The Handbook for Thai Students to Study in 23 Taiwanese Universities Compiled by Taipei Economic & Cultural office in Thailand Published in September, 2019 Content 1. TIGP@Academia Sinica……………………..………………1 2. National Taiwan University ....................................................7 3. National Chengchi University................................................20 4. National Chiao Tung University………………………..…39 5. National Chung Hsing University……………...…………52 6. National Changhua University of Education…...…………64 7. National Sun Yat-sen University……………………….…...81 8. National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism.94 9. National Cheng Kung University…………………………116 10. National Quemoy University ............................................132 11. Open University of Kaohsiung…………..........................146 12. Chinese Culture University………………………………158 13.Soochow University………………………………………174 14. Tamkang University………………………………...……185 15. Taipei University of Marine Technology………..……….200 16. Aletheia University………………………………………209 17. Chihlee University of Technology……………….………220 18. Ming Chi University of Technology………………….….232 19. Yuan Ze University ………..…………………………….241 20. China Medical University…………………..……………261 21. Feng Chia University.........................................................276 22. I-Shou University...............................................................290 23. Tajen University…………………………………….……305 TIGP@AS TIGP-II Provides you the BEST 1 Compiled by the TIGP@AS Office and Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in Thailand About Academia Sinica (AS) Academia Sinica was founded in 1928, it has been a historically global leading research institution as well as Taiwan’s national academy of sciences and the policy think tank. Academia Sinica 's 7 current Academicians and 9 Honorary Academicians are Nobel Laureates, and about 1,000 research fellows and specialists are affiliated with 31 research institutes on campus. To expand its substantial research link to top institutes globally, Academia Sinica has also established over 50 overseas and domestic research sites. Several recent research highlights include: cellular and molecular imaging, novel mass spectrometry technologies, cancer vaccines and new drugs, structural biology, chemical dynamics, Alzheimer’s disease research, ALMA-Taiwan Project, and Taiwan earthquakes research. Why study in Taiwan? Taiwan has an outstanding higher education system that provides opportunities for international students to study a wide variety of subjects from physical sciences, life sciences to social sciences and the humanities. In Taiwan you will experience a vibrant, modern society rooted in one of world’s most venerable cultures, and populated by some of the most friendly and hospitable people on the planet. According to the Institute of Economics and Peace’s annual Global Peace Index, Taiwan is ranked the 6th safest country in the Asia Pacific and 34th safest globally in 2018. Furthermore, the U.S. Patent and Trade Office (USPTO) reports that Taiwan ranked 5th in the world in 2015 and 2016 and 6th in the world in 2017 and 2018 in the number of patents granted by the USPTO which demonstrates that Taiwan is a leader in technological innovation. Life in Taiwan revolves around food, and you’ll be stunned by the variety of choices from street vendors, snack shops and restaurants in every town and city. Although Taiwan’s major cities feature a full selection of international cuisines, Taiwan’s native cuisine is unforgettable and has gained worldwide attention. (Source by Tourism Bureau of Taiwan) 2 Why study in TIGP@AS? TIGP is a short name for Taiwan International Graduate Program. It is jointly organized by Academia Sinica, the most preeminent academic institution in Taiwan, which in association with 10 leading national research universities, offers 12 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. TIGP@AS provides superior scientific training coupled with cutting-edge facilities and leading technologies to ensure our students are well supported both academically and socially. All Ph.D. programs are conducted in English so that candidates can be fully engaged in the learning and discovery process. Further, the program works very closely with Taiwan’s leading universities to make certain candidates have access to the best minds in their chosen field. Importantly, Academia Sinica offers graduate fellowship NT$ 34,000 (about US$ 1,050) per month to each admitted student for up to 3 years, based on satisfactory academic and research performance. Afterward, continuing financial support is provided by academic advisors. Additionally, every year, TIGP@AS also holds Travel Grant Award for encouraging students to join competitive global symposiums as well as several Distinguished