Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound
INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM (& VISITING STUDENT)
Spring 2019 Student Handbook * Inbound *
Revision: October, 2018
Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound
Index
1. MCU Academic Calendar 2018-2019: ...... 2 2. Orientation Program (2019 Spring) ...... 3 3. Costs of Studying in Taiwan ...... 5 4. How to pay at MCU ...... 6 5. Course Options at MCU ...... 7 6. Instructions for Course Registration ...... 12 7. MCU Student Dormitory ...... 16 8. MCU Student Dormitory Policy ...... 22 9. Rent a Private Apartment or Studio ...... 23 10. Buddy Program ...... 24 11. Transportation ...... 24 12. Information for VISA Application ...... 26 13. Q&A about MCU Exchange Program (Inbound) ...... 29 14. Q&A about Ming Chuan ...... 35 15. Introduction of Taiwan: ...... 38
Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound
Dear exchange and international students:
Welcome to Ming Chuan University! Ming Chuan University is one of the leading universities in Taiwan that provides a completely international environment on campus for both local and foreign students. You are from different countries with different cultural heritage and of course need some time to accommodate to new circumstances. This handbook is aimed to provide necessary information for you with the purpose of making you feel comfortable in a new environment. In addition, should you have any questions not answered in the handbook, you are cordially welcome to come to the office of International Education and Exchange Division (IEE). We will try our best to meet your needs. Wish you have a pleasant and fruitful stay in Taiwan.
Nathan K.-H. Liu, Ph.D. Executive Director, International Education and Exchange Division
……………………. Study Abroad Center International Education and Exchange Division (IEE) Ming Chuan University Phone: +886-3-350-7001 ext.3705 Fax: +886-3-359-3891 Email: [email protected] Website: http://iee.mcu.edu.tw click on “Exchange (Inbound)”
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1. MCU Academic Calendar 2018-2019
Fall 2018 semester May 30 Closing date for Fall semester application July 30 Closing date for Airport pick-up & Dorm service application September 4~5 Student Dormitory Open for move-in International Student Airport Pick-up Service September 6~9 Orientation Program for International Students September 10 Fall semester begins; First Day of Classes September 10~19 Student Online Course Selection September 24 Mid-Autumn Festival (holiday), no class October 10 National Day (holiday), no class November 5~9 Midterm Exam Week December 31~January 1 (2019) New Year (holiday), no class January 7~11 Final Exam Week January 11 Last Day of Final Exam Week January 12~13 Departure for home, move-out for student dormitories January 31 End of the academic semester
Spring 2019 semester November 30 Closing date for Spring semester application December 31 Closing date for Airport pick-up & Dorm service application February 13~14 Student Dormitory Open for move-in International Student Airport Pick-up Service February 13~17 Orientation Program for International Students February 18 Spring semester begins; First Day of Classes February 18~27 Student Online Course Selection February 28 Peace Memorial day (holiday), no class March 23 Ming Chuan University 62nd Anniversary April 2~5 MCU Spring break, no class April 15~19 Midterm Exam Week May 20~24 Graduating Student Exams June 7 Dragon Boat Festival (holiday), no class June 17~21 Final Exam Week June 21 Last Day of Final Exam Week June 22~23 Departure for home, move-out for student dormitories June 30 End of the academic semester
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2. Orientation Program (2019 Spring) ※ Orientation Program dates may change. We will keep you informed of the updated arrangements when time gets close. A Airport pick-up Service Please fill in the ‘Service Booking Form’ (See Appendix A in this handbook) for reserving the airport pick-up service on February 13th~14th, 2019 and school housing, and return the form as soon as you know your travel arrangements. If you do not need airport pick-up or dormitory, please reply the form to us anyway. So we can know your personal plan. Please make sure to arrange your flight landing in Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (airport code: TPE), where the airport pickup service is provided. Pickup service is free of charge and the service is provided at 2PM and 8PM. You should purchase a plane ticket with an arrival time of 1PM or earlier for 2PM pick-up service; with an arrival time of 7PM or earlier for 8PM pick-up service. So you have at least 1 hour to go through the customs, claim the baggage and come out to the meeting hall. Meeting place: Airport Arrival Hall, find student assistants with “Ming Chuan University” sign at 2PM and 8PM. If your flight is delayed and you miss 2PM pick-up service, please wait at the airport until 8PM. MCU student assistants will come and look for you. Having said that, if students arrive in different times besides of the service available hours, additional fees may apply. Upon arrival, please make sure you change the foreign currency into Taiwanese dollars at the airport. The amount is suggested around NT$25,000 for dormitory fees and living costs of the first few weeks. After completing registration, you will be assisted to open a local bank account in Taiwan. If you wish to use a local Taiwan mobile number, it’s advised to purchase the phone SIM card at the telecom booths in the airport meeting hall. Or, you can purchase the mobile SIM card at local telecom stores in the city. However, if you are under 20 years old, it’s strongly advised that you purchase the mobile SIM card at the airport.
B School Housing Check-in The university accommodation is open for move-in after February 13th, 2019. Rooms are allocated by the university. All students should sign school dormitory agreements and comply with the regulations. School dormitory requires cash deposit for keys (NT$1,000~NT$2,000) when check-in. Students need to prepare personal bedding set, or choose to purchase personal bedding set if available at the convenience store on campus or go for the private vendors off campus.
C Things to Bring to Orientation 1) Exchange Student Information Pack (this will be given to you at the airport.) (If you do not request airport pickup service, this Information Pack will be given to you on Orientation day.) 2) Passport 3) 3 head & shoulder photos (for Dorm check-in & Medical Health Checkup forms) 4) Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment form (contact information and signatures need to be completed by parents/ guardians) See Appendix B in this handbook. 5) Fees in Cash (NT Dollars) 3 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound 6) Letter of Acceptance issued by MCU (Please bring this original Letter of Acceptance to MCU in the beginning of the new semester. The Letter is required when applying to extend your visa after arriving in Taiwan!) 7) A Copy of Insurance Documents from Home (For the first 6 months of arrival, international students need to pay the medical bills on own expenses. Therefore, we recommend you arrange your own general& medical insurance coverage from home country for the first 6 months of arrival, i.e. Spring 2019 semester from February 2019 to June 2019. Please bring a copy of your general insurance policy from home country in English version).
D Orientation Program All international exchange and visiting students are required to attend the Orientation Program. Date: February 13th~17th, 2019
Workshop: New student registration, VISA information, Introduction to MCU Student System, school regulations, campus environment, course information, etc. Fees to be paid (in NT$ cash only): 1. Dormitory fees of NT$15,000~16,000 per term
Welcome Program: To welcome international (exchange) students, MCU Buddy Bon is organizing activities, including campus tour and cultural trips. All exchange students are invited!! Event date and location will be confirmed later.
Medical Checkup: All international exchange students are required to attend the Medical Checkup when arriving at MCU. Things to bring: One head-shoulder Photo, Check-up fees Fees to be paid (in NT$ cash only): 1. Medical Checkup fee of NT$500~2,000 **Depending on your type of visa issued by the Taiwan Consulate in your country, read Chapter 12. Information for Visa Application about Medical Checkup notice. **
E Intensive Mandarin Program Placement Test If you intend to take the intensive Mandarin Program for exchange students (6 hours per week for 15 weeks, 90 training hours in total per semester) provided by the Mandarin Studies and Culture Center (MSCC), you are required to join the placement test to decide your proficiency level. Students shall pay the tuition fees for enrolling in the Intensive Mandarin Program. Based on partner school agreement, exchange students can enjoy the special tuition package with 30% discounted. This fee-paying MSCC Mandarin Program tuition for exchange students is NT$12,600. Since it is not a regular course, it is optional and it doesn’t bear academic credits. More information, read Chapter 6. Course Options at MCU. MSCC Mandarin class size is required minimum 6 students and maximum 10 students. If there are more than 10 applicants in one class, new class can be arranged. Class dates are to be confirmed.
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MSCC Contact: Mr. Zion Qing ([email protected]) Tel: +886-(0)2-2882-4564 ext. 2405 Office Location: 2F, A Bldg., Administration Building, Taipei campus
★ Checklist before coming to Taiwan: □ Make sure you have the VISA to study in Taiwan/ MCU □ Reply your Service Booking Form to [email protected] □ Email your Vaccination Certificates of Measles and Rubella, or proof of positive Measles and Rubella antibody titers (in English version) to [email protected] □ Make sure you prepare a copy of your insurance policy/ documents from home (in English version) and bring the photocopy to Taiwan and to MCU/ Workshop (Registration) □ Make sure your parent/ guardian sign on the Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment form and bring the original copy to Taiwan and to MCU/ Workshop (Registration)
3. Costs of Studying in Taiwan
Items 1-semester exchange 1-year exchange Notes Visa application fee Please contact the overseas Taipei Paid in home country Representative Office (#) Residence Visa 0 1,000 application (*1) Alien Residence 0 3,000 Certificate (*1) National Health 0 8,988 $749 per month, Insurance (*2) $8,988 for 12 months Medical Checkup (*3) 500 2,000 Subject to change Student Dormitory (*4) 15,000 30,000 Subject to change Bedding set (*5) 1,500 1,500 Subject to change Living expenses (incl. 40,000 80,000 Subject to change meals, local transportation, books, consumables, etc.) Personal traveling & 15,000 30,000 Subject to change Cultural tours
5 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Total (in NT$) 72,000 156,488 Estimate (in US$) 2,400 5,216 US$:NT$=1:30 (subject to change)
# Web: http://www.mofa.gov.tw/en/default.html -- click「Embassies & Missions」
Please read the following notes carefully. (*1) The international Students Service Office (ISSO) will assist international students, staying for one academic year at MCU, for residence visa application and alien resident certificate (ARC), after their arrival in Taiwan. Please pay attention to the expired date of your visa, and keep in contact with ISSO. Please wait to confirm your flight ticket only after you receive the Letter of Acceptance issued by Ming Chuan university. We advise students not to buy plane tickets before the finalization of your entry visa in order to avoid costs due to cancellations or rescheduling. (*2) International students on 1-year exchange program, who have been staying in Taiwan for more than 6 months and already been issued the residence visa and alien resident certificate (ARC), must attend the National Health Insurance, and pay NT$749 per month. The charge might be different according to the revise of the National Health Insurance Bureau (http://www.nhi.gov.tw). For the first 6 months of arrival, international students need to pay the medical bills on own expenses. Therefore, we recommend you arrange your own general & medical insurance coverage from home country for the first 6 months of arrival. Please bring a copy of your general insurance policy from home country (in English version). In case of emergent conditions, your insurance company at home shall be able to cover and compensate your medical bills in Taiwan. If you have no insurance from home, you can consider the option of joining the Cathay Life Insurance Group Foreign students health insurance (see Appendix F), in cooperation with MCU. The fee is NT$3,375 for 5 months in total, for the fixed period of your study in MCU. This fee shall be paid in cash after arrival at MCU. (*3) According to the regulations of Ministry of Education of Taiwan, all students who apply university accommodation on and off-campus are required to produce a copy of Medical Health Certificate. All students are required to attend the Medical Checkup after arriving at MCU for the new semester and will be charged NT$500 approx. for staying one semester, and NT$2,000 approx. for staying one academic year. More information about Medical Checkup, read Chapter 12. Information for Visa Application. (*4) More information, read Chapter 7. School Housing. Rooms are allocated by the university based on the availability. In Taipei, school accommodation offered is limited and subject to availability. First come, first served! (*5) Students need to prepare personal bedding set, or choose to purchase personal bedding set if available at the convenience store on campus or go for the private vendors off campus.
4. How to pay at MCU Please note the payment on campus accepts cash only (NT dollars). It is NOT possible to pay the university fees with personal checks or credit cards. Therefore, international students are highly recommended to change the foreign currency into NT dollars at the
6 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound airport upon arrival. After completing the registration at MCU, international students will be assisted to open an account at a Taiwanese bank so that it will be convenient for the parents/ relatives to transfer the necessary financial fund from home. Students can use the bank card to withdraw cash from the ATM machine located on campus. Credit cards are widely used in shops, department stores, and restaurants outside of university campuses. If you wish to use the credit card issued from home country, please make sure first the card is activated and valid for worldwide use (and in Taiwan). For Fee-paying Student: Fee-paying exchange students as well as visiting students from non-partner schools are advised to pay the tuition fees as regular students do. Follow the instructions on “Fee Paying Notice” (this will be email-sent to individual students when applicable) about how to bank-transfer the due amount directly to MCU university account.
