(MAPE)
(MGPE)
(CPT)
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.
Two years (four semesters)
English
58 students
(4 local students, 50 international students, and 4 Overseas Chinese students)
(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)
Full-time: NT$135,000 (per semester)
Total cost for two-year program (four semesters): NT$ 540,000 (equal to US$ 18,000, at an exchange rate of US$ 1 = NT$ 30) *
Proficiency in English and with sufficient social sciences background
(but not necessarily social sciences majors)
Asian Political Economy (MAPE)
Global Political Economy (MGPE)
Economic Development (MED)
Public Policy (MPP)
Comparative Political Thought (CPT)
24 credits (equivalent of 12 courses), plus 4 credits of Mandarin Chinese courses for International students***
Required
September 2027
September 7, 2026 (international)
TBA (Domestic)
TBA (Oversea Chinese)
* Tuition:
The total tuition and miscellaneous fees of our two-year program are NT$ 540,000. Students are liable to pay for the first four semesters (two semesters an academic year), of which the tuition and miscellaneous fees are NT$ 135,000 per semester. For those who do not complete the program in the first four semesters, from the fifth semester on, no tuition and miscellaneous fees will be charged. Each year, students with outstanding academic performance may receive a scholarship. The type and eligibility requirements of the scholarship may vary each year.
** Changing tracks:
Students may apply to change their track, subject to program approval.
*** Mandarin courses:
According to University’s policy, international Masters students must complete 4 credits of Mandarin courses before graduation. Students who meet certain criteria may apply for a waiver. See "Mandarin Course Requirements for NTHU International Students."
Prerequisite (not counted toward the 24 required credits):*
* May be waived by placement test or instructor review.
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* May be waived by placement test or instructor review.
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* May be waived by placement test or instructor review.
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* May be waived by placement test or instructor review.
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If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.