From October 29 to November 2, the National University System of Taiwan consisting of Taiwan Tech, National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU), and National Taiwan University (NTU), visited several prestigious high schools in the Kansai region of Japan. The universities hosted a series of information sessions and promotional events to introduce Taiwan’s academic advantages and diverse programs to students and parents interested in studying in Taiwan. This initiative highlighted the close collaboration among the three universities, aiming to attract more Japanese students to study in Taiwan while enriching the diversity of Taiwan Tech’s student body and deepening academic and cultural exchanges between Taiwan and Japan.

Students from Otokuni High School (right) and Taiwan Tech representatives (left) engage in a detailed discussion about studying in Taiwan.

The delegation visited several local high schools, including Doshisha International High School, Osaka Prefectural Sumiyoshi High School, Yuhigaoka Gakuen High School, and Kyoto Prefectural Otokuni High School. Representatives from the three universities delivered presentations in Japanese, showcasing their academic strengths, unique programs, and diverse course offerings. They also discussed key topics such as the application process, scholarships, accommodation options, and career services-issues of particular interest to students. Additionally, they provided tailored advice and options based on students’ individual interests and needs, enhancing the appeal of studying in Taiwan.

Approximately 80 students from Otokuni High School actively participated in the information session.

Taiwan Tech provided comprehensive information and advice, covering application preparation, estimated living costs, on-campus and off-campus activities, and other important details to help students prepare in advance. In addition to addressing common concerns about living costs, cultural adaptation, and the learning environment, the session also offered one-on-one consultations to answer personal questions.

Taiwan Tech is renowned for its programs in electronics, electrical engineering, and related fields, with courses covering electronics, electrical engineering, computer science, civil engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, and semiconductors. As global demand for semiconductor talent continues to rise, Taiwan Tech is committed to providing cutting-edge educational resources and attracting international students from countries like Indonesia and Vietnam, making it one of the most internationally diverse universities in Taiwan.

Parents of students from Doshisha International High School (left) also attended the information session and visited the booth to inquire about the cost of living in Taiwan and details on dormitory applications.

Dean of International Affairs at Taiwan Tech, Professor Ying-Jung Yeh, stated that the university currently has a large number of Southeast Asian students. She hopes that this event will help attract more Japanese students to study in Taiwan, further diversifying the international student body and fostering cross-cultural exchanges on campus. Additionally, enrolling Japanese students not only enhances academic interaction between Taiwan and Japan but also contributes to the development of international talent in Taiwan.

Taiwan Tech, along with National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) and National Taiwan University (NTU), recently visited the Kansai region in Japan to host a series of information sessions and promotional events. Pictured on the right (6th from the left) is Nishida Kikuo, Principal of Doshisha International High School.

Taiwan Tech also maintains strong relationships with several prestigious Japanese universities, engaging in various forms of bilateral exchanges such as student exchange programs, laboratory research, and dual-degree programs. This event showcased the collaborative efforts of the three universities in recruitment and promotion, demonstrating the benefits of their partnership. Each university excels in different academic fields: Taiwan Tech emphasizes technology and applied sciences, NTNU specializes in education, humanities, and arts, while NTU offers a broad range of comprehensive disciplines. Together, the three universities provide complementary academic resources, meeting students’ diverse needs and creating more academic opportunities, thereby enhancing the global competitiveness of Taiwan’s higher education.

Taiwan Tech will continue to promote Taiwan-Japan educational cooperation in the future, helping more Japanese students discover and choose Taiwan as their next destination for higher education. The university is committed to strengthening cross-national exchanges and deepening the academic and cultural ties between Taiwan and Japan.

Yuhigaoka Gakuen High School Admissions Information Session.