National Yang-Ming University 2017 Fall Semester Prospectus for International Students

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1 National Yang-Ming University 2017 Fall Semester Prospectus for International Students 1

2 Degree Offered To International Students P3 The Admission Timetable for Fall Semester P5 Notification...P6 International Graduate Program International Health Program P8 School of Medicine Faculty of Medicine.... P10 Institute of Traditional Medicine..P12 Institute of Health and Welfare Policy....P13 Institute of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine.. P14 Institute of Brain Science.....P16 School of Biomedical Science and Engineering Department of Biomedical Engineering......P19 Institute of Biophotonics...P21 Department of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology......P22 Department of Biomedical Imaging and Radiological Sciences.P24 School of Life Sciences Department of Life Sciences and Institute of Genome Sciences...P26 Institute of Microbiology and Immunology. P28 Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology...P29 Institute of Biomedical Informatics..P31 School of Nursing Department of Nursing.P33 School of Dentistry Department of Dentistry...P35 Institute of Oral Biology....P37 School of Humanities and Social Sciences Institute of Philosophy of Mind and Cognition...P40 Institute of Science, Technology and Society...P41 Graduate Institute for Studies in Visual Cultures..P42 UST International Graduate Program International Program in Inter-Asia Cultural Studies P44 International Ph.D. Program in Interdisciplinary Neuroscience..P45 International Ph.D. Program in Photonics..P46 International Ph.D. Program in Environmental Science and Technology..P47 Attachment. Admission Regulation.....P48 Declaration Form... P49 Appendix I... P50 Appendix II..P51 Appendix III. P57 2

3 Degree Offered To International Students 2017 Department/Institute Degree offered to students International Graduate Program Bachelor Master Ph.D International Health Program School of Medicine Bachelor Master Ph.D Faculty of Medicine Institute of Traditional Medicine Institute of Health and Welfare Policy Institute of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine Institute of Brain Sciences School of Biomedical Science and Engineering Bachelor Master Ph.D Institute of Biomedical Engineering Institute of Biophotonics Department of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology Department of Biomedical Imaging and Radiological Sciences (BIRS) School of Life Sciences Bachelor Master Ph.D Department of Life Sciences and Institute of Genome Sciences Institute of Microbiology and Immunology Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Institute of Biomedical Informatics School of Nursing Bachelor Master Ph.D Department & Institute of Nursing School of Dentistry Bachelor Master Ph.D Department of Dentistry Institute of Oral Biology School of Humanities and Social Sciences Bachelor Master Ph.D Institute of Philosophy of Mind and Cognition Institute of Science, Technology and Society Graduate Institute for Studies in Visual Cultures UST International Graduate Program Bachelor Master Ph.D International Program in Inter-Asia Cultural Studies 3

4 International Ph.D. Program in Interdisciplinary Neuroscience International Ph.D. Program in Photonics International Ph. D. Program in Environmental Science and Technology 4

5 The Admission Timetable for Fall Semester 2017 Date Schedule of Events December 01, 2016 March 31, 2017 Application Period Online Application Submission Online Application Form Submission: 24:00 (GMT +8), March 31, 2017 March. 31, 2017 Required documents & Hardcopy documents Package postmarked by March 31,2017 April 01 April 30, 2017 May 22, 2017 Review of application materials by individual institutes (Some institutes will have oral interview) Admission Announcement 1. Please make sure you have already read the 2017 Prospectus for International Students. 2. All application documents must upload and post to us required documents prior to the application deadline (March 31, 2017). Note: Documents sent by the applicants to us will not be returned to the candidates. Late submission of either online application or late delivery of application materials will not be accepted. Please post the application materials to the following address: International Student Application National Yang-Ming University Office of International Affairs No.155, Sec. 2, Linong St., Beitou District, Taipei City 11221, Taiwan (R.O.C.) 國際學生申請文件 國立陽明大學國際事務處 台北市北投區立農街二段 155 號, 台灣 5

