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Welcome to TaiwanCongratulations on choosing Taiwan as your choice of destination for Education and career development!

When you arrive in Taiwan, you will reap the benefits of our world-class education system. You will experience a unique kind of education which promotes a learning style that unveils opportunities, encourages creativity and innovation and cultivates independence. We will equip you with valuable skills to give you a competitive edge in your academic, personal and professional development.

This guide contains all the basic information you will need to help you settle in Taiwan as a student. Whether your stay is short-term or for a few years, we would like you to feel at home with us. We are a cosmopolitan country and that gives you the opportunity to meet people from different cultures, experience foods from around the world and celebrate some of the richest cultural features of both the East and West.We wish you great success in every area of your studies and hope you enjoy your time in Taiwan.

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Table of ContentsWhy Study in Taiwan 031.1 About Taiwan1.2 The Education System/International Education in Taiwan1.3 The Elite StudyInTaiwan Program Office, ESIT1.4 The ESIT Consortium Universities1.5 International Graduate Programs1.6 Research Strengths of Taiwan’s Higher Education1.7 International Students in Taiwan

International Elite StudyInTaiwan Cooperation Project 192.1 Vietnam VEST 500 Project2.2 Vietnam Mekong 1000 Project2.3 Vietnam ECV 1000 Project2.4 Vietnam Danang City and University of Danang2.5 Indonesia Beasiswa Pemerintah Aceh Scholarship Project2.6 Indonesia-Taiwan DIKTI 3+1 Scholarship Project

How to Apply 203.1 Applying for a Degree Program3.2 The Application Process3.3 International Graduate Programs

Scholarships 354.1 Taiwan Scholarship4.2 The ESIT Southern Sunshine Scholarship (SSS)4.3 Scholarship Opportunities from ESIT Consortium Universities4.4 The TIGP Scholarship

Living in Taiwan 375.1 Students Union in Taiwan5.2 Accommodations5.3 Services

Useful information 406.1 Getting Proper Visa6.2 Before Your Arrival

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Why Study In Taiwan

▪ About Taiwan ▪ The Education System (International Education in Taiwan)▪ The Elite StudyInTaiwan Program Office, ESIT (Scholarship Students Visitation Plan, Prospect)

▪ The ESIT Consortium Universities ▪ International Graduate Programs▪ Research Strengths of Taiwan’s Higher Education▪ International Students in Taiwan

In addition to information technology products, Taiwan also has a strong and well developed higher education system. There are 162 higher education institutions in Taiwan with different emphases in academic research, teaching, and technical education. Taiwan's society is known for her sincere hospitality. Its universities which are both safe and culturally rich are strong in research and committed to teaching excellence. These qualities make Taiwan a great place to pursue higher education.

•World-Class, Affordable Education 2012 statistical survey conducted by the Institute for Scientific Information (ISI) •For the number of research publications, Taiwan ranked 17th in SCI (Science Citation Index)•13th in SSCI (Social Science Citation Index)•12th in EI (Engineering Index)•5th in The Global Competitiveness Report 2011-2012 by WEF (The World Economic Forum), in the category of “Quality of math and science education”•19th among 142 countries in the category of “Quality of the educational system”.•6th among 142 countr ies in the Global Information Technology Report 2012 by WEF (The World Economic Forum), in the category of “Business and innovation environment”.From 2004 to 2012, Taiwan's SCI and SSCI publications ranking has risen to 17th worldwide. The WEF (The World Economic Forum) Global Competitiveness Report has also given a high ranking to Taiwan's higher education and training sector. However, despite its world-class quality and competitiveness, the cost of education and living in Taiwan is still very reasonable and affordable.

•Rich Culture & Friendly PeopleMulticultural development has been a major characteristic of Taiwan’s society as it is a focal point for regional culture and global business events.

•Highly Developed IndustriesTaiwan has been known for i ts m a n u f a c t u r i n g o f i n fo r m a t i o n technology products. Specifically, Taiwan is an internationalized place with vigorous industry and business operations competing with the best minds in the whole world on a daily basis.

• English-Friendly EnvironmentTaiwan is working hard to create a fr iendly international and English s p e a k i n g e n v i r o n m e n t f o r o u r international friends. Government offices and public affairs offices have created English and Chinese websites in order to assist individuals to access information and services, in a more efficient and convenient manner.

• Gateway to the Asia PacificTaiwan is situated at the center of the Asian Pacific rim and is the gateway to East Asia; especially to the greater China region. Taiwan is highly accessible from Asia Pacific countries and its transportation industry connects it to the whole world. This makes Taiwan a great place to start your advanced studies and career.

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• The CountryTaiwan, also known as Formosa (from Portuguese: Ilha Formosa, "Beautiful Island"), is an island situated in East Asia and located off the southeastern coast of Mainland China. "Taiwan" is also commonly referred to as the Republic of China (R.O.C.). The capital city of R.O.C. is Taipei.Separated from the area commonly referred to as Mainland China by the 120 kilometers wide Taiwan Strait, the main island of Taiwan is 394 kilometers long and 144 kilometers wide. To the northeast are the main islands of Japan and the East China Sea, with the southern end of the Ryukyu Islands of Japan directly to the east; the Philippines lie to Taiwan’s south across the Bashi Channel. The mountainous island spans the Tropic of Cancer and is covered by tropical and subtropical vegetation.

1.1 About Taiwan

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• Climate Taiwan generally enjoys an oceanic and subtropical monsoon climate. The entire island experiences hot, humid weather from June through September. The temperature during the cool, mild winters averages 18˚C / 64˚F, while in the summer the average temperature rises to 31˚C / 88˚F. Taiwan’s annual weather patterns are strongly influenced by the East Asian monsoonal flow. The winter monsoon lasts from October to late March and brings continuous rain to Northeastern Taiwan, while the central and southern parts of the island experience mostly sunny winters. Many of Taiwan’s offshore islands are buffeted by powerful winds during this time. The summer monsoon begins with the “plum rain” season (which is named due to its coincidence with the plum season) in May and June and usually ends in late September. During this period, the South experiences high levels of precipitation while the North remains comparatively dry. Natural hazards such as typhoons from May to September and earthquakes are common in the region.

• LanguagesThe written language, which is intelligible to speakers of all Sinitic tongues, is Chinese, and is the only pictograph-based writing system still in use on a large scale. While Mainland China chose to adopt “simplified” characters in a bid to ameliorate the problem of widespread ill iteracy, in Taiwan “traditional” written characters are still employed. Though the official spoken language of R.O.C. is Mandarin Chinese, large segments of the population also speak Hoklo or Hakka.

• Exchange rateThe exchange rate for Taiwan is about 32 NT dollars per 1 US dollar. It generally fluctuates in the 31-34 range. You can find the exact daily rate for any currency from the Bank of Taiwan website at: http://www.bot.com.tw/english/Pages/default.aspx

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• Special Weathers of Taiwan and Earthquakes

Although Taiwan is located in the subtropics, in winter, cold fronts from Siberia often drive temperatures to below 10 degrees Celsius and high mountainous areas even receive snow. In summer, however, due to the influence of the subtropical Pacific high-pressure system, temperatures frequently rise to 35 degrees Celsius and above. The island’s mercurial weather patterns are further complicated by the Central Mountains. Taiwan experiences relatively frequent seismic activity due to its location on the circum-Pacific seismic belt at the junction of the Manila and Ryukyu trenches along the west side of the Philippine Sea plate (PSP). Geologists have identified a total of 42 active faults on

the island. According to the Central Weather Bureau, from 1994 to 2011, about 22,000 earthquakes occurred annually in the Taiwan area, of which around 1,000 were felt by people each year. In Central and Western Taiwan, earthquakes are less frequent, of a smaller scale and with shallower focal depths. There was one exception to this, however, on September 21, 1999, when a major earthquake occurred near Jiji Township in Nantou County, about 150 kilometers south of Taipei, registering 7.3 on the Richter scale. It was the largest seismic event to affect Taiwan in the 20th century.

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•CultureThe culture of Taiwan is a blend of Confucianism, Han Chinese, Japanese, European, American, global, local, and Taiwanese Aboriginal cultures, which are often perceived in both traditional and modern understandings. The common socio-political experience in Taiwan gradually developed into a sense of Taiwanese cultural identity and a feeling of Taiwanese cultural awareness, which has been widely debated domestically. In recent years, the concept of Taiwanese multiculturalism has been proposed as a relatively apolitical alternative view, which has allowed for the inclusion of Mainlanders and other minority groups in the continuous redefining of Taiwanese culture as collectively held systems of meaning and customary patterns of thought and behavior shared by the people of Taiwan.

