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KMU Application Guidelines for International Students 2022-2023 Graduate Programs
Kaohsiung Medical University

Application Guidelines for
International Students
Fall Intake 2022 & Spring Intake 2023
Graduate Programs

100, Shih-Chuan 1st Rd.,
Kaohsiung 807, Taiwan
TEL: +886-7-312-1101 ext. 2109
Fax: +886-7-323-4135
E-mail: enr@kmu.edu.tw
Home : https://www.kmu.edu.tw
Application Website: https://admission.kmu.edu.tw
Contents
Application Schedule For Academic Year 2022-2023 ......................................................................... 2
Programs Offered & Enrollment Semester(s) ..................................................................................... 3
Admission Quota .................................................................................................................................... 4
A. Qualification ................................................................................................................................... 5
B. Application Procedure ................................................................................................................... 7
C. Required Documents ..................................................................................................................... 8
D. Application Fee............................................................................................................................... 9
E. Scholarships .................................................................................................................................... 9
F. Tuition & Miscellaneous Fees ..................................................................................................... 11
G. Reminders & Admission Notice .................................................................................................. 12
H. Admission Criteria of Each Program ........................................................................................ 14
Appendix 1: Guarantee of Financial Support for Admission (Template) ....................................... 49
Appendix 2: Self-Check & Declaration for International Students ................................................ 50
Appendix 3: Application Checklist ..................................................................................................... 53
Appendix 4: English Proficiency Requirement Form ...................................................................... 54
Appendix 5：Potential Adviser Agreement Form ............................................................................ 56
Useful Contact Information
Relevant Offices at KMU Services Contact
Division of Admissions & E-mail: enr@kmu.edu.tw

⚫ Admission Affairs
Student Recruitment TEL: +886-7-3121101 ext.2109
⚫ Registration
E-mail: academic@kmu.edu.tw
Division of Registration ⚫ Request for Deferral
TEL: +886-7-312-1101
and Curriculum Admission
ext. 2419/2439
⚫ Curriculum Affairs
⚫ KMU Scholarship
⚫ KMU Dorms Information E-mail: ciae@kmu.edu.tw
Office of Global Affairs
⚫ National Health Insurance TEL: +886-7-3121101 ext.2383
in Taiwan
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Application Schedule For Academic Year 2022-2023
APPLICATION SCHEDULE FOR FALL INTAKE 2022

Master's Program & Ph.D. Program
(Taiwan Time)
Events Dates
Application Period December 20, 2021 ~ March 31, 2022
Written Examination or Interview

April 8, 2022 ~ April 22, 2022
(Subject to each Institute)
Application Result May 20, 2022

Enrollment September 2022
APPLICATION SCHEDULE FOR SPRING INTAKE 2023

Master's Program & Ph.D. Program
(Taiwan Time)
Events Dates
Application Period July 11, 2022 ~ October 14, 2022
Written Examination or Interview

October 21, 2022 ~ November 9, 2022
(Subject to each Institute)
Application Result December 2, 2022

Enrollment February 2023
※ Application results: Visit Application Website (https://admission.kmu.edu.tw) or KMU Website
(https://enr.kmu.edu.tw) for application results. Admitted students will also be notified through registered
E-mail.
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Programs Offered & Enrollment Semester(s)
Master’s Programs
Enrollment Semester(s)
Department/School/Institute
Fall Semester 2022 Spring Semester 2023
College of Medicine
Graduate Institute of Medicine ✓
M. Sc. Program in Tropical Medicine ✓
Department of Sports Medicine ✓ ✓

College of Dental Medicine
School of Dentistry ✓
Department of Oral Hygiene ✓

College of Pharmacy
School of Pharmacy ✓ ✓
School of Pharmacy – Master Program in Clinical
✓ ✓
Pharmacy
Department of Fragrance and Cosmetic Science ✓
Graduate Institute of Natural Products ✓ ✓

