Asia University

Asia University, Taiwan

Email: ciae@asia.edu.tw 

Overview

Asia University (AU) is a private comprehensive university located in Wufeng District, Taichung, Taiwan. Founded in 2001, it has grown into one of Taiwan’s respected higher education institutions with a mission rooted in health, care, innovation, and excellence. The campus hosts a vibrant community and a broad range of academic offerings with strong emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, research, and global engagement. 

The university comprises multiple colleges, such as Medicine & Health, Information & Electrical Engineering, Management, Humanities & Social Sciences, Creative Design, Nursing, and Artificial Intelligence. Not only that, but the offers extended from undergraduate to doctoral programs. Asia University actively promotes international exchange, industry collaboration, and career-oriented education to prepare students for global competitiveness. 

Key Strengths of Asia University (AU):

1. High regional and global rankings: Asia University is recognized in major global rankings, including Times Higher Education Asia rankings where it stands among the top universities with strong research and internationalization indicators, and in U.S. News & World Report subject rankings where it excels in areas like Artificial Intelligence and Green & Sustainable Science and Technology.

2. Strong research and innovation orientation: AU invests in research centers and collaborative labs such as cloud computing, and fosters AI, intelligent healthcare, and sustainability research, aligning teaching with industry and technological advancements.

3. Wide academic portfolio: With 7 colleges covering diverse fields such as health sciences, engineering, management, design, and AI, Asia University offers rich interdisciplinary academic opportunities.

4. Internationalization and student mobility: Through programs like AU-318, extensive global exchange partnerships, dual-degree options, and internships abroad, AU supports global skills and cultural exposure for students.

Academic Calendars

The academic year at Asia University is divided into two semesters:

Spring Semester:

1. Nomination and Application Deadline:Late November

2. Semester Start: Early March

3. Semester End: Late June - Early July

Fall Semester:

1. Nomination and Application Deadline: Late June

2. Semester Start: Early September

3. Semester End: Late December - Early January

Orientation for international students is conducted a week before each semester, covering essential topics such as course registration, cultural adaptation, and campus facilities.

Courses in English

Based on Asia University official information (International Academy and international admissions materials), several English-taught programs are available for international students (based on the most recent listings):

Undergraduate Programs Taught in English:

1. Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering

2. Department of Finance

3. Department of Accounting and Information Systems

4. Department of Foreign Languages and Literature

In addition to full degree programs, Asia University also offers a wide range of individual courses taught in English at undergraduate and graduate levels across faculties. The availability of courses may vary by academic year and department. Other programs such as summer school and exchange programs at Asia University provide courses entirely in English, giving both local and international students the opportunity to study in a fully English academic environment.