6 Notification 1. The applicants MUST fulfill the regulations for the foreign students admission set by the National Yang-Ming University. (For details, please refer to the Attachment ) 2. All applicants must have equivalent graduation Undergraduate Program applicants: High school diploma Master Program applicants: Bachelor s degree diploma PhD program applicants: Master s degree diploma Graduating students admitted to NYMU must submit their diploma before the time of registration, or admission will be cancelled. 3. The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institution and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy /representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C.. 4. For the financial statement, if the applicant has obtained or is going to apply for any scholarship, it is not necessary to enclose the financial statement. But you have to state the scholarship you applied clearly. Also, the verification will be hand in at the time of registration. 5. After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend either an oral interview or phone interview by the institutes, which will be held in early May, Applications from absentees will be considered withdrawn. The criteria for selection will be solely determined by the committee for student Recruitment of the Institute. All applications will be submitted to the committee of Foreign Student Admission for the final approval. 6. The ways of paying the application fee (required by some institutes) Pay by US dollars: please enclose a cheque in US dollars with the application. (Title: National Yang-Ming University) Pay by NT dollars: please enclose a cheque in NTD dollars with the application ( 抬頭 : 國立陽明大學 ) 7. Supporting documentation For your application to be considered, we need you to provide us with information that demonstrates your academic suitability for the course. Please include as much detail as possible at the point of application. In addition to your academic qualifications and experience, Course Selectors will look for evidence of other documentation, please be sure you read the admission prospectus carefully and prepared all required documentation of your department/institute. In order to ensure that information is correctly matched to your application, please always include your full name, date of birth and the course to which you have applied in all correspondence. Failure to do so may result in a decision on your application being delayed. Original (or attested copies of) documentation confirming all of the information you have provided must be made available to the University on request. Failure to do so may result in the withdrawal of any offer of a place at the National Yang-Ming University. If any information provided by the students is found to be false, the student shall be denied admission or discontinued from the program in the future. 6

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8 International Health Program International Graduate Program Master Ph.D. Notification: Courses are taught in English. Reminder: ICDF Scholarship applicants please complete application form on ICDF online application system and submit it and required documents to the ROC (Taiwan)Embassy/representative office. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores:100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (TYPE in English only, hand-writing is not acceptable) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Study and research plan (TYPE in English only, hand-writing is not acceptable) Purpose of study: Delineating the reasons for studying public health Plans of study: Stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research Anticipated results: Stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. 9. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) A financial statement is not necessary for application. However, qualified students who have no scholarship should provide a financial statement within 2 weeks of committing to enroll. 10. Other supporting materials: Other materials to evidence the applicant s abilities (ex. Chinese proficiency) and experiences. (Optional) Website: 8

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10 Faculty of Medicine Bachelor Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Program Duration: The undergraduate program covers 6 years, including 2 years of clerkship and internship training. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 20%) 1. Application fee: Domestic mailing address: NT$3000 or US$100 Overseas mailing address: NT$6000 or US$ Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 3. Two hard copies of the online application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration) 4. One copy of passport 5. Autobiography ( Handwriting in BOTH English AND Chinese) 6. Two Letters of Recommendation 7. Short essay writing (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; handwriting in BOTH English AND Chinese) 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Undergraduate program applicants: High School (or above) diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 10. Certificate of health status within 3 months Proof of positive measles and rubella antibody titers or measles and rubella vaccination certificates Chest X-Ray for Tuberculosis NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 11. Verification of Language Proficiency: (1) English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOFEL minimum score above 80(IBT)/550(PBT), IELTS 6.5, or TOEIC 750 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. (2) Chinese Proficiency: TOCFL level 5 or other appropriate proofs of Chinese proficiency. (TOCFL test information, please see the Appendix I.) 12. Other supporting materials: SAT scores 10

11 Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 80%) Test fee (for qualified applicants only): NT$6000 or US$200 After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. At this stage, the interview is proceeded by either an in person oral interview or phone/webcam interview. There will be NO waiver or return of Tuition and or Miscellaneous School Fees. Website: 11

12 Institute of Traditional Medicine Master Ph.D. Notification: Courses mostly are taught in English. Phase І -- Required Documentation (Weight of scores: 50%) 1. Application fee: Domestic mailing address: NT$1500 or US$50 Overseas mailing address: NT$2400 or US$75 2. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 3. Two copies of Application Form (Please go online and download the form.) 4. One copy of passport 5. Autobiography (TYPE in English AND Chinese) 6. Two Letters of Recommendation 7. Short essay writing (It will be related with your personal experience and TYPE in English OR Chinese) 8. Study and research plan(type in English OR Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plan of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 9. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcripts issued by the institution(with translation to English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institution and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 10. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 11. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 12. Other supporting materials. Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 50%) Test fee (for qualified applicants only): NT$2500 or US$80 After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. If the applicant is in Taiwan, it will be proceeded by an oral interview. If the applicant does not live in Taiwan, it will be proceeded by a phone or webcam interview. Please prepare a 10 minute oral presentation about traditional medicine (in English or Chinese). Website: 12