College of Health Sciences
Department of Public Health ✓

Department of Medical Laboratory Science and
✓ ✓
Biotechnology
Department of Healthcare Administration and
✓
Medical Informatics
Department of Medical Imaging and Radiological
✓ ✓
Sciences
College of Life Sciences
Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry ✓ ✓
Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental
✓
Biology
Department of Biotechnology ✓ ✓
Master Program in Medicinal Chemistry and
✓
Biotechnology
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Ph.D. Programs
Enrollment Semester(s)
Department/School/Institute
Fall Semester 2022 Spring Semester 2023
College of Medicine
Graduate Institute of Medicine ✓
Ph.D. Program in Environmental and Occupational
✓
Medicine
Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Engineering ✓ ✓
School of Dentistry ✓
College of Pharmacy
School of Pharmacy ✓ ✓
Graduate Institute of Natural Products ✓ ✓

Department of Public Health ✓ ✓
Department of Medical Laboratory Science and
✓ ✓
Biotechnology
College of Nursing
School of Nursing ✓
Department of Medical and Applied Chemistry ✓ ✓
Ph.D. Program in Life Sciences ✓ ✓
Admission Quota
Program Admission Quota
Master’s Programs 40
Ph.D. Programs 50
※The final quota of admission will be determined by the Ministry of Education.
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A. Qualification
➢ Status Eligibility
1. An individual of foreign nationality, who has never held Republic of China (R.O.C.) nationality and
who meets the following requirements:
（1） An individual has never undertaken studies in Taiwan as an overseas Chinese student.
（2） An individual has not been given a placement in the current academic year by the University
Entrance Committee for Overseas Chinese Students in accordance with the Regulations
Regarding Study and Counseling Assistance for Overseas Chinese Students in Taiwan.
2. An individual of foreign nationality, pursuant to the following requirements and who has resided
overseas continuously for no less than 6 years is also qualified to apply for admission. However, an
individual who plans to apply for School of Medicine, Post-Baccalaureate Medicine or Dentistry must
have resided overseas continuously for no less than 8 years.
（1）An individual who also is a national of the R.O.C., but does not hold nor has had a household
registration in Taiwan.
（2）An individual who also was a national of the R.O.C. but has no R.O.C. nationality at the time of
his/her application shall have an annulled status regarding one’s R.O.C. nationality for no less
than 8 years after an annulment of R.O.C. nationality by the Ministry of the Interior.
（3）An individual referred to in either of the preceding two subparagraphs shall meet the
requirements stipulated in Subparagraph 1 and Subparagraph 2 of the previous paragraph.
⚫ The 6 and 8 year calculation period as prescribed in Paragraph 2 shall be calculated from the starting
date of the semester (Feb. 1st or Aug. 1st) as the designated due date for the time of study.
⚫ The term “overseas” as prescribed in Paragraph 2 is limited to countries or regions other than
Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau; the term “reside overseas continuously” means that an
individual may stay in Taiwan for no more than a total of 120 days per calendar year. If the calculated
calendar year is not one complete calendar year, their stay in Taiwan should not exceed 120 days
within the calculated calendar year period. The only exceptions to this method of calculation are for
those who fulfill one of the following requirements with written supported proof:
a. Attended overseas youth training courses organized by the Overseas Compatriot Affairs Council
or technique training classes accredited by the Ministry of Education.
b. Attended a Mandarin Chinese language center at a university/college of which foreign student
recruitment is approved by the Ministry of Education, and to which the total length of stay is less
than 2 years.
c. Exchange students, whose length of total exchange is less than 2 years.
d. An Internship in Taiwan which has been approved by an authorized central government agency,
to which the total length of stay is less than 2 years.
3. According to the Education Cooperation Framework Agreement, a foreign national who was selected
by a foreign government, organization, or school, and does not hold a household registration from
the time of his/her birth is not subject to the limitations as prescribed in the preceding 2 paragraphs
after receiving the approval from the authorized educational government agencies.
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4. An individual, who held both foreign and R.O.C. nationalities and applied for an annulment of one’s
R.O.C. nationality before the date of effect of the February 1, 2011 amendment to these Regulations
may apply for admission as an international student in accordance with the provisions in place before
the amendment and is not subject to the restrictions set out in Paragraph 2.
5. An individual of foreign nationality, concurrently holding a permanent residence status in Hong Kong
or Macao, having no history of a household registration record in Taiwan, and at the time of
application, has resided in Hong Kong, Macao, or another foreign country for no less than 6 years is
qualified to apply for admission. However, an individual who plans to apply for School of Medicine,
Post-Baccalaureate Medicine or Dentistry must have resided overseas continuously for no less than
8 years.
6. An individual being a former citizen of Mainland China and holds a foreign nationality, having no
history of household registration record in Taiwan, and at the time of application, has resided overseas
continuously for no less than 6 years is qualified to apply for admission. However, an individual who
plans to apply for School of Medicine, Post-Baccalaureate Medicine or Dentistry must have resided
overseas continuously for no less than 8 years.
※ Applicants who wish to apply to KMU have to meet “Regulations Regarding International Students
Undertaking Studies in Taiwan” promulgated by the Ministry of Education (M.O.E.). For the latest
information regarding the M.O.E. Regulations, please visit the website “Laws and Regulations
Retrieving System”.
➢ Educational Eligibility
Master’s Program: A Bachelor’s degree or higher obtained from a university or an independent
college recognized by M.O.E. should be verified by R.O.C. representative office. Should the applicant
holds a Bachelor’s degree from a university in Taiwan, proof records are required to indicate that the
applicant obtained the Bachelor’s degree in Taiwan with an international student status.
Ph.D. Program: A Master’s degree or higher obtained from a university or an independent college
recognized by M.O.E. should be verified by R.O.C. representative office. Should the applicant holds
a Master’s degree from a university in Taiwan, proof records are required to provide to indicate that
the applicant obtained the Master’s degree in Taiwan with an international student status.
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B. Application Procedure
Please visit Application Website and register for personal account, after completing the on-line application,
upload the application documents.
Application without online registration will not be accepted.
Visit Application Website &

