History and Development:
Founded as Ming Hsin Engineering College in 1966.
Upgraded to a four-year institute in 1993 and renamed Ming Hsin Institute of Technology.
Achieved university status in 2002, becoming Minghsin University of Science and Technology.
Academic Structure:
Colleges: The university comprises several colleges including the College of Engineering, College of Business and Management, College of Service Industries, College of Health and Nursing, and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Programs: Offers a diverse array of programs ranging from engineering and technology to business, health sciences, and the humanities.
Research: Strong emphasis on research and development, particularly in science and technology.
Facilities and Campus:
Modern campus with state-of-the-art facilities.
Extensive library resources and research labs.
Recreational facilities for students, including sports complexes and cultural centers.
International Collaboration:
Actively engaged in international partnerships and exchange programs.
Collaborates with universities and institutions worldwide to enhance academic and research opportunities.
Community Engagement:
Focus on community service and industry collaboration.
Programs designed to meet the needs of local industries and contribute to regional development.
Student Life:
Vibrant campus life with numerous clubs, organizations, and extracurricular activities.
Support services for students, including counseling, career services, and international student assistance.
College of Engineering:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Electrical Engineering
Department of Electronic Engineering
Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering
Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering and Environmental Resources Management
College of Business and Management:
Department of Business Administration
Department of International Business
Department of Information Management
Department of Marketing and Logistics Management
Department of Finance
Department of Industrial Management
College of Service Industries:
Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management
Department of Applied Foreign Languages
Department of Digital Media Design
Department of Leisure and Sports Management
College of Health and Nursing:
Department of Nursing
Department of Healthcare Administration
Department of Long-Term Care
College of Humanities and Social Sciences:
Department of Child Care and Education
Department of Social Work
College of Engineering:
Graduate Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
Graduate Institute of Electronic and Optical Engineering
Graduate Institute of Chemical and Materials Engineering
Graduate Institute of Civil Engineering and Disaster Prevention Technology
College of Business and Management:
Graduate Institute of Business and Management
Graduate Institute of International Business
Graduate Institute of Information Management
Graduate Institute of Marketing and Logistics Management
Graduate Institute of Finance
College of Service Industries:
Graduate Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management
Graduate Institute of Applied Foreign Languages
Graduate Institute of Digital Media Design
College of Health and Nursing:
Graduate Institute of Nursing
Graduate Institute of Healthcare Administration
College of Humanities and Social Sciences:
Graduate Institute of Child Care and Education
Graduate Institute of Social Work
College |
Program Name |
Duration |
Tuition Fees Per Year (USD) |
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College of Engineering |
Mechanical Engineering |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
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Electrical Engineering |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
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Electronic Engineering |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Computer Science and Information Engineering |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Chemical and Materials Engineering |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Civil Engineering and Environmental Resources Management |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
College of Business and Management |
Business Administration |
4 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
|
International Business |
4 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
|
Information Management |
4 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
|
Marketing and Logistics Management |
4 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
|
Finance |
4 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
|
Industrial Management |
4 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
College of Service Industries |
Tourism and Hospitality Management |
4 years |
$3,000 - $4,000 |
|
Applied Foreign Languages |
4 years |
$3,000 - $4,000 |
|
Digital Media Design |
4 years |
$3,000 - $4,000 |
|
Leisure and Sports Management |
4 years |
$3,000 - $4,000 |
College of Health and Nursing |
Nursing |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Healthcare Administration |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Long-Term Care |
4 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
College of Humanities and Social Sciences |
Child Care and Education |
4 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
|
Social Work |
4 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
MHTM (Master of Hospitality and Tourism Management) in Taiwan
College |
Program Name |
Duration |
Tuition Fees Per Year (USD) |
---|---|---|---|
College of Engineering |
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering |
2 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
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Electronic and Optical Engineering |
2 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
|
Chemical and Materials Engineering |
2 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
|
Civil Engineering and Disaster Prevention Technology |
2 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
College of Business and Management |