13 Institute of Health and Welfare Policy Master Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 40%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography ( TYPE in English) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay writing (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; and TYPE in English) 7. Study and research plan (TYPE in English) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plan of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 10. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4) 11. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 60%) After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. At this stage, the interview is proceeded by either an in person oral interview or phone/webcam interview. Website: 13

14 Institute of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine Master Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Application fee: Domestic mailing addresses: NT$1500/US$50 Overseas mailing addresses: NT$2400/US$75 2. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 3. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 4. One copy of passport 5. Autobiography ( please TYPE in BOTH English AND Chinese) 6. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 7. Short essay writing (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; written in English OR Chinese) 8. Study and research plan ( TYPE in English OR Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives. Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 9. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/ transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 10. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 11. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 12. Verification of Language Proficiency (1) English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. (2) Chinese Proficiency: TOCFL level 5 or other appropriate proofs of Chinese proficiency. (TOCFL test information, please see the Appendix I.) 14

15 13. Other supporting materials: A mpeg video (in DVD or VCD) using Chinese Self introductions Purpose of study Plan of study Website: 15

16 Institute of Brain Science Master Ph.D. Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores:100 %) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the on-line registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (TYPE in English OR Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay writing (TYPE in English OR Chinese) 7. Study and research plan (TYPE in English OR Chinese)( Page limit no more than 5 pages in total ) Research purpose: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Previous research achievement: describing all research experience and projects Study plan: stating specific areas of interest, and proposed subjects of current or future research objectives. State how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals. 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form. 10. Verification of Language: (1) English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English,TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. (2) Chinese Proficiency: appropriate proofs of language proficiency in Chinese (if you provide the certificate of Chinese courses as the proof, total hours regulation: 240 hours above in Chinese-speaking areas; 480 hours above in Non-Chinese-speaking areas. And with 800 Chinese vocabulary storage above) 16

17 11. Financial statement (shall be authenticate by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) Website: 17

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19 Department of Biomedical Engineering Bachelor Master Ph.D. Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Undergraduate: Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography ( please TYPE in English OR Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; TYPE in English OR Chinese) 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Undergraduate program applicants: Senior High School (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 9. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 10. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) is required it must have been taken within the past five years. 11. Other supporting materials Postgraduate (Master & Ph.D.) Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form 19

20 (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography ( please TYPE in English OR Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; TYPE in English OR Chinese) 7. Study and research plan ( please TYPE in English OR Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 10. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 11. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) is required it must have been taken within the past five years. 12. Other supporting materials Website: 20

21 Institute of Biophotonics Master Ph.D. Notification: Courses mostly are taught in English. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (TYPE in English OR Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Study and research plan (TYPE in English OR Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master program applicants: Bachelor s (or above) degree diploma/ transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/ transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Additional documents or certificates to demonstrate English or Chinese language ability. (optional) Institute Website: 21

22 Department of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology Bachelor Master Notification: Courses are taught in Chinese. The aim of our department is to cultivate clinical professionals in the field of physical therapy and assistive technology. Starting in academic year 2016, our 4-year program replaced with a new 6-year program. Students under the new 6-year program will be awarded Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) upon graduation. Physical therapist is a physically and mentally demanding profession. Physical therapist students should be able to meet the technical standards of our program, with or without reasonable accommodations. These technical standards include: observation with vision, hearing and somatic sensations; communication with speaking, reading and writing; motor function to perform physical examinations and to execute movement and transfer for patients. We encourage students who are interested in applying to contact our program early to discuss what accommodations might be possible given the program requirements. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 0%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (TYPE in BOTH English AND Chinese), NO more than 1000 words. 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; and TYPE in BOTH English AND Chinese) 7. Study and research plan (TYPE in BOTH English AND Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Undergraduate program applicants: High school (or above) diploma/transcripts Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 22

23 9. Verification of Language Proficiency (1) English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL score at 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or higher is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. (2) Chinese Proficiency: other appropriate proofs of Chinese proficiency. (TOCFL test information, please see the Appendix I.) Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 100%) After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. At this stage, the interview is proceeded by either an in person oral interview or phone/webcam interview. Institute Website: 23