Popular sports in Taiwan include: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Martial ar ts, Swimming, Table tennis, Tennis and Volleyball.Taiwanese tea culture includes tea arts, the tea ceremony, and a very social way of enjoying tea. The most common teas are Oolongs, especially Taiwanese Oolong teas such as Iron Goddess tea and Alpine Oolong tea. Many of the classical arts can be seen in the tea culture, for example: calligraphy, flower arts, incense arts, and so on.Karaoke is incredibly popular in Taiwan, where it is termed KTV (karaoke television). This is an example of something the Taiwanese have drawn, on scale, from contemporary Japanese culture. During typhoons, many young Taiwanese will spend the day singing karaoke or playing mahjong. Many people enjoy watching miniseries, collectively called Taiwanese drama.Boasting over 9,200 convenience stores in an area of 35,980 km² and a population of 22.9 million, Taiwan has the Asia Pacific’s, and perhaps the world’s, highest density of convenience stores per person: one store per 2,500 people or .0004 stores per person. Cell phones are very popular in Taiwan. The mobile penetration rate stands at just over 100%. Because of their high use, phones in Taiwan have many functions and are becoming cheaper. Hip-hop culture from the United States also flourishes in Taiwan. You can get more information about Taiwan culture at: http://www.culture.tw/

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• Compulsory Education The Ministr y of Education (MOE) has implemented a sys tem of n ine -year compulsory education, including 6 years of primary education and 3 years of junior high school education. After junior high school, students may apply for or take entrance examinations to attend senior high school or vocational high school.

• Senior High and Senior Vocational Education

There are two types of institutions above the junior high school level. These include senior high school and vocational high school, both of which take three years to complete. Vocational high schools offer courses in areas such as agriculture, industry, business, marit ime studies, marine products, medicine, nursing, home economics, drama and arts.

• Junior College EducationJunior colleges fall into two categories: the five-year junior college and the two-year junior college, each having a different set of admission requirements. Five-year junior colleges admit junior high school graduates and offer a five-year course of study. Two-year junior colleges admit vocational high school graduates and offer a two-year course of study.

• Undergraduate EducationUniversity undergraduate programs require four years of study. However, students who are unable to fulfill their requirements

within the designated time may be granted extension of up to two years.Specialized undergraduate programs such as dentistry or medicine require six to seven years, including an internship period of one year.

• Graduate EducationGraduate programs leading to a master's or doctoral degree require one to four years and two to seven years, respectively. However, students who enter graduate school as part of their on-job training can be granted an extension if they fail to finish the required courses or to complete their thesis or dissertation on time.

•International Education in TaiwanThe number of international students i n Ta i w a n h a s i n c r e a s e d w i t h t h e internationalization efforts of the higher education institutions from 7,844 students in 2003 to 43,957 in 2013, mainly studying in language, business and administration

1.2 The Education SystemIn terms of higher education, there are 162 higher educational institutions in Taiwan with different emphases in academic research, teaching, and technical education. Among them are 120 universities (47 public) and 42 colleges (6 public), with 15 focusing on vocational training.

With respect to the general education system, the educational structure comprises of schooling stages at different levels with approximately 22 years of formal study. The entire process includes 2 years of preschool education, 6 years of primary school, 3 years of junior high school, 3 years of senior high school, 4 years of college or university (7 years for medical school), 2-4 years of master's degree program studies, and 4-7 years of doctoral degree program studies.

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(A)Scholarship Students Visitation PlanThe Elite StudyInTaiwan Program Office (ESIT) will head to each of the schools home to the Special Project publicly funded students to conduct a visitation plan; furthermore, it will hold an exchange forum together with the students. The objective is to show proactive care towards the studying and living conditions of the scholarship students in Taiwan. ESIT would also like to see if there are any areas where it can be of assistance and let the students understand the dedication and care of i ts of f ice members. After the students have arrived in Taiwan, ESIT hopes that students will be able to get to know more friends in the ESIT community and experience the warmth it has to offer.

(B)ProspectsCommencing in 2010, ESIT began extending i ts ser v ices to the human resource development projects and educational institutions in Southeast Asia and South Asia. Through international cooperation and the Scholarship Students Visitation Plan, ESIT hopes that all the scholarship students will find satisfaction with the education conditions and environment in Taiwan, and that they will be left with a very favorable impression of the Taiwan education system so that when they return home they will continue to share their positive experience with others through word of mouth. With support from the Ministry of Education and the participation of the ESIT Consortium universities, ESIT anticipates its continuous contribution to the international talent mobility and cultivation in Asia and around the globe.

1.3 The Elite StudyInTaiwan Program Office (ESIT)The Elite StudyInTaiwan Program Office (ESIT) is authorized by the Ministry of Education to provide services and create opportunities for higher education collaboration between Taiwan and the greater international community. The ESIT Program Office acts as a platform for academic exchange and coordinated services for international talent mobility and cultivation. One of the tasks the ESIT Program Office is charged with is to serve as a bridge for international students who wish to benefit from the quality higher education system in Taiwan.

and engineering. The international students are from 163 countries around the world with about 73% from Asia. The top 5 source countries are Japan (3,627), Vietnam (3,292), Indonesia (3,071), Republic of Korea (2,725), and Malaysia (7,574).Most international students study in the area of Language (13.66%) and Business and Management (56.56%) although many also focus their studies in Engineering (26.30%).

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1.4 The ESIT Consortium Universities In order to coordinate the international education efforts for increased synergy among the universities in Taiwan, the ESIT has formed the ESIT Consortium consisting of 64 partner universities in Taiwan to offer more than 300 high quality English-instructed academic programs. The ESIT Consortium universities offer quality international learning programs and environments to benefit both international and domestic students. The ESIT Consortium universities also offer high quality academic programs along with research projects, scholarship opportunities and cultural activities.

Asia University National Dong Hwa UniversityChang Gung University National Formosa UniversityChaoyang University of Technology National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and TourismChia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science National Kaohsiung First University of Science and TechnologyChienkuo Technology University National Kaohsiung Marine UniversityChina Medical University National Kaohsiung University of Applied SciencesChung Hua University National Pingtung Institute of CommerceChung Shan Medical University National Pingtung University of Science and TechnologyChung Yuan Christian University National Sun Yat-Sen UniversityChinese Culture University National Taichung University of EducationDayeh University National Taichung University of Science and TechnologyFar East University National Taipei UniversityFeng Chia University National Taipei University of Nursing and Health ScienceFooyin University National Taipei University of TechnologyFortune Institute of Technology National Taiwan Ocean University

Fu Jen Catholic University National Taiwan Sport UniversityI-Shou University National Taiwan University of ArtsKaohsiung Medical University National Taiwan University of Science and TechnologyKun Shan University National Yang-Ming UniversityLunghwa University of Science and Technology National Yunlin University of Science and TechnologyMing Chuan University Overseas Chinese UniversityMingdao University Providence UniversityMinghsin University of Science and Technology Shih Chien UniversityNanhua University Soochow UniversityNational Central University Southern Taiwan University of Science and TechnologyNational Cheng Kung University Ta Hwa University of Science and TechnologyNational Chengchi University Taipei Medical UniversityNational Chi Nan University Taipei Municipal University of EducationNational Chiao Tung University Tamkang UniversityNational Chiayi University Tatung UniversityNational Chung Cheng University Vanung UniversityNational Chung Hsing University Yuan Ze University

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UniversitiesVEST 500

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1000 Project Aceh ProjectIndonesia-

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Asia University V V V V 　 V V

Chang Gung University V V V V 　 V V

Chaoyang University of Technology V V V V V V V

Chienkuo Technology University V V V 　　　 V

China Medical University V V V V V V V

Chinese Culture University V V V V V V V

Chung Hua University V V V V V V V

Chung Shan Medical University V 　　　　　　

Chung Yuan Christian University V V V V V V V

Dayeh University V V V V V V V

Far East University V V V 　 V

Feng Chia University V V V 　 V V V

Fooyin University V V V V 　 V

Fortune Institute of Technology V V V V 　 V

Fu Jen Catholic University V V 　 V 　

I-Shou University V 　 V V 　

Kaohsiung Medical University V V V V 　 V V

Kun Shan University V V V V V V V

Lunghwa University of Science and Technology V V 　 V V V

Mingdao University V V V 　 V V 　

Minghsin University of Science and Technology V 　 V 　　 V V

Nanhua University V V V V V V V

National Central University V V V V V V V

National Cheng Kung University V V V V 　 V V

National Chengchi University V 　 V V 　　　

National Chi Nan University V V V 　 V V V

National Chiao Tung University V V V V V V V

National Chiayi University V V 　　　　　

National Chung Cheng University V 　 V 　　 V V

National Chung Hsing University V V V V V V V

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National Dong Hwa University V V V V V V V

National Formosa University 　 V 　　 V 　　

National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism V V V V V V 　

National Kaohsiung First University of

Science and Technology V V V V V V V

National Kaohsiung Marine University V V V 　　 V V

National Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences V V V V V V V

National Pingtung Institute of Commerce V V V V V V V

National Pingtung University of Science and Technology V V V V V V V

National Sun Yat-sen University V V V V 　　 V

National Taichung University of Education V V V V V V V

National Taichung University of Science and Technology 　 V 　　　　　

National Taipei University V V 　 V V V V

National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Science V V V 　 V V V

National Taipei University of Technology V V V V V V V

National Taiwan Ocean University V V V V V V V

National Taiwan Sport University 　 V 　　 V 　　

National Taiwan University of Arts 　 V 　　　　　

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology V V V V V

National Yang-Ming University 　　 V 　　　　

National Yunlin University of Science and Technology V V V V V V 　

Overseas Chinese University 　 V V 　 V 　　

Providence University V V V 　 V V V

Shih Chien University 　 V V 　 V 　　

Soochow University 　　 V 　　　　

Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology V V V V V V V

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Ta Hwa University of Science and Technology 　 V 　　 V V 　

Taipei Medical University V V V V V V V

Taipei Municipal University of Education V V 　 V 　 V 　

Tamkang University 　　 V 　　　 V

Tatung University V V V V V V V

Vanung University V 　 V 　　 V V

Yuan Ze University V V V V V V V

1.5 ESIT International Graduate ProgramsThere are currently more than 300 English-instructed bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral international graduate programs in 15 faculties offered by the 64 ESIT Consortium universities. These faculties include Agriculture, Architecture and Design, Business and Information Management, Communications, Education, Humanities, Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Science, Earth Science, Law, Social Science, Life Science, Medicine and Health, Sports and Recreation.