Register for Personal Account
☑ Reminder for uploading required

Upload application documents before documents:
application deadline ① The documents may be uploaded separately and
updated any time before the deadline. However,
after confirming the submission, the documents
may not be changed for any reason.
② Required documents shall be upload in PDF,
except for the photograph. Each document shall
Confirm & Submit Applications not be larger than 5MB.
☑Once the applications were successfully
submitted, the applicant will receive an
automated confirmation email from the
university.
Evaluation by KMU
Announcement of the Result
Application Website: https://admission.kmu.edu.tw/

After completing the on-line application, application documents must be uploaded before the application
deadline date. Late applications will not be accepted.
KMU will comply with the provisions of the Personal Information Protection Act of the R.O.C.
government and relevant regulations to collect, process, and utilize the personal information of the
candidates. Please refer to the Notification of the Collection of Personal Data of Kaohsiung Medical
University.
Note: If you encounter technical problems with the online application system, please contact Admissions
& Student Recruitment Division at enr@kmu.edu.tw.
Office Hours: from 8:00-17:30 (Lunch Break 12:00-13:30), Monday-Friday.
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C. Required Documents
1. Online Application forms including KMU scholarship application form
After filling out online application forms, print it out and sign then upload to the online system.
Applicants may apply for up to 3 programs.
2. The highest-level diploma verified by R.O.C. representative office. (Chinese or English translation is
required if the transcript is in neither of the languages aforementioned.)
a. Academic credentials from Mainland China: The Regulations Regarding the Assessment and
Recognition of Academic Credentials for Mainland Area shall apply.
b. Academic credentials from Hong Kong or Macao: The Regulations Governing the Examination and
Recognition of Educational Qualifications from Hong Kong and Macao shall apply.
c. Academic credentials from other areas:
i. Academic credentials earned at overseas Taiwan schools or Taiwan schools in Mainland China
shall be regarded as the same as those at domestic schools with equivalent levels.
ii. Academic credentials referred to preceding 2 Items shall be subject to the Regulations
Regarding the Assessment and Recognition of Foreign Academic Credentials for Institutions
of Higher Education. However, academic credentials earned from institutes or branches
established in Mainland China by foreign schools shall require public notarization in Mainland
China and be verified and examined by an institute established or appointed by or through a
private agency commissioned by the Executive Yuan.
3. Official transcripts verified by R.O.C. representative office. (Chinese or English translation is
required if the transcript is in neither of the languages aforementioned.)
a. Master’s degree programs applicants should provide Bachelor’s degree (or above) official transcripts
of every semester.
b. Ph.D. degree programs applicants should provide Master’s degree (or above) official transcripts of
every semester.
※Parts of the programs evaluate the applicant’s Grade Point Average (GPA), transcripts including
explanation of grading system must be provided. If the explanation is not provided, the Score/GPA
will be converted in accordance with KMU’s Grade Conversion Guide.
4. Financial statement issued within recent 6 months that shows financial sustainability for study in
Taiwan, at least NT$ 120,000 / US$4,000 or proof of the scholarship provided by a government
agency, university, college, or private organization.
a. The bank statement shall be issued by the bank officially with the information of current balance
and currency, and be authenticated by R.O.C. representative office in/near the applicant’s country.
b. Financial statements from a Taiwanese bank or a branch of a foreign bank located in Taiwan do not
need to be authenticated.
