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Spring 2021
Contents
1 A Letter from President Ingrid Y. Liu
3 About the Office of International Affairs (OIA)
5 A List of Important Documents/Items
6 Dates to Note
7 Tzu Chi University Calendar 2020-2021
8 Things You Need to Know To Cope With COVID-19
12 Entry Visa and Alien Residence Certificate (ARC)
14 Work Permit
15 Tuition & Fees, Meal Costs, Accommodation Fees,
and Other Expenses
18 President's Honor Roll
19 Other Preparations Before Coming to Taiwan
21 The Day That You Complete 14-Day Quarantine
24 Pay Tuition & Fees, Housing Fees, etc.
25 Course Selection
36 Open a Bank Account in Taiwan
38 Other Things to Do in Taiwan
40 Getting Around in Taiwan and Hualien
43 Your New Home
• Useful Phone Numbers
• School Attractions
• Campus Maps
• Inter-Campus Shuttle Bus Schedule
• School Housing
49 Forms List
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International Student Handbook
Welcome
November 9, 2020
Dear Freshmen of Tzu Chi University (TCU):
Welcome to TCU. You must hold many expectations and a bit uncertainty about your
upcoming college life. You expect a colorful college life, but meanwhile, you are not certain
what is waiting for you here in Hualien. What will your new friends look like and how should
you interact with your professors? TCU is a unique school, which not only emphasizes
professional education, but also incorporates humanities into its curriculum and campus life.
TCU’s professors focus on teaching and enjoy interacting with their students. Service learning
is implemented in the TCU curriculum for students to realize how fortunate they are, only when
they learn to serve people who are in need during their college lives. The TCU campus is located
in Hualien, which is peaceful and beautiful, a very nice environment for studying and learning.
During weekends, TCU students do not shop in the mall, and do not sing karaoke songs; instead,
they go hiking, help clean the beaches, and study in the University Library. TCU emphasizes life
education and teaches students to get along with all creatures and their surroundings on the globe.
For sustainable development, TCU inculcates students with knowledge o f environmental
development, vegetarian meals, respect for life and global protection. We encourage students to
pursue lives of purity and mindfulness, so they may pursue knowledge and explore the meaning
of life with uncomplicated minds. For upholding these unique and valuable educational
philosophies, TCU is ranked 67th in the world, 10th in Asia, and tops the list in Taiwan, among
462 universities by Times Higher University Impact Ranking in April 2019.
Congratulations! Pack your luggage with curiosity, drive to pursue knowledge, and
commitment to being independent of your parents. We will be here on the TCU campus to
welcome all freshmen. We are sure that you will be proud of being TCU students and TCU
will be proud of you in few years!
Best regards,
Ingrid Y. Liu, Ph.D.
President
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About the Office of
International Affairs (OIA)
Welcome on board!
The Office of International Affairs (OIA) handles matters related to international
education and international exchange. If you encounter any problems or have any
questions during your stay, please do not hesitate to contact us. OIA staff members are
here to assist you to settle in and provide timely support for the duration of your
studies.
We are looking forward to seeing you very soon!
You may reach us by:
Email: tcuoia@gms.tcu.edu.tw
Address: 701 Zhongyang Road, Sec. 3, Hualien 97004, Taiwan
Phone: +886-3-856-5301 #1014 - 1018
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/tcuoia/ or scan the QR code above
You may also surf the following useful websites:
˙OIA Website: http://www.oia.tcu.edu.tw/
˙Tzu Chi University (TCU) English Website: http://tcueng.tcu.edu.tw/
TCU International Student Union (ISU)
The International Student Union (ISU) is a self-governing student organization that
attends to the welfare of all international students. It embraces cultural differences,
promotes individuality and facilitates student bonding. To do so, the student union
hosts a variety of activities throughout the year open to international students. Those
activities provide ISU members the opportunity to demonstrate their talents, to work
with each other toward a common goal, and to introduce their respective cultures to
local students, faculty and staff members. The ISU also works closely with the OIA
to assist new international students with their accommodations, as well as other
issues that may arise during their studies. New students are welcome to join the
Facebook Page of Tzu Chi University International Student Union.
TCU International Ambassadors
One of the main duties of the TCU International Ambassadors is to assist the OIA to
receive foreign guests. The OIA organizes different types of training programs for the
International Ambassadors to be acquainted with proper etiquette and the University’s
operation. Being an International Ambassador, you can nurture your own gentle
energy, and live your life vigorously.
Study Buddies
Study buddies are here to personally help you settle in, choose your courses and solve
any problems you may come across during your studies.
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A List of Important
Documents/Items
Summit to
Description Note
OIA
v Apply for ARC, a new cell phone number
1 Passport , etc.
Diploma & transcript verified by Provide the documents to the University
2 Taiwan overseas office Registrar
Applying for:
3 4~6 passport-size photos 1.ARC
2.Health Exam
3.Medical Insurance
Provide proof of a negative result from
Proof of a negative result from taking taking a COVID-19 nucleic acid test
4
a COVID-19 nucleic acid test within three working days before
scheduled flight to Taiwan.
You are required to provide proof of
positive measles and rubella antibodies (
or measles and rubella vaccination
certificates) to Tzu Chi University, right
v after arriving in Taiwan. Otherwise, you
Health Certificate for Residence
5 need to ask a Taiwanese hospital for help
Application
after completing a 14-day quarantine.
The chest X-ray for tuberculosis is a part of
your health examination, and Tzu Chi
University will assist you to do it after
completing a 14-day quarantine.
Please be sure to apply for a visa and do
v not enter Taiwan as a tourist.
6 Resident/Visitor Visa
The University is required to send a copy
to the Ministry of Education.
7 Airline ticket v
Contact information of relative(s) or v
8 friend(s) living in Taiwan
You might want to open a joint account
9 Open a joint bank account in your with your parent(s) in your country and
country apply for an ATM card for convenience in
paying expenses in Taiwan.
Cash to buy bedding supplies and
10 personal necessities
Cash to pay tuition & fees, school
11 housing fees, insurance premium,
buy books, etc.
12 Cash for living expenses before
opening a bank account in Taiwan
13 Pay tuition & fees in your country Please read page 24 for details.
The OIA will arrange a quarantine hotel for
The OIA will help arrange a quarantine
14 you, so please have cash (TWD) ready
hotel
when checking into the hotel.