1.6 Research Strengths of Taiwan’s Higher EducationAlong with Taiwan's global leadership in information technology and electronics industries, its strong higher education system makes Taiwan an ideal choice for international students to further their education.

According to the 2012 statistical survey conducted by the Institute for Scientific Information (ISI) regarding the number of research publications, Taiwan ranked 17th in SCI (Science Citation Index) and 13th in SSCI (Social Science Citation Index). Taiwan also ranked 12th in EI (Engineering Index), the largest engineering database. In The Global Competitiveness Report 2011-2012 by WEF (The World Economic Forum), in the field of “Quality of math and science education” Taiwan was ranked 5th. In the field of “Quality of the educational system” Taiwan was ranked 19th among 142 countries. In the Global Information Technology Report 2012 by WEF, in the field of “Business and innovation environment”, Taiwan was ranked 6th among 142 countries. This reveals the high R&D capability of Taiwan’s universities and the technology orientated infrastructure of its society.

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1.7 International Students in Taiwan

Vu Duy Tung from VietnamBachelor Program of Biotechnology National Chung Hsing UniversityI am a foreign student. When I applied for the Vest 500 program I did not know anything about Taiwan, but today I have lived here for three years— so I want to share with everyone some of my experiences about living in Taiwan.Taiwan is a small island in Eastern Asia; its climate is marine tropical, so I feel very comfortable here. But from January to May, do not forget your umbrella when you go out, because this time is the rainy season. In addition, you should be

careful about typhoons (common between July and October) and earthquakes. In fact, it will not be a big trouble if you live in the city.Living in Taiwan is a good chance for me to enjoy Chinese foods: beef noodles, roasted duck, smoked chicken and BBQ; especially during Mid-autumn Festival. Taiwanese style fast-food chains in the night markets are my favorite; very tasty, very cheap. But they caused me have a problem with my weight. My BMI has moved up to 26 after I came to Taiwan to study.In Taiwan, the official national language is Mandarin. I spent my first year in Chung Yuan University learning Chinese, and formerly passed the intermediate level on the test, which is called TOCFL (the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language- standardized test developed for non-native speakers of Chinese). This certificate is a required document to apply for studies in my university. In my opinion, speaking Chinese is the most important ability to study here because almost every professor uses Chinese in class. The first semester, I did not understand what my professor was saying. Before the exam, I spent all my effort and invested my heart to studying the textbook and class materials and used English to answer the questions. It was a very terrible semester and I failed three subjects.In fact, listening to and speaking Chinese are not difficult. I enjoy my time with the Taiji club (one kind of martial arts). Every morning, I wake up at six o'clock and go to campus to practice Taiji for about one hour with my friend. Taiji is so wonderful. For me, it is not only a martial art but also a philosophy. After practicing, we eat breakfast together, chat about our subjects, classmate or even about girls. Chatting with them is the best method to learn Chinese. In addition, I usually go to the library to read some Chinese novel like: "You are the Apple of My Eyes", "Girlfriend, Boyfriend" or "The Legend of the Condor Heroes". If it is raining, I will stay at home and watch a Taiwanese movie without subtitles. These are my methods to learn Chinese. Nowadays, I can use Chinese to communicate with locals or report to my professor.Three years is not a long time but it is enough for me to fall in love with Taiwan. I will live here at least until 2015, and I hope Taiwan will become my second home country.

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Hindriyanto from IndonesiaPhD student in the Department of Industrial and System Engineering Chung Yuan Christian University

My name is Hindriyanto, I come from Indonesia. Currently, I am a PhD student in the Department of Industrial and System Engineering, Chung Yuan Christian University. Study in Taiwan enhances my academic performance such as my research skill and my analytical competence. It also broadens my network. Many students all over the world come to study in Taiwan; therefore I can make friends with locals as well as international students. Living in Taiwan also gives me the opportunity to learn about Chinese and Taiwanese culture.

Besides, there are a lot of interesting places to visit. The good transportation system really supports students who like to travel to places on a lower budget.

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When I received the Aceh government scholarship to study in Taiwan, I had doubts whether I could adapt well here. The language, culture, and environment is definitely different from my place of origin, which made me a little worried at the time I first set foot here. However, all my doubts have been answered already. We were also very lucky, because for 1 month

before college, we were given language training and cultural education that facilitated the introduction provided by ESIT so we feel confident in the face of "culture shock" in Taiwan. ESIT also helps in dealing with matters relating to the campus, scholarship procedures, and other related matters.The education system in Taiwan is good and most of the professors are graduates of well rated U.S. universities, making me fortunate to have access to quality international education. In the IMBA, students come from all over the world (USA, Europe and Asia) and it allows me to not only learn science, which is my focus, but also teaches me how to interact and cooperate with friends from around the world. In other words, I learned two things here: first, I can improve my "hard skills" in science, but I also have a chance to hone my "soft skills" and become a part of the global community.I like all things in Taiwan!! In addition to fulfilling my educational goals, Taiwan offers many other interesting things, such as: the friendly people and Taiwan culture, many new friends, culinary adventures (although rather difficult to find halal food here), cultural tourism (nature, temples, museums, national parks, etc.), and most importantly: learning Mandarin. wo xihuan Taiwan..! (read: I love Taiwan).

Amelia Imron Ikob(Amel)from IndonesiaInternational MBA (IMBA)National Cheng Kung University

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Seek knowledge even as far as China. The idea of this sentence that I often hear, and organized religion, is to always learn, even by going to a distant state. Starting as just a dream, I finally had the opportunity to study in Taiwan (Republic of China).

Basrul from IndonesiaMaster’s Program of Computer ScienceNational Tsing Hua University (NTHU)

Personal Data: My name Basrul, born in Sigli, and I spent time in the City of Teenagers fighting Bireuen. I am FMIPA Mathematics University alumni, Shiite Kuala Banda Aceh. I am currently receiving a full scholarship from the Aceh Pemerintath for the 2011 period to pursue master's studies in computer science at National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) in Taiwan. I chose Taiwan because the campuses and educational system is very nice. Development and creation of new technologies is very quickly too. Taiwan is the most disciplined, orderly and crazy when it comes to studies (studying diligently and aggressively to really master it).Life in Taiwan began in August 2011, with my first foot step made in Formosa. During the month of August, during Ramadhan (1432 H precisely), I took Mandarin language training at Chung Yuan Christian University, located in Zhongli, 15 minutes away by bus from the airport. During the training progresses, everything was good and professionally handled by Elite Study in Taiwan (ESIT). Mandarin Training is not a problem. It was very pleasant studies were supported with complete facilities. In this non-Muslim state, the food is the main problem. There were no kosher restaurants nearby, however there are many Indonesian restaurants with average non-halal. The owners are mostly non-Muslim Indonesians. However, there is a mosque in Zhongli and it is near a halal restaurant which is a combination of Indo,, Pakistan, India, Taiwan style foods and the owners are Muslim.Life for Muslims in Taiwan is very nice. Of the total population of 23 million people there are about 60,000 Muslims. There are 6 mosques spread over different cities. Grand Mosque and a small mosque are located in Taipei, Longgang Mosque is in Zhongli, and there are 3 others in Kaoshiung, Taichung and Tainan, respectively. In general, the mosques, often provide food and cakes for the congregation to enjoy together after prayer. During the month of Ramadan, an Iftar menu is also available and every Muslim is offered presents. These moments are rarely missed by the students. In addition, there are 31 restaurants spread out in different towns, 16 of which are located in Taipei, that have a halal certificate from the Chinese Muslim Association.Taiwan University Life: In September 2011, I headed for my campus lectures at NTHU. The NTHU Campus is located in Hsinchu city, near the Science Park. I prefer living in the campus dorms rather than outside in a rental. On campus, there are single dorm-rooms, double-rooms and multi-rooms (can be 4 or 6 people / room). The cost per semester is very cheap and affordable. In addition, the campus provides space for Muslim prayer and Muslims can even form clubs as they have in NTHU, NCTU, Asia University, Chung Hwa Yuan Ze and others. But there are rarely on campus halal restaurants. For Muslims one option is to go to a vegetarian restaurant. If you are not happy with this, cooking for yourself is another alternative. At the hostel we can cook and there is a chicken and halal beef at the supermarket.

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I had a hard time to finding halal food and places of worship; there were also language differences and cultural differences to deal with. However, there were also a lot of positive things that I saw. The citizens in Taiwan are very compliant with government regulations and they keep environment clean with a litter ban and a ban on smoking in public places. They have a sophisticated transportation system and the security is maintained. Tourist areas in Taiwan are also very nice and attractive. They offer very interesting places to visit such as the Taipei 101 Tower, Taroko National Park, and others. I am very grateful to the Government of Aceh which has given me the opportunity to get an education so that I can feel the experience of living in the country of Formosa.

