Known for its lively street-food scene and many night markets, the capital of Taiwan is a modern metropolis with Japanese colonial lanes, busy shopping streets and contemporary buildings. The skyline is crowned by the 509m-tall, bamboo-shaped Taipei 101 skyscraper.
The size of a city can make a big difference on your study experience. Some students prefer the feel and pace of larger busy cities, while some may prefer a smaller and calmer feel. Whatever your preference, U-Multirank has you covered. Taipei averages a population of about 2600000 residents and covers some 271 km2.
U-Multirank includes 7 colleges and universities in or near the Taipei area. To explore some of the colleges and universities in Taipei, click on the university names below, or visit our Study in Taiwan page.
One of the first questions students wonder when deciding to study abroad, is ‘do I need to speak the local language to study there?’ Every country and sometimes even universities themselves have their own requirements for the language of instruction. Students should contact the university to see if a language certificate is necessary to study there. Some countries offer inernational courses and study programmes in English as well, but you will most likely need to show proof of English proficiency. To receive an English language certificate like the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), four parts of the language are tested, including: reading, listening, speaking and writing. For more information on IELTS, or TOEFL, click here.
Safety is an important point to consider when studying abroad. According to the current Numbeo Safety Index, Taipei has a score of 86.52 – ranking it at number 3 of 427 cities globally for safety.
If you’re considering pursuing a degree abroad, then let us help you find the best university for you. U-Multirank’s For students track offers personalised university comparisons, so you can find the university that best matches you. Create your own personalised university rankings today, and compare universities according to what matters most to you. To start, make sure to select your desired study destination and we’ll help guide you through the rest.