudui Tianhou Temple…and so on. CLC Scholarship: NTD 9,000 for 3 months can watch the sunset, Former British language study scholarships to qualified Consulate at Takou where you can drink applicants. The scholarships are worth tea and coffee, The True Love Harbor, 25,000 NTD per month. , River Bank Coffee Shops, Pier 2 and Urban Spotlight.

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size General Course 3 months 2013/03-2013/05 165 hrs 4-10 people NTD 27,200 around USD 907 2012/11/30 Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline September -January 15th August General Course 3 months 2013/06-2013/08 165 hrs 4-10 people NTD 27,200 around USD 907 2013/02/28 General Course 5 months 270 hrs 5-10 people NTD 24,000 USD 800 February-June 15th January

th General Course 3 months 2013/09-2013/11 165 hrs 4-10 people NTD 29,700 around USD 990 2013/05/31 March-May 15 February Regular Terms 12 weeks June-August 180 hrs 5-10 people NTD 21,600 USD 720 15th May September-November 15th August General Course 3 months 2013/12-2014/02 165 hrs 4-10 people NTD 29,700 around USD 990 2013/08/31

Regular Terms 10 weeks December-February 150 hrs 10-15 people NTD 18,000 USD 600 15th November Intensive Summer Courses 4-8 weeks 2013/07-2013/08 150 hrs 4-10 people NTD 27,000 around USD 900 2013/03/31

42 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 43 National University of Kaohsiung Southern Taiwan Universityof Science and Technology Language Center South · Kaohsiung City Chinese Language Center South · Tainan City

Basic Info Basic Info No.700, Kaohsiung University Rd., Nanzih Dist., Kaohsiung City 81148, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.1, Nantai St., Yongkang Dist., Tainan City 71005, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-7-5919257 / +886-7-5919259 Tel: +886-6-2533131 ext.6010 Fax: +886-7-5919258 Fax: +886-6-3010040 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www2.nuk.edu.tw/clc/lc/index.htm Website: clc.stust.edu.tw./en

Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Popular Courses Student Eligibility & Age Accommodation Local Attractions Age 18-60 The university-managing housing is on 1. Elementary Chinese: basic sentence above 15 years old STUST has dormitory which is provided Night Market: One of the popular places campus. A typical room is curtained and structure and grammar, basic to students both local student and in Taiwan. There are many various sizes of Introduction furnished with a bed, wardrobe, shelves, pronunciation, and basic conversation. Introduction foreigner student. Two type of dormitory night market around Tainan City. There The Center offers two programs that a desk and chair. Bathroom facilities 2. Intermediate Chinese: daily The Chinese Language Center (CLC) at is available for selection; 4 people living are tons of food stalls, game booths and aim to meet the various language needs are normally shared. All bedrooms conversation training, short essay Southern Taiwan University of Science and 2 people living. Every each room traditional Taiwanese food. has privacy bathroom/toilet and also of individuals. While presenting foreign are connected to the main University reading and writing. and Technology was established for Beimen Road: It is considered to be air-conditioner. Other facilities such as students with natural conversational computer network, so anyone with a PC 3. Advanced Chinese: advanced level international students and foreigners who the "downtown" of Tainan. The place visit Taiwan to help them to learn the Laundry room, kitchen, and parking lot language, idiomatic expressions, and can access the Internet. reading and writing. that can find various fashion stores and Chinese language. A variety of classes are are also provided. communicative skills, the Center also 4. Media Chinese: Articles and material electronic shops which are popular place offered which depend on the student's to visit for local / foreign students. aims to develop their understanding Location & Facilities selected from newspapers, TV, needs. Currently, we are offering Location & Facilities of cultures and societies of Chinese- Chinese Language Center is located magazines, and radio stations are used beginner, basic and intermediate level STUST is located near by train station Popular Courses speaking countries, especially Taiwan. within the College of Engineering. The to enhance the listening, reading, classes to assist learners in developing the which spends only 2 minuses by walking. Some foreign students like to choose Classes are small, and participants have Center provides advanced audio-visual speaking, and writing abilities. four essential language skills and getting The school is surrounded by many Business Chinese courses which aims to an opportunity to interact with one equipment and online learning resources 5. Business Chinese: Business letters knowledge about Taiwanese culture. restaurants and convenient stores, enhance students' ability to communicate another as they learn the language and for use by teachers and students to and practical Chinese conversation moreover dormitory has comfortable with others in Business occasions. Another the culture. support the educational processes. are included. Computing and Writing Scholarships canteen which serves since breakfast time hot course is designed to help students in Chinese classes are provided to If you do not apply for any scholarship, till dinner time. Inside the school also to pass TOCFL test. Besides, students not Scholarships Local Attractions learn Chinese editing and computer you can apply for our school’s scholarship. can find Starbuck coffee, bookstore and only can learn Chinese but also experience Seven-Eleven. And also comfortable Gym None NUK is located at the north end of operations, Chinese writing using New Student Scholarship Taiwan’s unique culture from our courses. which has services for students. Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan's largest city. Word, Excel. As a new student at our CLC, with this There are several local attractions around 6. Basic Chinese Writing: Basic essay scholarship if you successfully enroll for such as Metropolitan Park, Lotus Pond, structure and paragraphs are included. one semester (18 weeks) of classes and Kaohsiung Arena, department stores, and plan to study Chinese for two semesters Cheng Ching Lake, etc. at STUST, you can have 10,000 NTD reimbursed after successfully enrolling. Academic Excellence Scholarship Students who have finished at least 2 terms in the top 20% of their class may apply for this scholarship. If awarded, this scholarship entitles the qualified student to be reimbursed 10,000 NTD after successfully enrolling.