5. Course Options at MCU According to personal interests, international exchange students are welcome to choose the courses from the following Option A, Option B, and Option C at the same time. Option A: International College (IC) programs International College at Ming Chuan University is the FIRST institution in Taiwan offering degrees through classes conducted completely in English. IC also provides a bilingual—English/ Mandarin environment for our students. Currently, IC has about five hundred international students from 60 countries, such as France, Germany, Australia, Russia, Japan, Malaysia, Korea, USA, Vietnam, Dominican Republic, Swaziland, Taiwan, and so on.
What Programs does IC offer? Undergraduate Program: completely instructed in English International Business and Trade Program (IBT) Fashion and Innovation Management Program (FIM) Journalism and Mass Communication Program (JMC) Applied Computing Program (AC) Travel and Tourism Program (TT) International Affairs and Diplomacy Program (IAD) For further information and update course schedules, please visit the International College Website: http://ic.mcu.edu.tw/
Which campus are IC programs located?
Program/ Year Taoyuan Campus Taipei Campus International Business and Trade (IBT) X Yes International MBA (Master program) X Yes Fashion and Innovation Management (FIM) X Yes Journalism & Media Communications (JMC) X Yes
7 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Applied Computing (AC) Yes X Travel & Tourism (TT) Yes X International Affairs and Diplomacy (IAD) Yes X ** Please refer to the official Letter of Acceptance issued by MCU and find out the Campus Location you are assigned to. **
A. International Business and Trade Program (IBT) The International Business and Trade program is devoted to help both local and international students to have a global vision and in-depth knowledge of international trade and economics through an all-English learning environment, as well as to develop expertise in international business through providing students with quality business education and professional disciplines that strive for a balance between theories and practices.
B. Fashion and Innovation Management Program (FIM) Fashion Industry Management is the first tri-lingual program (English/French/Chinese) at the International College. Based on the talent demand in international fashion management industry, we are devoted to helping both international and local students to gain global vision through providing both theoretical study of business and also practical experiences of fashion industry.
C. Journalism and Mass Communication Program (JMC) The mission of the Journalism and Mass Communication program is to teach students basic theoretical knowledge and hands-on communication techniques as well as time-proven people skills that inspire and motivate them to become academically and practically well-equipped media professionals with a competitive edge to serve people worldwide.
D. Applied Computing Program (AC) The Applied Computing program aims to foster an environment that encourages students seeking solid advancement of knowledge in the field of Information Technology inline with regional economic and social development; through both practical experiences of Computing machines and theoretical study of Business.
E. Travel and Tourism Program (TT) The aim of the Tourism major is to nurture personnel with the knowledge and skills for professional planning and management, combining both of theory and practice in travel and tourism related services, so that the graduates are not only able to work in the tourism industry, but to improve the quality of this industry.
F. International Affairs and Diplomacy Program (IAD) The Program of International Affairs and Diplomacy focuses on both theoretical area and practical field to assist students to acquire relevant knowledge and skills regarding international affairs and diplomacy. During the four-year study term, the lower-division courses will focus on general requirements, as well as inter-disciplinary and general professional courses to nurture students’ fundamental development. In the upper division, advanced professional courses of a practical nature will be offered to cultivate international affairs and diplomacy professionals.
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Option B: Regular Chinese-Taught Programs Ming Chuan has been located in Taipei’s Shihlin District since the late 1950s. Now, Ming Chuan has two main campuses: Taipei and Taoyuan, and two offshore campuses: Kinmen and Matsu. In total, there are 10 schools, 44 departments and 26 graduate programs. The 10 schools are: Education and Applied Languages, Communication, Design, Health Technology, Information Technology, Law, Management, Social Science, Tourism and International College. Besides of International College of English-instructed courses, the rest 9 schools are taught in Mandarin Chinese. According to personal interests, international exchange students are welcome to choose any courses taught in Mandarin Chinese from different majors available on campus. More course information about the individual departments, please visit the MCU website: http://www.mcu.edu.tw/ click on English AcademicsSelect Schools/ Departments. Please be reminded the lectures, in-class activities, exams, etc. may be fully instructed in Mandarin Chinese. International students should feel comfortable in Chinese-speaking environment before enrolling in regular Chinese-taught courses.
School of Education and Applied Languages: If students are majoring in Chinese and English back in home countries, Department of Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (TCSL) and Department of Applied English (DAE) provide a variety of courses for consideration.
A. Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (TCSL) The Department of Teaching Chinese as a Second Language is established to meet the increasing need for Chinese as one of the major languages in global activities. The department aims at developing future Chinese teachers, both local and international, with multi-language ability and international view. It is strongly advised students, who are interested in taking courses with TCSL, should have reached the upper-intermediate level of Chinese proficiency.
B. Applied English (DAE) The Department of Applied English (DAE) aims to train its students to be English professionals in many different fields. DAE strives to nurture students to be competent in English with a special focus on skills applications in professional areas through a variety of courses. DAE provides a variety of English-instructed courses for international students. Its curriculum is also designed to help students develop a global view.
Option C: Credit-bearing Mandarin Course in Curriculum Students who have special interest in learning Mandarin language, you can enroll in 3-credit Basic Mandarin course offered in the International College curriculum in Taoyuan campus. This class will run 3-hour per week for beginner and/or intermediate level. At the end of the semester, students can earn 3 credits for attending the class. If you are interested in taking it, please enroll the course on-line via Student System after reporting to the university and completing the registration in the beginning of the new semester.
9 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound If you want to improve the Mandarin capability, there is another solution by signing up for a Volunteer Native-Chinese Student Tutor. You can arrange your own meeting schedule with your private tutor and exchange ideas and discussions in Mandarin. You can fill in the application form to join the volunteer native-Chinese student tutor program (See Appendix C in this handbook). Upon application, we will assign you an experienced and volunteer student tutor of Chinese-speaking native.
Option D: MSCC Intensive Mandarin Program Students who have strong interest in learning Mandarin language can join the Intensive Mandarin program provided by the Mandarin Studies & Culture Center (MSCC) of MCU. Students shall attend MSCC class regularly and sign attendance sheet every single class. In case of more than 12 accumulated absent hours in MSCC, students shall be disqualified to continue MSCC class immediately and not allowed to apply for admission afterwards. If you intend to take the intensive Mandarin Program, you are required to take the placement test to decide your proficiency level, and submit the Application Form as well as Letter of Declaration. MSCC is fully entitled to assign applicants to the appropriate class taking place in either Taipei/Jihe or Taoyuan campus.
Fee-paying Intensive Program: Intensive Mandarin Program operates by academic semesters, i.e. Spring and Fall semesters. Each semester consists of 6 class hours per week for 15 weeks, 90 training hours in total. Students shall pay the tuition fee for enrolling in the Intensive Mandarin Program. MSCC Mandarin Center is closed during school breaks. Students shall pay the tuition fees for enrolling in the Intensive Mandarin Program. Based on partner school agreement, exchange students can enjoy the special tuition package with 30% discounted. This fee-paying program tuition for exchange students is NT$12,600. Since it is not a regular course, it is optional and it doesn’t bear academic credits.
Class Offerings: MSCC Intensive Mandarin Program is provided for Beginner level. Total class hours are 90 in one semester. MSCC Mandarin class size is required minimum 6 students and maximum 10 students. If there are more than 10 applicants in one class, new class can be arranged. Applicants shall attend MSCC class regularly and sign attendance sheet every single class. In case of more than 12 accumulated absent hours in MSCC, students shall be disqualified to continue MSCC class immediately and not allowed to apply for admission afterwards.
Special Features of Mandarin class: MSCC Mandarin class is designed for international students who study Mandarin as a second language. Traditional Chinese characters are introduced in class. Classes are conducted in both Mandarin and English with professional teachers, who are native speakers of standard Mandarin Class topics cover: Mandarin Linguistic Teaching & Pronunciation Practice, Mandarin Rhetoric Teaching & Sentence Practice, Mandarin Conversation
10 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Teaching & Practice, Introduction of Chinese Culture & Customs, etc. Volunteer native-Chinese student tutor provided for each foreign student by filling out a separate application form upon registration. (See Appendix C in this handbook) Orientation, field trips and social activities designed for a wider comprehension of Chinese culture
What if I cannot attend the Intensive Mandarin program? Solution A: Volunteer native-Chinese student tutor Please note if you are NOT able to attend the MSCC Intensive Mandarin program regularly based on course schedules, it’s not feasible for you to take part in this intensive class. Maybe you can consider applying the volunteer native-Chinese student tutor program (See Appendix C in this handbook). Upon application, we will assign you an experienced and volunteer student tutor of Chinese-speaking native. You can practice language exchange with him/her in a more friendly and relaxing way.
Solution B: 3-credit Basic Mandarin There is another option for you to consider, i.e. 3-credit Basic Mandarin class offered in the International College curriculum. This class will run 3-hour per week for beginner and/or intermediate level. At the end of the semester, students can earn 3 credits for attending the class. See Course Option C.
Can I earn any credits from the Intensive Mandarin Program? Please understand the MSCC Intensive Mandarin Program is a language training program, not a regular course, it does not bear academic credits. After completion with full attendance, students will be awarded with a Certificate with graded scores and meeting hours. If you wish to transfer the class hours in Mandarin study back to home school, please directly consult with the department chair or academic affairs office at your home school. The number of credits to be recognized is decided by student’s home institution.
What is the difference between the Intensive Mandarin Program and 3-credit Basic Mandarin? The fee-paying intensive Mandarin program is provided by the Mandarin Studies & Culture Center, which is a financially independent institute. This intensive Mandarin program requires 6 hours per week, total 90 hours per semester and is designed for students who has the strong need for Mandarin training. Program tuition fee is required. Students should pay tuition fees to the Mandarin Studies & Culture Center for this Intensive Mandarin Program. On the other hand, a 3-credit Basic Mandarin course is provided in the regular curriculum of the International College, i.e. 3 hours per week in class, which is open for any international students interested in learning the Chinese language free of charge. Most of exchange students are enrolled in this regular credit-bearing Mandarin course in the curriculum so they can select other professional credit courses, which are required by their majors at home school.
What is the difference between traditional and simplified Chinese? The major difference between traditional and simplified Chinese is the writing form. Traditional Chinese is used to write characters in Taiwan and Hong Kong. Simplified 11 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Chinese is used in Mainland China and Singapore. The speaking form is almost the same. People across the strait can communicate easily without any problem of understanding each other.
6. Instructions for Course Registration International exchange students are welcome to take any courses available on campus, i.e. Option A, Option B or Option C as listed above. If you wish to 'plan ahead' the course selection at MCU and consider English-taught credit courses provided by International College, please visit the International College website please go to http://ic.mcu.edu.tw/ and click on “Downloads” the Course Schedules from previous semesters. Since the courses are offered across two main campuses, Taipei and Taoyuan, students are advised to consider the program location that you are assigned to (including school housing) as identified on the Letter of Acceptance. If you wish to take courses at both Taipei and Taoyuan campuses, you need to consider the traffic time in-between, approx. 1 to 1.5 hour(s) for single way. Please note the course enrollment procedure for exchange and visiting students will actually take place after you complete the registration to MCU at the beginning of the new semester. Please note that it may be difficult for you to get all the courses you are interested in because most of our regular students have already registered for their courses beforehand. Courses of undergraduate programs at MCU have the requirement for the minimum number of 20 students enrolled. The course may be closed if the number of enrollment cannot meet the required number. On the other hand, students may not be able to register for courses if the number of enrollment exceeds the maximum capacity. Therefore, please make your decision about course preferences and select the interested courses timely. More instructions will be given during Orientation.
A. Total Credit Number: A full-time exchange student at MCU is strongly recommended to enroll in 2 credits at minimum and 25 credits at maximum per semester. Since MCU adopts the American credit system, most courses worth 2~3 credits, i.e. 2~3 contact hours in class every week. For reference, MCU uses the US credit system: 1 Credit ≒ 2 ECTS ≒ 4 CAT S If one course is identified as (R.3) or (E.3), it is awarded with 3 credits. (R) stands for required course; (E) stands for elective course. Exchange students can take any (R) or (E) courses as long as there are available seats. In principle, freshman student is advised to take courses available in Year 1; sophomore student is advised to take courses available in Year 1 & 2; junior student is advised to take courses available in Year 1 to 3; senior student can take courses available in all Years. If students need to transfer a certain credits of courses back to home schools, you will be assisted to enroll in courses offered by different years or majors/ departments. 12 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound However, it is strongly recommended that students should feel comfortable studying in courses offered to higher year levels if you wish to enroll.