Dates to Note
Dates Event Action
Access http://freshman.tcu.edu.tw/ for the form
2/1−2/5 Fill in Student Information
2/1-2/5, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Form
Please contact OIA/study buddy for help, if needed.
2/5-3/4 Application for Transfer Credit
Please contact OIA for help.
2/8−2/19 Apply for school housing
2/8-2/19, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Education requires
every international freshman to obtain permission, before entering
Taiwan.
Fly to Taiwan, and come to We will keep you posted about the date of checking into your university
housing, and the dates on which we will pick you up at Taoyuan
TCU International Airport. Please plan your arrival at that time.
After arriving Taiwan, the government will ask you to undergo a 14-day
quarantine
Please read the note on page 8 for details.
Access http://shopping.tcu.edu.tw/account/ for the tuition
bill.
Pay at CTBC Bank, Taiwan Cooperative Bank, or any
convenience store. (see page 24)
For your own convenience, you might want to pay tuition and
2/19 Pay tuition & fees fees from your country:
1. Remittance by Banker’s Demand Draft (D/D) will takes 10
working days before the University receives it.
2. Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) will take 3-4 working days.
3. Mail Transfer (M/T) will take 10-14 working days.
4. During 2/11 to 2/16, banks in Taiwan are closed for the
Chinese Lunar New Year holidays
Take Chinese Assessment Test We will keep you posted about this online test by mail.
2/22 Spring Semester classes start
Your advisor or study buddy will help out with your course
Enrollment for Spring Semester selections.
2/22-3/5
courses Access http://enroll.tcu.edu.tw/scaslogin/login.aspx for online
enrollment.
New Students’ Health On or before March 13, 2021, you need to ask the University’s
3/2-3/13 Health Clinic to arrange a health exam for you. The exam fee
Examinations
for early birds is NT$850.
For Main Campus students:
Uniform (recreation wear) pick From 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, go to the hallway between
3/4 up & uniform (full dress) Fu-Tian Building and He-Jing Building.
measurement For Jieren Campus students:
From 1:30 to 4:00 p.m., please go to the Administrative Office.
3/8-3/26 Confirmation of study list • Online opens 3/8 at 7:00 a.m. and closes at midnight on 3/26
Please pay special attention to the announcement, regarding the
International Students’
Orientation Meeting date, on the OIA’s website.
Every freshman is required to attend.
Due date to submit the Health
3/20
Examination Form
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Things You Need to Know
To Cope With COVID-19
I. Before coming to Taiwan
After receiving our notification, please follow the instructions to fill in the information
listed below:
1. Flight information
2. Arrival date
3. Other information.
We need to submit your information to the Ministry of education. After receiving
approval from the Ministry of Education, we will send you the University’s letter and
Overseas Student Entry Permit Certificate by email.
Provide proof of a negative result from taking a COVID-19 nucleic acid test
within three working days before the scheduled flight to Taiwan
II. Before boarding, ensure that you have completed the “Quarantine System for
Entry” online and present the documents listed below.
1. Present the following documents to the airline staff:
(1) The University’s letter (with University seal)
(2) Overseas Student Entry Permit Certificate
(3) Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
(4) Exit & Entry Permit, Taiwan, Republic of China (for students from China,
Hong Kong, or Macau), or Visa or Alien Resident Certificate (for students from
elsewhere).
2. Fill in “Quarantine System for Entry” online, before boarding.
(1) Access https://hdhq.mohw.gov.tw/ for “Quarantine System for Entry”.
(2) Provide the information accurately and completely. Please note that you must
provide your cellular phone number, which can receive text, otherwise you
won’t be able to receive important text messages, after arriving Taiwan.
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III. After arriving in Taiwan
1. After arriving in Taiwan, please turn on your cellular phone, and you will receive a
text message about your health status. If you don’t receive any text messages,
please ask the staff at the quarantine counter for help. Please follow their
instructions and present the University letter and Overseas Student Entry Permit
Certificate.
※ Ensure that your cellular phone’s international roaming is working, so that you can
receive important text messages from the Ministry of Health and Welfare. By the
way, you might want to have some NT dollars (TW) on hand, and you can change
your money to NT dollars, before or after the immigration.
2. Go through Quarantine and Immigration:
The quarantine officer will make sure that you don’t have any COVID -19
symptoms, and the immigration officer will ask for your Overseas Student Entry
Permit Certificate and confirm you are on the Ministry of Education’s approval list.
※ Please make sure once more that the flight information you provide us is accurate
and you will travel, as planned, and wear a mask throughout the journey. If your
flight has been changed due to irresistible factors, such as a typhoon, flight
cancellation, a merging of flights, etc., you should state the reason, and let us know
immediately, so we can facilitate the re-issuance of your entry permit.
3. Upon completing the above procedures, inform the University staff that you have
gone through Quarantine and Immigration. If you have fever or respiratory symptoms,
the quarantine officer will arrange to send you to a hospital for further diagnosis.
4. After picking up your luggage, please go to the arrival hall immediately, and try not
to do anything else. Follow the signs to arrive at the Foreign Students Check-in
Counter located in the arrival hall.
Those who fail to go to the check-in counter or follow the University staff’s
instructions to undergo a 14-day home quarantine, will be fined from NT$100,000
to NT$1 million, and police will receive notification right away to find you.
Moreover, you will be subject to the University’s disciplinary action.5. If many people are waiting at the Overseas
Student Check-in Counter, please keep
a social distance (1.5 meters). Give the
staff your Chinese or English nam e,
pas s port num ber, fli ght num ber, t he
address of the epidemic hotel/University
housing where you are going to undergo
home quarantine.
6. After completing the previous steps, take one
epidemic prevention card from the counter.
University staff will pick you up there and
arrange a vehicle for you to go to an
epidemic hotel or University housing. You
are not allowed to exit the vehicle until
you arrive at the destination. If you have any physical discomfort, keep us posted
right away.
7. Undergo a 14-day quarantine
(1). At the quarantine hotel:
The hotel’s epidemic staff will assist you. You will need to follow their
instructions to undergo a 14-day quarantine there.
If you arrived on February 1, for example, your first day would be February 2;
therefore, the quarantine period would end at midnight of February 15.
