Fu Jen Catholic University

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http://fujenglobal.fju.edu.tw/study-abroad.php
Email: oiesa@mail.fju.edu.tw

Overview

Fu Jen Catholic University (FJU), located in New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a prestigious private Catholic institution known for its academic excellence and international collaborations. Established in Beijing in 1925 and re-established in Taiwan in 1961, it offers a wide range of programs across disciplines such as liberal arts, medicine, science, management, and communication. Renowned for its motto “Truth, Goodness, Beauty, Holiness,” FJU fosters holistic education rooted in Catholic values. Its global partnerships with over 400 universities enhance its reputation for student exchanges and joint research. The university is celebrated for its contributions to humanities, sciences, and cross-cultural understanding.

 

The key strengths of FJU are:

1.   Comprehensive Education: FJU offers over 100 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs across 11 colleges, making it one of the most diverse academic institutions in Taiwan.

2.   Catholic Values: The university fosters a commitment to moral education, community service, and global citizenship in which integrated in their vision, mission, and core values.

3.   Strong Industry Connections: FJU collaborates with industries to provide internship opportunities and applied learning experiences for students.

4.   Global Partnerships: The university maintains exchange agreements with over 300 institutions worldwide, providing ample opportunities for international collaboration.

5.   Rankings: Fu Jen Catholic University is ranked within the top 150 in Asia according to the QS Asia University Rankings 2024. Reference: https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/fu-jen-catholic-university

 

 

Academic Calendar

Fu Jen Catholic University follows a semester-based academic calendar with the following key dates:

Fall Semester (First Semester):

1.   Start Date: Early September

2.   End Date: Mid-January

3.   Application Deadline: Mid-June

 

Spring Semester (Second Semester):

1.   Start Date: Mid-February

2.   End Date: Late June

3.   Application Deadline: Late October

Orientation sessions are held at the beginning of each semester to help international students adapt to the university and Taiwanese culture. The full academic calendar is on the next section about Info Sheets for the PDF version!

 

General Info Sheets

Fu Jen Catholic University offers a wide range of English-taught courses, catering to international students across various disciplines. The university is especially known for its academic excellence in:

1. Philosophy         
2. Sinology         
3. Foreign languages         
4. Mass communication         
5. Graphic design         
6. Law         
7. Management         
8. Physical education         
9. Medicine       
10. Applied science       
11. Engineering

There are also some courses in English you can check out, including:

1. Bachelor's Program in Interdisciplinary Studies BACHELOR'S PROGRAM in INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
2. MA Program in Brand and Fashion Management (College of Fashion and Textiles) http://www.bfm.fju.edu.tw
3. MBA Program in International Management (College of Management) ?????????????(imMBA)
4. Department of English Language and Literature (Master's Program) (College of Foreign Languages ??and Literatures) ?????
5. Graduate Institute of Applied Science and Engineering  (College of Science and Engineering) ??????????????
6. Department of Chemistry (Ph.D. Program) (College of Science and Engineering) ???????
7. Department of Electrical Engineering (Master's Program) (College of Science and Engineering) ???????
8. Graduate Institute of Cross-Cultural Studies (Ph.D. Program in Comparative Literature and Cross-Cultural Studies) (College of Foreign Languages and Literatures) ??????
9. Graduate Institute of Business Administration (Ph.D. Program)  (College of Management) ?????????(???)

A complete list of courses in English, along with their syllabi and schedules, is available on Fu Jen Catholic University’s website or through their International Office. Alternatively, you can check the link at http://fujenglobal.fju.edu.tw/study-package.php for more info