NEWS Malaysia

YOUR FUTURE AT NCKU: PROGRAMMES, SCHOLARSHIPS & ADMISSIONS

On 20 August 2026, the NCKU OH in Malaysia successfully hosted the webinar Your Future at NCKU: Programmes, Scholarships & Admissions, bringing together prospective students interested in pursuing their studies at NCKU, Taiwan.

The webinar provided practical insights into studying, living and building a future at NCKU, particularly as the 2027 Spring Admission application period is currently open (https://management.oia.ncku.edu.tw/intladmission)

Our first speaker, Prof. Dr. Kuangyou Bruce Cheng, the Director of Division of Overseas Recruitment and Admission, Office of International Affairs (OIA), NCKU introduced participants to:

1. NCKU & Life in Tainan – NCKU’s location, campus environment, facilities, student activities and life in Tainan.
2. Academic Opportunities – NCKU’s 9+2 colleges, including opportunities in engineering, medicine, AI, semiconductors and sustainable manufacturing.
3. International Opportunities – NCKU’s global partnerships, exchange opportunities and support for international students.
4. English-Taught Study Opportunities – Information on English-medium programmes and courses available to international students.
5. Tuition, Accommodation & Living Costs – An overview of tuition fees, student dormitories and estimated living expenses.
6. Scholarships & Financial Support – Information on NCKU and government scholarship opportunities, as well as on-campus and off-campus part-time opportunities.
7. Admissions & Application Pathways – Guidance on admission routes, application procedures and preparation for the 2027 intake.

Our second speaker, Prof. Dr. Shyhtsun Felix Wu, the Dean of College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), NCKU brought participants into the world of EECS at NCKU, sharing insights into:

1. Electrical Engineering & Computer Science programmes
2. Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Manufacturing
3. Cybersecurity and IC Design
4. Semiconductor technologies and industry collaboration
5. Smart Manufacturing & AI applications
6. Taiwan’s technology and semiconductor ecosystem
7. NCKU’s AI/Smart Campus initiatives, where students can experience emerging technologies in a real campus environment.

One of the key messages from Prof. Wu was the importance of combining technology, interdisciplinary knowledge, ethics and social impact in preparing the next generation of engineers and technology leaders.

The webinar concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where participants asked about fully funded scholarships, scholarship eligibility, internships, financial aid and part-time work opportunities for international students. Thank you to Prof. Bruce, Prof. Wu and Ms. Yohana Yobelina for sharing such insightful and helpful responses with our participants!

Missed the webinar? No worries! Catch the full session on our Facebook Live recording here, https://web.facebook.com/share/v/1BqSeJzTpC/ and discover more about studying at NCKU!

From admissions and scholarships to AI, semiconductors and smart campus technologies, the webinar offered participants a closer look at what NCKU has to offer.

A big thank you to Prof. Dr. Kuangyou Bruce Cheng and Prof. Dr. Shyhtsun Felix Wu for sharing their valuable insights, and to everyone who joined us!

Stay connected with us for more updates on programmes, scholarships, mobility opportunities and upcoming activities.