You are required to follow the hotel epidemic staff’s instructions. You also need
to take your temperature daily and live every day in a healthy way.
Do not go out. Those who go out without permission will be fined from
* To pay lodging and meal fees (three meals a day), please have NT$22,500 to
NT$49,500 ready, before checking into the hotel.
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If you have any physical discomforts, during your journey to your quarantine
location, such as fever, cough, diarrhea, abnormal smell or taste, etc., please notify a
flight attendant, airport epidemic staff, University staff, or a hotel epidemic staff
right away.
● Useful email address, website and information:
(1) Contact the Office of International Affairs (OIA) by email:
tcuoia@gms.tcu.edu.tw for:
International student-related matters
Epidemic prevention measures
Information on taking transportation
Information about staying in a quarantine hotel to undergo a
14-day quarantine
Information on taking freshmen‘s physical examination.
(2) Access https://www.boca.gov.tw/mp-2.html for Bureau of Consular Affairs, the
Ministry of Foreign AffairEntry Visa and Alien
Residence Certificate (ARC)
Our Letter of Admission does not guarantee you will obtain an entry visa to
Taiwan.
You need to apply for a “Resident Visa” or “Visitor Visa” in your own country for
entering Taiwan. When you apply for your visa, remember to have all required
documents ready, and leave sufficient time (at least ONE month) for processing.
For more information on visa applications, you may access the websites listed
below, or scan the QR code above. Students who hold Visitor Visas (also
known as Tourist Visas) must apply for a Resident Visa before applying for
an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC).
Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs:
https://www.boca.gov.tw/mp-2.html
National Immigration Agency:
https://www.immigration.gov.tw/5475/
• Students who hold Resident Visas MUST apply for an ARC within 30 days after
arriving in Taiwan.
• ARC Application
Visitor Visa
Apply for “Resident Visa”
Undergo a 14-day quarantine,
plus one extra day.
Undergo a 14-day quarantine,
plus one extra day. The health exam results will come out
in two weeks.
Go to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
Eastern Office to apply for “Resident Visa”.
Go to the National Immigration Agency,
Hualien County Service Center to apply
for ARC, within 30 days upon arrival.
Apply for ARC within 15 days. Go to the National
Immigration Agency, Hualien County Service Center
to apply for ARC, within 30 days upon arrival.
Applying for or extending ARC, you may access online
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“Photo credits to National Immigration Agency”
● Required documents for your ARC application:
No. Description
1 ARC Application Form
2 Original and one copy of your passport, personal information, and Entry Visa
ONE passport-size photo (at least 3.2cm from head to chin, with white background,
taken within 3 months)
3 3.2~3.6cm
4.5cm
3.5cm
4 Copy of Student ID Card or Certificate of Enrollment
Application Fee:
5 NT$1,000 (international students) or NT$500 (overseas Chinese students) for one-year
periodWork Permit
International students who wish to work in Taiwan (either on campus or off
campus) are required by law to apply for and obtain a Work Permit before
starting a part-time job.
International students may be qualified to apply for Work Permits after their
registration is complete.
If you are qualified and wish to find a part-time job, the OIA will assist you
to apply for a Work Permit. Please note that anyone working without a
permit may be fined from NT$30,000 to NT$150,000. To ensure that you
comply with the law, contact the OIA before applying for a job.
Article 50 of the Employment Service Act states that weekly working hours of
foreign students enrolled in a college/university should not exceed 20 hours.
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Tuition & Fees, Meal Costs,
Accommodation Fees,
and Other Expenses
Tuition & Fees per Semester, 2020 - 2021
Department/Institute Tuition NT$ Fees NT$ Total NT$
Undergraduate
Medicine 45,024 16,951 61,975
Laboratory Medicine and Biotechnology 33,975 14,874 48,849
Public Health 33,975 14,874 48,849
Nursing 33,975 14,874 48,849
Medical Informatics 33,975 14,874 48,849
Physical Therapy 33,975 14,874 48,849
Post-Baccalaureate Chinese Medicine 45,024 16,951 61,975
Life Sciences 33,975 14,874 48,849
Molecular Biology and Human Genetics 33,975 14,874 48,849
Social Work 36,718 7,407 46,831
Oriental Languages and Literature 38,023 8,808 46,831
English Language and Literature 38,023 8,808 46,831
Human Development and Psychology 38,023 8,808 46,831
Communications Studies 39,264 14,966 54,230
Child Development and Family Studies 38,023 8,808 46,831
Bachelor Program in Management of Service 36,000 11,800 47,800
IndustriesMaster’s
Microbiology and Immunology 26,461 16,276 42,737
Biochemistry 26,461 16,276 42,737
Physiological and Anatomical Medicine 26,461 16,276 42,737
Pharmacology and Toxicology 26,461 16,276 42,737
Medical Biotechnology 26,461 16,276 42,737
Public Health 26,461 16,276 42,737
Nursing 26,461 16,276 42,737
Medical Informatics 26,461 16,276 42,737
Life Sciences 26,461 16,276 42,737
Molecular Biology and Human Genetics 26,461 16,276 42,737
Social Work 32,263 8,961 41,224
Human Development and Psychology 32,263 8,961 41,224
Religion and Humanities 32,263 8,961 41,224
Oriental Languages and Literature 32,263 8,961 41,224
Education 32,263 8,961 41,224
Teacher Education 12,240 18,500 30,740
Communication Studies 37,302 14,218 51,520
Ph.D.
Medical Sciences 26,473 17,309 43,782
Translational Medicine 26,473 17,309 43,782
Pharmacology and Toxicology 26,473 17,309 43,782
Useful Tool − Exchange Rate: Visit website: https://www1.oanda.com/currency/converter/
or scan the QR code on page 15.
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Housing Fees
A standard suite with A/C occupies 391 square feet, accommodates 4 students, and
costs NT$8,200 (not including A/C fee) per semester.
Remarks:
1. You need to shop for bedding supplies, such as a mattress, summer quilt, pillows,
sheet, blanket, etc., on your first day of checking into your housing.
2. Please refer to page 21 for the “University Housing Rules” .
Meal Costs
The University cafeterias serve vegetarian food only. With student discount, breakfast
costs NT$15 (Main Campus) or NT$25 (Jieren Campus), while lunch and dinner cost
NT$25 (Main Campus) or NT$33 (Jieren Campus). Please remember to deposit money
into your ID card ahead of time to enjoy the student discount. Also, remember to bring
your own eating utensils.