c. If the bank statement does not belong to the applicant, a signed statement from the account holder
is also required, stating the holder’s relationship with the applicant and guaranteeing to cover the
applicant’s expenses in Taiwan. (A template as Appendix 1: Guarantee of Financial Support for
Admission).
5. Proof of Nationality:
According to the regulations of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of the Interior, the
applicants must submit their birth certificates, certifications of the parents and any document that
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shows their parental relationships, as well as the documents that certify the applicant’s nationality:
a. Photocopy of a valid passport or certificate of nationality
b. Photocopies of the applicant’s parents’ passports or certificate of nationality
c. Taiwan Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) (if applicable)
d. « Forfeited Nationality Permit Certificate » issued by Ministry of the Interior for at least 8 years (for
applicants who hold foreign nationality, and once held R.O.C. nationality)
e. « Certificate of Entry/Exit Dates » issued by National Immigration Agency (for applicants both
hold foreign nationality and R.O.C. nationality)
6. Proof of Language Proficiency
a. According to the announcements by R.O.C. overseas representative offices, international students
are required to provide English or Chinese language certificate for Resident Visa for studying in
Taiwan, such as Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai and Myanma applicants, etc.. Please confirm with
the authorities concerned for application requirements.
b. English or Chinese language proficiency level is also one of the admission considerations for parts
of the programs. Please refer to “H. Admission Criteria of Each Program” for details.
7. A study plan in Chinese or English
8. Two letters of recommendation (in Chinese or English):
Referees are kindly requested to submit recommendations online.
9. Other documents specified by the department or graduate institute
10. Passport size photograph: a close-up shot of the head and shoulders (no hats/sunglasses/tinted
glasses) within the last 12 months
11. Self-Check & Declaration Form (as Appendix 2)
12. Application Checklist (as Appendix 3)
Note: Incomplete application documents will not be reviewed.
D. Application Fee
No application fee required.
E. Scholarships
Applicants of foreign nationality, pursuant to Regulations for International Students Undertaking Studies
in Taiwan are qualified to apply for scholarships as follows:
1. The TAFS:
The TAFS (Taiwan Fellowships and Scholarships) comprises 9 awards in 3 categories : Fellowships
for Research, Huayu (Mandarin) Enrichment Scholarships, and Scholarships for Degree. For more
information, please visit the website: https://tafs.mofa.gov.tw/ or contact the R.O.C. embassy or
representative office in/near the country.
2. Elite Scholarship:
Award: NTD300,000 per year
Qualification of Recipient: Be a lecturer/ Associate professor/ Assistant Professor/ Professor as career
in Philippines, Thailand, Myanmar, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, India,
Bangladesh or Laos. Applicants must prepare the certified documents of their job when submit
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application to KMU. The name list of recipients will be recommended by KMU and reviewed by
M.O.E..
3. KMU Scholarships:
Applicants who are interested in KMU International Student Scholarship should apply while
simultaneously fulfilling the online application form. Every type of stipend includes different
allowance as below:
① Type A: NTD 200,000~260,000 per year (monthly stipend, accommodation coverage and tuition
fee are included)
② Type B: NTD 80,000~140,000 per year (accommodation coverage and tuition fee are included)
③ Type C: NTD 70,000~80,000 per year (tuition fee)
Undergraduate students can only apply for Type C, Master’s students can apply for Type B and
Type C, Ph.D. students can apply for all types of the scholarship. Failure to follow the instructions
above may affect the result of application.
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F. Tuition & Miscellaneous Fees

