Study at Yuan Ze University (YZU)

• Name : Yuan Ze University (元智大學)

• Type : Private University

• Location : Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan

• Founded : Established in 1989 by the Far Eastern Group, a major conglomerate of over 250 companies across 10 industries.

1. Taiwan’s First Bilingual University

Yuan Ze University is the first bilingual university and EMI Benchmark University in Taiwan. Student can choose to study a program that is 100% taught in English in any of the following colleges:

• College of Engineering
• College of Informatics
• College of Management
• College of Humanities and Social Sciences
• College of Electrical and Communication Engineering
• College of Medicine and Nursing

2. Strong Industrial Linkages

Founded by the Far Eastern Group (FEG), one of Taiwan’s largest and most diversified industrial conglomerates, Yuan Ze University (YZU) uniquely integrates academic excellence with real-world industrial practice. FEG’s business network spans telecommunications, petrochemicals, construction, textiles, transportation, retail, and finance, providing YZU with privileged access to corporate resources, mentorship, and innovation platforms.

3. Strategic Global and Local Partnerships

YZU maintains strong collaborations with major domestic and international corporations, including:

• Far EasTone Telecommunications: Joint research on 5G, AI, and smart city technologies.
• Asia Cement Corporation: Sustainability and green manufacturing research.
• U-Ming Marine Transport and Oriental Union Chemical Corp.: Logistics optimization and environmental innovation.
• Far Eastern New Century (FENC) : advanced materials, recycling technology, and circular economy.

YZU collaborates with international industry leaders such as Microsoft, IBM, Siemens, and ASE Group, enhancing research impact and career opportunities through joint research and dual-degree programs.

4. Industry-Academia Collaboration Centers

Far Eastern Group, YZU Innovation Center serves as a platform for R&D, digital transformation, and entrepreneurship incubation through the various Research Centers as follow:

• Green Technology Research Center/Fuel Cell Center
• Environmental Technology Research Center
• Gerontechnology Research Center
• Communications Research Center
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center
• Joint Research and Development Center for Big Data
• InnovationCenter for Artificial Intelligence Applications
• Semiconductor Research Center
  

5. A Truly International Community

YZU has over 12% international students from over 50 countries. The university fosters diversity through bilingual instruction, cross-cultural programs, and collaboration among the Colleges,
ensuring students develop both professional expertise and humanistic values.

6. Award-Winning, ModernCampus & Facilities

Located in Taoyuan’s Zhongli District, the campus features modern architecture, digital learning
systems, and green spaces that promote innovation and sustainability.
Facilities include:

• Advanced research laboratories and maker spaces
• Smart classrooms and digital learning platforms
• Comfortable dormitories and international housing
• Libraries, sports facilities, and student activity centers
  

Yuan Ze University (YZU) offers a variety of scholarships to support international and overseas Chinese students based on their academic performance.

For more information, please visit the YZU Scholarship

Available scholarships include:

• YZU Scholarships for International Students
• YZU Scholarships for Overseas Compatriot Student
• YZU Scholarships for Students of the International Foundation Program

In addition, students are eligible to apply for government and external scholarships, such as:

• MOE Taiwan Scholarship
• MOFA Taiwan Scholarship
• Taiwan ICDF Scholarship
• Elite Scholarship Program
• Other Scholarships for Overseas Chinese