24 Department of Biomedical Imaging and Radiological Sciences Master Ph.D. Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography ( TYPE in English OR Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; TYPE in English OR Chinese) 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. 9. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form Institute Website: 24

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26 Department of Life Sciences and Institute of Genome Sciences Bachelor Master Ph.D. Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese with Slides in English. Phase І -- Required Documentation (Weight of scores: 90%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the on-line registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (TYPE in English OR Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation 6. Study and research plan (TYPE in English OR Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcripts issued by the institution (with translation to English or Chinese, if in other languages) Undergraduate program applicants: high school (or above) diploma/transcripts Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institution and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy /representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 9. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 10. Verification of language proficiency: (1) English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) is required, taken within the past five years. (2) Chinese Proficiency: any appropriate Chinese proficiency proofs of having capability to use Chinese in classes. (TOCFL test information, please see the Appendix I.) 26

27 minutes mpeg video (in DVD or VCD) using Chinese OR English Self introductions Study purpose Study plan Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 10%) After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. The interview will proceed by either oral interview in person or phone/webcam interview. Website: 27

28 Institute of Microbiology and Immunology Ph.D. Notification: Courses are taught in English. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 50%) 1. Application fee: Domestic mailing address: NT$1500 or US$50 Overseas mailing address: NT$2400 or US$75 2. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) Please go online and download the form. 3. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 4. One copy of passport 5. Autobiography (TYPE in English OR Chinese) 6. Three Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 9. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 10. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. 11. Other supporting materials Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 50%) Test Fee(for qualified applicants only): NT$2500 or US$80 After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. At this stage, the interview is proceeded by either an in person oral interview or phone/webcam interview. There will be NO waiver or return of Tuition and or Miscellaneous School Fees. Website: 28

29 Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Master Ph.D. Master Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the on-line registration) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography ( TYPE in English OR Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay writing (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; TYPE in English) 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C. (Taiwan) should notify the Institute in the application form. 9. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 10. Verification of Language Proficiency: (1) English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. (2) Chinese Proficiency: other appropriate proofs of Chinese proficiency. (TOCFL test information, please see the Appendix I.) 29

30 Ph.D. Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography ( TYPE in English) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay writing (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; TYPE in English) 7. Study and research plan (TYPE in English) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C. (Taiwan) should notify the Institute in the application form. 10. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 11. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. Website: 30

31 Institute of Biomedical Informatics Master Ph.D. Notification: The students MUST pass the Chinese Examination stipulated by the institute of Biomedical Informatics before graduation. Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 70%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Curriculum Vitae. 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Statement of Purpose 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages). Master program applicants: Bachelor s (or above) degree diploma/transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma/bachelor and Master s transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Evidence of English Proficiency: certificate of TOEFL or other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. 9. Other supporting materials: Research experience related to Biomedical Informatics Published thesis Evidence of Chinese Proficiency Certificate of GRE Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 30%) After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. At this stage, the interview is proceeded by either an in person oral interview or phone/webcam interview. Please enclose applicants address and contact phone number clearly for the interview. Institute Website: 31

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33 Department of Nursing Bachelor Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 50%) 1. Application fee: Domestic mailing addresses: NT$1500 or US$50 Overseas mailing addresses: NT$2400 or US$75 2. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 3. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 4. One copy of passport 5. Autobiography (TYPE in English OR Chinese) 6. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 7. Study and research plan (TYPE in English OR Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives. Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 8. Short essay writing (TYPE in English OR Chinese) 9. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Undergraduate program applicants: High school (or above) diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 10. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C. (Taiwan) should notify the Department in the application form. 11. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4) 12. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 50%) After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. At this stage, the interview is proceeded by either an in person oral interview or phone/webcam interview. Website: 33

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35 Department of Dentistry Bachelor Master Ph.D. Undergraduate Notification: Courses are taught in Chinese. Program Duration: The undergraduate program covers 6 years, including one year of internship training. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography ( written in BOTH English AND Chinese with your handwriting) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay writing (on your personal experience and / or statement of purpose; written in Chinese with handwriting; if the essay is not your own handwriting, it will not be evaluated ) 7. Study and research plan (BOTH in English OR Chinese with your handwriting) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plan of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma / certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Undergraduate program applicants: High School (or above) diploma / transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma / certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C. (Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 10. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 35