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Regular class A 2013/02/15 2013/01/31 Spring Session 2013 2013/03/04-2013/05/15 2013/03/04 150 hrs 5-10 people NTD 28,500 Around USD 950 2013/01/01 18 weeks 270 hrs 5-8 people NTD 43,200 Around USD 1,440 Regular class B 2013/09/15 2013/08/30 Summer Session 2013 2013/05/20-2013/07/29 2013/05/20 150 hrs 5-10 people NTD 28,500 Around USD 950 2013/04/01 Summer course 8 weeks 2013/07/01 120 hrs 5-10 people NTD 19,200 Around USD 640 2013/05/31 Summer Vacation Session 2013 2013/06/24-2013/08/30 2013/06/24 150 hrs 5-10 people NTD 28,500 Around USD 950 2013/05/01 2013/02/15 2013/01/31 Depends on Depends on Depends on Elective course 18 weeks and 5-10 people and learners’ needs the courses the courses Autumn Session 2013 2013/10/01-2013/12/11 2013/10/01 150 hrs 5-10 people NTD 28,500 Around USD 950 2013/08/01 2013/09/15 2013/05/31

44 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 45 Taiwan Shoufu University Wenzao Ursuline College of Languages Chinese Language Center South · Tainan City Center of Chinese Language South · Kaohsiung City

Basic Info Basic Info No.168, Nanshi Li, Madou Dist., Tainan City 72153, Taiwan (R.O.C.) No.900, Mintsu 1st Rd., Sanmin Dist., Kaohsiung City 80793, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Tel: +886-6-5718888 ext.115 Tel: +886-7-3426031 ext.3302, 3303, 3306 Fax: +886-6-5717613 Fax: +886-7-3464672 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.tsu.edu.tw/a/webs/index.php?account=Clearn Website: c041.wtuc.edu.tw/front/bin/home.phtml

