Tzu Chi College of Medicine and Humanities

About

Tzu Chi University, originally founded as Tzu Chi College of Medicine and Humanities in 1994, is renowned for its strong emphasis on medicine, life sciences, and humanities, deeply integrated with humanistic values and community service rooted in Buddhist principles. Its strongest programs include Medicine, Nursing, Life Sciences, and Public Health, preparing students to be compassionate professionals. For international students, the university offers a welcoming environment with support from its Office of International Affairs, facilitating exchange programs and providing assistance for cultural adaptation. While the primary language of instruction is Mandarin, some courses and programs, particularly at the graduate level or for exchange students, are offered in English. A distinctive characteristic is its unique holistic education model that combines academic rigor with a strong commitment to humanitarianism and service.

Background

Tzu Chi University (TCU; Chinese: 慈濟大學; Wade–Giles: Tz’u2 Chi4 Ta4-hsüeh2; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Chû-chè Tāi-ha̍k) is a private university in Hualien City, Hualien County, Taiwan. It was founded by the Tzu Chi Foundation (NGO). TCU has strong ties with Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation as well as five teaching hospitals in other parts of Taiwan. In 2024, Tzu Chi University of Science and Technology was merged as Jinanguo Campus.

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