Applications are now open for the New Taipei Tech Southbound Elite Training Program 2025. This is a fully funded cultural exchange program in Taiwan, sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and hosted at the National Taipei University of Technology (NTUT), also known as Taipei Tech.
The Duration of the Program is 5 Months, and it will take place from September 2025 to January 2026. The goal of this program is to invite candidates to explore Taiwanese culture and strengthen diplomatic and economic cooperation with other countries. During the Program, students will also take AI and semiconductor-related, and Chinese language courses. There is no application fee, and IELTS is not required. More details are below.
Details About Taipei Tech Southbound Elite Training Program 2025 in Taiwan
- Host Country: Taiwan
- University Name: National Taipei University of Technology (NTUT)
- Duration: 5 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 10th July 2025
Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Air ticket
- Living expenses
- Housing
- Student insurance
- Language courses (Fully subsidized)
- Semiconductor courses (Fully subsidized)
- Workshop (Fully subsidized)
- Enterprise visits & Field trip (Fully subsidized)
Program Dates
The Duration of the Program is 5 Months.
- Start Date: 8th September 2025
- End Date: 9th January 2026
Program Curriculum Structure
- Semiconductor
- IC design & layout
- Electronic materials
- Fabrication technology of semiconductor devices
- Artificial Intelligence
- Introduction & Lecture
- Machine learning, big data, AI, modern technologies, etc
- Chinese Language
- Pronunciation
- Characters reading & writing
- Conversation
- Cultural activities
Activities During the 5-Month Exchange Program
- Exchange Program for five months and experience Taiwanese culture.
- Learn and gain experience in AI and semiconductor-related topics from professors.
- Students will visit famous high-tech companies and the Science Park in Taiwan.
- Explore the Chinese Culture and Language.
- Gain a deeper insight into Taiwan Culture.
- Earn a certificate of completion.
- Students will visit famous high-tech companies and Science Parks in Taiwan.
- CLTC will hold field trips, leading students to visit famous scenic spots in Taiwan.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible Countries: Pakistan, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Nepal, Laos, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Australia, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, New Zealand & Vietnam.
- The applicant should be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior student.
- The applicant should not be a resident of Taiwan, Hong Kong, or Macau.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency is NOT required.
Required Documents
- Passport profile page.
- Enrollment letter of your university.
- CV.
- Proof of English proficiency.
- One-page Study plan.
- One-minute self-introduction video.
How to Apply for the Taipei Tech Southbound Elite Training Program 2025?
Candidates have to fill out the online application form. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR THE TAIPEI TECH SOUTHBOUND PROGRAM