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About INTENSE Program

International Industrial Talents Education Special Program (INTENSE Program)

The Taiwanese government proudly introduces the INTENSE Program, a pioneering initiative designed to strengthen industrial-academic collaboration and attract top international talent to pursue degrees in Taiwan. This program offers a unique blend of government scholarships, enterprise-sponsored stipends, and a supportive campus environment to ensure an enriching educational experience.

Why Choose the INTENSE Program?

Taiwanese universities partner with leading industries to deliver specialized, industry-focused courses. Enterprises participating in the program offer internship opportunities and pathways to employment after graduation, creating a seamless transition from academic learning to a thriving career. The INTENSE Program warmly welcomes Vietnamese students and graduates eager to pursue educational opportunities in Taiwan, with a focus on STEM, semiconductor, and finance sectors. INTENSE programs include dual-degree bachelor’s programs (2+2 or 2+2+i, 3+1 or 3+1+i), two-year bachelor’s programs, two-year post-bachelor’s programs, industry–academia master’s programs, and doctoral programs for Vietnamese university lecturers at the master’s level studying in Taiwan.

Exclusive Benefits

Taiwan Government Scholarships

10000

Monthly living allowance during on-campus study.

9000

Provides a one-way plane ticket to Taiwan.

50000

Covers up to two years of tuition and miscellaneous fees per semester.

Enterprise-Sponsored Scholarships

  • Monthly living allowance of at least NTD 10,000 during on-campus study
  • Internship stipend no less than Taiwan’s basic wage during off-campus internships

Employment Obligation Upon Graduation

Recipients of both enterprise-sponsored and Taiwan government scholarships are required to work in Taiwan for a duration equivalent to their scholarship period.

Language Requirements

For Chinese-taught Programs

A minimum of A2 level in Chinese proficiency (TOCFL) is required for application B1 level required by the third semester for second-year scholarship eligibility.

Language Requirements

For English-taught Programs

A minimum CEFR B1 English proficiency (TOEFL ITP 460+, TOEFL iBT 42+, TOEIC 550+, IELTS 4.0+) is required for application
A2 level in Chinese (TOCFL) required by the third semester for continued scholarship eligibility.