B. Course Offerings On-line Search: 1. Students can plan ahead the course selection of preference at MCU by on-line searching the course offerings during academic semesters. Please note that the course enrollment procedure will take place after you report and complete the registration procedures at MCU. 2. For English-taught course offerings under International College, please check on: http://ic.mcu.edu.tw/node/46 click to download the Course Schedules of the semesters. 3. To search the course offerings of different schools/ departments, please check on: http://www.mcu.edu.tw/ choose English version click on course information course offerings First semester (i.e. Fall semester)/ Second semester (i.e. Spring semester) Individual Department Fixed Schedules Select the appropriate Department Code Select the appropriate Student’s Year Query
※Department Code： International College (English-taught) Program Code Fashion & Innovation Management (FIM) 25 Journalism & Mass Communications (JMC) 27 Applied Computing (AC) 47 Travel & Tourism (TT) 48 International Affairs and Diplomacy (IAD) 59 Graduate School of International Affairs (GSIA) 90 International Business Trade (IBT) 91 4. To search the course descriptions and syllabi of different schools/ departments, please check on: http://www.mcu.edu.tw/ choose English version click on course information course syllabus Academic Year: Term: 1 (Fall semester)/ 2 (Spring semester) Select the appropriate Department Code (see above table) Select the course outline and syllabi
C. Online Course Add/ Drop Period: For international exchange and visiting students, the course enrollment is taking place during the online course add-drop period: Fall 2018: September 10 (Monday) 12:30 ~September 19 (Wednesday) 12:30 at noon Spring 2019: February 18 (Monday) 12:30 ~ February 27 (Wednesday) 12:30 at noon Please remember the time period and deadline, and log on to MCU Student System when you wish to register/add for courses you are interested in and drop the courses you do not want.
D. MCU Student System: Upon registration at MCU, students will receive a student number and password for accessing Student System. When you are ready to register for courses on-line through Student System during the online course add/drop period, you need to enter your student 13 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound number and password for logging-on to the network. On Student System, you can also view your timetable, exam schedules, regulations and other important matters concerning MCU. Furthermore, you can apply for absent leaves through this network. Upon registration at MCU, all students are required to key in your personal information via the Student System within the first week of the new semester. If failing to do so, the Academic Affairs office will not issue the final grade report to you after completing the exchange study. You can access Student System by indicating http://www.mcu.edu.tw in your browser and enter your student number (i.e. Username) and password at the left hand column.
E. Course Registration Procedures: 1. Upon registration at MCU, exchange students will be assigned to a specific class to meet with other students from overseas. According to the university regulations, exchange students are required to attend the Class Meeting (course code# 00997), taking place every week on Friday between 12:00~13:00. 2. Through Student System, if the course section students wish to select is full, you may consider being put on the waiting list. If another student drops the course, you will be added in the order of the list. If students are on the waiting list for a class, and decide not to wait for a position in this class, you are asked to immediately go online and delete your names from the waiting list. No one with a schedule conflict or who has already selected over 25 credits will be added to a class automatically. Once the add/drop period is over, no automatic additions are permitted. 3. Students are responsible of confirming the results of the course selections and changes within the given time. After selecting courses, students must print out the course selection record then log out of the Student System, return to the main screen and close the browser. Students must confirm the selected courses within the given time. Students who do not confirm the selected courses before the deadline will be regarded as accepting the selected courses. Should you find any problems using the system, please do bring it to IEE office a.s.a.p. before the deadline so that help can come on timely basis.
F. Class Attendance: 1. MCU has strict requirements for student’s class attendance. 2. Students who miss classes must file a request for leave on Student System within 7 days from the day you absent. If you fail to do so, you will be considered to have skipped class without permission. 3. Students who have approved leave are still categorized as being absent. Those who are absent without requesting asking a leave, are marked as skipping classes. 4. Students, who are absent from any course for more than one third of the class meeting hours, abandon their qualification for a course grade (including midterm, final, daily grades). Their grade for that course will be zero. 5. Personal Leave: Students can file an application online or go to the International Students Service Office. Cases involving special events need to be reported on the same day or as soon as possible. Students must turn in relevant documents for personal leave
14 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound longer than one day. 6. Sick Leave: a. For sick leave, students need to turn in Hospital or Clinic Registration Form, Notice of Fee Payment, or Certificate of Diagnosis. Doctor’s order for days of rest should be specified but is restricted to three days. For sick leaves of over one day, students need to turn in a Certificate of Diagnosis or Certificate of Hospitalization. b. In cases when a student is hospitalized for treatment, he or she should provide a Certificate of Diagnosis and compose a report for the president’s approval. Hospitalization leaves should be no longer than 42 days (including holidays). 7. Students, who fail to apply for personal and/or sick leaves and are skipping too many classes, will face the possibility of dropping out of the university, under the condition that your conduct grade at MCU is below 60, and returning home immediately. Thus, please bear in mind to attend classes on time. If you do not want to enroll in any specific classes, please do remember to drop the courses by yourself during the on-line course add/drop period.
G. Student ID Card After completing the registration, exchange students will receive a Student ID card, which serves as a campus identity. It is only valid on campus. You are required to present it when you have school-wide midterm and final exams or rent facilities from school. Student ID card may also give you some discounts in shops, restaurants or movie theaters near campus. If you lose the Student ID card, please report to Academic Affairs Office and fill out e-form on Student System. The application fee is NT$100.
H. Exam Regulations 1. Exam Periods Fall 2018: Midterm – November 5~9; Final – January 7~11 Spring 2019: Midterm – April 15~19; Final – June 17~21 2. Students are assigned seat numbers for examinations, and must sit in their assigned seats. Students must carefully check the examination papers that are distributed to be sure they have the correct papers and that their examination booklets are correctly identified by examination period, class number, seat number and instructor. If any mistakes are made with examination booklet identification, students will receive zero (0) points. 3. Students must bring their ID cards to the examination. ID cards must be placed on students’ desks or affixed to the back of the chair in front of the student. If students forget their ID cards, temporary cards may be obtained from the Academic Affairs Office so that the student may take the examination. 4. Students should read carefully everything published about the examinations, which are usually announced during Class Meeting. 5. Exam schedules cannot be adjusted in any way to suit any early departure.
15 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound I. Lecture Timetable Taoyuan campus Section# 01 02 03 04 20 05 06 07 08:10- 09:10- 10:10- 11:10- 12:00- 12:50- 13:50- 14:50- Time 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 12:50 13:40 14:40 15:40 Section# 08 09 40 50 60 70 15:50- 16:50- 18:00- 18:55- 19:50- 20:45- Time 16:40 17:40 18:50 19:45 20:40 21:35
Taipei (/Jihe) campus Section# 01 02 03 04 20 05 06 07 08:10- 09:10- 10:10- 11:10- 12:10- 13:10- 14:10- 15:10- Time 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 Section# 08 09 40 50 60 70 16:10- 17:10- 18:30- 19:25- 20:20- 21:15- Time 17:00 18:00 19:20 20:15 21:10 22:05
J. Academic Transcripts For exchange students, you may need to transfer a certain credits earned at MCU back to home schools. Therefore, at the end of each semester, usually within two weeks after the final exam, the Academic Affairs office will calculate the scores of all courses and prepare to issue the official transcripts. The transcripts for international exchange students will be posted directly to the student’s home school, attention to the study abroad officer or international office. Students can contact home schools directly for acquiring a copy of the document afterwards. We can never send a transcript to student’s private address.
7. MCU Student Dormitory Important Information: 1. International students can apply for school dormitories, but locations and rooms are allocated by the university. The university has the final decision in dormitory assignments. If the student chooses to find his or her own housing, or moves out of the dormitory, the university must be notified in advance. 2. The island of Taiwan is located in the subtropical climate zone, surrounded by oceans, results in heavy humid air in Taiwan. Students should prepare themselves in the conditions of humidity, which may lead to excessive dampness and indoor molds or fungi inside the dorm rooms. Students' personal hygiene and keeping their own rooms dry in all seasons is strongly advised. 3. In Taipei, off-campus accommodation offered is limited and subject to availability. Students if interested in staying in off-campus school accommodation, please fill in the Service Booking Form in the attachment. First come, first served! 4. Students must sign a one-year (2 terms) contract. There is no refund if you move out during the year. International Exchange Students who intend to stay at MCU on one-semester exchange program, must sign a one-term contract. 16 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound 5. Students should prepare a bed quilt, pillows, and mattress on their own, costing approximately NT$1,200~1,600 if purchasing on campus or at private vendors. 6. Cash deposit for keys of NT$1,000~2,000 per person is required when checking in to the dorm. 7. Curfew: in all dormitories, on- and off-campus, curfew will be implemented from 23:00pm to 6:00am of the next morning. Dormitory supervisor will call the roll at 23:00pm to maintain safety.
Internet Connection: Students should prepare own cable line for internet connection in off-campus school dormitories. We have wireless internet system on university campuses. Students can use ID Number and password provided by the university to log in the wireless system.
How can I apply for dormitory? Fill in the Service Booking Form, provided/ emailed to you from MCU International Office, tick “School Housing” option and return the completed form to [email protected] before July 30 or December 31 deadline.
Can I choose roommates? Dormitory is assigned by first come first serve policy. Rooms for exchange students are allocated by the university. In principle, dorm managers place newly-arriving students in available rooms. Therefore, we cannot promise international students can choose roommates beforehand. In Taipei, off-campus accommodation offered is limited and subject to availability. First come, first served!
Can I arrive in Taiwan earlier before the dormitory is open? The school dormitory is usually open for move-in few days before the new semester begins. If international students wish to arrive in Taiwan earlier than the scheduled dates, please consult with the International Office at MCU first for the possibility and there might be extra charges. Besides, if international students are arriving earlier, please also consult with the International Office at MCU about the airport pick-up arrangement since there might be extra charges for the service.
Can I cook in the dorm? Cooking is not allowed in the dormitory. The dorm room may be equipped with a mini refrigerator for storing food. Drinking fountain is provided at each floor level for public use. Students usually eat at cafeterias on campus or go off-campus. It is relatively convenient and inexpensive finding food around the campuses.
When do I need to leave the dorm when the semester ends? The final exam always ends on Friday. All students need to pack personal belongings and clear the room by Sunday 12:00 at noon. If you wish to stay few days/ weeks longer, 17 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound extra cost may be charged per day. Please consult with dormitory supervisors directly about the availability of extension. In that case, students may be asked to move and share the room of 4 or 6 persons together. Having said that, it is possible the dorm is fully booked for summer camps/ study groups from abroad, and therefore it may be difficult to allow students to extend the stay.
Can I apply to stay in the dorm during the entire school breaks? Usually, summer break lasts for 2.5 months from July to mid September; winter break lasts for 1 month from mid January to mid February. Based on the room availability, international students need to apply for approval to stay in the dorm during the entire breaks. If the request is approved, students may probably be re-located to on-campus or another dormitory for safety reasons. Please consult with dormitory supervisors directly about the availability of extension.
Can I change dormitory? Dormitory is assigned by first come first serve policy. Rooms for exchange students are allocated by the university. In principle, dorm managers place newly-arriving students in available rooms. Therefore, we cannot promise international students can change dormitory. For students who will study 1 year at MCU: If you plan to take more courses at different campus and would like to change campus for the second semester, you need to write a student report before the end of the 12th week of the first semester, and submit it to your departmental office first and to the school committee for permission. After your request is approved, you can change to the dormitory provided by another campus for the second semester. The dormitory is allocated by the university based on the availability. Therefore, we cannot promise international students can choose roommates beforehand.
Can my family/ friends from home post mails/ package to me? Please indicate the dorm address and postal code, as well as receiver’s information clearly such as dormitory building number, room number and full names so as to make sure the package can get to you by post without delay.
How do I get to dormitory from the airport? Read Chapter 11. Transportation.
18 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Information of Dorm Supervisors and Mailing Addresses: Taoyuan Taipei Men & Women’s Off-Campus TaiHsin Men & Women’s Off-Campus ShuiYuan DeMing Dorm Dorm Dorm supervisor: Ms. Yang Tel: +886-(0)2-2301-5672 Add: No.83, Lane 77, De Ming Rd., Dorm supervisor: Ms. Wang Gui-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan Add: 6F~10F, No.179, Shui Yuan Rd., Postal code: 33348 Zhong Zheng District, Taipei, Taiwan Postal code: 10071 Dorm address in Chinese: 臺灣桃園市龜山區德明路 77 巷 83 號 Dorm address in Chinese: 臺灣台北市中正區水源路 179 號
※Limited off-campus accommodation is provided in Taipei. First come, first served! Students studying in Taipei campus will be accommodated in off-campus ShuiYuan Dormitory. However, it is still possible that students may be assigned to a different off-campus dormitory based on the school policy. The university has the final decision in dormitory assignment and location. The dormitory fees may vary. If the occasion arises, students will be notified in advance.