Student Eligibility & Age Scholarships Local Attractions Student Eligibility & Age Scholarships Local Attractions 18 years old and high school graduated. None 1. Qigu Wetlands. 1. Foreigners who are senior high school The CCL scholarship: NT$3000~5000 for The Kaohsiung Arena, Lotus Lake, Heart 2. Qigu lagoon. students, or over 16 years old. one term of Love River, the National Sports Park, Introduction Accommodation 3. Taijiang National Park. 2. Foreigners who are junior high school a. Students have registered and studied in the Confucian Temple, night markets and Taiwan Shoufu University actively works 1. Student Dormitory, including the 4. Tsung-Yeh arts and culture center. students can only attend special courses the Center of Chinese Language for at department stores are all near the school. with top universities overseas including furniture, refrigerators, air condition offered during summer and winter vacations. least two consecutive terms. ones in the United States, Japan, Australia and laundry. Popular Courses b. Students must obtain a grade no lower Popular Courses and China to set up exchange programs. 2. One semester costs NTD 12,000. Short-term (Culture Camp), including Introduction than 80, and be absent from the classes 1. Culture courses: Calligraphy, Chinese Besides current exchange programs, 3. Electronic Fee will be more expensive Chinese lessons and sightseeings of Tainan. The Center of Chinese Language at less than 15% of the total hours per term. Knotting, Chinese Chess, Taichi, there are seminars regularly and various during the summer time (June-September). Wenzao was established in September c. Students must take at least 10-hour Chinese Movies studying aboard programs. Because of 2002 to improve inter-cultural classes per week. 2. Language courses: Pronunciation, the popularity of learning Chinese, many Location & Facilities communication between Chinese and d. Students who do not receive any other Writing with Idioms, Newspaper colleges aboard are interested in Chinese 1. Taiwan Shoufu University is located in other cultures. We offer Chinese language scholarships from the ROC government. Reading, Typing, Listening and learning programs, including, short term Tainan City’s Madou District. courses at various levels from Beginner Comprehension, Taiwanese Dialect, (Before you apply, make sure to check our and long term Chinese courses and the 2. The campus facilities include a through Advanced as well as elective Business Conversation website for updated information.) Chinese teacher training programs. With cafeteria, a convenience store, an culture courses such as Calligraphy, 3. Free tutoring sessions and lectures the first class Chinese Language Center, Chinese Knotting, Chinese Chess, and indoor gymnasium, outdoor athletic Accommodation we are able to set up entire curriculum, facilities, an outdoor café, a night time Taichi, etc. Also available are short-term Accommodation in the student dormitory provide effective academic resources library, and a bookstore. courses designed for junior high, senior is currently unavailable. Upon request, and connect with foreign universities. high school and college students during we will assist newly arrived students with Chinese Lauguage Center is approved the summer/winter vacations and special their lodging arrangements. by the Ministry of Education as one of courses for certain groups of students. the official Chinese learning Institute in A distinctive feature of our Center is the Location & Facilities Taiwan. It can be found on the website of free one-on-one tutoring class for all the Wenzao is located in the beautiful harbor Ministry of Education and the information registered foreign students, provided by city of Kaohsiung, near the High-Speed Rail is available to prospective students. students from the Department of Applied station Zuoying. The school has a library Chinese in cooperation with the Center of and an audio-visual center with multi- Chinese Language. language collections available to all the students. The Center of Chinese Languages has digitalized classrooms and a language lab with self-guided learning materials. Wireless service is available on campus.

Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline

Regular Class 14 weeks 2013/02/18 210 hrs 5-10 people NTD 35,250 Around USD 1,175 2013/02/08

Regular Class 11 weeks 2013/06/10 165 hrs 5-10 people NTD 27,825 Around USD 928 2013/05/31 Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline Regular Class 11 weeks 2013/09 165 hrs 5-10 people NTD 27,825 Around USD 928 2013/09/02

Regular Class 3 months 2013/04/01 180 hrs 6-10 people NTD 27,000 Around USD 900 2013/03/01 Regular Class 11 weeks 2013/12 165 hrs 5-10 people NTD 27,825 Around USD 928 2013/12/02

One month before the Culture courses Intensive Class 8 weeks 2013/07/01 160 hrs 6-10 people NTD 24,000 Around USD 800 The same as the The same as the starting date of each term (Calligraphy, Chinese 14 or 11 weeks 28 or 22 hrs 5-15 people NTD 165 / hour USD 5.5 / hour Regular Class Regular Class knot, etc.) Short term Class 2-3 weeks 2013/04/01 30-45 hrs 6-10 people NTD 5,000 Around USD 170 8-15 people Intensive Summer / During summer / NTD 16,500-NTD 43,200 USD 550-USD 1,440 Before summer / One month before the 3-6 weeks 57 or 150 hrs (the same Individual instruction 3 months 2013/02/01 300 hrs NTD 600 / hour Around USD 20 / hour Winter Courses winter vacation winter vacation starting date of each term Chinese level)

46 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan 47 Tzu Chi University Center for Language Studies East · Hualien County International Students

Basic Info No.67, Jieren St., Hualien City, Hualien County 97074, Taiwan (R.O.C.) in Taiwan Tel: +886-3-8572677 ext.1681-1683 Fax: +886-3-8466065 Email: [email protected] Website: www.language.tcu.edu.tw ͙ Talk about Taiwan Student Eligibility & Age Location & Facilities I had a great time in Taiwan last 15-65 CLS is located on the 2nd floor of teaching Popular Courses 3 months! Actually I used to study 2D building at the campus of Humanities 1. CLS offers quarterly classes to develop Chinese at Asia Paris Away which 6KLQ Introduction and Social Sciences College, which is student’s ability in traditional Chinese is a language school in Shanghai. The Center for Language Studies (CLS) surrounded by beautiful mountains in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Most people always choose China of Tzu Chi University was founded based Hualien with library, computer center, CLS promotes understanding of Chinese to learn Chinese but I think it is on the spirit of the school's founder, and sports facilities. culture, and exposes students to the

