As an exchange student at National Taiwan University (NTU), you will have the opportunity to study in the dynamic city of Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, at an institution known internationally for excellence in research and learning. Exchange students can take classes in a variety of subjects in English and have the option to study Mandarin Chinese. Located in downtown Taipei, NTU’s campus is easily accessible via public transportation and offers students the experience of living in a cosmopolitan atmosphere with an international flavor, blending together Chinese culture with the cultures of others who call Taiwan home.
Students interested in forestry, environmental science, and natural resources can take courses through NTU’s College of Bio-Resources and Agriculture in areas such as forest ecology, watershed management, conservation biology, urban greening, and climate adaptation. Taipei’s proximity to forested landscapes like Yangmingshan National Park or their Forestry field stations throughout the county offer opportunities to explore subtropical ecosystems, protected watersheds, and innovative approaches to sustainable land management, making NTU an excellent destination for students interested in global perspectives on forestry and sustainability. Taiwan’s subtropical and montane ecosystems provide a unique contrast to temperate North American forests, allowing students to explore topics such as typhoon disturbance regimes, steep slope watershed protection, bamboo forest management, and high biodiversity evergreen broadleaf forests.
NTU offers a wide variety of coursework in English in diverse academic areas. Coursework in Engineering, Forestry, and Agricultural Sciences are available in addition to general education coursework and Chinese language study. For details on exploring course options and other tools to support your academic goals, visit the National Taiwan University Global Course Compass.
Students participating in an OSU GO program complete Global Opportunities Advising before applying to their program. Our advising program is a comprehensive self-paced guide to help you learn more about education abroad, share your interests with us, and ultimately apply to a program that best fits your academic, professional, cultural, and personal development goals.
Program Requirements:
- Good Conduct and Academic Standing
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Complete all OSU GO and host institution application materials by appropriate deadlines
- Attend Pre-Departure Orientation Sessions (in-person or virtually)