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Taipei Off-Campus ShuiYuan Dormitory Type of Room Fee/ Remark Term 1. Located off-campus. The charges for utilities and Internet connection is included. The charge for air conditioning is NOT included, which should be equally shared by roommates. 2. Students should prepare own cable line for internet connection in dormitory. 3. Type of room: 4-person rooms, common shared toilet/ Men NT$15,000/ shower. Male and Female students are placed in separate & Room for 4 per person/ floors. Women per term 4. Dorm is located off-campus, close to Taipei Youth Park, 20-minute walk to MRT Guting Station. The commute time from Guting Station to Jiantan Station (where MCU Taipei Campus is located) is approx. 15 minutes. 5. Dorm fee NT$15,000 per term, includes summer/ winter break. During summer/ winter break, students will be re-located to on-campus dormitory for safety reasons. 6. Photos of facilities are shown below:
Building Front Look 4-person room
Common Shared Toilet/ Shower Laundry Area
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Taoyuan Off-Campus TaiHsin DeMing Dormitory
Type of Room Fee/ Remark Term 1. Located off-campus. The charges for water and Internet connection is included. The charge for electricity and air conditioning is NOT included, which should be equally shared by roommates. 2. Students should prepare own cable line for internet connection in dormitory. NT$16,000/ 3. Type of room: 3-person rooms, with private toilet/ shower in Men & Room for 3 per person/ each room. Male and Female students are placed in separate Women per term floors. 4. Dorm is located off-campus, 10-minute walk to Taoyuan campus. 5. Dorm fee NT$16,000 per term, includes summer/ winter break. During summer/ winter break, students will be re-located to on-campus dormitory for safety reasons. 6. Photos of facilities are shown below:
Building Front Look Building Entrance
Private Toilet/ Shower in each room 3-person room
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8. MCU Student Dormitory Policy 1. Students who have been admitted to live in the dormitories must stay for a complete school year/ two terms or one term. Exceptions will only be made because of dropping out of school, serious illness, or a returning to home country. 2. From 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., students should not leave the building without the permission of the Dormitory Supervisor or On-Duty Military Officer. If students need to stay overnight outside and not return to the dorm, it is required to sign off with the dorm supervisor for the absent nights. Please note, from Monday to Thursday, students can only sign off once. There is no such restriction for weekends away. 3. Every night from 10:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., each student must be present in his or her own dormitory room for attendance record. If a student is absent and has not signed out, the school will notify the parents or the guardians of the student. If a student fails to check-in three times, he or she will be dealt in accordance with university regulations. 4. All students need to respect the rules of the dormitory. Residents who wish to stay overnight off-campus are required to sign out before 10 p.m. in accordance with the regulations. Student who do not live in the dormitory are prohibited from entering the building. Especially, students are prohibited from entering dormitories of the opposite gender. Male students are strictly prohibited from entering female students’ dormitories and vice-versa. 5. Students should take good care of their personal belongings because the school is not responsible for students’ losses. 6. Students should work together to keep the dormitory clean by doing trash recycling procedure, separate the trash and dispose properly. Students should not litter in the hall, courtyard, and other public areas. 7. Students are responsible for the facilities and they will be fined if the facilities mentioned above are damaged. 8. No hangings which include paintings and posters are permitted on the walls or on the closet doors. Students are also not permitted to use adhesive tape or write on the walls of the dormitory. Please keep the wall and closet clean; rooms must stay in their original form when students check out. 9. Students have no right to sublet the room or mortgage the room. 10. No cooking, drinking, gambling, quarrelling, fighting and no pets are allowed in the dormitory. Behavior that endangers faculty, staff and students will not be permitted. 11. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the dormitory. Please do not make loud noises and keep your voice down to respect others. 12. Students are only able to use the television from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Guests should leave the dormitory before 10 p.m. as they are prohibited from sleeping overnight in the dormitory. 13. Students will be punished according to the dormitory policy if they break the rules. Besides the regulations above, students must also comply with the school regulations. 14. Residents may use the air conditioner in their rooms after they have purchased the prepaid card.
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9. Rent a Private Apartment or Studio Instead of staying in university housing, if students wish to rent a private apartment or studio in Taiwan, a room with private toilet and bath usually costs NT$5,000-8,000 a month in Taoyuan, NT$6,000-10,000 a month in Taipei (Utilities such as water and electricity are not included.), also including basic furniture such as table, closet and bed. For the first few days of your arrival, you may need to stay in the hostel and look for/ check out the accommodation conditions. You may ask your Buddy at MCU (if your Buddy is available) to accompany you in communication, because not every landlord speaks English. You will need to check out the house conditions by yourself, including negotiating and signing the lease contract with the landlord. Most landlords request a deposit of one or two months’ rent on signing the lease as damage security. If you are studying at MCU for one semester only, you may need to consider the condition that the deposit may be confiscated. Taiwan is generally a safe place to live. If you would like to learn more information about private apartments in advance, you can search: Rental Master: http://www.taipeihousing.com.tw/ TEALIT: http://www.tealit.com/ad_categories.php?section_id=31 Join FB club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Taiwanapartmentsandroommates/ Craigslist: http://taipei.craigslist.com.tw/search/hhh Rental Taiwan: www.rentaltw.com Inn Apartment: http://innapartment.weebly.com/ Li Xiang Apartments: http://www.lixiang-rentals.com/ Taipei Rent: http://www.taipei-rent.com/ Homey Hostel: https://www.homeyhostel.com/ (for short stay) Taiwan Youth Hostel Association: http://www.yh.org.tw/en/index.asp (in Chinese) 信義租屋 Sin Yi: http://rent.sinyi.com.tw/ (in Chinese) 永慶房仲網 Yung Ching: http://rent.yungching.com.tw/list.aspx The above websites are the largest and most popular among foreign visitors in Taiwan. If you, as an international exchange student, will only be studying at MCU for one semester, we strongly suggest you stay in student dorm of the university since it’s normally the easiest and most convenient solution for short-term visitors. If you decide not to stay in student dorm and are coming to Taiwan without having arranged your private accommodation, we cannot help you find this. It will be your own responsibility to find your accommodation and please note that it is extremely difficult to find affordable short stay accommodation in Taipei city.
Help from MCU Student Affairs office? MCU Student Affairs office also provides information and assistance for international students looking for private apartments upon arrival. Here is the Chinese website: http://housing.mcu.edu.tw/. Unfortunately, the English website is under construction at the moment. For example, on the left column, "縣市" district select “01 台北市” for Taipei city, and "地區" select “08 士林區” for Shilin district.
23 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound "租屋格局" room type select the middle option "套房" for studio, and price range "套房租金(元/月)" is possibly between NT$5,000 ~ 8,000. “房客類型” roommates select the last one “不限” for no restriction. And, finally click on "搜尋" to start search.
What if my family/ friends are visiting me in Taiwan? Solution A: stay in Ming Chuan Hotel Ming Chuan Hotel is located in our Jihe campus, within 10-minute walking distance from Taipei campus. You can check up the following web link: http://jihe.mcu.edu.tw/en/node/346 If you would like to make a reservation, please write to [email protected].
Solution B: stay in Youth Hostel You check up the availability of Chientan Youth Hostel, which is very close to the MRT Jiantan station. Please look up the website: http://chientan.cyh.org.tw/ and they might provide suitable room options for your consideration. Or, please visit the Taiwan Youth Hostel Association website: http://www.yh.org.tw/ or website search such as http://www.hostels.com/taipei/Taiwan http://www.hostelworld.com/findabed.php/ChosenCity.Taipei/ChosenCountry.Taiwan
10. Buddy Program MCU Buddy Program is joined by many volunteer students who are currently studying at MCU, to help newly-arriving international students adjust into the campus environment and culture in Taiwan. Every international student will be paired with a volunteer student to:
build up friendship and companionship answer questions before and after your arrival show you around the university and introduce the city life or just share MCU experience over a cup of coffee
We will pair every international student with a Buddy. The Buddy will be in touch with you directly by email, or FB, and make your stay in Taiwan enjoyable.
Does the university organize any trips for international students in Taiwan? Yes, MCU Buddy Program organizes activities for welcoming international students, such as campus tours, weekend away, cultural trips, etc. International students are invited to participate in all events. MCU Buddy Program website: http://iee.mcu.edu.tw/en/content/mcu-buddy-program MCU Buddy Bon FB fans club: https://www.facebook.com/MingChuanBuddyBon
11. Transportation A. Transportation information from Taoyuan Airport to Ming Chuan University International flights arrive at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Airport code: TPE), which is about 40 minutes from MCU Taoyuan campus (which costs about 24 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound NT$800~1,000 by taxi) and 60 minutes from MCU Taipei campus (which costs about NT$1200~1,500 by taxi). Please check on http://www.taoyuan-airport.com/ transportation
Taoyuan Airport MRT to Taipei City: Please check on http://www.taoyuan-airport.com/english/taoyuan_metro Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Access MRT, commonly known as the Airport MRT, is a rapid transit line of Taoyuan Metro that connects the municipalities of Taipei, New Taipei, and Taoyuan with Taoyuan International Airport. The Airport MRT began commercial service on 2 March 2017, and it has express and local services (known as Commuter). The express service takes only 35 minutes from Taoyuan Airport Terminal 1 to Taipei Main Station (A1) and 38 minutes from Terminal 2 to Taipei Main Station (A1). Even the commuter service that stops at all stations takes only 50 minutes. The fast and convenient service is a great choice for international travelers to commute between the airport and Taipei.
B. Transportation information from Taoyuan Campus to Taoyuan City / Taoyuan Train Station (downtown) The Taoyuan campus is about 20 minutes from the railway/ train station of Taoyuan City. Passenger bus No.137 route runs from Taoyuan campus to Taoyuan train station and back. It will cost you NT$20 one way. If you are pressed for time, a taxi from the Taoyuan train station to the Taoyuan campus costs NT$120-150. Taoyuan city (the nearest city from Taoyuan campus) is a business area. There are lots of restaurants, markets, and department stores there. Please check on http://www.mcu.edu.tw click on EnglishTransport Map InformationSchool Bus Schedule (Student) Taoyuan Private Passenger Bus No.137 (*no bus running on holidays and weekends)
C. Transportation information around Taipei Campus MCU Taipei campus is a 5-minute walk from the Jiantan MRT Station (R15) of Taipei Metro system. Moreover, this campus is located on a main road, Zhong-Shan North Road, which is served by numerous bus lines. There’re several bus stops in front of Ming Chuan Taipei Campus’s main gate. Please check on https://english.metro.taipei/Metro GuideRoute Map Jiantan MRT Station (R15) Ming Chuan University Taipei/ Jihe Campus
D. Transportation between Taoyuan Campus and Taipei Campus Taoyuan campus has school bus routes to Taipei campus and Taipei train station. So, the transportation to and from campus is very convenient. The cost for a one-way bus ticket is NT$60. Please check on http://www.mcu.edu.tw click on EnglishTransport Map InformationSchool Bus Schedule (Student) Timetable from Taipei campus, Taipei Train Station to Taoyuan Campus (Direct Bus)
E. Transportation between Taipei Campus and Jihe Campus Jihe campus is located on No. 130, Jihe road, in 5-minute walking distance from Jiantan MRT Station (R15) & in 10-minute walking distance from Taipei campus, across the main road, named Zhong Shan North Road.
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12. Information for VISA Application International students must apply for a VISA in order to enter Taiwan to study. Ming Chuan University’s Letter of Acceptance is one of the documents required when applying for VISA. The Letter of Acceptance will be posted directly to the international office/ study abroad officer at your home school. Please bring the Letter of Acceptance and apply for your visa at your country’s ROC (Taiwan) missions (Embassies or Representative Offices) and with the purpose of pursuing studies in Ming Chuan University. Please bring the original Letter of Acceptance to MCU in the beginning of the new semester. This official Letter is required when applying to extend your visa after arriving in Taiwan. The fee for requesting to re-issue this document is NT$50 per copy.
Requirements of applying visa at your country: 1. Completed application form. 2. Passport (original and one copy) valid for at least six months 3. Ming Chuan University’s Acceptance Letter (original and one photocopy) 4. Two 2-inch head & shoulder photos in color with white background (taken within the last six months) 5. Application fee (Please confirm with your country’s ROC (Taiwan) missions (Embassies or Representative Offices) 6. Other requested documents for certain individual cases from your country’s ROC (Taiwan) mission (Embassies or Representative Offices).