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5DIDHO5RVD Language Center Language Instruction Center, Fo Guang University Course Type My thoughts General Course ͚ about Taiwan I lived in Taiwan for a full year and was the greatest experience I ever had, because I met so many people from different countries and we could all share what our countries are about. The Taiwanese people where the Tuition & Registration Tuition & Registration Application Course Type Period of Study Start Date Total Hours Class Size most friendly and respectful that I have known till now, and I loved the Fee (NTD) Fee (USD) Deadline way they like to share their culture, I admire Taiwanese people for their General Course 12 weeks 2013/02/25 180 hrs 3-5 people NTD 36,500 USD 1,217 2013/01/31 hard working spirit and dedication to whatever they do for living. I was General Course 12 weeks 2013/05/27 180 hrs 3-5 people NTD 36,500 USD 1,217 2013/04/30 fascinated for the cultural activities and festivities that they have all year long, but most important fact is that they will welcome us foreigners to General Course 11 weeks 2013/09/02 165 hrs 3-5 people NTD 33,500 USD 1,117 2013/07/31 participate and to learn about them. Thanks to Taiwan I have learned General Course 11 weeks 2013/12/02 165 hrs 3-5 people NTD 33,500 USD 1,117 2013/11/30 lots of things about respect, love and pride about my culture, and the importance about discipline applied in the daily routine, things that I’ll be working to apply in my life, work and to my own country.

48 Chinese Learning Centers in Taiwan International Students in Taiwan ͜͡ 3 Ilha Formosa Miyajima Eight months ago I came here knowing very little about Taiwan Iva Hristova and with no idea of what to expect. Tomoka After a month I could easily say I Kovacheva 5 My Life in Pingtung love living here. I attend a great CLC at the beautiful THU campus and I am Japanese and stay in Taiwan for often visit the local night markets. six months. I now live in Pingtung In and out of school, I’ve met many and study Mandarin at NPUE. I was kind, helpful and sincerely friendly shocked that the summer here is so Japan people. Some are very shy and long and the weather is always in don’t have the courage to approach USA high temperature. But, I am used Language Center a foreigner like me, but they still try to it gradually. I am interested in Mandarin studies, Language Center, to chat or ask if I need help, inviting Language Center Taiwanese food dietary culture, National Pingtung University of Education me to enjoy Taiwan. Initially I came Chinese Language Center, which is so different from that Course Type Tunghai University to Taiwan for a short adventure, to in Japan. There are a lot of night one on one class experience a different lifestyle and Course Type markets and food stands in Taiwan try that crazy Chinese language! Intermediate Chinese and I want to try all the different I’m staying because of the unique food they provide every week. culture, fascinating language and When I have problems, Taiwanese the warm people and beautiful people would help and they places I’ve encountered. treat me like my family. I like the weather, food, and enthusiastic people here in Pingtung. Ashley Noelle McCrory USA

Language Center Chinese, a language College of Liberal Arts, for artists… Chinese Language Center, 6 National Cheng Kung University My thoughts Course Type Up to 24 years old, I was an opera Emanuele 4 about Taiwan Customized Study Tour singer, a tenor. Now I am a catholic priest, on a mission to Taipei for Angiola I have never been outside of the country or immersed into a different a little over a year. Taiwan is very culture before, so I didn't know what to expect from traveling to Taiwan different from Italy, but I settled in on my own. One of the first things I noticed about Taiwan was the people. very soon. Taiwanese are so friendly Some times in the mornings when I would study outside before class, and hospitable! A very interesting Italy random people would approach me to say ‘good morning’. Simple things challenge for me is to learn Chinese. like this made me feel really welcomed and at ease during my time at I think Mandarin is a language Language Center Taiwan. The thing I cherish the most from my stay in Taiwan would have for artists: when you write the Mandarin studies, Language Center, to be the relationships I made with a lot of the Taiwanese students that characters it is like painting, and Fu Jen Catholic University of Taipei volunteered to be a part of this program. I learned so much about Taiwan’s when you talk using the five tones, Course Type culture, history and life style because of these students. Traveling to Taiwan it’s really like singing... I like it! I am General Course has definitely been the most eye-opening experience I have ever had in my very happy to learn a language so life so far. I am forever grateful had this opportunity and wouldn't hesitate unique and really nice. do it again if I had the chance. I will cherish the experiences and memories I made with my friends from Taiwan forever. Thank you so much, Taiwan, for the memories and relationships that I will hold dear to me forever.