Accident Insurance and Health Insurance
Item NT$ Cost
NT$256 per semester (The actual amount on the University’s bill
Accident Insurance may be different.)
NT$500 per month
According to provisions of the Ministry of Education, before
enrollment, new students need to buy medical and accident
insurance. Note that overseas insurance certificates need to be
verified by the overseas Taiwan representative office. Otherwise, the
Private Health OIA will assist students to obtain health insurance for 6 months (180
insurance days), and the insurance premium is NT$3,000.
After receiving their ARC, students staying in Taiwan continuously
for 180 days can acquire a National Health Insurance policy. If you
travel overseas only once, do not exceed 30 days and stay in Taiwan
for a total of 180 days after subtracting the days abroad, you can also
buy this policy.
+ National Health
Insurance (staying
+ in Taiwan for 180 NT$749 per month and pay NT$4,494 every six months
days after receiving
+
ARC)
+ InsuranceRemarks
The University will collect insurance premiums along with the tuition.
Please refer to the website for more details:
https://www.nhi.gov.tw/english/
Other Expenses
Item NT$ Cost
1. Living expenses vary with each individual, ranging from
NT$6,000 to NT$10,000 per month.
Living Expenses
2. Prepare extra NT$20,000 to NT$30,000 in cash for buying personal
necessities and bedding supplies during the first month of arrival.
Textbooks Prices vary, from around NT$500 to NT$1,000 per textbook.
Alien Resident NT$1,000 (international students) or NT$500 (overseas Chinese
Certificate Process students)
Fee
Health Examination NT$850 (The actual amount on the University’s bill may be different.)
Lodging and meal fees Lodging fees: Around NT$1,200 to NT$3,000 per day, and you will stay
associated with your there for 15 days.
quarantine hotel Meal fees: Around NT$300 per day, a total of 15 days.
Fees for taking a
quarantine vehicle Around NT$1,750.
Purchase a SIM card at the arrival hall of Taoyuan International Airport,
SIM Card before presenting your passport to an immigration officer. After taking a
14-day quarantine, you may apply for a long-term plan.
President’s Honor Roll
Who is eligible?
Any undergraduate students meeting the criteria are eligible, except:
1. Sixth year medical students,
2. Fifth year Traditional Chinese Medicine students,
3. Students taking a leave of absence, withdrawing from a degree program, or
being expelled,
4. Exchange students.
What are the selection criteria?
1. Scores, both academic and conduct, must be 80 or over, in a total of 9 or more
semester hours. Moreover, the student must not have received any University
penalties.
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2. In terms of academic scores, eligible students must be among the top 3 in their
class. If the top third and top fourth students have the same scores, the award
will also be given to the fourth student.
3. The University bases official academic records provided by the Office of
Academic Affairs, for selecting eligible students. Students enrolling in the
Teacher Education Program and extending their period of study are not eligible.
The University selects students, based on their performance in the previous
semester, and awards them right after the “President’s Honor Roll” list is approved.
Students don’t need to apply for it.
Other Preparations Before
Coming to Taiwan
Open a Joint Bank Account
You can’t open a bank account in Taiwan right away, so for the convenience of
paying tuition, fees, and personal expenses in Taiwan, you might want to open a
joint account with your parent(s) in your country, and apply for an ATM card
to withdraw cash in Taiwan.
Shipping Personal Items to Tzu Chi University
You can ship them to your school housing from home or Taoyuan International Airport:
Campus College Male Dormitory Female Dormitory
• Medicine 188, Lane 3, 190, Lane 3,
Main Campus • Education & Zhongshan Road, Sec. 1, Zhongshan Road, Sec. 1,
Communication Hualien, Taiwan 97004 Hualien, Taiwan 97004
• Humanities & Social
Sciences 67 Jieren Street, 67 Jieren Street,
Jieren Campus Hualien, Taiwan 97074 Hualien, Taiwan 97074
• International CollegeApplying for a New Cellular Phone Number
Purchase a SIM card at the arrival hall of Taoyuan International Airport, before presenting
your passport to an immigration officer. You may consider buying a one-month plan.
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The Day That You Complete 14-Day
Quarantine
Checking into Regular University Housing
By moving into University housing, you have officially become a member of the TCU
community.
You agree to accept the responsibilities and obligations associated with it.
You agree to be considerate of other residents and University staff, and to respect
the rights of others at all times.
Conduct in violation of the rights of others is grounds for immediate termination
of your occupancy in University housing and/or the withdrawal of future University
housing privileges.
The main University housing rules are:
1. University housing opens at 6:00 a.m. and closes at 11:00 p.m., and lights out is
at midnight.
2. If you expect to arrive after 11:00 p.m., please contact the Office of Student
Affairs and apply beforehand. If you plan to stay out on a particular night,
you must apply on or before 11:00 p.m. of the same day.
3. A room key is provided to each student. Please return the key to the Front Desk
when you move out.
4. You are responsible for cleaning your room, which includes separating your personal
trash from recyclable materials, and depositing recyclables in the recycling bins,
during opening hours.
5. You must comply with University conservation measures at all times, and make
reasonable efforts to conserve resources.
6. Taking any illegal drugs (including cannabis, amphetamines, etc.) is strictly
prohibited. Any violators will face legal punishment.
7. Smoking, consuming alcoholic drinks, cooking and gambling (including playing
Ma-Jiang) are strictly prohibited in University housing.8. At all times, keep your room clean and tidy. Please store luggage and fold bed
sheets neatly; also, be mindful of the housing environment.
9. You are not allowed to leave your garbage, shoes or other personal items in the
corridor. Please take your own trash to the garbage bins and place recyclable
items in the recycling area. On the Main Campus, items for recycling will be
collected on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 9:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
and on Jieren Campus from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. every Tuesday, Thursday and
Sunday.
10. In Taiwan, tap water is unsafe for drinking. Water from the water dispenser is safe
for you.
11. The laundry room provides washing machines and dryers. The cost of using a
washing machine is NT$10. If you wash by hand, a spin dryer is available, and its use
is free of charge.
