STUDY IN TAIWAN 2017-2018 Featured Universities Taiwan’s Education System The people of Taiwan are very well educated, literacy is about 98.39%, and students from Taiwan score very high on international tests. These achievements are the product of cultural and societal values that hold education in high esteem, and the comprehensive education system created to achieve Taiwan’s goals of becoming a well-educated, economic and technological powerhouse on the world stage. Under the current education system, students may study for up to 20 years: 6 years of primary education, 3 years of junior high school, 3 years of senior secondary school, 4 to 7 years of college or university, 2 to 4 years for a master’s degree and 2 to 7 years for a doctoral degree. WHY TAIWAN? Study in Taiwan 2017-2018 Featured Universities FRIENDLY, SAFE, MODERN, CONVENIENT, and DYNAMIC are words commonly used to describe Taiwan. Its outstanding higher education system provides opportunities for international students to study a variety of courses and programs. Taiwan, the only place in the world where traditional Chinese writing is widely used, is an ideal place to learn Mandarin Chinese. Taiwan, a gateway to Asia, provides exciting chances to experience quality higher education and connect with the Asian job market. 10 Reasons to Study in Taiwan 1. Academic Resources and Quality 15.78% 2. Diverse Culture 12.83% 3. Reasonable and Affordable Tuition 11.25% 4. High-Standard Living Quality 10.93% 5. Better Opportunity for Further Study 10.89% 6. Available Scholarship 10.63% 7. Learning Chinese 10.05% 8. Better Opportunity for Seeking Jobs Back at Home Country 7.71% 9. Location 5.84% 10. Others 4.07% 1 TAIWAN, Republic of China Study in Taiwan 2017-2018 Featured Universities Capital city Number of universities Taipei 157 National Universities 33 Area Private Universities 37 36,193 sq km (13,973.3 sq miles) National Technological Universities & Colleges 17 Geographic location Private Technological Universities & Colleges 70 Eastern Asia, off southeastern coast of mainland China and north of the Philippines Number of students undertaking higher education Approximately 1,309,500 Weather Number of international students in 2016 - 2017 Annual average temperature is 22°C (lowest temperatures on the lowlands generally 116,416 range from 12° to 17°C ) Expenses to Study in Taiwan Tuition and miscellaneous academic fees Population Bachelor’s degree Around USD$1,500 - $1,800 Approximately 23,000,000 per semester Master’s degree / Ph.D. Around USD$1,600 - $2,000 Official language per semester Mandarin (with traditional Chinese character system) Meals Around USD$180 - $270 National currency per month New Taiwan Dollars (NT$ or TWD) Accommodation On campus Around USD$30 - $200 per month Major Airports 1. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Off campus Around USD$200 - $600 2. Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) per month (not including utilities) 2 Learning Chinese in TAIWAN Study in Taiwan 2017-2018 Featured Universities Taiwan is an ideal place for international students who want to learn Mandarin Chinese, also called Mandarin, Huayu, Guoyu, Hanyu, Putonghua, and Zhongwen in Chinese-speaking communities around the world, and Modern Standard Chinese. Taiwan is also an ideal place to learn to read and write Chinese characters, something that will enable you to communicate, in writing, with people who speak other Chinese dialects. The traditional character forms are still used in Taiwan. Learning these is essential for any student who plans to become a translator and they allow you to more fully appreciate the Chinese language, across the centuries. There are 52 Chinese Language Centers located at colleges and universities throughout Taiwan, offering classes year-round. The instruction and teaching materials are top-notch and designed to help students achieve their language goals. Outside of class, students will have innumerable opportunities to practice reading Chinese characters and speaking Mandarin with the friendly citizens of Taiwan. 3 Table of Contents Study in Taiwan 2017-2018 Featured Universities North Central A. TAIPEI E. NANTOU 06 Chinese Culture University 31 National Chi Nan University 07 Ming Chi University of Technology 08 National Chengchi University F. TAICHUNG 09 National Taipei University of 32 Asia University Nursing and Health Sciences 33 China Medical University 10 National Taipei University of Technology 34 Chung Shan Medical University 11 National Taiwan Normal University 35 Feng Chia University 12 National Taiwan University 36 Hsiuping University of 13 National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Science and Technology 37 National Chung Hsing University 14 National Yang-Ming University 38 National Taichung University of