In fact, pursuing advanced studies in Taiwan is not a tough call. Especially Taiwan is very supporting for Muslim students living in Taiwan.With the TOEFL 500, if I can do well academically I can get into a top school in Taiwan. When I applied, I received acceptance from 3 universities: National Tsing Hua, National Chiao Tung (NCTU) and National Dong Hua. In addition, there is a wide range of scholarships from the college, from the Taiwan government for higher education and other scholarships that support the lectures in Formosa. The systems and facilities are also very nice. Most professors are alumni of the best universities abroad. The interesting thing is that campuses are often used as tourist attractions or places where families spend the holiday or weekends together. I have often seen this at NTHU, especially now, with the establishment of a new library which has a beauty and high quality that attracts visitors from outside. Various events were held on campus ranging from exhibitions, concerts, and even a job fair. This makes the campus atmosphere very interesting from day to day. Only during Chinese New Year do things change as all the local students return home.Travel Taiwan: There are many tourist attractions and excellent transportation in Taiwan. The Taipei 101 Tower, which is the second tallest tower (509m) in the world after the Burj Dubai tower (818m), is a must see. There are 101 floors and to go up to the summit it costs NT $ 450 (about Rp. 150,000). There is also a wide range of museums, temples and traditional markets. When holidays come, or during summer, winter and spring break, campus to campus trips can be enjoyable for foreign student. Transportation in Taiwan is very nice; from the bus, regular train and super fast train (High Speed Train). It also makes day trips very convenient and affordable even for students. During winter break in 2012, with a cost of NT $ 599 (approximately Rp. 210.000) me and my other friends went around the whole of Formosa in 4 days by train. There is a student travel package (TR-PASS) for 5, 7 or 10 days travel on regular trains available to foreign students. It is very cheap compared to the normal price However there is a risk that there will be no place to sit, unless there is an empty bench.

Desi safrianafrom IndonesiaMaster’s of Aristektur and Urban PlanningChung Hua University

I have spent 2 years in Taiwan to study a master’s degree. I chose Taiwan because Taiwan is a country that has developed its education system very well; and besides that, learning mandarin was another motivation for me to choose to go to school in Taiwan. During my schooling in Taiwan, I experienced many ups and downs.

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Nguyen Van Hoa from VietnamPhD of International Finance Chung Yuan Christian University

My name is Nguyen Van Hoa, I am the 4th year PhD student at the CYCU. My major is International Finance. I am very fortunate to have been granted a scholarship which is sponsored by the Vietnamese Government, (the 322 Project).

In 2005, when I first came to Kaohsiung International Airport for my MBA course at the KUAS, I was delighted and surprised by the warm welcome of the local students and professors here. The feeling of emptiness when living far away from home disappeared. The hospitality of the local people helped me to adapt to the new environment.After graduation, I returned to Vietnam for teaching. In 2010, I had the precious opportunity to turn back to Taiwan when I received a scholarship from the 322 Project funding by the Vietnam Government for a doctoral program. With the supports of the Elite Study in Taiwan Office, I got useful advices for the whole application process. Finally, I decided to attend CYCU for my doctoral degree.I was surprised by the friendship and mysterious culture in Taiwan. I was so excited to take part in the Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-autumn ceremony, and Lunar New Year. Taiwan is a country that pays serious attention to education. Overseas students can find good opportunities to learn with different teaching resources and a good studying environment. It is no doubt that this is the best choice for my further study. And this is what motivated me to choose Taiwan for the second time.At CYCU, I was prompted to integrate with student life and social activities. I am currently the team leader of Vietnam students at CYCU and the Vice-president of Vietnamese Student in Taiwan Association. The Vietnamese Student in Taiwan Association works as a bridge between Vietnamese students and other communities in Taiwan. The Association has 45 university members in Taiwan with the aim of promoting Vietnamese culture and create a pleasant atmosphere for Vietnamese students here. Vietnamese students can join the Association from their University and enjoy different activities, such as cultural exchanges, birthday parties and sport day to enrich their lives. Through these activities, the Vietnamese Student Association creates a beautiful image of the Vietnamese people and their country for international friends in Taiwan.I have truly enjoyed my student life in Taiwan during the past six years. It will be one of the most beautiful and unforgettable memories for the rest of my life. I love Taiwan!

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2.1 Vietnam Elite StudyInTaiwan (VEST 500 Project)The Vietnam Elite StudyInTaiwan (VEST) agreement between the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) of Vietnam and the Ministry of Education (MOE) of Taiwan was signed in September 2008 in Hanoi. This project aims to bring 500 college teaching staff to Taiwan to pursue their doctoral degrees within 12 years.

2.2 Cooperation with Mekong 1000 ProjectThe specific target of the Mekong 1000 project is to train 1,000 young staff overseas at master’s and doctoral levels from 2006 to 2013 to fulfill the human resource needs for the regional development of the Mekong Delta. The cooperation agreement was signed in March 2008 and ESIT acts as the coordination partner of the Mekong 1000 project in Taiwan. The Mekong 1000 project is hosted by Can Tho University.

2.3 Cooperation with Project ECV 1000 (Eastern-Central Vietnam)In December 2009, ESIT signed an agreement with the Eastern-Central Vietnam (ECV) 1000 project to facilitate the training of 1,000 government staff in the eastern and central region (northern of HCMC) of Vietnam. Project ECV 1000 is hosted by the Vietnam National University at Ho Chi Min City.

2.4 Cooperation with Danang City and University of DanangIn March 2010, ESIT signed an agreement with the Danang City government and the University of Danang to offer higher education opportunities to the government and university staff in the region at master’s and doctoral levels to fulfill the human resource needs of the Danang region. The project is hosted by the University of Danang.

2.5 Beasiswa Pemerintah Aceh Scholarship ProjectThe Government of Aceh and the Ministry of Education Taiwan, represented by the ESIT Program Office, signed a cooperation memorandum in 2010 to work jointly in rebuilding the government and professional human resources of the Province of Aceh, where countless of their finest talents were lost in the devastating tsunami of 2004. The ESIT Program Office assists the Government of Aceh Province with funds and student affairs management for publicly funded students selected to study in Taiwan.

2.6 Indonesia-Taiwan DIKTI 3+1 Scholarship ProjectIn May of 2011 the Taiwan and Indonesian ministries of education held a bilateral summit to discuss the future academic cooperation and exchange between Taiwan and Indonesia. The Taiwan-Indonesia Higher Education Cooperation Memorandum was signed in 2012. It details the Indonesian Ministry of Education’s plan to promote and encourage Indonesian university lecturers to pursue PhDs, with hopes to also send students to Taiwan annually to pursue master’s and doctorate degrees. Commencing in 2012, there will be 100 students pursuing higher education on the DIKTI 3+1 scholarship annually.

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▪ Applying for a Degree Program▪ The Application Process▪ International Graduate Programs

33.1 Applying for a Degree ProgramIn order to provide information services and to facilitate timely processing of applications from international candidates, ESIT has set up an online application system to provide access to the 130 English-instructed programs from the ESIT Consortium universities and for online application for the various degree programs. To apply for a degree program from the ESIT Consortium universities, please visit our online application system (http://www.esit.org.tw) to initiate your application. You will need to prepare a list of application materials so that the Consortium universities may review your qualifications for admission and for scholarship eligibility.

3.2 The Application Process

International students who utilize the ESIT online application will go through the general procedure listed below:

1. Program InformationViewing the listed English-instructed p ro g r a m s o f fe r e d by t h e E S I T Consortium universities. (http://www.esit.org.tw/program.php)

2. Online ApplicationVisiting http://www.esit.org.tw to register and apply for a program of study.

3. Reaching the ConsortiumVisiting http://www.esit.org.tw to register and apply for a program of study.

4. Review and AdmissionThe ESIT Consortium universities review candidate’s qualifications for admission and for scholarship e l i g i b i l i t y w h i l e E S I T p rov i d e s consultation and information to facilitate the process.

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3.3 International Graduate ProgramsThere are 162 Universities and Colleges in Taiwan. We have listed more than 300 English-instructed international graduate programs for bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in 15 fields from the 64 ESIT Consortium universities, including: Agriculture (9), Architecture and Design (18), Business and Information Management (95), Communications (5), Computer Science and Electrical Engineering (22), Earth Science (15), Education (10), Engineering (95), Humanities (29), Law (4), Science (12), Social Science (7), Life Science (11), Sports and Recreation (6) and Medicine and Health (47).

