Language of instruction
National Taiwan University is the flagship university of Taiwan. Dedicated to excellence and leadership since 1928, NTU has contributed significantly to Taiwan’s rapid development into one of the world’s most competitive economies and democratic societies. The University also benefits from Taiwan’s rich Chinese heritage and strategic regional position, offering initiatives and solutions that bridge East and West.
The University is situated in Taiwan’s capital, Taipei. The city has witnessed several distinct eras throughout its history, including Spanish and Dutch development, Qing dynasty rule, and Japanese colonial rule. The result is a curious fusion of cultures.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring (Second) Semester | February–June |
| Semester 2 | Fall (First) Semester | August/September–January |
View the NTU academic calendar
Guides and additional information
NTU has online resources to help get more from your exchange:
Campuses
NTU has 3 campus locations:
- Taipei main campus
- Shuiyan campus
- Downtown campus
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Student testimonials
- B Business Management/ArtsSemester 2, 2018
Studying in Taipei was fun, immersive, and challenging. Just avoid the stinky tofu.
- B Business Management/CommerceSemester 1, 2019
- Bachelor of International StudiesSemester 1, 2018
Taiwan for its small size may be one of the most densely packed countries in the world filled with some of the most friendly people and beautiful scenery.
Full-time study load
15 credits per semester at NTU is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.5 to study at NTU.
(Students with a lower GPA may be considered on a case-by-case basis, please contact the Internships and Global Experiences team for advice)
Language
You will need Chinese language skills of at least CEFR level B1 to enrol in Chinese-taught courses at NTU.
Study Options
You must choose one admission department from those open to exchange students and take the majority of courses within the chosen faculty. Further details are outlined in the Additional Academic Information section below.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.
Find courses
Search the NTU course catalogue.
Search the Credit Precedent Database to find courses offered by your host university that have been previously approved for credit at UQ. The database should be used as a general guide only.
You must still check the host university course catalogue to see if courses from the Credit Precedent Database are still on offer and in the correct semester of your exchange.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Accommodation
All international students can apply for on-campus housing at NTU. The University provides several dormitory options, each with different facilities. On-campus housing is not guaranteed. The Office of International Affairs provides housing information for incoming students.
Cost of living
NTU provides a breakdown of expenses you can expect to encounter on exchange in Taiwan.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on UQ’s Travel Insurance web page (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
Students at NTU who hold an ARC must enrol in the National Health Insurance program. Students without an ARC will still need to acquire adequate health insurance.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
NTU provides visa and immigration information for incoming exchange students.
Contact the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office for more visa information.
Travel risk levels
The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the Smartraveller website.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)