National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (Taiwan Tech) College of Design
mission statement
As the first technological university in Taiwan, our university vision is to build a world-class university through international outreach and applied research. In doing so, the main missions are to focus our efforts on academic excellence and effective cooperation with industry, and to cultivate students with an international outlook and creative vision.
international role
In pursuit of the goal of international outreach, College of Design at Taiwan Tech will continue to maintain a balanced emphasis between design theory and design practice, to strive for excellence in design research, and to collaborate with strategic partners.
national role
In Taiwan, College of Design at Taiwan Tech plays a crucial role in establishing design policy mechanism, driving design innovation of enterprises, promoting innovation of public services, developing social design innovation, and promoting interdisciplinary through design.
main focus
We provide a wider range of academic programs (e.g., undergraduate, master, doctoral and professional master) of Design and Archicture in College of Design, Taiwan Tech.
faculties and departments
Department of Design & Department of Architecture
bachelor level programs
B.Des.
B.Arch.
master level programs
M.Des.
M.Arch.
research activity and main areas
Our research activities cover a broad range of topics including architecture design, interior design, furniture design, product design, digital multimedia design, computer animation and game, IU/UX design, service design, package design, fashion design, artifact design, visual communication design, brand design, advertisement design, product planning, social design, and more.
doctorate level programs
PH.D.
subject areas for exchange students
Design, Architecture
application deadlines
Nomination deadlines: Fall semester: April 15
Spring semester: Oct. 15
Application deadlines: Fall semester: April 30
Spring semester: Oct. 30
teaching languages
Courses in graduate level: Available in Chinese and English
Courses in undergraduate level: Mainly taught in Chinese, Some in English
semester dates
Fall semester: From the beginning of September to the end of Desember
Spring semester: From the middle of February to the beginning of June
Exact dates to be confirmed in May each year
cost of living per month (studying and living)
Off-campus housing: NT$ 9,000~ NT$12,000 per month (=USD 300~400).
Living (including food and transportation): NT$ 10,000 ~ NT$12,000 per month (=USD 333~400).
Cost may vary depending on housing type and student's shopping habits.