Agriculture

International Bachelor Program of Agribusiness National Chung Hsing University Bachelor's

International Master Program of Agriculture National Chung Hsing University Master's

Graduate School/Department of Fisheries Production and Management

National Kaohsiung Marine University Master's

Graduate School/Department of Aquaculture National Kaohsiung Marine University Master's

Institute/Department of Seafood Science National Kaohsiung Marine University Master's

International Master Program in Food Science (IMAFS)

National Pingtung University of Science and Technology Master's

Department of Tropical Agriculture and International Corporation (Bachelor Program)

National Pingtung University of Science and Technology Bachelor's

Department of Tropical Agriculture and International Corporation (Master Program)

National Pingtung University of Science and Technology Master's

Department of Tropical Agriculture and International Corporation ( PhD Program)

National Pingtung University of Science and Technology Doctoral

Architecture and Design

ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN Chinese Culture University Master's

Department of Plastic Arts Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Architecture and Interior Design Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Visual Communication Design Dayeh University Bachelor's, Doctoral

Department of Industrial Design Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Graduate Program in the College of Design and Arts Dayeh University Master's

Institute of Creative Industries Design (ICID) National Cheng Kung University Master's, Doctoral

International Graduate Program in Creative and Sustainable Architecture Studies (CSAS)

National Taipei University of Technology Master's

Department of Architecture National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's

Creative Design National Yunlin University of Science and Technology

Bachelor's, Master's

Visual Communication Design National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Industrial Design National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Design National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Architecture and Design Chaoyang University of Technology Master's, Doctoral

Institute of Creative Design Chienkuo Technology University Master's

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Postgraduate School of Media and Game Design Chienkuo Technology University Master's

Industrial and Commercial Design National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

International Master Degree Program in Brand and Fashion Management Fu Jen Catholic University Master's

Business and Information Management

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration Asia University DoctoralMaster of Business Administration in Business Administration Asia University Master's

Global Business Chinese Culture University Bachelor's, Master's

Master's Program in Banking and Finance Chinese Culture University Master'sMaster's Program in Tourism Management Chinese Culture University Master'sInternational MBA Program Chinese Culture University Master's, Doctoral

International Program for Business & Management Chung Yuan Christian University Master's

Bachelor Program in Hospitality Management Dayeh University Bachelor's Bachelor Program in Tourism and Travel Management Dayeh University Bachelor's,

Master's

Department of Sport Business Management Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Leisure and Recreation Management Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Finance Dayeh University Bachelor's

Department of Accounting Information Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Information Management Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Human Resource and Public Relations Dayeh University Bachelor's,

Master's

Department of International Business Management Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Business Administration Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Graduate Institute of Professional Development in Education Dayeh University Master's

Ph.D. Program in Management Dayeh University DoctoralPh.D. Program in Management Dayeh University Doctoral

Ph.D. Program in Management Dayeh University Doctoral

Ph.D. Program in Management Dayeh University DoctoralPh.D. Program in Management Dayeh University DoctoralMaster's Program in Statistics Feng Chia University Master'sMaster's Program in Public Finance Feng Chia University Master'sMaster's Program in International MBA Feng Chia University Master'sMaster's Program in International Trade Feng Chia University Master'sEntertainment Business Management I-Shou University Bachelor's Tourism and Hospitality I-Shou University Bachelor's International Finance I-Shou University Bachelor's International Business Administration I-Shou University Bachelor's IMBA Program I-Shou University Master's

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Master Program in Business Administration Kun Shan University Master's

International MBA Program (IMBA) Announcement Lunghwa University of Science and Technology Master's

Graduate School of Business Administration Ming Chuan University Master's

International Finance Program Ming Chuan University Bachelor's International Trade and Management Program Ming Chuan University Bachelor's International Business and Management Program Ming Chuan University Bachelor's International Master of Science in Business Program (IMSB) National Central University Master's

Institute of International Management (IIMBA) National Cheng Kung University Master's, Doctoral

International MBA National Chengchi University Master'sDepartment of Banking Finance National Chi Nan University Master's

Department of Information Management National Chi Nan University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Economics National Chi Nan University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of International Business Studies National Chi Nan University Bachelor's, Master's

Global MBA National Chiao Tung University Master's

Global Master Program of Tourism and Management National Chiayi University Master'sUndergraduate Program of Accounting and Information Technology

National Chung Cheng University Bachelor's

Master Program of Accounting and Information Technology

National Chung Cheng University Master's

Master of Science in Marketing National Chung Cheng University Master's

Master Program of Department of Business Administration


PhD Program of Department of Business Administration

National Chung Cheng University Doctoral

Undergraduate Program of Department of Business Administration


Undergraduate Program of Finance National Chung Cheng University Bachelor's

Master Program of Finance National Chung Cheng University Master's

Master Program in International Economics National Chung Cheng University Master's

Undergraduate Program in Economics National Chung Cheng University Bachelor's

Institute of Technology Management National Chung Hsing University Master's, Doctoral

Department of Accounting National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Department of Information Management National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Department of Finance National Dong Hwa University Master's, Doctoral

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Department of International Business National Dong Hwa University Master's, Doctoral

Undergraduate Program of Accounting and Information Technology


Master Program of Accounting and Information Technology

National Chung Cheng

University Master's

Master of Science in MarketingNational Chung Cheng University Master's

Master Program of Department of Business Administration


PhD Program of Department of Business Administration


Undergraduate Program of Department of Business Administration


Undergraduate Program of FinanceNational Chung Cheng University Bachelor's

Master Program of FinanceNational Chung Cheng University Master's

Master Program in International Economics National Chung Cheng University Master's

Undergraduate Program in Economics National Chung Cheng University Bachelor's

Institute of Technology ManagementNational Chung Hsing University Master's, Doctoral

Department of Accounting National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Department of Information Management National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Department of Finance National Dong Hwa University Master's, Doctoral

Department of International BusinessNational Dong Hwa University Master's, Doctoral

Department of Business Administration National Dong Hwa University Master's, Doctoral

International Master of Business AdministrationNational Kaohsiung First University of Science and Technology

Master's

Graduate School/Department of Logistics Management


Master Program of Business Administration in International Business (IBMBA)

National Sun Yat-sen University Master's

Department of International Business National Taichung University of Education Bachelor's

Global MBA in Finance National Taipei University Master's

MBA Program National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's

Graduate Institute of Finance National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

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Department of Information Management National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Business Administration National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Master Program in Entrepreneurial Management National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's

G loba l Opera t ions S t ra tegy and Log i s t i cs Management

National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's

Accounting National Yunlin University of Science and Technology

Bachelor's Master's, Doctoral

Finance National Yunlin University of Science and Technology

Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral

Information Management National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Graduate School of Industrial Engineering and Management

National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Industrial Management National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Bachelor's

Department and Graduate Institute of Finance of Ph.D.

National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Doctoral

Graduate International Programs Providence University Master'sInternational Master Business Administration Programme Shih Chien University Master's

Graduate Institute of Creative Industries Shih Chien University DoctoralInternational Business Administration Programme Shih Chien University Bachelor's Global Business Program(GBP) Soochow University Master's

Global MBA Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's

Department of Industrial Economics Tamkang University Doctoral

Institute of Services and Technology Management C h i e n k u o Te c h n o l o g y University Master's

International Master of Business Administration Chung Hua University Master'sMBA Program in International Business Yuan Ze University Master's MBA Program in Management and Service Science Yuan Ze University Master's MS Program in Finance Yuan Ze University Master's MS Program in Accounting Yuan Ze University Master's Doctor of Philosophy Program in Management Yuan Ze University DoctoralBachelor of Business Administration program Yuan Ze University Bachelor's

Communication

Master's Program in department of journalism Chinese Culture University Master'sJournalism and Mass Communication Program Ming Chuan University Bachelor's International Program in International Communication Studies National Chengchi University Master's

Department of Tourism, Recreation and Leisure Studies

National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

International Program in Inter-Asia Cultural Studies National Yang-Ming University Master's

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Computer Science and Electrical Engineerings

Master of Engineering in Computer Science and Information Engineering Asia University Master's

PhD Program in Department of Electrical Engineering, Division of Compute Science and Information Engineering,

Chang Gung University Doctoral

DIGITAL MECHATRONIC TECHNOLOGY Chinese Culture University Master'sApplied Computing Program Ming Chuan University Bachelor's Electrical Engineering Computer Science (EECS)--International Graduate Program

National Chiao Tung University Master's, Doctoral

Institute of Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical Engineering National Formosa University Master's

Institute of Electro-Optical and Materials Science National Formosa University Master's

Department & Graduate Institute of Electronic Engineering

National Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences

Master's, Doctoral

Graduate Institute of Electrical Engineering National Taipei University Master's

International Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS)

National Taipei University of Technology Master's, Doctoral

Graduate Institute of Electro-Optical Engineering National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Electrical Engineering National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Graduate Institute of Automation and Control National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Ph D in Electrical Engineering Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology Doctoral

M.S. in Electrical Engineering Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Computer Science and Engineering Yuan Ze University Master's, Doctoral

Department of Information Management Yuan Ze University Master's, Doctoral

Department of Information Communication Yuan Ze University Master's, Doctoral

Graduate Program in Social Informatics Yuan Ze University Master's Graduate Program for Biomedical Informatics Yuan Ze University Master's

Earth Science

Institute of Hot-Spring Industry Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science Master's

Institute of Industrial Safety and Disaster Prevention Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science Master's

Department of Environmental Engineering and Science

Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science Master's

Master's Program for International Students in EARTH SCIENCES Chinese Culture University Master's

Earth System Science Ph.D. Program of TIGP (ESS) National Central University Doctoral

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Master Program of Applied Geophysics and Environmental Sciences


Undergraduate Program of Earth and Environmental Sciences


Master Program of SeismologyNational Chung Cheng University Master's

Molecular and Biological Agricultural Sciences (MBAS)

National Chung Hsing University Doctoral

Department of Ethnic Relations and Cultures National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Institute of Marine Biodiversity and Evolutionary Biology

National Dong Hwa University Master's

Institute of Marine Biotechnology National Dong Hwa University Master's

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies

National Dong Hwa University Master's, Doctoral

Master of Marine Affairs and Business Administration National Kaohsiung Marine University Master's