For further information please contact your country’s ROC (Taiwan) missions (Embassies or Representative Offices). Additional information can be found at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ROC (Taiwan) website: http://www.mofa.gov.tw/EnOfficial -- click「Embassies & Missions」
********************************************************************** For International Exchange Students studying at MCU for one semester only: If you are going to stay in Taiwan for one semester, less than 180 days (six months), you may receive VISITOR VISA. And with VISITOR VISA, you just need to extend your visa before expiration of your stay duration at Taiwan’s Local Immigration Office.
Requirements of extending your visa in Taiwan: 1. Completed application form. 2. Passport (original and one copy) valid for at least six months. 3. One 4.5 by 3.5 inch head & shoulder photos in color with white background (taken within the last six months)
26 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound 4. Original Student ID and one photocopy. 5. Certificate of enrollment at MCU. 6. Resident Certificate in Taiwan (i.e. certificate at school dormitory) 7. Application fee: Free (Needs to extend every 60 days) 8. Other requested documents for certain individual cases from Local Immigration Office The above procedure will be assisted by the International Students Service Office (ISSO) of MCU upon your arrival.
Medical Checkup: For one-semester exchange student, you need to join MCU Student Health Check, at the approx. cost of NT$500, see Appendix G. sample. This checkup is required for all international students studying in MCU, including general exam, blood, chest X-ray, etc.
********************************************************************** For International Exchange Students studying at MCU for one academic year (two semesters): Situation A: If you are going to stay in Taiwan for at least one year, you may receive either VISITOR VISA or RESIDENT VISA. If you receive VISITOR VISA, you must change your visa to RESIDENT VISA at the MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS-BUREAU OF CONSULAR AFFAIRS when you arrive in Taiwan.
Requirements of changing VISITOR VISA to RESIDENT VISA: 1. Completed application Form 2. Passport (original and one copy) valid for at least six months 3. Ming Chuan University’s Acceptance Letter (original and one copy) 4. Original student ID and one photocopy 5. Health Certificate (You are required to have a heath check up after you register at Ming Chuan University) 6. Two 2x2-inch color photos with a white background taken within the last six months 7. Application fee: NT $3,000 / U.S. Passport application fee: NT $4,900 8. Other requested documents for certain individual cases from Ministry of Foreign Affairs The above procedure will be assisted by the International Students Service Office (ISSO) of MCU upon your arrival. Medical Checkup: To change your VISITOR VISA to RESIDENT VISA, you will join HEALTH CERTIFICATE FOR RESIDENCE APPLICATION health check up, at the approx. cost of NT$2,000, see Appendix H. sample. This checkup is required by the National Immigration Agency, as well as the Ministry of Education for all international students staying in Taiwan for27 more than 6 months. Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound
Situation B: If you are holding RESIDENT VISA (or those who obtained Resident Visa in Taiwan by visa change), you are required to apply for the ALIEN RESIDENT CERTIFICATE (ARC) and RE-ENTRY PERMIT at the local office of Ministry of Interior National Immigration Agency within 15 days of your arrival.
Requirements of applying for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) and Re-Entry Permit: 1. Completed application form. 2. Passport (original and one copy) valid for at least six months. 3. One 4.5 by 3.5 inch head & shoulder photos in color with white background (taken within the last six months) 4. Original Student ID and one photocopy. 5. Certificate of enrollment at MCU. 6. Resident Certificate in Taiwan (i.e. certificate at school dormitory) 7. Application fee: NT $1,000 (Need to be extended each year) 8. Other requested documents for certain individual cases from Local Immigration Office The above procedure will be assisted by the International Students Service Office (ISSO) of MCU upon your arrival.
Medical Checkup: For one-semester exchange student, you need to join MCU Student Health Check, at the approx. cost of NT$500, see Appendix G. sample. This checkup is required for all international students studying in MCU, including general exam, blood, chest X-ray, etc.
Contact Information: Ministry of Foreign Affairs-Bureau of Consular Affairs (in Taiwan) Office Hour: 08:30~17:00, Monday to Friday 3Fl., No. 2-2, Sec 1, Chi-Nan Rd., Taipei, Taiwan Tel: +886-2-2343-2888 Website: http://www.boca.gov.tw/mp?mp=2
National Immigration Agency Office Hour: 08:00~17:00, Monday to Friday 1Fl., No.15, Guangjhou St., Taipei, Taiwan Tel: +886-2-2388-9393, +886-2-2389-9983 Website: http://www.immigration.gov.tw/welcome.htm
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13. Q&A about MCU Exchange Program (Inbound) Application for MCU Exchange Program All applications for admission as non-degree exchange students are based on the agreement with the scheme of exchange programs signed by Ming Chuan University and the applicant’s home institution. Unless otherwise specified on the agreement of collaboration, applications for entrance in Fall semester should be sent to the Division of International Education and Exchange (IEE) at MCU by May 30 of the same year, and by November 30 for entrance in Spring semester. All applicants should be submitted to MCU via the International Office or its equivalent of the applicant’s home institutions. Individual applications are not accepted. IEE will process the applications within one month and will send out a Letter of Acceptance to the International Office at the applicant’s home institution, so as to officially admit the applicant for the exchange program.
Application Documents The following documents must be enclosed with the application. Processing might be delayed if applications are incomplete. (i) A copy of the completed application form (ii) An official copy of the transcript from the applicant’s home institution (iii) Certificate of School Enrollment from the applicant’s home institution (iv) One A4 page statement of why you want to study in MCU (v) A copy of passport (vi) Three recent photographs (about 1”X 2”) (vii) Copy of Vaccination Certificates of Measles and Rubella, or proof of positive Measles and Rubella antibody titers (in English version)
How long is the Exchange Duration? The duration of entire study at MCU will be one semester or at most one year, based on the agreement with the scheme of exchange programs signed by Ming Chuan University and the applicant’s home institution. If students wish to extend the exchange duration from one semester to one year, you need to consult directly with your home school first. Then, the home school should inform the International Office at MCU about the decision agreed.
Do I pay the Tuition Fee? Exchange students recommended by MCU partner schools will pay only tuition at their home institution. Students might pay other expenses, e.g. housing fee and safety insurance, while studying at MCU in accordance with the agreement between two schools. If you are a fee-paying exchange student or visiting student from non-MCU partner schools, please follow the instructions on “Fee Paying Notice” (this will be email-sent to individual students when applicable) about how to bank-transfer the tuition fees directly to MCU university account.
Do I have to join the National Health Insurance? International students on 1-year exchange program, who have been staying in Taiwan for more than 6 months and already been issued the residence visa and alien resident certificate (ARC), must attend the National Health Insurance, and pay NT$749 per
29 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound month. International students, who hold an ARC issued by the National Immigration Agency (NIA), and have stayed in Taiwan for six consecutive months, are legally obligated to enroll in Taiwan’s National Health Insurance (NHI) program. During the six months, students can leave Taiwan only once for less than 30 days. The amount of days not being in Taiwan will not be counted in the residence of the above-cited six months. International students, who are planning to travel abroad/ leave Taiwan for more than two times (included) or longer than 30 days accumulated, should arrange your own general & medical insurance from home country for the entire period of the 1-year exchange study in Taiwan. For more details about the National Health Insurance, please visit the website of the National Health Insurance Bureau (http://www.nhi.gov.tw). International visitors will enjoy the medical benefits as local Taiwan citizens when committed to hospitals and/or treated in clinics.
Should I bring the insurance policies from home country? Yes, international students on 1-semester exchange program, for the first 6 months of arrival, are strongly recommended to arrange your own general & medical insurance coverage in home country. Please bring a copy of English version of your insurance policy to Taiwan during the MCU Orientation Program. Your insurance policy should be valid for the exchange period in MCU. Strongly advise all students to check that your insurance covers: • All kind of medical expenses, incl. dental treatments, hospital costs and any kind of psychiatric treatments • Repatriation of student, if a student needs to go back to his/her home country in case of emergency • Repatriation of remains and medical evacuation to home country • Legal assistance, third party liability and any other extraordinary costs • Theft (incl. theft from student belongings in student accommodation) • Loss of belongings, Robbery, etc. Be sure to check the insurance policies carefully for its coverage in Taiwan. Make sure that the insurance policies cover the entire period of your stay in Taiwan – from the moment of stepping on the plane leaving for Taiwan to the moment of stepping back on the soil of the home country after the end of the study. Some insurance only covers medical attention from selected hospitals so check the details and keep a hotline phone number. In addition, please always check with your insurance company about overseas coverage, regulations and procedures in advance if you need to use it in Taiwan.
Can I join the insurance policy after arrival at MCU? Yes, if students have difficulty in arranging overseas travel insurance before leaving home country, you can consider the option of joining the Mercuries Life Insurance Group Foreign Students Health Insurance (see Appendix F), in cooperation with MCU. The fee is NT$3,375 for 5 months in total. Guidance will be provided during the orientation. However, please be reminded that you will be uninsured from the moment you step on the plane leaving for Taiwan to the moment you actually pay for insurance after arrival at MCU. During this short uninsured period, anything can happen. Should you receive medical treatment at a hospital during this period, there will be no reimbursement for the money you paid for the moment even if you buy insurance afterwards. And all injuries, diseases, sickness, and damages are students’ sole responsibility. Of course, even if students have purchased overseas insurance before leaving home country, you may purchase additional insurance after arrival at MCU according to your 30 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound needs. Guidance will be provided during the orientation.
Can I sign on the Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment form myself? This document must be signed by your parents or family members, not by student him/herself. This document will be used in case of a medical emergency that the student/ the patient is unconscious to sign a consent form by him/herself, for any invasive treatment, as required by the medical institutes in Taiwan. If the student’s guardian/ parents or family members listed on the emergency contact list can fly to Taiwan and sign the consent form for the student, it's certainly no problem. However, if they cannot arrive here in time, MCU must inform them about the student’s condition and requests their authorization for MCU to sign on the papers on their behalf. It happened before. The student was in a coma and his family members couldn't fly to Taiwan. As a matter of urgency, this Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment Form will be submitted to the hospital so MCU can help. Please make sure the parent/ guardian sign on the Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment form and bring the original hard copy to Taiwan.
How about the School Accommodation? International students can apply for school dormitories by filling the Service Booking Form (See Appendix A), but rooms are allocated by the university. If the student chooses to find his or her own housing, or moves out of the dormitory, the university must be notified in advance. Dormitory is assigned by first come first serve policy. Rooms for exchange students are allocated by the university. In principle, dorm managers place newly-arriving students in available rooms. Therefore, we cannot promise international students can choose roommates beforehand. In Taipei, off-campus accommodation offered is limited and subject to availability. First come, first served!
Can I arrive in Taiwan earlier before the dormitory is open? The school dormitory is usually open for move-in few days before the new semester begins. If international students wish to arrive in Taiwan earlier than the scheduled dates, please consult with the International Office at MCU first for the possibility and there might be extra charges. Besides, if international students are arriving earlier, please also consult with the International Office at MCU about the airport pick-up arrangement since there might be extra charges for the service. You can also read Chapter 11. Transportation about how to get to the campus from the airport.
Which airport should I land in Taiwan? Please make sure to arrange your flight landing in Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (airport code: TPE), where the airport pickup service is provided. Most international flights land in Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. If you choose to land in Taipei Songshan Airport (airport code: TSA), we are afraid we don't provide the pickup service from Songshan Airport. Considering the most convenient way to travel in Taipei city is to take Taipei Metro. Please check on https://english.metro.taipei/ → Metro Guide → Route Map, from Songshan Airport station (BR13, Brown line) and getting off at Jiantan station (R15,
31 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Red line). From Jiantan MRT station Exit 1, you can walk to MCU Taipei campus.
Do I have to attend the Orientation Program? Yes, international students are required to attend the Orientation Program arranged by the international office. Important information, such as visa, registration, course selection, and policies, are introduced during orientation sessions. Therefore, we suggest students wait to confirm your flight tickets to Taiwan only after you receive the Letter of Acceptance issued by Ming Chuan University. We advise students not to buy plane tickets before the finalization of your entry visa in order to avoid costs due to cancellations or rescheduling.
How about Credit Transfer? MCU adopts the American credit system; therefore, most of the courses are 2~3-credit bearing. A 3-credit course requires 3-hour contact in class per week, in total 48 contact hours in class per semester. MCU uses the US credit system: 1 Credit ≒ 2 ECTS ≒ 4 CATS. If referring to the Course Book, if one course is identified as (R.3), it is awarded with 3 credits. (R) stands for required course; (E) stands for elective course. Exchange students can take any (R) or (E) courses as long as there are available seats. A full-time exchange student at MCU is strongly recommended to enroll in 9 credits (i.e. 3 courses) at minimum and 25 credits at maximum per semester. On the completion of the exchange program, the courses undertaken at MCU may be credited towards students’ award program undertaken at the home institution. Transferrable credits for the study and method of calculation are wholly at the discretion of the home institution. Exchange students should directly consult with the department chair or academic affairs office at home school. Below presents a Comparison Table of Percentile and Letter Grading Systems of MCU for reference.