50 International Students in Taiwan International Students in Taiwan 51 Courses at Chinese Learning Centers

North Student Dormitory Home Stay ★ Scholarship G General Course I Intensive Summer Courses

China University of Science and Technology Chinese Courses Language Center Location: Taipei City P.13 National Central University Chinese Language Program of Language Center Location: Taoyuan County P.22 t: +886-2-27821862 ext.271 f:+886-2-27852344 e: [email protected] aca.cust.edu.tw/language/ t: +886-3-4227151 ext.33807, 33800 f: +886-3-4255384 e: [email protected] www.lc.ncu.edu.tw/main/clp/index.html G | Others: Individual Program Short-Term Program | ★ | G | I | Others: Other Profession Chinese Credit course

Chinese Culture University Mandarin Learning Center Location: Taipei City P.14 National Chengchi University Chinese Language Center Location: Taipei City P.23 t: +886-2-27005858 ext.8131-8136 f:+886-2-27081257 e: [email protected] mlc.sce.pccu.edu.tw t: +886-2-29387141 f: +886-2-29396353 e: [email protected] mandarin.nccu.edu.tw/english/index.php | G | I | Others: Business Chinese Young Learner Courses Free Chinese Cultural Class | ★ | G | Others: Summer School TOCFL Prep Crash Course HSK Chinese Profiency Test Class Free Tutorial Class

National Chiao Tung University Chinese Language Division, LTRC Location: Hsinchu City P.24 Chung Hua University Chinese Language Center Location: Hsinchu City P.15 t: +886-3-5131231 f: +886-3-5711437 e: [email protected] mandarin.nctu.edu.tw/ t: +886-3-5186175 / +886-3-5186176 f: +886-3-5186174 e: [email protected] international.chu.edu.tw/ Others: 18 weeks for each term | ★ | G | I |

National Taipei University of Education Chinese Language Education Center Location: Taipei City P.25 Chung Yuan Christian University Mandarin Learning Center Location: Taoyuan County P.16 t: +886-2-27321104 ext.82025, 82026, 83331, 83335 f: +886-2-27325950 e: [email protected] r9.ntue.edu.tw/ t: +886-3-2651324 f: +886-3-2651328 e: [email protected] / [email protected] cml.cycu.edu.tw / www.facebook.com/cmlcycu G | I | Others: Business Chinese Other Profession Courses Young Learner Courses Mandarin Study Tour G | I | Others: One-one-one Course

National Taiwan Normal University Mandarin Training Center Location: Taipei City P.26 Fo Guang University Language Instruction Center Location: Yilan City P.17 t: +886-2-77345130 f:+886-2-23418431 e: [email protected] www.mtc.ntnu.edu.tw t: +886-3-9313343 ext.103 f: +886-3-9315903 e: [email protected] www.fgu.edu.tw/~chinlang/clic.htm ★ | G | I | Others: Business Chinese Young Learner Courses Express Chinese Program | G | Language & Culture Study Tour

Fu Jen Catholic University Language Center, Office of International Education Location: New Taipei City P.18 National Taiwan University Language Center, Chinese Language Division Location: Taipei City P.27 t: +886-2-29052414 / +886-2-29053721 / +886-2-29052487 / +886-2-29052071 f: +886-2-29052166 t: +886-2-33663417 f: +886-2-89695042 e: [email protected] cld.liberal.ntu.edu.tw e: [email protected] www.lc.fju.edu.tw G | | | G | Others: Summer sessions Study tour program (Home Stay on weekends: provided only for students of the study tour program.) National Taiwan University International Chinese Language Program Location: Taipei City P.28 t: +886-2-23639123 f: +886-2-23626926 e: [email protected] iclp.ntu.edu.tw/ Kainan University Chinese Learning Center Location: Taoyuan County P.19 t: +886-3-3412500 ext.4640 / +886-2-33224533 ext.18 f: +886-3-2705542 / +886-2-23567515 | I | e: [email protected] / [email protected] www.knu.edu.tw/CLC/cht/index.html | G | I | Taipei Chengshih University of Science and Technology Mandarin Center Location: Taipei City P.29 t: +886-2-28285887 f: +886-2-23319966 e: [email protected] www.ssw.tpcu.edu.tw/chinese/index.htm