12. As University housing is communal, you need to respect others' privacy, by not
speaking loudly, and opening doors mindfully.
13. For personal hygiene, University housing does not provide bedding (such as
pillows, mattresses, covers, etc.). Students should bring or buy their own bedding.
14. In order to be aware of what is going on in University housing, please pay attention to
the occasional public announcements.
15. University housing closes during the Chinese New Year holiday. Students should
plan where to stay ahead of time.
16. To provide better service during Winter/Summer Break, the University will ask
students to stay in a designated area, so they will have to move to other rooms.
17. In order to follow the University housing rules, please pay attention to any
announcements posted in the building.
18. If students violate the rules, University housing will not be provided.
19. In case of an emergency, students must follow the housing staff’s instructions.
20. When moving out, students must clean their rooms and clear out their
personal belongings, inform the housing staff to check their rooms, and return their
room key to the Front Desk.
21. If freshmen can’t get used to living in a specific room, they can choose other rooms
within a month after the first day of classes.
22. Freshmen are required to take part in morning clean-up, clean up common areas, join in
fire drills, etc.
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Enjoy the Taiwanese Cuisine
Dining facilities:
1. Main Campus: Concentric Circle Restaurant (buffet), Li Ming Café, and Chung Lin
Books & Café.
2. Jieren Campus: Buffet restaurant and Chung Lin Books & Café.
3. Students must go to the University cashier to make deposits into their student cards.
Breakfast costs NT$15 (Main Campus) or NT$25 (Jieren Campus), while lunch and
dinner cost NT$25 (Main Campus) or NT$33 (Jieren Campus). Students must bring
their own containers and utensils.
Dining hours:
1. Main Campus
Concentric Circle Restaurant
Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Lunch: 11:20 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dinner: 4:50 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Li Ming Café and Chung Lin Books & Café: 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (These restaurants are
closed during summer break, winter break, weekends, and national holidays).
2. Jieren Campus (The restaurant is closed during summer break, winter break, weekends,
and national holidays).
Buffet Restaurant
Lunch: 11:40 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dinner: 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Other restaurant(s): 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
At Tzu Chi University, only vegetarian meals are served as a commitment to protect the
environment. Students also use their own containers and utensils for the sake of hygiene.
Buy Necessities
You will need to shop for bedding supplies and personal necessities, and your study
buddy will assist you.Pay Tuition & Fees,
Housing Fees, etc.
There are several ways to pay your tuition and fees:
1. Pay in Your Country, by transferring funds to the University’s bank account:
(1) The fees associated with a fund transfer will be paid by the student. Please instruct
your bank before making your fund transfer.
(2) Due to the exchange rate differences at the fund transfer day and the fund receiving
day, in case there is any excessive amount, the University will refund it; if there is
any insufficient amount, the University will ask the student to pay it.
(3) Please write “Your student ID number + tuition fees” on the remittance information
sheet (e.g.,109512***+tuition fees).
(4) After making the payment, please send a copy of your remittance slip to the
University Cashier by email: cashier@mail.tcu.edu.tw
The following information is needed for making a fund transfer:
Bank Information Note
Bank: MEGA INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL BANK,
HUALIEN BRANCH
Swift Code: ICBCTWTP023
Please note there may be
TEL: +886-3-8350191 bank service charges or
FAX:+886-3-8360442 exchange rate
Bank Address :26, KUONG YUAN ROAD, HUALIEN TAIWA differences.
Account Information
Account Name: TZU CHI UNIVERSITY
Account Number: 023-10-63000-5
All payments should be made in New Taiwan Dollars.
Pay at Any Convenience Store in Taiwan:
If the total amount is less than NT$60,000, you can pay at any nearby 7-11 or
Family Mart.
Pay at Banks:
1. CTBC Bank
376 Zhongshan Road,
Hualien (03) 834-0566
2. Taiwan Cooperative Bank
371 Zhongshan Road,
Hualien (03) 835-0151
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Course Selection
Spring 2021
What do I need to know?
1. You may enroll in classes, either during the pre‐enrollment or add/drop period.
2. You may access (https://edurp.tcu.edu.tw/scaswebadmin/annoclaslist.aspx) to
search for courses you want. It is open for the entire year, and you may ask your
study buddy for help, if you need it.
Enrollment times for new, transfer or re‐enrolled students
add/drop period:
Online: Starting from 7:00 a.m. on 2/22 to 3/5 at midnight .
By form: Starting from 8:00 a.m. on 2/22 to 3/5 at 6:00 p.m.
Confirmation of your registered course:
Online confirmation of your current course list: Starting from 7:00 a.m. on 3/8
to 3/26at midnight.
You may access iCAN by http://ican.tcu.edu.tw/login.aspx
How do I enroll in classes?
1. Before enrolling in any classes, you may want to discuss with your academic
adviser or study buddy to understand course rules.
2. How do I search for courses or enroll in classes?
You may access the enrollment system through
(http://enroll.tcu.edu.tw/scaslogin/login.aspx).
3. If I want to know more about the enrollment process, what can I do?
You may access (https://goo.gl/hNYh5z) for more details.4. If I miss the enrollment deadline, what can I do?
If you miss the enrollment deadline, you won’t be able to enroll in any classes. If
you are a new student missing pre-enrollment, you may enroll in classes during
the add/drop period, from February 22 through March 5, either online or by form.
FA Q
Q : What is the ceiling or minimum number of credit hours that a student can
take in a semester?
A : A student must take at least 16 credit hours a semester, and no more than 25. A
graduating senior or a fourth year medical student must take at least 9 credit hours
or more a semester during the graduating year. Moreover, fifth year and sixth year
medical students and all post‐baccalaureate students are not subject to this rule.
Q : If I plan to take courses exceeding 25 credit hours, should I enroll online or
by form?
A : You need to come to the Office of Academic Affairs, to get an Add/Drop Form,
and then obtain approval from your instructor, academic adviser, and department
chair. Finally, go to the Office of Academic Affairs for approval.
Q : If I need to take a required course, will the system enroll me automatically?
A : Usually the system will automatically enroll you into required courses during
the pre-selection period. But you are required to enroll into the required course
by yourself, if :
A course is offered by several instructors and has different class times,
The fall semester course which starts during the summer break,
You decide to extend your period of study.
You are a transfer student.
