Why study in Taiwan?
Taiwan is a modern, free, democratic society whose people are hardworking, fun-loving, educated and friendly. Students greatly benefit from the diversity of the Han Chinese culture from mainland China, the culture of immigrants from South East Asia and that of thirteen indigenous groups.
While eagerly embracing the future, the people of Taiwan hold onto traditional values and ideals. The family, including ancestors, is of utmost importance; education and scholarship are held in high esteem. Traditional forms of writing, architecture and art are part of everyday life. Yes, in Taiwan the ancient and modern, traditional and new are seamlessly woven together, creating a fascinating, dynamic society like no other in the world.
The government's scholarship policy lowers foreign students' tuition burden. Moreover, universities in Taiwan have made remarkable achievements in researching and developing science and technology and Taiwan's semiconductor industry is well-known internationally.
Why Taiwan?
Taiwan has an outstanding higher education system that provides opportunities for international students to study a wide variety of subjects, ranging from Chinese language and history to tropical agriculture and forestry, genetic engineering, business, semi-conductors and more.
Chinese culture holds education and scholarship in high regard, and nowhere is this truer than in Taiwan. In Taiwan you will experience a vibrant, modern society rooted in one of world's most venerable cultures, and populated by some of the most friendly and hospitable people on the planet. A great education can lead to a great future. What are you waiting for? Come to Taiwan and fulfill your dreams. There are many reasons international students will find Taiwan an exciting and rewarding place to pursue their education.
Why Learn Mandarin in Taiwan?
Taiwan follows long-standing Chinese culture and uses traditional Chinese characters. There are Mandarin Chinese language centers in many universities, offering high quality Chinese language education. All of these schools train students on listening, speaking, reading and writing through lively teachings.
Scholarships
In order to promote good relations between Taiwan and other countries, as well as improving Taiwan industry's development and higher education's competence, the government and many universities provide abundant scholarships to attract foreign students to study in Taiwan.
The government of Taiwan provides the scholarships for foreign students, such as "Taiwan Scholarhsip" and "Huayu Enrichment Scholarship" provided by the Ministry of Education. In addition, every university also provides "Foreign Student Scholarship" to help foreign students come to Taiwan to study.
Links
For more information on scholarships, study programmes and Chinese learning please visit:
Ministry of Education, Republic of China (Taiwan):
Living in Taiwan:
http://iff.immigration.gov.tw/iffwelcome.asp
Tourism Bureau:
Chinese Language Centers:
http://english.moe.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=9693&CtNode=417&mp=1
