Admission
The Master's Program in Biodiversity has the minimum admission requirements as follow:
1)
English Proficiency Certificate at CEFR B2 (Vantage) or above
(please refer to English Proficiency Test Comparison Chart)
− Not required for applicants from English-speaking countries(+)
− Not required for applicants whose previous degree is entirely taught in English (proof required)
2)
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university
To apply for our program, please follow the instructions:
− Prepare the Required Documents
− Join Information Session (optional)
Eligibility and Requirements
Please check your Eligibility and prepare below documents based on your identity:
For International Students
Application documents
Highest Degree's Graduation Certificate(+)
If the graduation certificate is not in Chinese or English, a Chinese or English translation is required.
Highest Degree's Full Transcript of Records(+) (including an explanation of the grading system)
If the transcript is not in Chinese or English, a Chinese or English translation is required.
Financial Statement(+)
A bank statement showing at least NTD 200,000 in savings deposit. The bank statement should include the applicant's name, currency, and exchange rate in NTD. If the applicant's bank statement is insufficient for the required amount, please combine your guarantor’s bank statement and their guarantee of financial support (template available for download in the application system) into one file and upload it.
Photograph(+)
In color and less than 6 months old, showing a close-up shot of the head and shoulders, and without wearing a hat.
English Proficiency Certificate (see above)
Passport or ID
Taiwan Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) (if applicable)
Receipt of the Application Fee Payment (USD 80)
Declaration and Authorization Form
Documents required by department
Autobiography or CV (in English)
Study and Research Plan (in English)(+)
Including the motivation for application; the research plan should list three potential advisors from the program and explain the connection of each advisor's research to your proposed project.
Academic Honors and Activities(+)(if applicable)
Please attach copies of supporting materials.
Working Experience (+)(if applicable)
Including company / organization, title, responsibilities and period of employment.
Research proposal (For those who intend to apply for scholarships)(+) (if applicable)
Applicants intending to apply for scholarships must submit a complete Research Proposal, which should include an introduction, literature review, research methodology, anticipated results, and discussion.
Two Recommendation Letters
More information can be found on the NTU Office of International Affairs website
For Taiwanese Students
Highest Degree's Graduation Certificate(+)
If the graduation certificate is not in Chinese or English, a Chinese or English translation is required.
Highest Degree's Full Transcript of Records(+)
If the transcript is not in Chinese or English, a Chinese or English translation is required.
Autobiography or CV (in English)
Study Plan / Statement of Purpose / Research Plan (in English)
English Proficiency Certificate
Academic Honors and Activities(+) (if applicable)
Please attach copies of supporting materials.
Recommendation Letter x 2
More information can be found on the Office of Academic Affairs website
For Overseas Chinese, H.K. and Macau Students
Mail to Office
Application Forms (+)
Basic Information of Overseas Chinese Applicant (3 hard copies)
Department / University Application Form
Department / University Application Form
A Copy of Citizenship Document
A Statement Paper (only for those who do not satisfy the obligatory consecutive years of residence by August 31 of the admission year)
A Copy of Bachelor Degree Certificate and an Academic Transcript
Upload to System
Highest Degree's Graduation Certificate(+)
If the graduation certificate is not in Chinese or English, a Chinese or English translation is required.
Highest Degree's Full Transcript of Records(+)(including explanation of grading system)
If the transcript is not in Chinese or English, a Chinese or English translation is required.
Autobiography or CV (in English)
English Proficiency Certificate
Study Plan / Statement of Purpose / Research Plan (in English)
Recommendation Letter x 2
Academic Honors and Activities(+) (if applicable)
Please attach copies of supporting materials.
Receipt of the Application Fee Payment(+)
Pay the fee through OIA website and upload the receipt to application system. Application fee is 1,500 TWD.
Pay the fee through OIA website and upload the receipt to application system. Application fee is TWD 1,500 .
More information can be found on the University Entrance for Overseas Chinese Students website