1. National Taiwan University (NTU)
2. National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST)
3. National Taipei University of Technology (NTUT)
4. National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU)
5. National Tsing Hua University (NTHU)
6. National Cheng Kung University (NCKU)
7. National Sun Yat Sun University (NSYSU)
8. Minghsin University of Science and Technology (MUST)

National Taiwan University (NTU)

Location: Daan District, Taipei.

QS World University Ranking 2025: #68

Semiconductor training program:

1. Bachelor's training program: Global Undergraduate Program in Semiconductors (GUPS). For details, see: https://gups.ntu.edu.tw/ 

Target: based on providing basic knowledge of physics, mathematics, electrical and electronic engineering, information technology and materials science, integrated into an in-depth training program in semiconductor technology.

Training time: 4 years

Tuition fees for international students: 60,000 NTD/semester.

Scholarships and internship opportunities: Details not updated, please refer to the school's general scholarship policy (maximum tuition subsidy of NT$65,000/semester, and living expenses of NT$8,000/month): https://admissions.ntu.edu.tw/fees-scholarships/scholarships/ 

Application information for international students: Admission in the fall semester (September), application period changes every year, can last from October of the previous year to February). For details, see: https://gups.ntu.edu.tw/admissions 

Training professors come from the following majors: Most of the professors from Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science provide core training courses related to electricity and electronics; some professors from Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Engineering provide courses related to materials; other professors from Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering provide courses on big data, ... or general subjects. For details, see: https://gups.ntu.edu.tw/people 

Training program: 128 credits, students need to have a CEFR Level B1 Chinese certificate (TOCFL Level 3) before graduation. For details, see: https://gups.ntu.edu.tw/courses 

• Compulsory subjects for all students (24 credits): Language (Chinese, English), Physical Education (PE), …
• Compulsory subjects for GUPS (51 credits): analysis, technical mathematics, physics, chemistry, programming languages, electronics, electronic circuits, electromagnetism, circuit design, ...
• Elective courses by major (12 credits), choose one of 4 areas:
  • Semiconductor Devices.
  • Semiconductor Processing.
  • Integrated Circuits Design.
  • Mechanics of Materials.
• Elective subjects (15 credits):
  • Physics: choose at least 2 subjects in the following areas: Solid State Physics, Semiconductor Testing and Analysis, Integrated Circuit Design.
  • Data Analytics: choose at least 1 subject in the fields, including Data Analytics, System Control, Information Technologies.
  • Research Training and Laboratory Practice
• Other electives (26 credits): can choose electives in the above group or in other faculties.

General conditions:

• At least high school diploma or equivalent. For candidates expected to graduate, a temporary graduation certificate is required.
• Foreign language: B2 level in TOEFL / IELTS / TOEIC / GEPT / Cambridge Main Suite/BULATS.

Program introduction video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQs-A2YycZg 

Application link: https://admissions.ntu.edu.tw/apply/degree-students/international-students/ 

2. Graduate training program: Program for Semiconductor Devices, Materials, and Hetero-integration of Graduate School of Advanced Technology (GSAT). For details, see: https://gsat.ntu.edu.tw/en/dmhi/ 

Target: Based on the combination of materials science and modern equipment, students will be equipped with knowledge and skills from synthesis and analysis of basic nanomaterials to device design, microcircuit simulation, aiming to nurture highly skilled professionals.

Training time: Master's (1 - 4 years), PhD (2 - 7 years).

Tuition fees for international students: about 60,000 NTD/semester. https://admissions.ntu.edu.tw/fees-scholarships/tuition-fees/ 

Scholarship: https://admissions.ntu.edu.tw/fees-scholarships/scholarships/ 

Internship opportunities: https://gsat.ntu.edu.tw/en/internship/ 

Application information for international students: Admission to the fall semester in September (applications are submitted around October of the previous year to February), admission to the spring semester in February (applications are submitted around August of the previous year to October).

Training program: offers courses including solid state physics, semiconductor device physics, semiconductor process technology, materials thermodynamics, advanced quantum technology and applications, advanced memory technology, and advanced materials analysis and testing technology. For more information, visit: https://gsat.ntu.edu.tw/en/dmhi/degreeregulations/ 

Masters degree requires completion of 24 credits (at least 12 credits of elective courses and 3 credits of internship in one semester). Doctoral degree requires completion of 18 credits (at least 9 credits of elective courses and 3 credits of internship in two semesters). Students who study directly for PhD (without going through master's degree) need to complete 30 credits. Other requirements can be found at: https://gsat.ntu.edu.tw/en/aboutus/regulations/ 

The program includes 4 majors: detailed information about each major can be found on the program's website.

• Program in Integrated Circuit Design and Automation.
• Program in Semiconductor Devices, Materials, and Hetero-integration.
• Program in Nanoengineering and Nanoscience.
• Program in Precision Health and Intelligent Medicine.

General conditions:

• At least a bachelor's degree (for master's degree) or master's degree (for doctoral degree) or equivalent.
• Foreign languages: CEFR B2, TOEFL iBT: 72, IELTS: 5.5, TOEIC: 785, GEPT: High-Intermediate.

Application link: https://admissions.ntu.edu.tw/apply/degree-students/international-students/