Business and Management |
2 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
International Business |
2 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Information Management |
2 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Marketing and Logistics Management |
2 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Finance |
2 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
College of Service Industries |
Tourism and Hospitality Management |
2 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
|
Applied Foreign Languages |
2 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
|
Digital Media Design |
2 years |
$3,500 - $4,500 |
College of Health and Nursing |
Nursing |
2 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
|
Healthcare Administration |
2 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
College of Humanities and Social Sciences |
Child Care and Education |
2 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
|
Social Work |
2 years |
$4,000 - $5,000 |
College |
Program Name |
Duration |
Tuition Fees Per Year (USD) |
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College of Engineering |
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering |
3-4 years |
$5,000 - $6,000 |
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Electronic and Optical Engineering |
3-4 years |
$5,000 - $6,000 |
|
Chemical and Materials Engineering |
3-4 years |
$5,000 - $6,000 |
|
Civil Engineering and Disaster Prevention Technology |
3-4 years |
$5,000 - $6,000 |
College of Business and Management |
Business and Management |
3-4 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
|
International Business |
3-4 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
|
Information Management |
3-4 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
|
Marketing and Logistics Management |
3-4 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
|
Finance |
3-4 years |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
College of Health and Nursing |
Nursing |
3-4 years |
$5,000 - $6,000 |
|
Healthcare Administration |
3-4 years |
$5,000 - $6,000 |
MUST offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across multiple disciplines, including engineering, business, health sciences, and humanities. Many programs are designed with an international perspective, and some courses are available in English.
Undergraduate Programs: High school diploma or equivalent, proficiency in English or Chinese (depending on the language of instruction).
Graduate Programs: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, proficiency in English or Chinese (depending on the language of instruction).
PhD Programs: Master’s degree or equivalent, proficiency in English or Chinese (depending on the language of instruction).
Tuition fees for international students vary depending on the program and level of study. Here are the approximate annual fees:
Undergraduate Programs: $3,000 - $5,000 USD
Master’s Programs: $3,500 - $5,500 USD
PhD Programs: $4,500 - $6,000 USD
MUST offers various scholarships and financial aid options for international students, including:
MUST Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships for outstanding students.
Taiwan Government Scholarships: Scholarships provided by the Taiwanese government for international students.
Departmental Scholarships: Scholarships offered by specific departments based on academic performance.
Orientation Programs: Comprehensive orientation sessions to help international students adjust to life in Taiwan and at MUST.
Language Support: Language courses and tutoring services for students needing to improve their Chinese or English proficiency.
Accommodation: On-campus dormitories and assistance with off-campus housing.
Counseling Services: Personal and academic counseling to support students’ well-being and success.
Career Services: Career counseling, job placement services, and internship opportunities.
Student Organizations: Various clubs and organizations for international students to join, including cultural, academic, and recreational groups.
Cultural Activities: Regular cultural events, festivals, and trips to explore Taiwan’s culture and history.
Sports and Recreation: Access to sports facilities, fitness centers, and recreational activities.
Review the available undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs.
Ensure you meet the specific requirements for your chosen program.
Application Form: Complete the online application form available on the MUST website.
Educational Certificates and Transcripts: Provide official transcripts and certificates from your previous educational institutions (translated into English or Chinese if necessary).
Proof of Language Proficiency: Depending on the language of instruction of your chosen program, you will need to provide proof of proficiency in English (TOEFL, IELTS) or Chinese (TOCFL, HSK).
Recommendation Letters: Usually two letters of recommendation from teachers or employers.
Statement of Purpose: A personal statement outlining your academic background, reasons for applying, and future career plans.
Passport Copy: A copy of your valid passport.
Photographs: Passport-sized photographs as required.
Additional Documents: Some programs may require additional documents like a resume, portfolio, or research proposal.
Online Submission: Most applications are submitted online through the MUST application portal.
Application Fee: Pay the non-refundable application fee (if applicable).
The university will review your application documents. This process may include an interview (in-person or online) depending on the program requirements.
If accepted, you will receive an official admission letter from MUST.
Visa Application: Apply for a student visa (Resident Visa) at the nearest Taiwan embassy or consulate with your admission letter and other required documents.
Health Examination: Some students may need to undergo a health examination as part of the visa application process.
Apply for on-campus housing or seek assistance from the university in finding off-campus accommodation.
Flight Arrangements: Book your flight to Taiwan.