The following table shows the approximate tuition fees for academic year 2021/2022. The tuition fees must
be paid when students register at the beginning of each semester. Any future changes to the tuition and
miscellaneous fees will be made in accordance with the internal regulations of KMU.
Tuition &
Program Department/School/Institute miscellaneous fees
per Semester (NTD)
School of Dentistry $56,000
Graduate Institute of Medicine (Master’s Program),

Department of Sports Medicine, M. Sc. Program in Tropical
Medicine, Department of Oral Hygiene, School of Pharmacy,
School of Pharmacy – Master Program in Clinical Pharmacy,
Department of Fragrance and Cosmetic Science, Graduate
Institute of Natural Products, Department of Public Health,
Master’s Program
Department of Medical Laboratory Science and $48,000
Biotechnology, Department of Healthcare Administration and
Medical Informatics, Department of Medical Imaging and
Radiological Sciences, Department of Medicinal and Applied
Chemistry, Department of Biomedical Science and
Environmental Biology, Department of Biotechnology,
Master Program in Medicinal Chemistry and Biotechnology
Clinical Research $61,000

Graduate Institute of Medicine
(Ph.D. Program)
Basic Research $48,000
Ph.D. Program in Environmental and Occupational Medicine $60,960
School of Dentistry $56,000

Ph.D. Program
Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Engineering, School of
Pharmacy, School of Graduate Institute of Natural Products,
School of Nursing, Department of Medicinal and Applied
Chemistry, Department of Public Health, Department of $48,000
Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology, Ph.D.
Program in Life Sciences
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G. Reminders & Admission Notice

