IMPACS is a fully English-taught master’s program offered by the College of Law and Politics at NCHU. The program aims to cultivate students’ professional knowledge and analytical capacity in the political and economic development of Asia and China. Its curriculum integrates International Relations theory, International Political Economy, and International Security and Strategic Studies, providing students with a comprehensive and interdisciplinary academic foundation.
The program attracts both international and local students, fostering an intellectually diverse learning environment and offering valuable opportunities for global perspectives and cross-cultural research.
I. IMPACS Vedio Introduction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PGkCGDSsAE
II. Application Procedure for International Students (including Application Time Table, Application Guidelines, Application System, FAQ, and Contact Person)
https://oia.nchu.edu.tw/index.php/3-apply-to-nchu-en/3-1-degree-programs-en/3-1-2-international-students-en/3-1-2-2-application-procedure-en
III. Required Documents
https://oia.nchu.edu.tw/index.php/3-apply-to-nchu-en/3-1-degree-programs-en/3-1-2-international-students-en/3-1-2-6-required-documents-en
Document Checklist (* Documents marked with an asterisk* are required documents):
1. 2-inch personal photo *
2. The personal page of your passport *
(Valid Passport. If you don't have a passport, please provide your National Identity Card.)
3. A photocopy of diploma from the highest educational institution completed (in Chinese or English) *
4. Official transcript of academic records (in Chinese or English) with grade point average (preferable on GPA 0-4 scale) from the highest institution attended *
5. Proof of financial sufficiency such as a bank statement indicating sufficient funds for staying in Taiwan issued by your financial institution(s) *
(For related information, please refer to FAQ.)
6. (I) A one-page study plan written in Chinese or English.* [For 1st proposed department]
7. (II) A one-page study plan, written in Chinese or English. [For 2nd proposed department]
8. One-page autobiography within 300~500 words or CV, written in Chinese or English.*
9. Language proficiency*
(1). Please submit a language proficiency certificate according to the teaching language of the department or program.
(2). Programs Conducted in English:
Submit an English proficiency certificate at CEFR B1 (Threshold) or above (English Proficiency Test Comparison Chart).
(3). The following types of language proficiency must meet the corresponding score requirements.:
TOEFL: ITP 500/iBT: 61
IELTS: 5.0
TOEIC: 670 or relevant English Proficiency Proof
▲Not required for applicants whose country of origin is an English-speaking country. Applicants who obtained their previous degree in an English-speaking country or from an English as a Medium of Instruction program shall provide the relevant supporting documents.
▲For the minimum language requirements, please refer to FAQ.
10. Master thesis for those who apply for the Ph.D. program.
11. Additional necessary required documents & Special Regulation
12. Photocopies of your R.O.C. Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) (If applicable)
13. Proof of renouncement of the nationality of the Republic of China (If applicable)
14. Proof of Employment (only for those who apply NCHU ELITE Scholarship)
15. Other supporting documents (If applicable)
16. Two letters of recommendation*
IV. Introduction and Admission Guide for International Students Studying at National Chung Hsing University (Office of International Affairs, NCHU):
https://iss.nchu.edu.tw/target/