For Undergraduate/ Bachelor’s level courses: Percentile Grades Letter Grades 80-100 A 70-79 B 60-69 C * 60 is the passing grade 50-59 D Less than 50 E
For Graduate/ Master’s level courses: Percentile Grades Letter Grades 80-100 A 70-79 B * 70 is the passing grade 60-69 C 50-59 D Less than 50 E
32 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Can I pre-register the courses at MCU that I am interested in advance? Exchange students cannot pre-register the courses in advance from overseas. After arriving at MCU in the beginning of the new semester and completing the registration procedure, exchange students can enroll, change, add or drop personal course selection on-line through Student System during the online course add/drop period. Please note that it may be difficult for exchange students to get all the courses interested because limited number of seats available for popular classes. Besides, most of the regular students at MCU have already registered for their courses beforehand. Nevertheless, exchange students can plan ahead and consider the elective ones, which are identified as (E) in the Course Book, as there may be more available seats than required courses as (R).
Can I take courses from other programs and/or years? During the on-line course add/drop period, in principle, freshman student is advised to take courses available in Year 1; sophomore student is advised to take courses available in Year 1 & 2; junior student is advised to take courses available in Year 1 to 3; senior student can take courses available in all Years. Yes, if exchange students need to transfer a certain credits of courses back to home schools, you will be assisted to enroll in courses offered by other majors/ departments and/or year levels. However, it is strongly recommended that students should feel comfortable studying in courses of other majors/ programs and/or offered to higher year levels if you wish to enroll. When the on-line add/drop period ends, it is not possible to change your course selection and timetable.
Can I leave school and go home earlier during the final exam week? MCU has a very unique exam system. During the university exam week, each student has his/her own different exam schedule, with specific exam date, hour, classroom and seat number. Student should log in the Student System and check personal exam schedule on-line. Students can leave school only when your final exam is finished.
When can I check my exam schedule? For midterm exams, Academic Affairs office of the University will make the announcement on the student system during week 6. For final exams, the announcement is available in week 15. For senior graduating exams of spring semester, the information is available in week 11. Student can log in the Student System and check personal exam schedule. Please note since the exam schedule is already fixed with the university system, it is not possible to change the date or hour on personal basis. All students must attend the exams on time and no one can be excused due to personal appointments. In other words, exam schedules cannot be adjusted in any way to suit any early departure. If students would like to plan ahead and fly home at the end of the semester, we strongly suggest you book the flight after the exam is finished. If your academic calendar back in home school cannot match this, please seriously consider your decision of study abroad in MCU. Otherwise, you may have to face the consequences of bringing unfinished or no credits back to home school. Your understanding and cooperation is appreciated.
Do I have to stay until the semester ends on January 31 of Fall semester or June 30 of Spring semester as stated on the Acceptance Letter?
33 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound The dates stated on the Acceptance Letter are the general dates for the academic semesters, not the dates of the lecture and examination period. The final exam period usually ends earlier. For example, if the last date of final exam finishes on January 6 of Fall semester, and June 23 of Spring semester. Students can leave the university and go home as soon as your final exam is finished. The reason of listing the dates January 31 or June 30 on the Letter of Acceptance is for visa extension purpose to stay in Taiwan. For some students, they may want to travel around Taiwan after the final exam. They will therefore have additional days to experience the local culture and friendly environment before heading home.
How can I get the MCU transcripts? Upon registration at MCU, all students are required to key in your personal information via the Student System within the first week of the new semester. Procedures are introduced during Orientation. If failing to do so, the Academic Affairs office will not issue the final grade report after you complete the exchange study at MCU. If exchange student are leaving MCU by the end of the study, students need to hand in the completed form of “Completion of Studies Application Form” (the Form will be provided via email before the end of the semester). Within one month after the final exam, the Academic Affairs office at MCU will issue the transcripts and post directly to the student’s home school (attention to the international office/ study abroad personnel). Students can go and collect the document when returning home. We can never send a transcript to student’s private address.
Is it possible to remove my failed grades or lower grades from my transcript of records? No, it is not possible to remove failed grades or lower grades from the transcript. As a host university, MCU is obliged to inform your home university about all grades obtained here. Transferrable credits for the study and method of calculation are wholly at the discretion of your home school. Students should directly consult with the department chair or academic affairs office at home school.
Can I work in Taiwan? International students need to apply for a work permit if you want to be paid for job or any work on campus or outside. However, the chance for exchange/ visiting students to get a work permit is not possible, as regulated by Taiwan government. Having said that, if you are just interested in language exchange, there won’t be any problem.
Where can my family/ friends stay if they come to visit me? Please refer to Chap. 9 of this Handbook. They can stay in Ming Chuan Hotel, or Youth Hostel.
Can I travel to another country? Do I need visa? If you would like to travel to another country, it is advised to check first with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in your home country so as to confirm if a visa is required. You can therefore apply for a visa in advance before you come to Taiwan since the application fee may be cheaper and the procedure may be more convenient in your home country. If you wait to apply for a visa of another country when you arrive in Taiwan, please be reminded the application fee may be more expensive and the procedure can be complicated and take longer.
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14. Q&A about Ming Chuan Q1: Where is Ming Chuan located? A: Ming Chuan is a comprehensive and private university in Taiwan. Founded in 1957, we have two main campuses and two extension campuses. Taipei campus is located in the downtown of Taipei City, about 10 minutes by Metro line from Taipei Main Station. Taoyuan campus is located about one hour west of Taipei City, in a community known as Gui-Shan. Bus service between these two campuses is provided over half a dozen times a day during the school year. The extension campuses are located on Kinmen and Matzu Islands in the Taiwan Strait.
Q2: How long does it take to get to the airport from campus? A: International flights arrive at Taoyuan International Airport, which is about 40 minutes from the Taoyuan campus and 60 minutes from the Taipei campus by car.
Q3: Are there any subway, train, or bus stops near the campuses? A: The Taipei campus is a 5-minute walk from the Jiantan MRT Station of Taipei Metro system. Moreover, this campus is located on a main boulevard, which is served by numerous bus lines. The Taoyuan Gui-Shan campus is about 20 minutes from the rail station of Taoyuan City. There is regular bus service from/to Taipei City. If you are pressed for time, a taxi from the Taoyuan Station to the campus costs only NT$120-150.
Q4: What do the Chinese characters for “MING CHUAN” mean? A: Liu Ming Chuan was a famous person in the history of Taiwan. In the late 1800s, he was dispatched to Taiwan to train troops and expel French invaders. In the process he met, and later educated, many local aboriginal chiefs. His success in educating these individuals allowed him to establish the first railroad in Taiwan. In memory of his dedication to education and the important role that played in opening Taiwan up to development, the university is named after him.
Q5: Does Ming Chuan University have any particular educational philosophy? A: In brief, it can be said that Ming Chuan University is traditional in some respects and progressive in others. The school is quite serious about the need for students to attend all classes and strict in its approach to grading. However, this school is also progressive in the way it emphasizes English, Information technology and Communication and also how it incorporates technology in the classrooms.
Q6: Is Ming Chuan associated with any religious or political group? A: No. Students and faculty are free to pursue their own beliefs.
Q7: Who founded Ming Chuan University? A: The University was founded in 1957 by Dr. Teh-Ming Pao and her husband, the late Dr. Ying-Chao Lee. Drs. Pao and Lee felt strongly that education is the key to development. They were pioneers in education for young women in this society. The school was a women’s junior business college from 1957-1990. It’s graduates filled important roles in the economic development of this country with their sterling work ethic and comprehensive, rigorous training. In 1990, Ming Chuan was upgraded from junior college to 4-year college and accredited to award bachelor’s degrees. Accreditation to award MBAs in Management Science was granted in 1992. In 1994,
35 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound MCU opened its second campus at Gui-Shan. In 1996, a doctoral program in Management Science was accredited. In 1997, the school was upgraded to university status. In 1998, classes were begun on the Kinmen Campus.
Q8: Who is the current president of MCU? A: Dr. Chuan Lee, who holds a Ph.D. in Education, became president of this university in 1999. Dr. Lee has a background in English and administration of higher education and many years experience with the Westinghouse Company in California and the Far East, before returning to Taiwan to serve the school in the early 1970s.
Q9: When does the school year begin/end? A: Each year the semesters fall slightly different. Generally speaking, the school year begins in the third week of September and finishes in the third week of June. There is a four-week Winter Break in January/February and a one-week Spring Break in April. In addition, in July and August, the school also has two 5-week summer sessions for students who need to make up credits to graduate.
Q10: How big is Ming Chuan’s library? A: Both the Taipei and Taoyuan campuses have libraries. The combined collection contains over 400,000 books, of which over 90,000 are in a foreign language. Most of the foreign periodicals are in English, as are many language databases and document retrieval services.
Q11: What sports facilities does the campus have? A: Basketball, volleyball and badminton courts, ping pong tables, handball courts, football (soccer) field and weight machines are available. Students may also participate in classes in tennis, golf, bowling, swimming, pool (snooker) and softball.
Q12: What languages are taught at Ming Chuan? A: English is required as a foreign language for all students. Japanese language classes are also widely available. The school also offers Intensive Mandarin Chinese and some classes in Korean, Spanish, French and German.
Q13: What is the male/female student ratio at Ming Chuan? A: Overall, about 45% of the students at MCU are men and 55% are women.
Q14: How many students are enrolled at Ming Chuan? A: The total enrolled is roughly 20,000 students, including undergraduate and graduate students.
Q15: What kind of students clubs are on campus? A: There are over 100 different clubs on both campuses. Here are some of the more popular ones. Comic Book Club Flower Arranging Club Dancing Club English Club Film Club Tea Appreciation Club Buddhist Club Christian Club Mountain Club Philanthropy Club Photography Club Wine Tasting Club
36 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound ** The following questions are very useful for international students. ** Q16: Where can I make phone calls to my home country? A: Public phone booth marked for international calls can make international calls. Phone card can be purchased in convenience store such as 7-11, Familymart, OK, Hi-Life convenience stores. Please Dial: 002+ your home country code + area code + home number
Q17: Where can I buy cellular phones and SIM card? A: When you arrive at the international airport in Taiwan, you can buy cellular phones and SIM card at the telecom booths in the airport meeting hall. Or, you can buy cellular phones in any communication store. The stores provide several monthly subscription plans. Subscription Requirement: a. subscriber must be 20 years old or over b. subscriber must present valid passport and Alien Residence Certificate c. subscriber must have a native guarantee who is 20 years old or over d. the guarantee will be required two valid photo identify cards.
Q18: What kind of Internet access is available on campus? A: The campus networks are equipped with Gigabit Ethernet and complete wireless networks. The University maintains two optical fiber connections linked to Internet with more than 300 Mbps of bandwidth. We have over 2500 computers connected to the Internet available to teachers and students in offices and computer labs. The school offers e-mail accounts to all students and faculty. When in dormitory, students need to prepare own cable lines since the wireless networks may not cover the dormitory areas.
Q19: Can I ride a scooter/ motorcycle? A: Only with a driver’s license, you are allowed to ride a scooter or motorcycle. Students, without the appropriate license, may be involved in law suit when being caught for illegal driving in Taiwan. If you want to replace your International Driving License into driving permit in Taiwan, you need to bring your Int’l Driving License, passport, and one photo and report to local Motor Vehicle Office of City and County. For further details, please refer to Ministry of Transportation and Communication (MOTC): http://www.motc.gov.tw
Taipei City Motor Vehicle Office Address: No.21 Bade Rd., Sec.4, Taipei Tel: 02-2763-0155 Metropolitan Bus: By 257, 205, 276, 203, 202 off at MVO stop Subway (MRT): Get off at Dr. Sun Yet-Sun Memorial Hall Station, and reach MVO within 10 minutes by walking. Office Hour: 8am ~ 5pm
Taoyuan Section of Motor Vehicle Office Address: No.416, Jieshou Rd., Taoyuan City, Taoyuan County Tel: 03-366-4222 Office Hour: 8am ~ 5pm
37 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Q20: Emergency Phone Numbers? A: In case of emergency, please dial: Service Units Phone Service Summary Police Station 110 Criminal offence, traffic accidents and other incidents requesting police assistance Fire departments 119 Fire, assisting accident casualties and other emergencies requesting urgent assistance You can also call the hotline for 24 hours assistance at 0800-024-111 for foreigners in Taiwan. Living in Taiwan: http://iff.immigration.gov.tw/iffwelcome.asp It provides useful information including Visa, residence, health, housing, tax, traffic, tours, work and public service for foreign tourists or residents in Taiwan.