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Q : Can I apply for inter-university classes? If yes, how can I do it?
A : It’s allowed only if TCU doesn’t offer the course you desire. If you plan to apply for
inter‐university classes, you should:
1. Fill in the “Application for Enrolling in Course at Another Institution;”
2. Obtain approval from your department chair/institute director /program
director/center director and the Office of Academic Affairs, and enroll in
classes of other universities;
3. The credit hours of off‐campus classes can’t exceed 1/3 on‐campus ones.
If you extend the period of study or must take this required course, you are not
subject to this rule;
4. The off‐campus class (travel time is included) can’t have any schedule conflict with
any on‐campus classes; otherwise, the on‐campus course score is deemed to
be zero (0).General Education Requirements
Overview:
Everyone who is in the Class of 2020, must take 10 credit hours of University
required courses listed below, and 18 credit hours of other General Education courses
(listed below) before graduation.
1. Required University courses and their credit hours
Offered by For Category Course Title/ Credit Hours Remark
Chinese/2 Offered in the
whole year
Web Visual Design and
Center for University Programming/2
General Required
Offered only in
Education Courses Education for Life/2 Fall Semester
Semester
Freshmen Tzu Chi Humanities and Service Offered only in
Learning/2 Spring Semester
Foreign They may be
Foreign offered in the Fall
Language Basic English/ (2)
Language or Spring. You are
Education
Courses (Note) required to take at
Center
least one course.
Note: There are four courses available:
(1) Basic English Reading
(2) Basic English Writing
(3) English Speaking 101
(4) Basic English Pronunciation
2. Other required General Education courses
You must take 18 hours of other General Education courses, and complete at least
2 credit hours of each type:
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Required Minimum Required Minimum
Types Types
Credit Hours Credit Hours
Humanities 2 Natural Sciences 2
Social Sciences 2 Aesthetics and Art 2
Request to waive a course related to General Education
1. You can only make this request as a freshman;
2. Fill in “Petition for Transfer Credit” and obtain approval from course instructor;
3. Attach a course description or syllabus for the waived course;
4. Provide an official transcript;
5. On or before 3/5, please proceed to the Center for General Education, Room
H508, Main Campus, to complete your application.
6. Late applications will not be accepted.
If my department and the Center for General Education offer similar
courses, can I take courses from the Center for General Education and meet
the General Education Requirements?
1. The General Education courses on pages 30 and 31 are also offered by various
departments, and you are advised to take the course offered by your department.
2. If you take it from the Center for General Education, rather than from your own
department, its credit hours will not be counted toward the general education
requirements. Yet, it will meet the graduation requirement of completing at least
128 credit hours.
3. Each academic department focuses on enhancing the student’s professionalism
and humanistic culture, which is different from the Center for General
Education, thus the University set up this rule.The College of Medicine Offers Courses
Similar to the Following General Education Courses
Related to Number Types Course Title Number Types Course Title
1 Introduction of Physiology 5 Common Medical Knowledge
2 Visible Nutrition 6 English for Biology Majors
Natural Natural
Department of
3 Sciences Plant Science 7 Sciences Learning Virus in a Fun Way
Life Sciences
The Aspects of Immunity in
4
Life
1 Introduction of Physiology 6 Introduction to Economics
2 Visible Nutrition 7 Introduction to Psychology
Social
Department of 3 Natural Hygiene and Health 8 Sciences Introduction to Management
Public Health Sciences
4 Aging and Health 9 Insight into Living and Consumer Behavior
5 Statistics: Let The Numbers 10 Health Concepts of Sexuality Education
Speak
1 Introduction of Physiology 7 The Aspects of Immunity in Life
2 Visible Nutrition 8 Overview of Food Safety and Inspection
Department 3 Disease and Medication 9 Natural The Mystery of Human Body
of
Natural Sciences
Laboratory 4
Medicine and Sciences Hygiene and Health 10 Learning Virus in a Fun Way
Biotechnology General Concepts of Neural
5 11 Statistics: Let The Numbers Speak
Sciences in Life
6 The Famous Disease in 12 Humanities Science and Medical Narrative
Medical History
1 Dynamic Web Page Design 3 Programming and Applications on mBot
Department
Natural Through Applications Natural
of Medical
Sciences Introduction of Physiology 4 Sciences Creative C Programming and Applications on
Informatics 2
mBot
School of Natural
1
Medicine Sciences Introduction of Physiology
Department
of Molecular
Biology and None
Human
Genetics
Department
of Physical None
Therapy
Department
of Nursing None
The International College
Offers Courses Similar to the Following General Education Courses
Related to Number Types Course Title Number Types Course Title
Department of
English
Language and None
Literature
Bachelor
Program in
Management Social Social
1 Introduction to Management 2 Organizational Behavior
of Service Sciences Sciences
Industries
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The College of Education and Communication
Offers Courses Similar to the Following General Education Courses
Related to Number Types Course Title Number Types Course Title
Department of
Child
Development 1 Social 2 Social Introduction to Psychology
Introduction of Sociology
and Family Sciences Sciences
Studies
1 Introduction of Sociology 6 Nutrition Science
Natural
Sciences
2 Communication Skills 7 Well Elderly Lifestyle Modification
Department of Social
Communication Sciences The Stories of
3 8 Languages Prefabricated Learning in Indonesian
Studies Austronesians in Taiwan
Aesthetics
4 Social Psychology 9 Fundamental Design
and Art
5 Natural An Outlook to the Ocean
Sciences
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Offers Courses Similar to the Following General Education Courses
Related to Number Types Course Title Number Types Course Title
Department of 1 Introduction to Psychology 3 Human Learning and Cognition
Human Social Social
Development Sciences Sciences
and Psychology 2 Introduction to Anthropology 4 Social Psychology
1 Introduction of Sociology 3 Social Psychology
Department of Social Social
Social Work Sciences Sciences
2 4 Senior care in Community-based Aging
Introduction to Psychology
Project and Service Learning
Philosophy Classic Reading -
1 6 Women's Literature
I-Ching
2 Application Article Writing 7 Introduction of Modern Chinese thinkers
Department of Humanities
Oriental
3 Humanities Chinese Writing 8 Lao Tzu's Philosophy
Languages and
Literature
4 Modern Literature 9 Early Chinese Philosophers
Aesthetics
5 Chinese Classical Novel 10 Master Pieces of Drama
and Art
* If students decide to take the above courses provided by the Center for General Education,
rather than similar ones offered by their college:
They must obtain their department chair’s approval first;
The number of credit hours meets the graduation requirement, yet it doesn’t meet the
general education requirement.FAQ
Q : I am a freshman, and I am required to take “Chinese”, “Web Visual
Design and Programming” and “Basic English”. However, the
enrollment system doesn’t take me automatically. What can I do?
