DEGREE PROGRAM
National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU)
Hsinchu
Electronics engineering; International College of Semiconductor Technology
Historically the biggest feeder of TSMC engineers.
- NEAR
- TSMC HQ
- LANGUAGE
- English / Mandarin
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Studying IC design in Taiwan
Taiwan's top universities supply most of TSMC's and MediaTek's engineers, and since 2021 several have opened dedicated semiconductor colleges funded with industry. Tuition is low, scholarships are generous, and many graduate courses teach in English.
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Checked by hand, last reviewed October 2026. Program names, fees and intakes change, so confirm on each institute's official site.
THE LANDSCAPE
Universities built around the industry
NYCU and NTHU in Hsinchu sit next to TSMC's headquarters and the science park. NTU in Taipei and NCKU in Tainan are the other two pillars. All four opened semiconductor colleges with industry backing to train more engineers faster.
Tuition is low by international standards, and the Taiwan Scholarship, TaiwanICDF and university scholarships cover many international students. Many graduate courses teach in English, though learning Mandarin makes campus life and jobs much easier.
Graduates can stay to look for work, and the Employment Gold Card is an option for qualified professionals.
ADMISSIONS AT A GLANCE
How admission works in Taiwan
| Degree | Master's (usually 2 years) and PhD. |
|---|---|
| Entry | Direct application to each university's international admissions office; English or Mandarin proficiency. |
| Intake | Mostly September; deadlines usually in the spring. |
| Cost | Low tuition; many students are on scholarships. |
| After graduating | Job-search stay and work permits; Employment Gold Card for qualified professionals. |
Fees, thresholds and deadlines change every year. Treat these as orientation and confirm on the official sites before you apply.
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UNIVERSITIES
University programs
DEGREE PROGRAM
National Tsing Hua University (NTHU)
Hsinchu
EE; College of Semiconductor Research
Across the road from Hsinchu Science Park.
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- Science Park
- LANGUAGE
- English / Mandarin
DEGREE PROGRAM
National Taiwan University (NTU)
Taipei
Graduate Institute of Electronics Engineering; Graduate School of Advanced Technology
Taiwan's top-ranked university, strong in IC design research.
- NEAR
- Taipei
- LANGUAGE
- English / Mandarin
DEGREE PROGRAM
National Cheng Kung University (NCKU)
Tainan
EE; Academy of Innovative Semiconductor and Sustainable Manufacturing
Next to TSMC's advanced fabs in Southern Taiwan Science Park.
- NEAR
- TSMC Tainan fabs
- LANGUAGE
- English / Mandarin
RESEARCH CENTRE
Taiwan Semiconductor Research Institute (TSRI)
Hsinchu
National chip-design and fab research centre
Provides chip-fabrication and EDA services to Taiwan's universities.
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- Research, tape-outs
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AFTER THE DEGREE
From Taiwan degree to a job
- Intern at a design house or TSMCSummer internships are common.
- Apply through campus recruitingTSMC and MediaTek recruit heavily on these campuses.
- Learn Mandarin as you studyIt makes the job search far easier.
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FAQ
Common questions
Can I study IC design in Taiwan in English?
Yes. Many graduate courses and some full programs teach in English, especially at the international and semiconductor colleges. Mandarin still helps a lot.
Are there scholarships for Indian students in Taiwan?
Yes. The Taiwan Scholarship, TaiwanICDF and university scholarships fund many international students. Check each one's current call.
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