Tamkang University

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Tamkang University is a comprehensive private university in Taiwan, renowned for its strong emphasis on globalization, information-oriented education, and future-oriented learning. Academically, it is particularly strong in Engineering, Management, Foreign Languages, and Architecture. For international students, Tamkang offers a welcoming environment with numerous English-taught programs across various faculties, supported by a dedicated Office of International Exchanges and International Affairs that facilitates exchange programs and provides comprehensive support services. The university's commitment to internationalization is a distinctive characteristic, aiming to cultivate global citizens through diverse academic and cultural experiences.

Background

Tamkang University (TKU; simplified Chinese: 淡江大学; traditional Chinese: 淡江大學; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Tām-kang Tāi-ha̍k) is a private university in Tamsui District, New Taipei City, Taiwan. It was founded in 1950 as a junior college of English. Today it is a comprehensive university with 11 colleges that serves nearly 25,000 students on four campuses (three traditional, one online). Tamkang University is Taiwan's oldest private institution of higher learning. Over 28,000 students of 50 nationalities form a diverse student body. Tamkang has partnerships with over 100 sister universities in 28 countries. The university's main campus in historic Tamsui is noted for its scenery.

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