A: “Chinese”, “Web Visual Design and Programming” and “Basic English” are
indeed University required courses. In Fall 2020, students of eight departments,
namely Medicine, Lab Medicine and Biotechnology, Nursing, Public Health,
Medical Informatics, Physical Therapy, Life Sciences, and Molecular Biology
and Human Genetics will need to enroll in “Chinese”, “Web Visual Design and
Programming” and “Basic English” by themselves.
Moreover, in Spring 2021, students of the College of Humanities and Social
Sciences, the College of Education and Communication, and the International
College will also need to enroll in these three courses by themselves.
Q: Can I waive “Basic English”?
A: Yes, if you meet any of the following:
1. TCU’s English test: Score 120 or over
2. GEPT Intermediate: Score a total of 160 or over, and Listening/Reading must be
72 or over.
3. TOEIC: 550 or over
4. TOEFL ITP: 457 or over
5. TOEFL IBT: 47 or over
6. IELTS: 4 or over
Q: I am a freshman and don’t have any proof of taking English proficiency test(s).
May I take a University’s English test, and then request to waive Foreign Language I?
A.Yes. The University will hold English tests three times a year, and you may access the
website of the Foreign Language Education Center for details. Those who plan to
waive “ Foreign Language I” may feel free to take this test.
Language Requirements
Overview:
Every student of the Class of 2020 is required to take at least 2 credit hours of another
language course.
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Required foreign language courses and their credit hours
Foreign Language Courses
(Must Complete Two Credit Hours and May Not Waive Any Course).
(Advanced English Courses) (Foreign Language I Courses (Preparation Courses for
Learning Medical English through TV Other Than English) the Foreign Language
series Beginner Thai-Language Proficiency Test)
Readings in English News Basic Vietnamese TOEIC - Basic Level
Workplace English Life Korean
English for Receiving Guests
Japanese (Ⅰ) (Ⅱ)
TOEIC - Basic Level
Intermediate Oral Communication
Korean (Ⅱ)
English Reading Skills
German (Ⅱ)
English Public Speaking
Spanish (Ⅱ)
Selected Readings in Western
Literature
Biography and English
Learning English Through Animated
Movies
English for the Food Industry
North American popular culture
and English
English for Intercultural
Communication
American Movies and Multiculture
FAQ
Q : Does the University require all graduating seniors to pass the GEPT test?
A: Not anymore. To enhance students’ proficiency in foreign languages, the University
offers numerous language courses, and requires everyone to take needed courses,
before their graduation.
Q : I want to know more about the University’s foreign language courses, foreign
language proficiency tests, and foreign language learning resources. Which
office should I contact?
A : You may dial (03) 857-2677, extension 3031, or go to Room 2D107 of Jieren Campus
in person.
Physical Education Requirements
Overview:
Students of the Class of 2020, must complete 3 credit hours of required PE
courses, listed below, and pass swimming tests before graduation.Required courses and their credit hours
Offered by For Course Title/Credit Hours Remark
Physical Activity & Health /2
Center for Physical Classes are available
Freshmen
Education for the entire year
Selection of Lifelong Exercise/1
Request to waive a course related to Physical Education
1. You can only make this online request as a freshman;
2. Access the Center for Physical Education website;
3. Fill in “ Petition for Transfer Credits” and obtain approval from the Center director
4. Attach a course description or syllabus for the waived course;
5. Provide an official transcript;
6. Complete your online application during the add/drop period. In case you disagree
with the Center’s decision, you must reapply within three days after receiving the
Center’s notification.
7. Late applications will not be accepted.
Swimming Tests
1. Swim 50 meters
2. Lifesaving Skills Test
FAQ
Q1: How do I attend the swimming tests?
A1: Please check the University calendar for test dates. Once you have decided to take
them, you need to ask your study buddy for help to register online to take the tests.
Q2: Can you tell me more about the tests? If I fail, can I do something else?
A2:
1. Swim 50 meters: You are free to choose the butterfly stroke, backstroke,
breaststroke or freestyle. You must not touch the bottom or edge of the
swimming pool, or touch the lane lines. There isn’t any time limit for you to
swim 50 meters.
2. Lifesaving Skills Test: You are required to use the “jellyfish float”, and you need to
inhale and then exhale five times in the water.
3. Those who fail the swimming tests can take and complete “Introduction to
Swimming” or “Learning Basic Swimming Skills” courses.
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Q3 : If my physical condition doesn’t allow me to do high intensity exercise,
what can I do?
A3 : Your instructor will evaluate your condition, and then assign you to another class
which suits you.
Q4: Can I apply for required PE courses offered by other universities?
A4 : Yes. You may fill in “Application for Enrolling in Course at Another Institution”,
and apply for them.
Q5 : Can I waive these requirements？
A5:
1. Provide a course description or syllabus;
2. Make an official transcript available;
3. From 2/22, please proceed to the Office of Academic Affairs, Main Campus
to get an application form;
4. Fill in the application form and obtain the PE Office’s approval.
Q6 : If I have any questions regarding PE courses and tests, what can I do?
A6 : You may contact the Center for Physical Education, by dialing (03) 856-5301
extension 1212, or going to the Sports Center in person.Open a Bank Account in
Taiwan
Required Documents
You will need your passport, Alien Resident Certificate (ARC), and student ID card to
open a bank account.
Note that you won’t be able to open a bank account until you receive your Alien
Resident Certificate (ARC). If you haven’t reached the age of 20, the Post Office is
more suitable for you, since they only require your student ID card, passport, ARC
and personal seal.
Minimum Amounts for Opening a Bank Account
The common minimum amount required to open a bank account is NT$1,000,
though some banks require NT$10,000 or more.