1. 【According to Article 2 of the Nationality Act of R.O.C.】
A person shall have the nationality of the R.O.C. under any of the conditions provided by the
following Subparagraphs:
(1) His/her father or mother was a national of the R.O.C when he/she was born.
(2) He/she was born after the death of his/her father or mother, and his/her father or mother was
a national of the R.O.C at the time of death.
(3) He/she was born in the territory of the R.O.C, and his/her parents can’t be ascertained or both
were stateless persons.
(4) He/she has undergone the naturalization process.
The provisions of Subparagraphs 1 and 2 in the preceding paragraph shall be also applicable to
those under the age of 20 at the time of the amendment and implementation of this Act on February
9, 2000.
2. According to the regulations of Ministry of Education, if the applicant has ever been expelled by any
university or college in Taiwan under these circumstances (with drop-out records due to failure in
conduct grades, academic grades, or being indicted guilty by the criminal law, or seriously violated
any ordinances or the regulations of the educational institution and as a result, had discontinued the
study or forfeited the status as a registered student), the applicant is not allowed to apply to the
university. Violation of this regulation will result in disqualification of admission regardless of the
merits of the application.
3. International students applying for the initial household registration in Taiwan or acquiring
naturalization or restoration of Taiwan Nationality during the period of study, will lose their
international student status and shall be dismissed by the school. However, students whose application
was handled in the same manner as the admission procedures for domestic students and who apply for
naturalization to acquire the nationality of the R.O.C. in accordance with Subparagraph 1 to 3,
Paragraph 1, Article 4 of the Nationality Act is not subject to this requirement.
4. No double identities (overseas Chinese students and international students): Applicants should decide
with which status to apply from the very beginning. Those who study in Taiwan with double identities
(overseas Chinese and international student) will have their recognized student status cancelled.
5. Undergraduate Programs are lectured in Chinese. Applicants are required to have adequate Chinese
reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Most of the courses of Graduate Institutes are available
in English.
6. At the time of the registration, admitted students should present proof of a medical and injury insurance
documents which are valid for at least 6 months from the date of the arrival in Taiwan, or documentary
proof of joining Taiwan’s National Health Insurance Plan. The proof of insurance issued in a foreign
country shall be authenticated by the R.O.C. representative office. KMU provides insurance
application assistance to those who are not insured, and insurance payment should be made upon
registration.
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7. Admitted applicants, whose arrival exceed one-third of the first semester of the academic year, are not
permitted to enroll. For whom that are unable to register by the registration deadline and would like to
extend their admission status to the following semester or academic year must apply for Request for
Deferral Admission with Division of Registration and Curriculum before the first day of class. Request-
approved students are allowed to defer admission at most 1 year.
8. No application documents would be returned for any reason. Copies are recommended to keep
personally.
9. The degree awarded by each department or institute would follow the format announced by the
Ministry of Education, R.O.C..
10. Internship and Medical licensing examinations (Examinations for Medical Personnel) in Taiwan will
be held in Chinese mainly.
11. Applicants graduating in the current year may not have to submit the diploma in the application period.
However, the diploma must be submitted during registration at the school.
12. Obtaining admission status of KMU does not guarantee the issuance of a Resident Visa. If there is any
problem related to Visa issuance, admitted students themselves should approach R.O.C. representative
office in/near the country.
13. Regulation regarding working in Taiwan: International students must apply for a work permit to work
in Taiwan and are not allowed to work more than 20 hours per week, except during the winter and
summer vacations. Students shall follow the Ministry of Labor of Employment Service Act. as well as
the disciplinary action in accordance with the regulations of KMU.
14. For other related information, please refer to the Ministry of Education Regulations Regarding
International Students Undertaking Studies in Taiwan, International Student Recruitment Regulations
of KMU, and other relevant rules.
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H. Admission Criteria of Each Program
Master’s Programs
College of Medicine
Graduate Institute of Medicine ................................................................................................................. 16
M. Sc. Program in Tropical Medicine....................................................................................................... 18
Department of Sports Medicine ................................................................................................................ 19

School of Dentistry ................................................................................................................................... 20
Department of Oral Hygiene..................................................................................................................... 21
College of Pharmacy
School of Pharmacy .................................................................................................................................. 22
School of Pharmacy – Master Program in Clinical Pharmacy ................................................................. 23
Department of Fragrance and Cosmetic Science ...................................................................................... 24
Graduate Institute of Natural Products ..................................................................................................... 25

Department of Public Health .................................................................................................................... 26
Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology.............................................................. 27
Department of Healthcare Administration and Medical Informatics ........................................................ 28
Department of Medical Imaging and Radiological Sciences.................................................................... 29

Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry .................................................................................... 30
Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology ............................................................. 32
Department of Biotechnology ................................................................................................................... 33
Master Program in Medicinal Chemistry and Biotechnology .................................................................. 34
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Ph.D. Programs
College of Medicine
Graduate Institute of Medicine ..................................................................................................................... 36
Ph.D. Program in Environmental and Occupational Medicine..................................................................... 37
Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Engineering................................................................................................... 38

School of Dentistry ....................................................................................................................................... 39
College of Pharmacy
School of Pharmacy ...................................................................................................................................... 40
Graduate Institute of Natural Products ......................................................................................................... 41

Department of Public Health ........................................................................................................................ 42
Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology .................................................................. 43
College of Nursing
School of Nursing ......................................................................................................................................... 44

Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry ........................................................................................ 45
Ph.D. Program in Life Sciences .................................................................................................................... 47
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Master’s Programs