Airport Pickup: Inform the university of your arrival date for airport pickup if available.
Orientation: Attend the orientation session organized by MUST to help you settle in.
Fall Semester: September (Main intake)
Spring Semester: February
Fall Semester: September (Main intake)
Spring Semester: February
Fall Semester: Generally around the end of May
Spring Semester: Typically by the end of November
(Note: Deadlines may vary, so it is important to check the specific dates on the MUST website or contact the admissions office.)
Academic Requirements
High school diploma or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
Minimum GPA requirement as specified by the chosen program (varies by department).
Language Proficiency
Programs taught in Chinese: Proof of Chinese language proficiency (TOCFL, HSK) as required by the program.
Programs taught in English: Proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS).
Additional Requirements
Some programs may have additional requirements such as a portfolio for design-related courses or an interview.
Academic Requirements
Master’s Programs: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
PhD Programs: Master’s degree or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
Minimum GPA requirement as specified by the chosen program (varies by department).
Language Proficiency
Programs taught in Chinese: Proof of Chinese language proficiency (TOCFL, HSK) as required by the program.
Programs taught in English: Proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS).
Additional Requirements
Letters of recommendation (usually two).
Statement of purpose or research proposal.
Some programs may require relevant work experience or specific prerequisites.
Interview (in-person or online) may be required for certain programs.
Scholarship Name |
Eligibility Criteria |
Coverage |
Duration |
Application Process |
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MUST International Student Scholarship |
New and continuing international students |
Tuition waiver (full or partial) |
1 academic year, renewable |
Apply through the MUST International Office |
Taiwan Scholarship |
Outstanding international students |
Tuition and monthly stipend |
Up to 4 years (varies by degree level) |
Apply through Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office |
MUST Departmental Scholarships |
High-achieving students in specific departments |
(may include tuition waiver or stipend) |
N/A |
Apply through respective department |
TaiwanICDF Scholarship |
Students from partner countries |
Tuition, airfare, housing, insurance, stipend |
Duration of the degree program |
Apply through TaiwanICDF website and Taiwan Embassy |
MOE Huayu Enrichment Scholarship |
Students studying Mandarin Chinese |
Monthly stipend |
3 to 12 months |
Apply through Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office |
Elite Scholarship Program |
Exceptional academic and research performance |
Tuition waiver, monthly stipend, housing |
Duration of the degree program |
Apply through the MUST International Office |
Facility |
Description |
Cost (USD) |
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On-Campus Dormitories |
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- Double Room |
Shared with one other student, basic furnishings, internet access |
$700 - $900 per semester |
- Quadruple Room |
Shared with three other students, basic furnishings, internet access |
$500 - $700 per semester |
Off-Campus Housing Assistance |
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- Assistance Service |
University provides assistance in finding nearby off-campus housing |
Variable, based on market rates |
Dining Facilities |
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- Campus Cafeteria |
Offers a variety of meals, including Taiwanese and international cuisine |
$2 - $5 per meal |
- Snack Bars and Cafes |
nsnack bars and cafes around the campus |
$1 - $4 per item |
Library |
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- Main Library |
Extensive collection of books, journals, and electronic resources |
Free |
- Study Rooms |
Quiet study areas available for individual and group study |
Free |
Recreational Facilities |
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|
- Sports Complex |
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities including gym, basketball courts, and tennis courts |
Free or nominal fee |
- Student Activity Center |
Venues for student clubs, meetings, and events |
Free |
Health and Counseling Services |
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- Health Center |
Basic medical services and health consultations |
Free or nominal fee |
- Counseling Services |
Personal and academic counseling services available |
Free |
Transportation Services |
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- Shuttle Bus |
Campus shuttle service to nearby areas |
Free or nominal fee |
Internet and IT Services |
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- Campus Wi-Fi |
High-speed wireless internet available throughout the campus |
Free |
- Computer Labs |
Access to computers and printing facilities |
Free or pay-per-use |
Libraries: MUST has a well-equipped main library with a vast collection of books, journals, and electronic resources. There are also study rooms and quiet areas for individual or group study.
Computer Labs: Access to computers, high-speed internet, and printing facilities for academic work.
Tutoring Services: Available for students needing extra help with their studies.
