TSE's pedagogy is based on an integrative vision of enabling students to see the forest and not simply the trees. Our students will be trained to apply interdisciplinary knowledge to do holistic analysis and avoid the pitfalls of partial analysis or unidimensional thinking.
Minimum residence: Two years (four semesters)
Maximum residence: Seven years (fourteen semesters)
English
14 students
(2 local students, 10 international students, 2 Overseas Chinese student)
(International students: subject to MOE’s “Regulations Regarding International Students Undertaking Studies in Taiwan,” the admission quota will be adjusted based on the university’s total quota)
First six semesters: NT$135,000 per semester (equal to US$ 4,500, at an exchange rate of US$ 1 = NT$ 30)
From the seventh semesters on: NT$40,000 per semester (equal to US$ 1,333, at an exchange rate of US$ 1 = NT$ 30)
Proficiency in English and with sufficient social sciences background
(but not necessarily social sciences majors)
Political Science
Economics
30 credits (equivalent of around 15 courses), plus 8 credits of Mandarin Chinese courses for International students**
Required (must pass the qualification exam first).
September 2027
September 7, 2026 (international)
TBA (Domestic)
TBA (Oversea Chinese)
* Tuition:
Students are liable to pay for the tuition and miscellaneous fees, which are TWD$ 135,000 per semester (equal to USD 4,500, at an exchange rate of USD 1 = TWD 30) for the first six semesters, and NT$40,000 per semester from the seventh semester onward.
** Mandarin courses:
According to University’s policy, international PhD students must complete 8 credits of Mandarin courses before graduation. Students who meet certain criteria may apply for a waiver. See "Mandarin Course Requirements for NTHU International Students."
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The following is a representative list of elective courses. Courses counting toward the degree are subject to approval by the program.
TSE602100 - International Relations of East Asia
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