15. Introduction of Taiwan: A General Information Area: 36,000 square kilometers Population: 23 million Capital: Taipei City People: Chinese Language: Mandarin/Taiwanese/Hakka Religion: Buddhism/Taoism/Christianity/Islam/Catholicism Taiwan's total land area is only about 3,6000 square kilometers; it is shaped like a tobacco leaf that is narrow at both ends. It lies off the southeastern coast of mainland Asia, across the Taiwan Strait from Mainland China-- a solitary island on the western edge of the Pacific Ocean. To the north lies Japan and Okinawa, to the south is the Philippines. Many airlines fly to Taiwan, helping make it the perfect travel destination. Taiwan lies on the western edge of the Pacific "rim of fire," and continuous tectonic movements have created majestic peaks, rolling hills and plains, basins, coastlines, and other wonders. Taiwan sees climates of many types: tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate, providing clear differentiation between the different seasons. There are about 18,400 species of wildlife on the island, with more than 20% belonging to rare or endangered species; among these are the land-locked salmon, Taiwan mountain goat, Formosan rock monkey, Formosan black bear, blue magpie, Mikado pheasant, Hsuehshan grass lizard, and many more. The government has established 6 national parks and 12 national scenic areas to preserve Taiwan's best natural ecological environment and cultural sites. Take in the splendor and sheer heights of the cliffs at Taroko Gorge; take a ride on the Alishan train--one of only three mountain railways in the world--and experience the breathtaking sunset and sea of clouds; hike up to the summit of Northeast Asia's highest peak, Jade Mountain. You can also soak up the sun in Kending, Asia's version of Hawaii; stand at the edge of Sun Moon Lake; traipse through the East Rift Valley; or visit the offshore islands of Kinmen and Penghu. It's fun in capital letters as well as an awesome journey of natural discovery! The cultural aspects are also not to be missed. The blending of Hakka, Taiwanese, and mainland Chinese cultures has produced a rich plethora of cultural and social color. Whether it is religion, architecture, language, living habits, or food, it's just one big exciting melting pot! Food is the best representative of this cultural mixing and matching. Aside from cuisines from different parts of the mainland such as Zhejiang, 38 Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Hunan, Guangdong, Yunnan, Shanghai, Beijing, Sichuan, and others, there is also the local Taiwanese cuisine, as well as the local delicacies of each area.
B Travel Information Time: GMT/UTC plus eight hours Electricity: 110V, 60 Hz Currency: The Republic of China's unit of currency is the New Taiwan Dollar (NT$), which has five denominations in paper money and five in coins. Paper money comes in NT$2000, NT$1000, NT$500, NT$200, and NT$100 denominations. Coins come in NT$50, NT$20, NT$10, NT$5 and NT$1 denominations. Bus: In Taipei city, the standard fare is NT$15, and in Taoyuan City, the standard fare is NT$20, more if you need to cover several zones. Taxi: The basic fare is NT$75, NT$5 for additional 500 meters. MRT (Mass Rapid Transit): Fares range from NT$20 to NT$60
C Temperature Don't worry too much about getting burnt by the dazzling sun; the island of Taiwan is located in the subtropical climate zone, and the sun is not as stinging hot as it seems from its brightness. Furthermore, the island is surrounded by oceans; and the ocean breezes, which are the reason for Taiwan's humid weather, will surely make you completely forget the dry cold back home. If you are from a low-latitude country, you will certainly revel in the nice warmth of Taiwan's sun. Because of the coolness that hangs in the air, it is a welcoming change from the simmering heat of your native country. You can do some hiking in the mountains, surrounding yourself with the beautiful trees of the forest while inhaling some of that pure and fresh air that blows on the island of Taiwan. Taiwan enjoys warm weather all year round. The strongest fluctuations in weather conditions are during spring and winter, while during summer and autumn the weather is relatively stable. Taiwan is extremely suitable for traveling, as the annual average temperature is a comfortable 22 degrees Celsius with lowest temperatures ranging from 12 to 17 degrees Celsius (54-63 Fahrenheit). Therefore, with the exception of a few mountain areas where some traces of snow can be found during winter, no snow can be seen throughout Taiwan. When summer is about to dismiss spring (March to May), continuously drizzling rain will sometimes fall on Taiwan. When visiting Taiwan during this period, remember to carry an umbrella at all times; because although it might seem romantic to have a stroll in the rain, it is no fun to travel when you're soaking wet. During the summer (June to August) typhoons sometimes reach the island. During this period we suggest you keep an eye on weather reports, because during typhoon weather the roaring waves at the coast are not to be regarded as one of Taiwan's tourist scenes. During autumn (September to October) you can wholeheartedly enjoy the cool and soothing weather, while Taiwan's relatively warm and short winter (November to February) is the time for you to admire the beautifully colored maple trees in mountain areas. The cold fronts that reach Taiwan sporadically are greatly favored by the island's hot spring lovers.
D Information Tourism Bureau https://eng.taiwan.net.tw/ Central Weather Bureau http://www.cwb.gov.tw/eng/index.htm Youth Travel in Taiwan https://youthtravel.tw/
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Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Appendix B Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment Form (Please have it completed by parents/ guardians and bring it to the Orientation when you arrive in MCU.)
Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment needs to be completed by the parents (guardians). Please print or type in capitals. The functions of the agreement are listed below:
A In case of medical emergency of the student and need for emergency treatment, Ming Chuan University will try to notify parents (guardians) or person listed on the agreement as an emergency contact. B In case of a medical emergency concerning the student, at a time when the parents (guardians) or listed emergency contacts, for any reason, cannot be reached, the school and its employees have the full power to act on parents (guardians) or the student’s behalf for the following treatments: 1. Administer first aid; 2. Authorize a medical doctor to examine or treat my child; 3. Arrange for the transportation of my child, whether by ambulance or otherwise, to a proper facility where emergency medical treatment is normally administered, including but not limited to, an emergency room of a hospital, a doctor’s office, or a medical clinic; 4. Sign releases as may be required in order to obtain any medical or surgical treatment as is required in the judgment of medical authorities at the facility C Contact Information Office of International Student Service (OISS Taipei Campus) Tel:+886-2-2882-4564 ext. 2697, 2698 E-mail: [email protected]
Office of International Student Service (OISS Taoyuan Campus) Tel: +886-3-350-7001 ext. 3611, 3311 E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]
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Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment I, ______[name of parent/guardian], understand that in the case of emergency of my child, ______[name], Ming Chuan University, Taiwan will given name / family name given name / family name try to notify me or the person I have listed below as an emergency contact. In case of a medical emergency concerning my child, at a time when I or my listed emergency contact, for any reason, cannot be reached, I hereby grant with full power to MCU and its employees to act on my or my child’s behalf the following treatments: 1. Administer first aid; 2. Authorize a medical doctor to examine or treat my child; 3. Arrange for the transportation of my child, whether by ambulance or otherwise, to a proper facility where emergency medical treatment is normally administered, including but not limited to, an emergency room of a hospital, a doctor’s office, or a medical clinic; and 4. Sign releases as may be required in order to obtain any medical or surgical treatment as is required in the judgment of medical authorities at the facility. I hereby agree to accept the financial responsibilities for any cost thus incurred in the treatment of any illness, accident. I further agree that in the process of seeking or providing such treatment, neither Ming Chuan University nor its employees shall be liable, de facto or de jure, for any complications that may arise thereof.
The following persons are appointed as my/our child’s Emergency Contact (if I/we cannot be reached): 1. Name ______Phone Numbers: Home) ______Office)______Cell)______2. Name ______Phone Numbers: Home) ______Office)______Cell)______3. Name ______Phone Numbers: Home) ______Office)______Cell)______
______Signature of Parent/Guardian
______Printed name of Parent/Guardian
Phone Numbers: Home)______Office)______Cell)______Date: ______
The authorization comes into force upon legally-binding signature. This information will be kept confidential in the possession of the university. Should the need arise, this information may be given to the proper medical authorities.
Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound Appendix C Volunteer Native-Chinese Student Tutor Application Form (Please hand it in on the Orientation when you arrive in MCU.)
For International Exchange Student
1. Name：______( In Chinese：______) 2. Date of Birth：______( month/ date/ year ) 3. Sex： M F 4. International Exchange Student ID Number：______5. Your interesting in learning Mandarin： Listening Speaking Reading Writing Culture
6. Available Time：(Please arrange _____ hours per week) Monday □ 08:00~09:00 09:00~10:00 10:00~11:00 11:00~12:00 □ Taipei □ 13:00~14:00 14:00~15:00 15:00~16:00 16:00~17:00 □ Taoyuan Tuesday □ 08:00~09:00 09:00~10:00 10:00~11:00 11:00~12:00 □ Taipei □ 13:00~14:00 14:00~15:00 15:00~16:00 16:00~17:00 □ Taoyuan Wednesday □ 08:00~09:00 09:00~10:00 10:00~11:00 11:00~12:00 □ Taipei □ 13:00~14:00 14:00~15:00 15:00~16:00 16:00~17:00 □ Taoyuan Thursday □ 08:00~09:00 09:00~10:00 10:00~11:00 11:00~12:00 □ Taipei □ 13:00~14:00 14:00~15:00 15:00~16:00 16:00~17:00 □ Taoyuan Friday □ 08:00~09:00 09:00~10:00 10:00~11:00 11:00~12:00 □ Taipei □ 13:00~14:00 14:00~15:00 15:00~16:00 16:00~17:00 □ Taoyuan Saturday □ 08:00~09:00 09:00~10:00 10:00~11:00 11:00~12:00 □ Taipei □ 13:00~14:00 14:00~15:00 15:00~16:00 16:00~17:00 □ Taoyuan Sunday □ 08:00~09:00 09:00~10:00 10:00~11:00 11:00~12:00 □ Taipei □ 13:00~14:00 14:00~15:00 15:00~16:00 16:00~17:00 □ Taoyuan
7. Contact Information： Please write clearly! Dorm room number：
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Orientation (E202)
Administration Int’l Office 2nd Building (A. Bldg.) Fl., A Bldg.
Jiantan MRT Station (R15) Exit 1 MCU Taipei Campus
Jihe Campus
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Int’l Office Q105
Orientation Administration (M104) Building (Q. Bldg.)
Men & Women’s Off-campus Dorm 10-minute walk
Traffic circle
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Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound 附錄一 愛滋篩檢與治療費用通知書 (請健檢醫院將此通知書併同健康檢查證明發給受檢者) 一、 中華民國政府已修改法規，取消非本國籍人類免疫缺乏病毒(HIV)感染者之入 境、停留及居留限制，也取消此項健康檢查項目。 二、 由於非本國籍人士在中華民國治療 HIV 感染之費用，中華民國政府不提供補 助，每年治療費用約為新臺幣三十萬元(約美金一萬元)，建議非本國籍人士 先於母國接受 HIV 篩檢，了解自身健康狀況；如為 HIV 感染者，建議留在母 國接受治療。欲來中華民國工作者，請先行購買醫療保險，以免造成個人財 務負擔。 三、 外籍人士進入中華民國後，可自行至醫院進行 HIV 篩檢，了解自身感染狀況， 傳染病諮詢電話為0800-001922。
Appendix 1 Notice for HIV Screening and Treatment Costs (Health examination hospitals shall issue this notice and health certificate to the examinee) 1. The Government of Republic of China (Taiwan) has revised its laws to lift restrictions on entry, stay and residence of non-ROC nationals infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in addition to removing this item from health examination. 2. The Government of Republic of China (Taiwan) does not offer subsidies to non-ROC nationals infected with HIV infection for treatment in Taiwan. The annual treatment costs for HIV is NTD$300,000 (approximately USD$10,000). It is strongly advised that non-ROC nationals to undergo HIV screening in their homeland prior to visiting Taiwan in order to understand their own health conditions. Persons infected with HIV are strongly advised to stay in their homeland for treatment. Persons intending to work in Taiwan are advised to purchase medical health insurance in advance to avoid financial burdens. 3. Upon entry into the Republic of China (Taiwan), foreigners may undergo HIV screening at a hospital to determine their infection status. The consultation hotline for infectious diseases is 0800-001922.