Lunghwa University of Science and Technology Chinese Language Center Location: Taoyuan County P.20 | G | t: +886-2-82093211 ext.6770 e: [email protected] www.ctc.lhu.edu.tw/ctc/ | G | I | Tamkang University Chinese Language Center Location: Taipei City P.30 t: +886-2-23216320 ext.39 f: +886-2-23214036 e: [email protected] www.dce.tku.edu.tw

Ming Chuan University Mandarin Studies & Culture Center (MSCC) Location: Taipei City P.21 | G | I | Others: Young Learner Courses Customized programs for groups t: +886-2-28824564 f: +886-2-88613491 e: [email protected] www.mcu.edu.tw/admin/mscc/chinese/index.htm | ★ | G |

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Feng Chia University Chinese Language Center Location: Taichung City P.31 National Kaohsiung Normal University Center of Language and Culture Teaching Location: Kaohsiung City P.40 t: +886-4-24517250 ext.5873, 5875 f: +886-4-24510243 e: [email protected] www.clc.fcu.edu.tw t: +886-7-7172930 ext.2603 f: +886-7-7166903 e:[email protected] www.nknu.edu.tw/~clct/ | ★ | G | I | | G | I | Others: Business Chinese Young Learner Courses Cultural Courses

National Chiayi University Language Center-Division of Chinese as a Second Language Location: Chiayi City P.32 National Pingtung University of Education Language Center Location: Pingtung County P.41 t: +886-5-2732983 f: +886-5-2844916 e: [email protected] 140.130.204.81 t: +886-8-7226141 ext.24001, 24002 f: +886-8-7226409 e: [email protected] lcc.npue.edu.tw/front/bin/home.phtml G | | G | Others: Special Arrangement

National Taichung University of Education Chinese Language Center Location: Taichung City P.33 National Pingtung University of Science and Technology Chinese Language Center Location: Pingtung County P.42 t: +886-4-22183283 f: +886-4-22183450 e: [email protected] clc.ntcu.edu.tw/index_en.php t: +886-8-7703202 ext.7715 f: +886-8-7740208 e: [email protected] www.npust.edu.tw | G | Others: 1 on 1 Tutorial Program Short Term Chinese Program | G |

Providence University Chinese Language Education Center Location: Taichung City P.34 National Sun Yat-Sen University Chinese Language Center Location: Kaohsiung City P.43 t: +886-4-26645009 f: +886-4-26330340 e: [email protected] clec.pu.edu.tw t: +886-7-5252000 ext.3030, 3031 f: +886-7-5253039 e: [email protected] www2.nsysu.edu.tw/CLC | | ★ | G | I | Others: Young Learner Course Calligraphy Chinese Painting Chop Carving | ★ | G | Martial Art Making Chinese Knot Rice Dough Figures class

National University of Kaohsiung Language Center Location: Kaohsiung City P.44 Tunghai University Chinese Language Center Location: Taichung City P.35 t: +886-7-5919257 / +886-7-5919259 f: +886-7-5919258 e: [email protected] www2.nuk.edu.tw/clc/lc/index.htm t: +886-4-23590259 f: +886-4-23594408 e: [email protected] clc.thu.edu.tw | G | I | Others: Business Chinese | ★ | Others: General Courses (8 or 16 weeks for each term)

Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology Chinese Language Center Location: Tainan City P.45 t: +886-6-2533131 ext.6010 f: +886-6-3010040 e: [email protected] clc.stust.edu.tw./en | ★ | G | I | Others: Business Chinese tutor class TOCFL class South Taiwan Shoufu University Chinese Language Center Location: Tainan City P.46 t: +886-6-5718888 ext.115 f: +886-6-5717613 e: [email protected] www.tsu.edu.tw/a/webs/index.php?account=Chinese I-Shou University Language Center Location: Kaohsiung City P.36 Others: Other Profession Courses Short-term (Culture Camp) Chinese Language Teaching Program t: +886-7-6577711 ext.2601, 2603, 2604 f: +886-7-6577472 e: [email protected] www.isu.edu.tw/clc | G | I | | G | I | Wenzao Ursuline College of Languages Center of Chinese Language Location: Kaohsiung P.47 t: +886-7-3426031 ext.3302, 3303, 3306 f: +886-7-3464672 e: [email protected] c041.wtuc.edu.tw/front/bin/home.phtml Kao Yuan University Chinese Language Center Location: Kaohsiung City P.37 Others: Business Chinese Other Profession Course Young Learner Courses t: +886-7-6077777 ext.1904 / +886-7-6077916 f: +886-7-6077717 e: [email protected] www.oia.kyu.edu.tw/clc/ | ★ | G | I | | G | I | Others: Young Learner Courses Remedial Chinese course Summer/ Winter Camp (3- 6weeks)

Kun Shan University Chinese Language Center Location: Tainan City P.38 t: +886-6-2727175 f: +886-6-2050006 e: [email protected] www.vcd.ksu.edu.tw/clook/News.html East | ★ | G | I | Others: Business Chinese Other Professionals Courses Young Learner Courses Various Chinese Cultural Courses (Calligraphy,Dance,Cuisine,Kung Fu,Art etc.) Tzu Chi University Center for Language Studies Location: Hualien County P.48 t: +886-3-8572677 ext.1683 f: +886-3-8466065 e: [email protected] www.language.tcu.edu.tw National Cheng Kung University College of Liberal Arts Chinese Language Center Location: Tainan City P.39 | G | t: +886-6-2740715 / +886-6-2757575 ext.52040 f: +886-6-2742416 e: [email protected] / [email protected] kclc.ncku.edu.tw | | ★ | G | I | Others: Other Profession Courses Customized Study Tour(Classes will be designed in accordance to your needs)

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Useful Government Websites for Foreigners Ministry of Education, Republic of China (MOE) | english.moe.go| english.moe.gov.tw/mp.asp?mp=1v.tw/mp.asp?mp=1 Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) | ww| www.mofa.gow.mofa.gov.tw/webapp/mp?mp=6v.tw/webapp/mp?mp=6 Ministry of the Interior (MOI) | ww| www.moi.gow.moi.gov.tw/english/index.aspxv.tw/english/index.aspx Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA) | ww| www.boca.gow.boca.gov.tw/mp?mp=2v.tw/mp?mp=2 Oveerserseasas Officcee RRepubliepublic Of CChinahina (Taiwaiwan)an) Diiploplomatiticc MissMissioion | ww| www.taiwanembassw.taiwanembassy.org/mp.asp?mp=1y.org/mp.asp?mp=1 Council of Labor Affairs (CLA) | ww| www.cla.gow.cla.gov.tw/cgi-bin/SM_theme?page=48e31c0ev.tw/cgi-bin/SM_theme?page=48e31c0e Bureau of National Health Insurance | ww| www.nhi.gow.nhi.gov.tw/english/index.aspxv.tw/english/index.aspx Overseas Compatriot Affairs Commission, R.O.C. (OCAC) | ww| www.ocac.gow.ocac.gov.tw/v.tw/ The E-government Entry Point of Taiwan | ww| www.taiwan.gow.taiwan.gov.tw/mp.asp?mp=999v.tw/mp.asp?mp=999 Information for Foreigners | if|f.immigration.goiff.immigration.gov.tw/mp.asp?mp=2v.tw/mp.asp?mp=2

Useful Tourist and Cultural Websites Tourism Bureau | eng.taiwan.net.tw/| eng.taiwan.net.tw/ Taiwan Cam | twcam.ww| twcam.www.gow.gov.tw/webcam/english/index.jspv.tw/webcam/english/index.jsp Central Weather Bureau | ww| www.cwb.gow.cwb.gov.tw/eng/index.htmv.tw/eng/index.htm National Palace Museum | tech2.npm.go| tech2.npm.gov.tw/khan/english/main_h_eng.htmv.tw/khan/english/main_h_eng.htm National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts | ww| www.ntmofa.gow.ntmofa.gov.tw/english/index.aspxv.tw/english/index.aspx National Theater& National Concert Hall | ww| www.ntch.edu.tw/english/indexw.ntch.edu.tw/english/index

Taiwan Overseas Education Centers These offices have information and application materials for studying in Taiwan and will gladly answer any additional questions you may have.

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