Lectures inviting academic and entrepreneurial masters including Nobel Laureates. To facilitate students’ quicker adaptation to local environments, TIGP@AS provides them with free Mandarin language courses at the entry level, and a convenient and affordable fully-furnished on-campus dormitory. Furthermore, through Academia Sinica's substantial connections with first-rate institutions around the world, TIGP is able to make arrangements for students to visit and conduct research in renowned laboratories. What’s more, our graduates have been proved to be competitive in landing research positions in high-tech industry. Many of them are now working in well-known companies around the world and Taiwan, such as Samsung and TSMC. Last but not least, Academia Sinica has recently launched its National Biotechnology Research Park (NBRP) as a biotech industry corridor linking Taiwan to the global market. Right next to Academia Sinica’s campus, the NBRP will become a bridging platform for students to have more multidisciplinary research collaboration and occupational opportunities in the near future. TIGP Website: http://tigp.sinica.edu.tw/ 3 The 12 TIGP@AS interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs 1 Chemical Biology and Molecular Biophysics (CBMB) http://proj1.sinica.edu.tw/~tigpcbmb/ 2 Molecular Science and Technology (MST) http://tigp.iams.sinica.edu.tw/ 3 Molecular and Biological Agricultural Sciences (MBAS) http://abrc.sinica.edu.tw/mbas/ 4 Molecular and Cell Biology (MCB) http://www.imb.sinica.edu.tw/mcb/ 5 Bioinformatics (BIO) http://tigpbp.iis.sinica.edu.tw/tigpBIO/ 6 Nano Science and Technology (NANO) https://www.phys.sinica.edu.tw/TIGP-NANO/ 7 Molecular Medicine (MM) http://www.ibms.sinica.edu.tw/mmp/ 8 Earth System Science (ESS) http://www.rcec.sinica.edu.tw/tigp-ess// 9 Biodiversity (BIODIV) http://tigp-biodiv.biodiv.tw/ 10 Interdisciplinary Neuroscience (INS) http://npas.programs.sinica.edu.tw/ins/index.html 11 Sustainable Chemical Science & Technology (SCST) http://tigp-scst.chem.sinica.edu.tw/ 12 Social Networks and Human-Centered Computing (SNHCC) https://tigpsnhcc.iis.sinica.edu.tw/ 4 TIGP@AS Admission Online Application: https://tigp.apps.sinica.edu.tw/index.php Application Date: 1st November ~ 1st February (No registration fee) Requirements and Admission Criteria 1. Bachelor’s degree and/ or Master’s degree (some programs only accept applicants with Master’s degree, please check programs’ admission requirements) 2. English Proficiency Test Score: TOEFL, IELTS or GEPT 3. GRE Score (optional) 4. Transcripts (please provide an explanation for any non-standard grading system) 5. Three Letter of Recommendation 6. Statement of Purpose English proficiency Applicants whose first or native language is not English are required to take a test of English proficiency as part of the application procedure. Once of the following language test scores must be provided for application and the minimum requirements are summarized as follows: TOEFL IELTS GEPT Internet-based TOEFL 79 High-intermediate (TOEFL-iBT) 5.5* level Paper-based 550 *The minimum IELTS requirement for Bioinformatics program is 6.0 *Exemption from the English proficiency requirement The test of English proficiency can be exempted for applicants graduated from universities where English is the primary language of instruction, if the applicant provides an official certification issued by the university’s registrar office. The eligibility of exemption is subject to each program. 5 Summer International Internship Program (TIGP-IIP) It is a two-month intensive pre-doctoral research training program with 60 available slots for overseas students only. It provides hands-on training and scientific experience at Academia Sinica. There are 12 programs which are same as TIGP@AS 12 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. It offers NT$ 30,000 (about US$ 940) tax free fellowship per month and supports half of round way ticket in economy class. On-campus accommodation is arranged by the TIGP@AS Office at discounted rates. Online Application: https://tigpsip.apps.sinica.edu.tw/index.php Application Date: 1st January ~ 28th February Requirements and Admission Criteria: 1. Undergraduate students in their final year 2. Students pursuing a Master degree 3. Individuals holding a B.S. or Master degree (students enrolled in a Ph.D. degree program are not eligible for this internship) Contact Us For general enquiries of TIGP@AS and application, please contact TIGP@AS Office: Ms. Huan-Yi Shen Email: [email protected] For general enquiries of TIGP-IIP, please contact TIGP@AS Office: Ms. Nicole Chen Email: [email protected] 6 The Handbook for Thai Students Studying at National Taiwan University Compiled by National Taiwan University and Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in Thailand