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附錄二 辦理居留或定居健康檢查補充說明事項 Appendix 2 Additional instructions of health examination for residence application 一、6 歲以下兒童免辦理健康檢查，但須檢具預防接種證明備查(年滿 1 歲以上者， 至少接種 1 劑麻疹、德國麻疹疫苗)。Children under 6 years of age are exempt from health examination, but the certificate of vaccination is necessary. (Child age one and above should get at least one dose of measles and rubella vaccines). 二、懷孕婦女及 12 歲以下兒童免驗胸部 X 光檢查；懷孕婦女於產後應補辦理胸 部 X 光檢查。Pregnant women and children under 12 years of age are exempt from chest X-ray examination; Pregnant women should undergo chest X-ray examination after the child’s birth. 三、得申請免驗胸部 X 光檢查之資格：來自結核病盛行率低於十萬分之三十的國 家，並檢具由精神科醫師出具申請人在心理上不適合進行胸部 X 光檢查之診 斷證明書，經衛生福利部疾病管制署審核通過者，始得免除此項檢查。 Qualifications for applying exemption from chest X-ray examination: People who are from countries with a tuberculosis prevalence rate of under 30/100,000 and who have received the physical examination certificate that deemed the individual as being unsuitable to undergo chest X-ray examination, which is verified by CDC, are exempt from the examination. 四、腸道寄生蟲糞便檢查採離心濃縮法。Stool examination for parasites should be done with centrifugal concentration. 五、15 歲以下兒童免驗梅毒血清檢查。Children under 15 years of age are exempt from serological test for syphilis. 六、漢生病檢查為全身皮膚檢查，受檢者可穿著內衣內褲，並由親友或女性醫護 人員陪同受檢。檢查時逐步分部位受檢，避免一次脫光全身衣物，維護受檢 者隱私。Hansen’s disease examination refers to careful examination of the entire body surface, which should be done with courtesy and respect to the applicant’s privacy. During the examination, the applicant is allowed to wear underwear and be accompanied by a friend or female medical personnel. Hospitals or clinics have the responsibility to protect the privacy of the applicant, and the examination should be done step by step. Hence, taking off all clothes at the same time should be avoided.
Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound 附錄三 免驗腸內寄生蟲糞便檢查之國家/地區表 Appendix 3 List of countries/areas not required to undergo stool examination for parasites 西太平洋區 Western Pacific Region 澳洲 Australia 汶萊 Brunei Darussalam 香港 Hong Kong 日本 Japan 澳門 Macao 紐西蘭 New Zealand 韓國 Republic of Korea 新加坡 Singapore 臺灣之無戶籍國民 nationals without registered permanent residence in Taiwan 東地中海區 Eastern Mediterranean Region 巴林 Bahrain 科威特 Kuwait 卡達 Qatar 沙烏地阿拉伯 Saudi Arabia 阿拉伯聯合大公國 United Arab Emirates 美洲區 Region of the Americas 阿根廷 Argentina 加拿大 Canada 智利 Chile 美國 United States of America 歐洲區 European Region 阿爾巴尼亞 Albania 安道爾 Andorra 亞美尼亞 Armenia 奧地利 Austria 白俄羅斯 Belarus 比利時 Belgium 波士尼亞與赫塞哥雅納 Bosnia and Herzegovina 保加利亞 Bulgaria 克羅埃西亞 Croatia 賽普勒斯 Cyprus 捷克 Czech Republic 丹麥 Denmark 愛沙尼亞 Estonia 芬蘭 Finland 法國 France 喬治亞 Georgia 德國 Germany 希臘 Greece 匈牙利 Hungary 冰島 Iceland 愛爾蘭 Ireland 以色列 Israel 義大利 Italy 哈薩克 Kazakhstan 拉脫維雅 Latvia 立陶宛 Lithuania 盧森堡 Luxembourg 馬爾他 Malta 摩納哥 Monaco 蒙特內哥羅 Montenegro 荷蘭 Netherlands 挪威 Norway 波蘭 Poland 葡萄牙 Portugal 摩爾多瓦 Republic of Moldova 羅馬尼亞 Romania 俄羅斯 Russian Federation 聖馬利諾 San Marino 塞爾維亞 Serbia 斯洛伐克 Slovakia 斯洛維尼亞 Slovenia 西班牙 Spain 瑞典 Sweden 瑞士 Switzerland 馬其頓 The former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia 土耳其 Turkey 土庫曼 Turkmenistan 烏克蘭 Ukraine 英國 United Kingdom
Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound 附錄四 免驗漢生病檢查之國家/地區表 Appendix 4 List of countries/areas not required to undergo examination for Hansen’s disease 西太平洋區 Western Pacific Region 澳洲 Australia 汶萊 Brunei Darussalam 香港 Hong Kong 日本 Japan 澳門 Macao 紐西蘭 New Zealand 韓國 Republic of Korea 新加坡 Singapore 臺灣之無戶籍國民 nationals without registered permanent residence in Taiwan 美洲區 Region of the Americas 加拿大 Canada 智利 Chile 美國 United States of America 歐洲區 European Region 阿爾巴尼亞 Albania 安道爾 Andorra 亞美尼亞 Armenia 奧地利 Austria 白俄羅斯 Belarus 比利時 Belgium 波士尼亞與赫塞哥雅納 Bosnia and Herzegovina 保加利亞 Bulgaria 克羅埃西亞 Croatia 賽普勒斯 Cyprus 捷克 Czech Republic 丹麥 Denmark 愛沙尼亞 Estonia 芬蘭 Finland 法國 France 喬治亞 Georgia 德國 Germany 希臘 Greece 匈牙利 Hungary 冰島 Iceland 愛爾蘭 Ireland 以色列 Israel 義大利 Italy 哈薩克 Kazakhstan 拉脫維雅 Latvia 立陶宛 Lithuania 盧森堡 Luxembourg 馬爾他 Malta 摩納哥 Monaco 蒙特內哥羅 Montenegro 荷蘭 Netherlands 挪威 Norway 波蘭 Poland 葡萄牙 Portugal 摩爾多瓦 Republic of Moldova 羅馬尼亞 Romania 俄羅斯 Russian Federation 聖馬利諾 San Marino 塞爾維亞 Serbia 斯洛伐克 Slovakia 斯洛維尼亞 Slovenia 西班牙 Spain 瑞典 Sweden 瑞士 Switzerland 馬其頓 The former Yugoslav Republic of 土耳其 Turkey Macedonia 土庫曼 Turkmenistan 烏克蘭 Ukraine 英國 United Kingdom
Student Handbook MCU International Exchange Program - inbound 附錄五：健康檢查不合格之認定及處理原則
檢查項目 不合格之認定及處理原則 胸部 X 光 一、活動性肺結核或結核性肋膜炎視為不合格。 肺結核檢查 二、非活動性肺結核視為合格，包括下列診斷情形：纖維化(鈣化)肺結核、 纖維化(鈣化)病灶及肋膜增厚。 三、經診斷為「疑似肺結核」或「無法確認診斷」者，請攜帶體檢報告、胸 部 X 光片至指定機構再檢查；所在縣市無指定機構者，得至鄰近醫院之胸 腔科門診再檢查。 四、不合格者得留臺治療後重新體檢，但時間依其停留簽證或入出境許可 證之效期為限。 腸內寄生蟲 一、經顯微鏡檢查結果為腸道蠕蟲蟲卵或其他原蟲類如：痢疾阿米巴 糞便檢查 原蟲 (Entamoeba histolytica)、鞭毛原蟲類，纖毛原蟲類及孢子蟲類者為 不合格。 二、經顯微鏡檢查結果為人芽囊原蟲及阿米巴原蟲類，如：哈氏阿米巴 （Entamoeba hartmanni）、大腸阿米巴（Entamoeba coli）、微小阿米巴 （Endolimax nana）、嗜碘阿米巴（Iodamoeba butschlii）、雙核阿米巴 （Dientamoeba fragilis）、 唇 形 鞭毛蟲(Chilomastix mesnili)等，可不予治療， 視為「合格」。 三、不合格者得接受治療，檢具複檢陰性證明者，視為合格。 四、妊娠孕婦如為寄生蟲檢查陽性者，視為合格；請於分娩後，進行治療。 梅毒血清 一、具下列任一條件，視為不合格： 檢查 (一)未曾接受梅毒治療或病史不清楚者，其血清非特異性梅毒螺旋體試驗及 特異性梅毒螺旋體試驗陽性。 (二)曾經接受梅毒治療者，其血清非特異性梅毒螺旋體試驗效價≧4 倍上升。 二、血清非特異性梅毒螺旋體試驗及特異性梅毒螺旋體試驗： (一)非特異性試驗：快速血漿反應素試驗(RPR)或性病研究實驗室試驗 (VDRL)。 (二)特異性試驗：梅毒螺旋體血液凝集試驗(TPHA)、梅毒螺旋體粒子凝集 試驗(TPPA)、梅毒抗體間接螢光染色法(FTA-abs)、梅毒螺旋體乳膠凝集試 驗(TPLA)、梅毒螺旋體酵素免疫分析法(EIA)或梅毒螺旋體化學冷光免疫分 析法(CIA)。 三、梅毒血清檢查如使用中央衛生主管機關所增列之檢驗方法，得於其他 下增列。 四、不合格者得接受治療，檢具治療證明者，視為合格。 麻疹及德國麻疹或德國麻疹抗體檢查報告為陰性或未確定者，且未檢具麻疹及德國麻 麻疹抗體檢疹預防接種證明者，視為不合格。但經醫師評估有麻疹及德國麻疹疫苗接 查 種禁忌者，視為合格。 漢生病檢查 一、經診斷為「須進一步檢查」者，請至指定機構進一步檢查；所在縣市
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無指定機構者，得至鄰近醫院之皮膚科門診。 二、不合格者得留臺治療後重新體檢，但時間依其停留簽證或入出境許可 證之效期為限。 註：胸部 X 光肺結核檢查或漢生病檢查之再檢查指定機構名單請洽衛生福利部 疾病管制署(http://www.cdc.gov.tw)/國際旅遊與健康/外國人健檢/健檢指定醫院/ 「胸部 X 光檢查確認機構名單」或「漢生病個案確診及治療指定機構」。
Appendix 5: Principles in determining the health examination failed and further procedures
Test Principles in determining the health examination failed and further procedures Chest X-ray for 1. Active pulmonary tuberculosis or tuberculous pleurisy is failed. Tuberculosis 2. Non-active pulmonary tuberculosis including calcified pulmonary tuberculosis, calcified foci and enlargement of pleura, is considered passed. 3. Those who are determined to be “TB suspect” or whose results are diagnosed “pending” diagnosis by the designated hospital in Taiwan must take the report and X-ray films to the referred institution for re-examination; those living in cities/counties without a referred institution, please visit the department of chest medicine at a nearby hospital. 4. People with failed results are allowed to stay for re-examination after receiving treatment, but the duration of stay depends on his/her vistor visa or entry/exit permit. Stool 1. By microscope examination, cases are determined failed if intestinal helminthes Examination eggs or other protozoa such as Entamoeba histolytica, flagellates, ciliates and for Parasites sporozoans are detected. 2. Blastocystis hominis and Amoeba protozoa such as Entamoeba hartmanni, Entaboeba coli, Endolimax nana, Iodamoeba butschlii, Dientamoeba fragilis, Chilomastix mesnili found through microscope examination are considered passed and no treatment is required. 3. People with failed results can accept treatment, and people with negative re-examination results are considered passed. 4. Pregnant women who have positive result for parasites examination are considered passed and please have medical treatment after the child’s birth. Serological Test 1. Meeting one of the following criterion are considered failed： for Syphilis (1) Without past history of syphilis therapy or with unknown history, the non-treponemal test and the treponemal test are positive. (2) With past history of syphilis therapy, the non-treponemal test titers are 4-fold rising. 2. Serological non-treponemal tests and treponemal tests: (1) Non-treponemal tests：RPR or VDRL. (2) Treponemal tests：TPHA, TPPA, TPLA, EIA, CIA, and FTA-abs. 3. Those who had failed serological test for syphilis but have accepted treatment are considered passed
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Measles and It is considered failed if measles or rubella antibody is negative (or equivocal) and Rubella no measles and rubella vaccination certificate issued. Those who have Antibody test contraindications, not suitable for vaccinations, are considered passed. Examination for 1. Those who are determined to need further examinations by the designated Hansen’s hospital in Taiwan must go to the referred institution for further examinations; Disease those living in cities/counties without a referred institution can visit the department of dermatology at a nearby hospital. 2. People with failed result are allowed to stay for re-examination after receiving treatment, but the duration of stay depends on his/her vistor visa or entry/exit permit.