Tax Withheld on Interest Income
Those who reside in Taiwan for less than 183 days will have a 20% withholding tax
from interest income. Those residing in Taiwan 183 days or more will have 10%
withheld.
It’s highly recommended you open an account at an international bank, such as
CTBC Bank, Mega International Commercial Bank, etc.
The Nearest Financial Institutions to the Main Campus
• CTBC Bank
376 Zhongshan Road, Hualien
(03) 834-0566
• Post Office
52 Fu-Guo Road, Hualien
(03) 857-7820
• Mega International Commercial Bank
26 Gong-Yuan Road, Hualien
(03) 835-0191
Taiwan Cooperative Bank
371 Zhongshan Road, Hualien
(03) 835-0151
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Currency Exchange
Most banks exchange foreign currencies at reasonable rates.
Have an ATM Card
Upon request, you will be given an ATM card. If offered, ask for a “Cirrus” or “Plus”
card so you will be able to withdraw money from ATMs outside of Taiwan, too.
The Maximum Daily Amount to Withdraw from ATMs
Most banks allow their customers to withdraw between NT$90,000 and
NT$150,000 per day from their own ATMs. It’s usually in increments of
NT$30,000. This limit can be increased or decreased simply by amending your
account at the teller window of your bank.
Applying for a Credit Card in Taiwan
If you have a Taiwanese friend who will co-sign for you, your chances of getting a
credit card will significantly improve. If you have high monthly income, you will
most certainly be offered a credit card, and as in the US or Canada, your personal
financial situation matters. Typically, proving you have a regular and decent
monthly income, proven by transfers to your bank account, is enough to get your
first credit card. Don’t be surprised, though, if the ceiling is quite low and the
interest rate is high.Other Things to Do in
Taiwan
Buy Insurance
Health Insurance
International students are required to submit proof of at least six month’s health
insurance coverage before enrollment. In addition, the insurance certificate needs
to be verified by overseas Taiwanese offices. For your convenience, the University
will assist you in acquiring health insurance coverage in Taiwan, which costs
NT$500 per month, before you can join the National Health Insurance.
Accident Insurance
The policy covers medical treatment for accidents, surgery and hospitalization.
Get Measured for Your School Uniform
Our students wear uniforms, a rare practice among universities in Taiwan. The uniform
comes in two kinds: the recreational outfit is for attending classes and the full dress is
for special occasions. These embody simplicity and put everyone on an equal
footing.
Have a Health Examination
The health check covers a general physiological examination (including height,
weight, blood pressure, hip and waist measurements, eyesight, and color vision),
blood test, urine test, X-ray and medical examination.
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Join Student Associations
To cultivate students’ ability in coordination, they are encouraged to participate in
student associations and other activities in the University. Currently, there are more than
fifty student associations, providing individuals with a wide range of choices. Many
of the said associations have been performing well and won awards for excellence
from the Ministry of Education.
Meeting with Tzu Cheng/Yi Te Dads and Moms
These volunteer “dads and moms” come from all walks of life, including professors,
doctors, lawyers, civil servants and business people. More often than not, Tzu Chi
moms and dads have become the students’ confidants, listening to things they find
difficult to tell their own parents. This is a great opportunity for volunteers to get to
know students better and offer encouragement and guidance, as needed.Getting Around in Taiwan
and Hualien
Introduction to Taiwan
General Information
Population: 23.57 million
Area: 36,197.067 square kilometers
Peoples: Han Chinese (97%), Aborigines (2%), Other (1%)
Languages: Mandarin / Taiwanese / Hakkanese / Aboriginal
Foreign Languages: English, Japanese
Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
Time Zone: National Standard Time (UTC+8)
Electricity: 110V, 60Hz
Geographic Environment
Geographic Location
Taiwan is located between the southeastern coast of the Asian continent and the East
Asian islands distributed along the western Pacific Rim. To the north lie Japan and the
Ryukyu Islands; to the south are the Philippine Islands; to the west is Mainland China.
Taiwan is a long, narrow island stretching from north to south. The island is about
395 km long and about 144 km wide, with a total land area of around 36,000 square
kilometers (about 14,400 square miles).
Topography
Taiwan is endowed with steep mountain ranges; therefore, great altitude differences
occur throughout the island. The mountains mostly run from north to south. The
highest point is Yushan Peak of the Yushan Mountain Range, which reaches an
elevation of 3,952 meters above sea level, making it the highest peak in Northeast
Asia. Since mountain areas cover a majority of the island, Taiwan’s ecological
resources are abundant. The plains of Taiwan are relatively narrow and found only in
the western region and the longitudinal valley along the east coast. These also happen
to be the most densely populated areas in Taiwan.
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Climate
• Average annual rainfall in Taiwan is 2,515 mm. It is a tropical and subtropical
climate zone with a high temperature and rainy climate. The average temperature
for the northern half of the island is about 21.7°C; the average temperature for the
southern half is around 24.1°C. The island is coldest from January through March
with temperatures dropping to around 10°C. From June to August, hot weather
prevails, with temperatures rising to 38°C. More moderate temperatures follow in
the months between, with an average temperature of 25°C.
• Online References:
http://goo.gl/Hk495n
https://eng.taiwan.net.tw/Introduction to Hualien
Hualien is eastern Taiwan’s second largest city and one of the more pleasant small
localities in Taiwan. Many travelers like to base themselves here, even when Taroko
Gorge is their interest, as the range of food and accommodations is greater. Budget
travelers will find everything they need near the train station. Head east to Meilunshan
Park (Měilúnshān Gōngyuán) and the harbor area for wide streets, landscaped parks,
bike lanes and ocean views, in addition to boutique hotels and pricier restaurants.
Hualien means ‛eddies’ in Taiwanese and the story goes that Qing Dynasty (1644-
1912) immigrants gave the region this name after noticing swirling waters off the
coast. Though much of the city’s wealth comes from tourism, local deposits of
limestone have also made Hualien the cement capital of Taiwan.
Road signage in Hualien is a mixed bag. Don’t be surprised if “Jung Shan” is written
as “Zhongshan”, “Jung Jeng” as “Zhongzheng”, and “Jung Hua” as “Zhonghua”.
You can go online and learn more about the beauty of Hualien, such as the English
website https://bit.ly/2ERy24M . You can also go to the Chinese website
https://bit.ly/2JZ9j2H.
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