36 11. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) is required it must have been taken within the past five years. 12. Other supporting materials such as Volunteer Activities, Extracurricular Activities and other evidence of scholarly achievements etc., please enclose the documentation with your application.(if available) Postgraduate (Master & Ph.D.) Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (TYPE in English OR Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Study and research plan (TYPE in English OR Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in National Yang-Ming University. Plan of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 7. One official copy of the highest-level diploma / certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Ph.D.'s program applicants: Master's (or above) degree diploma / transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 8. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C. (Taiwan) has to notice in the application form. 9. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) is required it must have been taken within the past five years. 10. Other supporting materials Website: 36

37 Institute of Oral Biology Master Ph.D. Notification: The Institute of Oral Biology does not offer any clinical specialty training. Courses are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 30%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (written in BOTH Chinese AND English) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Ph.D. applicant only. Short essay writing (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; and TYPE in English OR Chinese) 7. RESEARCH plan for Ph.D. applicant / STUDY plan for Master applicant (TYPE in Chinese OR English). 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree transcripts PhD program applicants: Master's (or above) degree transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form 10. Financial statement (shall be subjected to authenticate by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) 11. English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) or IELTS 6.5 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. 12. Other supporting materials such as Volunteer Activities, Extracurricular Activities and other evidence of scholarly achievements etc., please enclose the documentation with your application.(if available) 37

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40 Institute of Philosophy of Mind and Cognition Master Notification: Courses mostly are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (TYPE in Chinese OR English) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Short essay writing (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; and TYPE in English OR Chinese) 7. Study and research plan (TYPE in English OR Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma / transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Verification of English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 80(IBT) / 550(PBT) is required it must have been taken within the past five years. 10. Certificate of health status within 3 months NOTE: Applicants who had ever suffered from Legal Infectious Disease stipulated by Center for Disease Control, R.O.C.(Taiwan) has to notice in the application form. 11. Financial statement (shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy / representative office (in applicant s country) showing your financial support during the study period. (see Notification, item 4 ) Website: 40

41 Institute of Science, Technology and Society Master Notification: Courses are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 60%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography (TYPE in BOTH English AND Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Essay writing (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; TYPE in English OR Chinese) 7. Study and research plan (TYPE in BOTH English AND Chinese) Purpose of study: delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Verification of Language Proficiency: Chinese Proficiency: TOCFL level 5 or other appropriate proofs of Chinese proficiency. (TOCFL test information, please see the Appendix I.) Phase II Interview (Weight of scores: 40%) After the preliminary screening, qualified applicants will be informed to attend an interview. At this stage, the interview is proceeded by either an in person oral interview or phone/webcam interview. Institute Website: 41

42 Graduate Institute for Studies in Visual Cultures Master Notification: Courses are taught in Chinese. Phase І -- Application and Preliminary Screening (Weight of scores: 100%) 1. Declaration Form (MUST include applicant s signature) (Please go online and download the form.) 2. Two copies of the Application Form (Please print out the form after completing the online registration.) 3. One copy of passport 4. Autobiography ( in BOTH English AND Chinese) 5. Two Letters of Recommendation (attached to the application) 6. Study and research plan ( in BOTH English AND Chinese ) Purpose of study: Delineating the reasons for studying in Taiwan Plans of study: Stating specific area of interest, and proposed subject of current or future research objectives Anticipated results: Stating how the intended study will help fulfill personal and scientific goals 7. Short essay (on your personal experience and/or statement of purpose; TYPE in English OR Chinese) 8. One official copy of the highest-level diploma/certificate (or equivalent academic attainment) AND one original copy of transcript(s) issued by the institution (with translations into English or Chinese, if in other languages) Master's program applicants: Bachelor's (or above) degree diploma/transcripts NOTE: The graduation diploma/certificate of foreign educational institutions and transcripts shall be subjected to validation by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) embassy/representative office (in applicant s country) in accordance with requirements of the Ministry of Education, R.O.C. 9. Verification of Language Proficiency: (1) English Proficiency: For international applicants whose native language is not English, TOEFL minimum score above 75(IBT) / 540(ITP), IELTS 6, or TOEIC785 is required it must have been taken within the past five years. Other appropriate proofs of English proficiency provided by the R.O.C. embassies are also acceptable. (2) Chinese Proficiency: TOCFL level 5 or other appropriate proofs of Chinese proficiency. Website: 42

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