Department of Environmental Engineering and Science Fooyin University Master's

Education

Applied Linguistics and Language Studies Program Chung Yuan Christian University Master's

Graduate Institute of Guidance & Counseling National Chi Nan University Master's, DoctoralDepartment of International and Comparative education National Chi Nan University Bachelor's,

Master's, DoctoralGraduate Institute of Adult & Continuing Education National Chi Nan University Master'sDepartment of International and Comparative education National Chi Nan University Bachelor's,

Master's, DoctoralMaster in Educational Leadership Management Development


Department of Curriculum Design and Human Potential Development


Department of English National Dong Hwa University Master's, Doctoral

The Graduate Institute of Educational Measurement and Statistics

National Taichung University of Education Master's, Doctoral

Institute of Philosophy of Mind and Cognition National Yang-Ming University Master's

Engineering

International Bachelor's Degree Program in Electronic Engineering & Computer Engineering (English Program)

Chang Gung University Bachelor's

PhD Program in Department of Electronic Engineering Chang Gung University Doctoral

Master Program in Department of Electronic Engineering Chang Gung University Master's

PhD Program in Department of Electrical Engineering Chang Gung University Doctoral

Chemical Engineering and Materials ProgramChung Yuan Christian University Master's, Doctoral

Optomechatronics ProgramChung Yuan Christian University Master's, Doctoral

Microelectronic Engineering & Applications ProgramChung Yuan Christian University Master's, Doctoral

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Biomedical Engineering Program Chung Yuan Christian University Master's, Doctoral

Environmental Engineering Program Chung Yuan Christian University Master's, Doctoral

Industrial and Systems Engineering Program Chung Yuan Christian University Master's, Doctoral

Bachelor Program in Design and Materials for Medical Equipment and Devices Dayeh University Bachelor's

Department of Materials Science and Engineering Dayeh University Bachelor's Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering Dayeh University Bachelor's,

Master's

Department of Environmental Engineering Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral

Department of Industrial Engineering and Technology Management Dayeh University Bachelor's,

Master'sDepartment of Mechanical and Automation Engineering Dayeh University Bachelor's,

Master's, DoctoralDepartment of Mechanical and Automation Engineering Dayeh University Bachelor's,

Master's, DoctoralMaster's Program in Industrial Engineering and Systems Management Feng Chia University Master's

Ph.D. Program in Industrial Engineering and Systems Management Feng Chia University Doctoral

Graduate Institute of Applied Science and Engineering Fu Jen Catholic University Doctoral

International Master Program in Mechanical Engineering Kun Shan University Master's

International Bachelor Program in Mechanical Engineering Kun Shan University Bachelor's

International Master Degree Program in Applied Materials Science(IAMS) National Central University Master's

International Master Program for Environment Sustainable Development, IESD National Central University Master's

Certificate Program in Sustainable Development National Cheng Kung University Master's

Engineering

International Master Program on Natural Hazards Mitigation and Management

National Cheng Kung University Master's

International Bachelor Degree Program on EnergyNational Cheng Kung University Bachelor's

International Graduate Program in Civil Engineering and Management (ICEM)

National Cheng Kung University Master's

Department of Applied Chemistry National Chi Nan University Master's, Doctoral

Department of Electrical Engineering National Chi Nan University Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral

Department of Civil Engineering National Chi Nan University Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral

Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering National Chi Nan University Bachelor's,

Master's, DoctoralUndergraduate Program of Communications Engineering


Master Program of Communications EngineeringNational Chung Cheng University Master's

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Master Program of Computer Science and Information Engineering


PhD Program of Computer Science and Information Engineering


Undergraduate Program of Computer Science and Information Engineering


Ph.D. Program of Mechanical Engineering National Chung Cheng University Doctoral

Master Program of Mechanical Engineering National Chung Cheng University Master's

PhD Program of Chemical Engineering National Chung Cheng University Doctoral

Master Program of Chemical Engineering National Chung Cheng University Master's

Department of Electrical Engineering National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Department of Materials Science and Engineering National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering


Institute of Engineering and Management National Formosa University Master'sDepartment of Computer Science and Information Engineering National Formosa University Master's

Department of Electrical Engineering National Formosa University Master'sGraduate Institute of Materials Science and Green Energy Engineering National Formosa University Master's

Institute of Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical Engineering National Formosa University Master's, Doctoral

Graduate Institute of Industrial Science and Technology-Mechanical and Automation Engineering

National Kaohsiung First University of Science and Technology

Doctoral

Graduate School/Department of Marine Engineering National Kaohsiung Marine University Master's

Graduate School/Department of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering


Institute/Department of Electronic Communication Engineering


Graduate School/Department of Microelectronics Engineering


Institute/Department of Marine Environmental Engineering


Graduate Institute of Mold & Die EngineeringNational Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences

Master's

Graduate Institute of Energy Technology, Chemical and Materials


Doctoral

Graduate Institute of Chemical & Materials Engineering


Master's

Graduate Institute of Civil Engineering TechnologyNational Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences

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Graduate Institute of Civil Engineering and Mitigating Technology of Disasters

National Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences Master's

Department of Civil Engineering National Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences Bachelor's

Department & Graduate Institute of Mold & Die Engineering

National Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences Master's, Doctoral

International Master's Program in Electric Power Engineering National Sun Yat-sen University Master's

International Graduate Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering

National Taipei University of Technology Master's, Doctoral

International Master Program in Business Administration (IMBA)

National Taipei University of Technology Master's

Graduate Institute of Biomedical Engineering National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's

Department of Industrial Management National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Chemical Engineering National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Mechanical Engineering National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Graduate Institute of Materials Science and Engineering


Graduate Institute of Applied Science and Technology


Institute of Biomedical Engineering National Yang-Ming University Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral

Institute of Biophotonics National Yang-Ming University Doctoral

Computer Science and Information Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Chemical and Materials Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Construction Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Safety Health and Environmental Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Electronic and Optoelectronic Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's

Electrical Engineering in Electrical Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's

Electrical Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Mechanical Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology


Industry Precision Mechanical Engineering National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Doctoral

Engineering Science and Technology National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Doctoral

PhD in Mechatronics Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology Doctoral

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Communication Engineering Tatung University Master's, Doctoral

Institute of Mechatronoptic Systems Chienkuo Technology University Master's

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Department of Chemical Engineering and Material Science Yuan Ze University Master's, Doctoral

Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Yuan Ze University Master's, Doctoral

Graduate School of Biotechnology and Bioengineering Yuan Ze University Master's

Department of Mechanical Engineering Yuan Ze University Master's, DoctoralGraduate School of Renewable Energy Engineering Yuan Ze University Master's Department of Electrical Engineering Yuan Ze University Master's, DoctoralDepartment of Communication Engineering Yuan Ze University Master's, DoctoralDepartment of Photonics Engineering Yuan Ze University Master's, Doctoral

Humanities

Master of Science in Psychology Asia University Master's

ENGLISH AND AMERICAN LITERATURES Chinese Culture University Master's

Department of European Languages Dayeh University Bachelor's Graduate Institute of Applied Foreign Languages Dayeh University Master'sDepartment of English Language and Literature Fu Jen Catholic University Bachelor's, Master'sInternational Affairs and Diplomacy Program Ming Chuan University Bachelor's Graduate Institute of Anthropology National Chi Nan University Master'sGraduate Institute of Southeast Asian Studies National Chi Nan University Master's, Doctoral

Department of History National Chi Nan University Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral

Master Program of History National Chung Cheng University Master'sPhD Program of History National Chung Cheng University DoctoralUndergraduate Program of History National Chung Cheng University Bachelor's

Master Program of Philosophy National Chung Cheng University Master's

Undergraduate Program of Philosophy National Chung Cheng University Bachelor's PhD Program of Philosophy National Chung Cheng University DoctoralDepartment of Economics National Dong Hwa University DoctoralDepartment of Taiwan and Regional Studies National Dong Hwa University Master'sDepartment of Counseling and Clinical Psychology National Dong Hwa University Master'sMaster of Human Resource Management National Sun Yat-sen University Master's

Department of Applied Foreign Languages National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Master's

Materials Science National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's

Science and Technology Law National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's

Leisure and Exercise Studies National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's

Chinese Studies National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's

Technological and Vocational Education National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Master's, Doctoral

Cultural Heritage Conservation National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Applied Foreign Languages Fortune Institute of Technology Bachelor's

Graduate School of Applied English National Pingtung Institute of Commerce Master's

Department of Foreign Languages and Applied Linguistics Yuan Ze University Master's

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LL.M. program National Chung Cheng University Master's

Master Program National Chung Cheng University Master's

International Program on Urban Governance National Taipei University Master's

Life Science

Department of Biotechnology Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science Master's

BIOTECHNOLOGY Chinese Culture University Master'sBiotechnology Program Chung Yuan Christian University Master'sDepartment of Life Science National Dong Hwa University DoctoralBachelor and Master Program in the Department of Marine Biotechnology

National Kaohsiung Marine University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Life Sciences and Institute of Genome Sciences National Yang-Ming University Bachelor's, Master's,

DoctoralDepartment of Physical and Assistive Technology National Yang-Ming University Bachelor's, Master'sMaster and Ph.D. Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering Taipei Medical University Master's, Doctoral