Education 15 Shih Chien University 39 Providence University 16 Soochow University 40 Tunghai University 17 Taipei Medical University 18 Tatung University G. YUNLIN 41 National Formosa University B. NEW TAIPEI CITY 42 National Yunlin University of 19 Fu Jen Catholic University Science and Technology 20 Hwa Hsia University of Technology 21 St.John's University H. CHIAYI 22 Tamkang University 43 Nanhua University 44 National Chiayi University C. TAOYUAN 23 Chung Yuan Christian University 24 Kainan University 25 National Central University 26 Yuan Ze University D. HSINCHU 27 Chung Hua University 28 National Chiao Tung University 29 National Tsing Hua University 30 Yuanpei University of Medical Technology 4 Study in Taiwan 2017-2018 Featured Universities South I. TAINAN Total: 55 45 Chang Jung Christian University ■ North: 25 46 Kun Shan University ■ Central: 14 47 National Cheng Kung University ■ South: 15 48 Southern Taiwan University of ■ East: 1 Science and Technology J. KAOHSIUNG B 49 Cheng Shiu University A 50 I-Shou University C 51 Kaohsiung Medical University 52 National Kaohsiung First University of Science and Technology D 53 National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism 54 National Sun Yat-sen University 55 National University of Kaohsiung F 56 Shu-Te University 57 Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages E G K. PINGTUNG 58 National Pingtung University H 59 National Pingtung University of Science and Technology I J East L L. TAITUNG K 60 National Taitung University 5 Chinese Culture University Do Something Great Office of International and Mainland China Affairs Email : [email protected] Chinese Culture University 中 國 文Tel 化: +886-2-28610511 大 學 Web : www.pccu.edu.tw INTRODUCTION PRIORITY AREAS Chinese Culture University established in 1962 with • Global Business the founding missions to carry forward Chinese • International Business Administration culture by means of inheriting and developing • Earth Science (Geography Section) the academic legacy, wisdoms of past Sages, and • National Development and Mainland China Studies Scientific achievements all over the world. With more • Biotechnology than 26,000 students in 62 undergraduate programs, 42 master programs, and 10 doctoral programs, CCU has developed as one of the most prestigious INFORMATION comprehensive universities in Taiwan. CCU has a vast collaboration and network with top Universities Students Total: 23,703 around the World. Our students come from 40 Undergraduate Graduate International different countries. CCU received the “National 20,814 1,942 947 Sustainable Development Award 2014” and “Friendly Colleges / Depts Campus Award 2015” in Taiwan and has played a leading role in the academic world, culturally, Colleges Depts Grad.Inst professionally and historically in Taiwan. 12 62 53 Private University Degree Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral 62 42 11 For International Students Taipei Bachelor Master Doctoral 62 39 11 1962 Established Faculty 1,182 Chinese Language Center 6 Ming Chi University of Technology MCUT make you the best one! Center of International Affairs Email : [email protected] Tel : +886-2-29089899 ext.3007 Technology Ming Chi University of 明志科技大學 Web : www.mcut.edu.tw INTRODUCTION PRIORITY AREAS Founded in 1963 and located in New Taipei city. • Industrial Internship Program “Residential schooling” and “part-time practical • Scholarship Opportunities for International Students training” are two of our longstanding school • High Employment Rate after Graduation traditions. To live on campus while studying helps • Six Research Centers students mould their characteristics and maintain a • Three Colleges, Ten Departments diligent attitude in daily life. As for working part-time outside the school, it is our objective to help students quickly accumulate practical abilities, INFORMATION gain real-life experiences, and learn the true meaning of diligence, perseverance, being down-to- Students Total: 3,958 earth, and searching to the root of things. Especially, Undergraduate Graduate International our overseas practical training program that began in 3,559 359 40 2006 has become the pioneer among all universities Colleges / Depts and colleges in the world. Colleges Depts Grad.Inst 3 10 11 Private Degree Programs Technological University Bachelor Master Doctoral 10 11 1 For International Students Bachelor Master Doctoral Taipei 10 11 1 1963 Established Faculty 188 7 National Chengchi University NCCU the Choice Office of International Cooperation Email : [email protected] National Chengchi University 國立政治大學Tel : +886-8-29393091 ext.62566 Web : oic.nccu.edu.tw INTRODUCTION PRIORITY AREAS National Chengchi University (NCCU) was established • IMBA (International MBA) in Nanjing in 1927, and relocated to Taipei in 1954.