Yuan Ze University

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Official Website
Email: intacyzu@saturn.yzu.edu.tw

Overview

Yuan Ze University (YZU), established in 1989 in Taoyuan City, Taiwan, is a private university recognized for rapid development and strong academic quality. It is known as the first university in Taiwan to receive the National Quality Award (2003), highlighting excellence in teaching, research, and administration.

YZU has over 9,000 students and is organized into major colleges such as Engineering, Informatics, Management, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Electrical & Communication Engineering. The university emphasizes innovation, internationalization, and industry–academia collaboration, supported by research centers like the Fuel Cell Center and Communications Research Center.

It is also recognized in international rankings and promotes bilingual (especially English-medium) education to prepare students for global careers.

Key Strengths:

- Strong reputation in teaching quality and research excellence (National Quality Award winner)

- Emphasis on innovation, flexibility, and interdisciplinary learning

- High level of industry collaboration and internship opportunities through partnerships

- Wide availability of English-taught programs and bilingual education system

Academic Calendar

Fall Semester

- Nomination Deadline: Around Mid-May

- Application Deadline: Around Early-Mid June

- Semester Start: Around Early September

- Lecture Start: Around Mid-Late September

- End of Lectures: Around Early February

- End of Semester: Around Late February

Spring Semester

- Nomination Deadline: Around Mid-November

- Application Deadline: Around Early-Mid December

- Semester Start: Around Early March

- Lecture Start: Around Mid-Late March

- End of Lectures: Around Mid July

- End of Semester: Around Late August

Exact dates may vary each academic year. Students are advised to refer to the partner university’s official website for the most updated information.

Orientation programs are held 1-2 weeks before the semester begins. Students are encouraged to arrive early.

General Info Sheets

Language Requirements:

- English Programs: B2

- German Programs: B2

Required Documents:

- Application Form

- Accommodation Form

- Transcript of Records

- Learning Agreement

- Language Certificate

- Passport Copy

- Passport-sized Photo

Requirements for Enrolment:

- Semester Fee Payment

- Health Insurance

- Student Visa

Support and Information:

- Student Accommodation

- Introduction Week

- Student Life

- Living Costs

Courses in English

YZU offers a variety of full-degree programs taught in English, especially through its International Academy. Key programs include:

Undergraduate Programs:
- International Bachelor Program in Engineering
- International Bachelor Program in Strategic Communication
- English Bachelor of Business Administration (EBBA)
- International Bachelor Program in Informatics
- International Bachelor Program in Electrical and Communication Engineering

Additionally, many individual courses across engineering, business, informatics, and social sciences are available in English at both undergraduate and graduate levels.