Master and PhD Program in Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences Taipei Medical University Master's, Doctoral

Institute of Beauty Technology Chienkuo Technology University Master's

Computer Science and Information Engineering Asia University Master's, Doctoral

Medicine and Health

Master of Science in Biotechnology Asia University Master's

Master of Science in Healthcare Administration Asia University Master'sMaster's Degree Program in Molecular Medicine (English Program) Chang Gung University Master's

Master Program in Graduate Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Science Chang Gung University Master's

Master Program in Department of Medical Imaging and Radiological Sciences Chang Gung University Master's

PhD Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Division of Biotechnology Chang Gung University Doctoral

Institute of Cosmetic Science Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science Master's

Department of Health and Nutrition Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science Master's

Graduate Institute of Acupuncture Science-International Master Program China Medical University Master's

Department of Medicinal Botanicals and Health Care Dayeh University Bachelor's

Department of Bioresources Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Molecular Biotechnology Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Bioindustry Technology Dayeh University Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral

International Advanced Program in Nursing (MSc) National Cheng Kung University Master's

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International Nurse-Midwifery Master of Science Program

National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Science Master's

International Health and Nursing Administration Undergraduate Program

National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Science Bachelor's

International Nursing Master of Science Program National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Science Master's

Department and Institute of Nursing National Yang-Ming University Bachelor's, Doctoral

International Health Program National Yang-Ming University Master's, DoctoralMaster and Ph.D. Program in Nutrition and Health Sciences Taipei Medical University Master's, Doctoral

Ph.D. Program in Translational Medicine (in cooperation with Academia Sinica) Taipei Medical University Doctoral

Ph.D. Program in Neurodegenerative Medicine (in cooperation with National Health Research Institute) Taipei Medical University Doctoral

Ph.D. Program in Cancer Biology and Drug Development (in cooperation with Academia Sinica) Taipei Medical University Doctoral

Master Program in Global Health and Development Taipei Medical University Master's

Master and Ph.D. Program in School of Public Health. Taipei Medical University Master's, Doctoral

Master and Ph.D. Program, School of Pharmacy Taipei Medical University Master's, DoctoralMaster and Ph.D. program in Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine Taipei Medical University Master's, Doctoral

International MBA Program in School of Health Care Administration Taipei Medical University Master's

Master Program in School of Public Health Taipei Medical University Master'sMaster Program in Graduate Institute of Pharmacognosy Taipei Medical University Master's

Master Programme in Graduate Institute of Humanities in Medicine Taipei Medical University Master's

Master and Ph.D. Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Informatics Taipei Medical University Master's, Doctoral

Institute of Biochemistry and Biotechnology Chung Shan Medical University Master's, DoctoralInstitute of Microbiology and Immunology Chung Shan Medical University Master's, DoctoralSchool of Post-Baccalaureate Medicine Kaohsiung Medical University Bachelor'sDepartment of Respiratory Therapy Kaohsiung Medical University Bachelor's

School of Dentistry Kaohsiung Medical University Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral

School of Pharmacy Kaohsiung Medical University Bachelor's, Master's

Department of Healthcare Administration and Medical Informatics Kaohsiung Medical University Bachelor's,

Master'sGraduate Institute of Medicine Kaohsiung Medical University Master's, DoctoralDepartment of Genome Medicine Kaohsiung Medical University Master'sDepartment of Sports Medicine Kaohsiung Medical University Master'sDepartment of Fragrance and Cosmetic Science Kaohsiung Medical University Master'sGraduate Institute of Natural Products Kaohsiung Medical University Master's, DoctoralSchool of Nursing Kaohsiung Medical University Master'sDepartment of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry Kaohsiung Medical University Master's, DoctoralDepartment of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology Kaohsiung Medical University Master's

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Nanotechnology Program Chung Yuan Christian University Master'sMolecular Science and Technology Ph.D. Program of TIGP (MST) National Central University Doctoral

Molecular Science and Technology Program of TIGP National Central University Master's, Doctoral

Master Program of Physics National Chung Cheng University Master's

Undergraduate Program of Physics National Chung Cheng University Bachelor's

Department of Chemistry National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Department of Physics National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

Department of Applied Mathematics National Dong Hwa University Doctoral

College of Engineering Tamkang University Master's, Doctoral

College of Science Tamkang University Master's, Doctoral

Department of Sciences Chaoyang University of Technology Master's, Doctoral

Department of Biotechnology Fooyin University Master's

Social Science

Graduate School of International Affairs Ming Chuan University Master's

Telecommunications, MA National Chung Cheng University Master's

Communication Studies National Chung Cheng University Bachelor's

Master Program of Institute of Strategy and International Affairs


Graduate Institute of Hospitality Management National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism Master's

International Master Program in Asia-Pacific Affairs National Sun Yat-sen University Master's

Department of Social and Policy Sciences Yuan Ze University Master's

Sports and Recreation

Institute of Recreation Industry Management Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science Master's

Master's Program for International Students in Sport Coaching Science Chinese Culture University Master's, Doctoral

Travel and Tourism Program Ming Chuan University Bachelor's

Graduate Institute of International Sport Affairs National Taiwan Sport University Master's

Department of Recreation and Leisure Industry Management

National Taiwan Sport University Master's

Graduate Institute of Physical Education National Taiwan Sport University Master's, Doctoral

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▪ Taiwan Scholarship▪ The ESIT Southern Sunshine Scholarship (SSS)

▪ Scholarship Opportunities from ESIT Consortium Universities▪ The TIGP Scholarship

4Various government agencies and many ESIT Consortium universities offer scholarships to international students. The major scholarship programs are as follows:

4.1 Taiwan ScholarshipCommencing from 2004, four government agencies of Taiwan: the Ministry of Education (MOE), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), and National Science Council of the Executive Yuan (NSC), jointly established the Taiwan Scholarship Program to encourage outstanding international students to undertake degree programs in Taiwan.

Scholarships

● Scholarships from the Ministry of Education (MOE)♦Huayu Enrichment Scholarship ( HES) To enhance exchanges between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and countries designated by the MOE by encouraging foreign students to study Mandarin in Taiwan and gain a deeper understanding of Taiwan's cultural and social developments. 1.Financial Assistance: A monthly stipend of NTD 25,000. (approximately US$ 800)2.Duration: two months (summer courses), three months, six months, nine months, or 12 months.♦The MOE Taiwan Scholarship The MOE Taiwan Scholarship continues to encourage outstanding students to pursue academic degrees in Taiwan and deepen their understanding of Taiwan's academic environment, thereby enhancing exchanges and building friendships between Taiwan and the nations of participants. 1.Financial Assistance: Waiver of tuition and certain fees. A monthly stipend of NTD 15,000 (approximately US$ 500) for undergraduate p ro g r a m s t u d e n t s , a n d N T D 2 0 , 0 0 0 (approximately US$ 666) for postgraduate students.2.Duration: Undergraduate program: four years maximum. Master's program: two years maximum. Doctoral program: four years maximum. Maximum duration for any combination of programs under this scholarship: five years.

● Scholarships of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) The MOFA Taiwan Scholarship c o n t i n u e s t o e n c o u r a g e outstanding students to pursue academic degrees in Taiwan and to deepen their understanding of Taiwan's academic environment, thereby enhancing exchanges and building friendships between Taiwan and the nations of participants. The MOFA Taiwan Scholarship is, in principle, granted to students

from countries that have diplomatic relations with Taiwan. However, special consideration may also be given to students from other countries.A.Programs

1.The non-degree Mandarin Language Enrichment Program (LEP): Recipients may take the LEP for a maximum of one year at Mandarin-teaching institutions (hereinafter “Mandarin Training Centers”) affiliated with a universities or colleges accredited by the Ministry of Education.

2.Degree programs: Recipients may apply for admission to any degree program leading to an undergraduate, master’s or doctoral degree, excluding in-service programs.

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B. Award period1.Non-degree LEP: one year. 2.Degree programs: (1) Undergraduate program: four years maximum(2) Master’s program: two years maximum(3) Doctoral program: four years maximumC.Financial AssistanceScholarship recipients will be given a monthly st ipend of NTD 25,000 (approximately US$ 800) for the LEP and NTD 30,000 (approximately US$ 1,000) for degree programs. Recipients are responsible for all expenses during their stay in Taiwan. MOFA will not provide any other subsidies. MOFA will, however, provide recipients with one-way, economy-class plane tickets for direct flights to and from Taiwan.

● MOEA Scholarship♦Recipients from countries other

than those specified in the MOFA Scholarship.

♦Postgraduate programs only. ♦Amount of Scholarships: A monthly

stipend of NTD 30,000.● NSC Scholarship

♦Recipients from countries other than those specified in the MOFA Scholarship.

♦ G r a d u a t e P r o g r a m s i n s c i e n c e and technology (physics, chemistry,

mathematics, engineering, medicine and agriculture science, to name a few)

♦Amount of Scholarships: A monthly stipend of NTD 30,000.

4.2 Southern Sunshine Scholarship (SSS) ProgramsThe Southern Sunshine Scholarship (SSS) program is a joint initiative by the ESIT Program Office and the participating ESIT Consortium universities. It caters to candidates from Southeast and South Asian regions who are keen to pursue advanced degrees in Taiwan. The Consortium universities provide English-instructed programs of study in various disciplines and offer tuition-waiver or scholarships to qualified candidates.

