National Tsinghua University

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National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) is a premier research-intensive institution in Taiwan, renowned for its strong emphasis on science, engineering, and technology. It consistently ranks among the top universities globally, particularly excelling in fields like Engineering, Computer Science, and Natural Sciences. For international students, NTHU offers a vibrant academic environment with a growing number of English-taught programs, especially at the graduate level, and robust support through its Office of Global Affairs which facilitates admissions, scholarships, and student life. The university is uniquely characterized by its close ties to the Hsinchu Science Park, often dubbed "Taiwan's Silicon Valley," providing unparalleled opportunities for internships and research collaborations.

Background

National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) is a national public research university in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Founded in Peking in 1911, it was re-established in Taiwan in 1956 following the Chinese Civil War. The university is organized into twelve colleges, 26 departments, and 31 research institutes which collectively enroll more than 9,000 undergraduates and 9,000 graduate students. Its suburban campus neighbors the Hsinchu Science Park, a leading technology hub. As a member of the University System of Taiwan, it is affiliated with National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, National Central University and National Chengchi University. The university's alumni include Nobel Prize laureates Yang Chen-Ning, Tsung-Dao Lee, and Yuan T. Lee.

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