TAIPEI NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS
Introduction
The Taipei National University of the Arts (TNUA) was established in 1982 to
encourage and develop the state of the arts in Taiwan. Since its founding, TNUA has been
committed to nurturing its students into confident, skillful, and talented artists. University
alumni have played and will continue to play an important and influential role in fostering a
creative environment for the arts.
Currently TNUA has undergraduate departments in music, traditional music, fine arts,
theatre arts, theatre design and technology, and dance (including a three-year undergraduate
preparatory program).
Its graduate schools include music, musicology, orchestral instruments, fine arts, art
history, plastic arts, arts and technology, theatre studies, theatre design and technology,
theatre performance, playwriting, filmmaking, dance choreography, dance performance,
dance theory, folk culture and arts, arts administration and management, architecture and
historic preservation.
To further reinforce and strengthen ties with the local and international art community,
TNUA places top priority on public awareness. Continuing education courses, publication of
art materials, and an increase in performances and exhibitions on the Kuandu campus are
anticipated future projects. Furthermore, TNUA plans to enhance international participation
and cooperation.
Programs of Study
Degree Offered
Program
Bachelo
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Master
Ph.D.
College of Music
Music
B.F.A.
Traditional Music
B.F.A
Musicology
M.F.A./M.A. Ph.D./D.M.A.
M.A.
Orchestral Instruments
M.F.A.
College of Fine Arts
Fine Arts
B.F.A.
M.F.A.
Art History
M.F.A.
Plastic Arts
M.F.A.
Arts and Technology
M.F.A.
College of Theatre Arts
Theatre Arts
Theatre Studies
B.F.A.
M.F.A./M.A.
Theatre Design and Technology
B.F.A.
Ph.D.
M.F.A.
Theatre Performance
M.F.A.
Playwriting
M.F.A.
Filmmaking
M.F.A.
College of Dance
Dance
B.F.A.
Dance Choreography
Dance Performance
M.F.A.
M.F.A.
Dance Theory
M.A
College of Culture Resources
Folk Culture and Arts
Arts Administration and Management
M.A.M.
Architecture and Historic Preservation
M.A.H.P.
M.A.
All-English Programs
There are currently no all-English programs at TNUA.
Financial Aid
Scholarships are available. International students may apply for the Taiwan Scholarship
offered by the government.
Cost of Study
Currently undergraduate students pay NT$27,000 to NT$37,000 per semester for tuition and
fees. For graduate students, mandatory fees are NT$13,000 to NT$24,000 per semester; and
tuition is NT$1,470 per semester. Books and supplies cost about NT$5,000 to NT$10,000 per
semester.
Housing and Living Costs
On-campus dormitory-style housing is available for international students. Graduate students
may apply for rooms that accommodate two to four people at a cost of NT$8,000 to
NT$13,000 per semester per student, while undergraduate students may apply for rooms that
accommodate eight people at a cost of NT$8,000 per semester per student. Living expenses
range from NT$9,000 to NT$15,000 per month.
Location
TNUA is located in Kuandu, a suburb of Taipei, and overlooks the Tamshui Port and the
Kuandu Plains. The campus occupies 40 hectares atop the northern hills of Taipei; its
buildings boast a unique architectural style that blends both traditional and modern elements,
and its facilities are outfitted with a wide range of equipment.
Applying
The application period to TNUA is from December 1 to February 28. Approved candidates
begin study the following fall; there is no spring semester entry. Students may apply to one
department only. If an applicant misses the above deadline, the application will be carried
over and reviewed the following year, thus delaying entry by one year. The application fee is
NT$2,000.
All applicants are required to submit two completed application forms, a copy of the
applicant’s diploma, two copies of official transcripts (the transcripts must be official and
should be placed in an envelope sealed by the school that issues them), a statement of
purpose, two letters of recommendation, and a copy of a hospital-issued health certificate that
includes an HIV test report. Some programs may require additional information. For example,
a sample of the applicant’s previous work (i.e., written reports, slides, photographs, audio or
video recordings) may be requested for submission according to departmental specifications.
Applicants who meet the above requirements and successfully pass a personal interview must
then take a test to show Chinese language ability. Those who score 60% or above on this test
will be accepted for enrollment at TNUA.
Correspondence and Information
For information about admissions:
Office of Academic Affairs
National Taipei University of the Arts
1, Hsueh-yuan Road, Peitou, Taipei, 112 Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: +886-2-28961000 ext. 8708
Fax:+886-2-28938711
E-mail: register@ academic.tnua.edu.tw
http://exam.tnua.edu.tw
For general information:
National Taipei University of the Arts
1, Hsueh-yuan Road, Peitou, Taipei, 112 Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: +886-2-28961000
http://www.tnua.edu.tw