4.3 Scholarship Opportunities from ESIT Consortium UniversitiesThe ESIT Consortium universities provide many scholarship opportunities and high quality English-instructed programs to international students. Further information about the scholarship opportunities are available at the ESIT website at http://www.esit.org.tw.

4.4 The TIGP Scholarship (Taiwan International Graduate Program)The Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) of Academia Sinica provides full fellowship support for all full-matriculated students for 3 years. The stipend levels are about US$950 (NTD$32,000) per month. For further information please visit the TIGP website at http://www.tigp.sinica.edu.tw

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5.1 Student Unions in TaiwanThe Indonesian Student Association in Taiwan, also known as PPI (Perhimpunan Pelajar Indonesia Taiwan), was established by the Indonesian Student Association in Taiwan. PPI declared formation on May 2, 2010, at the National Education Day in Holistic Building of CYCU, Chungli, Taiwan. The Charter declaration was signed by the head KDEI (Indonesian Economic and Trade Office) in Taiwan. Mr. Aditya Rangga Elias is the chairman of PPI Taiwan.Website: http://www.ppitaiwan.orgEmail: [email protected]

5.2 AccommodationsOn-campus

• Dormitories are single-sex

• Usually 2 to 6 students share a room

• Pets are not allowed

Off-campus• Housing costs usually range between NTD

4,000-9,000 per month.

• Rent varies according to location.

• Rent does not include cost for utilities and

amenities.

• Rental information can be found on the

Internet or by visiting a local real estate

agency. The real estate agents may take a

service charge.

5.3 ServicesInsurance With the development of the social economy and implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI), Taiwan's medical standards and quality of healthcare have been upgraded significantly. Foreigners in Taiwan are also able to enjoy these high quality medical services. Foreigners with an Alien Resident Certificate who have resided in Taiwan for four months must enroll in the National Health Insurance program. This is done at the local administrative office. Before they are eligible for the NHI program, students can either purchase their own insurance coverage or participate in a temporary health insurance program offered by the foreign students’ office located within their campuses. When traveling overseas for a short period of time, either on business or on vacation, with plans of returning to Taiwan with a valid ARC, foreigners must remain enrolled in the NHI program.

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Bank Account

Most banks offer foreign currency exchange and banking services in NT dollars. Foreign students can open bank accounts with their passports and ARC cards. Individuals who wish to open an account without an ARC card have to obtain a universal identification number at the local police office.

PostageChunghwa Post, the postal service of Taiwan, provides international and domestic mail services to the public. There are over a thousand branches all over the island, providing both regular and express postal services. International students can apply for a postal box at the nearest branch.Students who receive a Taiwan Scholarship need to open an account at a post office of Chunghwa Post. In addition, most convenience stores serve as pick up locations for international and domestic express services.

Living CostsAs the standard of living in Taiwan improves, the cost of living also rises on the island. Although it is still lower than many Asian countries, most imported goods and many types of services in Taiwan can be expensive. If you 'go local' and eat at food stalls and noodle stands, your expenses should not exceed NTD 300 a day. On the other hand, you can spend a lot more if you decide to go to fancy restaurants. Many universities provide international students with inexpensive or free dormitories as part of the scholarship package. For food and other expenditures, the cost could range from NTD 6,000 to 12,000 per month depending on the area of residence.

TransportationBy AirThere are six domestic airlines providing services between major cities such as Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung and Hualien. Prior reservations are always required.

By Train• Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR)If you would like to save time, THSR is another choice. While traveling from Taipei to Kaohsiung takes 5 hours by train and 6 hours by car, the THSR takes only 1.5 hours. Advanced reservations are recommended.

• TrainThe railway network along the coastline is another economic option for traveling around Taiwan. There are four classes of passenger seats: Tze-chiang, Chu-kuang, Fu-hsing and Local. Traveling by train is recommended on public holidays because that way the hustle and bustle of the long distance highway bus services can be avoided. Advanced ticket reservations are recommended.

• Metro/Subway

In Taipei and Kaohsiung, the metro system (MRT) provides convenient and comfortable

transportation. There are eight major routes in Taipei and two major routes in Kaohsiung, covering different parts of the two cities. Metro fares range from NTD 20-60 (USD$0.6-$2).

By Highway BusLong distance highway bus services provided by private transpor tation companies are very popular. They have an extensive network and a frequent service schedule. Tickets are usually competi t ively pr iced and some bus companies even provide 24 hour service.

By Motorcycle/Scooter and Bicycle

Motorcycles and scooters are popular means of transportation. Most universities provide motorcycle/scooter parking around campus for students. Bicycles are widely used within campuses. Bicycle racks can be found throughout campuses as well.

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Foreign student who have studied in a school for two semesters or in a language program for one year, and have an excellent scholastic record, can apply to work in Taiwan under one of the following circumstances:

1. Events of a serious nature have affected their financial ability to support themselves or continue

their education and the student can provide evidence of such circumstances.

2. An academic research institution at the student's school requires a foreign student to provide assistance in its work.3. The student needs to take part in an off-campus internship related to his or her field of study.

For foreign students with proficiency in a special language, the Ministry of Education may, on a case-by-case basis, give its approval for such students, following their enrollment, to take employment as instructors at language institutes affiliated with universities, colleges, or junior colleges, or at language institutes affiliated with foreign cultural and educational organizations in Taiwan.

Application for a work permit Foreign students who wish to work in Taiwan must hold a valid work permit. With the exception of summer and winter vacations, students with work permits may work a maximum of 16 hours per week while the work permit is valid. The maximum duration of a work permit for foreign students, overseas Chinese students, and ethnic Chinese students is 6 months. A new work permit shall be applied for after expiration.

Students can apply for work permits at the Council of Labor Affairs or at each school’s Office of Student Affairs. Students may also apply for work permits at the Council of Labor Affairs by mail. Application forms can be downloaded from the BEVT. The processing time is usually about 7-10 working days. For other questions concerning work permit, please visit the BEVT website.

• Employment Service Center, Taipei City Bureau Of Labor Affairs• Department of Labor, Taipei City Government • Taichung Region Employment Service Center (TRESC)

To obtain information on work permits, please visit the Office of Student Affairs at your school or the Council of Labor Affairs at: http://www.cla.gov.tw. It usually takes five working days to issue a work permit. Application forms can be downloaded from the Bureau of Employment and Vocational Training at: http://www.evta.gov.tw/

By Bus & Taxi

Each major city has its own bus system. Fares are inexpensive and service is frequent. Taxi fares start at NTD 70 (USD$2.3) and increase with the time and distance traveled. It is a good idea to have the name of your hotel or address written in Chinese when you travel by taxi.fares start at NTD 70 (USD 2.1) and increase with the time and distance traveled. It is a good idea to have the name of your hotel or address written in Chinese when you travel by taxi.

By Passenger CarIn Taiwan, cars are driven on the right. Students with international driver’s licenses may drive in Taiwan. However, driving is not recommended for those who are unfamiliar with the unique road and traffic conditions in Taiwan. Traffic is heavy and drivers must watch out for pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcycles and scooters, as well as other road users. Drivers have to be extremely cautious on the road. International or foreign driver’s license holders can apply for ROC driver licenses at the local Motor Vehicles Office.

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Useful information▪ Getting the Proper Visa▪ Before Your Arrival6

6.1 Getting the Proper VisaBefore you leave your home country for Taiwan, you will need to apply for a visa at your local Taiwanese Consulate. You will be required to bring along the following items with you to apply for your VISA:

• Letter of Acceptance from your university • Valid passport• 2 passport sized photographs• An application processing fee (varies country to country)• A statement showing that you have enough funds

We suggest you first call your local Taiwanese Consulate and inform them on the specifics of your intended trip to Taiwan for study and ask them about what documents are required for the VISA application. You should apply for a residence visa although sometimes a tourist visa is issued for first entry to Taiwan.

6.2 Before Your ArrivalOnce your confirmation of enrolment comes through and you’ve secured your student visa, it’s time to start thinking of some of the practicalities of travelling to Taiwan.

• It’s worth packing a few mementos from home that will give you some comfort when you’re missing your friends and family, but keep in mind that most airlines have a check-in baggage restriction of about 20kg (about 44lb).

• The type of clothing you should bring with you depends on which part of the country you will be living in, and the time of year you arrive. The Taiwanese fall coincides with the first academic semester in September, which is when most international students arrive. This means that you can probably get by with jeans, T-shirts and light jackets. If you arrive in time for the

second academic semester by mid-February, you’ll need to pack some warm sweaters, long-sleeved T-shirts and a coat to cope with the winter.

• You should bring some formal wear as well as traditional clothing from your culture for special occasions.

• You can bring your MP3 player along for the journey, and mobile phone and other electronic equipment, but make sure to get power adaptors suitable for use in Taiwan so you can charge them.

• Many international students bring some pre-packaged food from home in their luggage.

• You should also try to find a place for photocopies of all your important documents: passport, visa, flight tickets, insurance documents, credit cards, ATM cards and your admission letter.

• Make sure you also leave copies of all these documents with someone at home in case you lose the originals.

• You should also bring enough Taiwan currency in cash for your first few days. Without carrying large amount of cash with you, credit cards are accepted at major hotels, resorts, shops and restaurants. It is probably best, in terms of convenience and getting the best rates, to change money at the airport on arrival.

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