Student Clubs and Organizations: Numerous clubs and organizations catering to a variety of interests, including academic, cultural, recreational, and special interest groups.
Cultural Activities: Regular cultural events, festivals, and trips organized to help students explore Taiwanese culture and traditions.
Sports and Recreation: Sports complexes with facilities for basketball, tennis, badminton, and fitness centers. There are also various intramural and intercollegiate sports teams.
On-Campus Dormitories: Affordable accommodation options in double or quadruple rooms with basic furnishings and internet access.
Off-Campus Housing Assistance: Services to help students find suitable off-campus accommodation if preferred.
Campus Cafeteria: Offers a variety of meals, including Taiwanese and international cuisine at affordable prices.
Snack Bars and Cafes: Several snack bars and cafes around the campus for quick meals and beverages.
Health Center: Provides basic medical services and health consultations to ensure students' well-being.
Counseling Services: Available for personal and academic counseling, supporting mental health and personal development.
Fitness Facilities: Access to gym facilities and fitness classes to promote a healthy lifestyle.
Orientation Programs: Comprehensive orientation sessions to help new students adjust to university life.
Volunteer Opportunities: Various community service and volunteer opportunities to engage with the local community.
International Student Support: Dedicated services to assist international students with visa issues, cultural adjustment, and academic matters.
Campus Shuttle Bus: Shuttle services to nearby areas, making it convenient for students to travel within the city.
Public Transportation Access: Easy access to public transportation for exploring the city and beyond.
Career Counseling: Professional advice and guidance on career planning and job search strategies.
Job Placement Services: Assistance with internships, part-time jobs, and full-time employment opportunities.
Workshops and Seminars: Regularly held workshops on resume writing, interview skills, and other career-related topics.
Exchange Programs: Opportunities to participate in exchange programs with partner universities worldwide.
Study Abroad: Various study abroad options to gain international experience and broaden academic perspectives.
Events and Gatherings: Frequent social events, parties, and gatherings organized by student associations and clubs.
Festivals and Celebrations: Participation in local and university-wide festivals and celebrations, providing a rich cultural experience.
Individual Counseling: One-on-one career counseling sessions to help students identify their career goals, strengths, and areas for development.
Career Planning: Assistance with creating personalized career plans and setting achievable career objectives.
Job Fairs and Recruitment Events: Regularly organized job fairs and on-campus recruitment events where students can interact with potential employers.
Company Visits: Arranged visits to local and international companies to give students an insight into different industries and work environments.
Internship Opportunities: Support in finding internships that provide practical work experience and enhance employability.
Resume Writing: Workshops on crafting effective resumes and cover letters tailored to specific industries.
Interview Skills: Training sessions to develop strong interview techniques and improve self-presentation.
Professional Development: Seminars on various aspects of professional development, including networking, communication skills, and workplace etiquette.
Cooperative Education Programs: Partnerships with industries to provide students with practical, hands-on experience in their field of study.
Project-Based Learning: Opportunities to work on real-world projects sponsored by companies, integrating academic learning with practical application.
Alumni Association: A strong network of alumni who can provide mentorship, career advice, and job referrals.
Networking Events: Events organized to connect current students with alumni working in various fields.
While specific placement statistics can vary from year to year and by program, MUST generally boasts a good track record of placing its graduates in reputable companies and organizations. The university’s strong ties with industry partners and its focus on practical, industry-relevant education contribute to high employability rates for its graduates.
MUST graduates are sought after by a range of employers across various sectors. Some notable recruiters include:
Technology and Engineering: TSMC, MediaTek, Foxconn, Delta Electronics.
Business and Management: Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, ASUS.
Healthcare: Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital.
Service Industries: EVA Air, China Airlines, Sheraton Hotels and Resorts.
1. Program Popularity: Some programs, particularly in engineering and business, might have higher competition compared to others.
2. Application Pool: The quality and quantity of the applicant pool each year can affect the acceptance rate.
3. Admission Criteria: Meeting the academic and language proficiency requirements is crucial for a higher chance of acceptance.
Minghsin University of Science and Technology
No. 1, Xinxing Rd, Xinfeng Township,
Hsinchu County 30401, Taiwan