Degree
Master of Science
Conferred
Program
1-4 years
Duration
Language of
Taught in English
Instruction
Enrollment
Fall Semester ✓ Spring Semester
Semester(s)
1. One of the following requirements should be met:
Holds a bachelor’s degree in related medical, life or natural sciences from a local
or foreign university which is recognized by M.O.E. and verified by R.O.C.
representative office. Has taken a minimum of 10 credits (160 hours) in General
Biology, Biochemistry, or Life Science related courses.
OR
Basic
Holds an equivalent degree of Medical Doctor MD diploma.
Requirements 2. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English translation of
transcript is required)
3. Applicants whose native language is not English must provide official proof of
English proficiency with scores at or above the following levels: TOEFL ITP
500, CBT 173, iBT 61, IELTS 4.5 or TOEIC 600.
In addition to “C. Required Documents” on page 8-9:
1. Bachelor’s degree certificate
Additional (including a notarized copy in Chinese or English )
Documents or MD Diploma
Required 2. Autobiography
3. Research Proposal
4. Proof of English proficiency aforementioned
There are 10 research divisions in Master’s Program of the Graduate Institute of
Medicine, including:
(1) Division of Biochemistry and Molecular Cell Biology
(2) Division of Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacology
(3) Division of Physiology and Molecular Medicine
(4) Division of Microbiology, Immunology and Parasitology
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(5) Division of Genome and Epidemiology
(6) Division of Anatomy and Pathology
(7) Division of Neuroscience and Psychiatry
(8) Division of Translational Medicine
(9) Division of Tropical Medicine and Global Health
(10) Division of Respiratory Therapy
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Applicants can apply multiple research divisions in order of preference, but enroll
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only 1 research division after the review committees.
All documents submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs will be assessed by the
Evaluation
Committee of Graduate Institute of Medicine for the initial screening. If necessary, an
for Admission
interview will be conducted via telephone or Skype. Accepted applicants will be
notified individually after the evaluation is completed.
Ms. Betty Hsia

E-mail: bettyhsia@gap.kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person Tel:+886-7-312-1101 ext.2136#23
https://gim.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
[Graduate Institute of Medicine page 2/2]
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M. Sc. Program in Tropical Medicine
Degree Conferred Master of Science
Program Duration 1-4 years
Language of Instruction Taught in English
Enrollment Semester(s) Fall Semester ✓ Spring Semester

1. Holds a bachelor’s degree in related medical, public health, nursing,
veterinary sciences, medical technology and other life or natural sciences
from a local or foreign university which is recognized by M.O.E. and
verified by R.O.C. representative office. OR Holds an equivalent degree
Basic of Medical Doctor, MD diploma.
Requirements 2. Applicants must have taken a minimum of 10 credits (160 hours) in
General Biology, Epidemiology, Parasitology, Microbiology or Life
Science related courses.
3. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English translation
of transcript is required)
Additional Documents 1. Bachelor’s degree certificate (including a notarized copy in Chinese or
Required English) or MD Diploma.
2. Autobiography
This program is specified for the basic and clinical applied researches focused
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on the Tropical Medicine.
All documents submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs will be assessed

by the Committee of M.Sc. Program in Tropical Medicine for the initial
Evaluation for
screening. If necessary, an interview will be conducted via telephone or Skype.
Admission
Accepted applicants will be notified individually after the evaluation is
completed.
Ms. Joyce Su
E-mail: mstm@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel:+886-7-312-1101 ext.2136#22
https://mstm.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Department of Sports Medicine
Language of Instruction Program with sufficient courses in English to meet graduation requirements
Enrollment Semester(s) Fall Semester  Spring Semester 
1. A bachelor’s degree from a local or foreign university which is

Basic Requirements recognized by M.O.E. and verified by R.O.C. representative office.
2. Good standing in academic achievement.

Additional Documents
1. Autobiography
Required
2. Research proposal
1. Applicant with Chinese communication ability is preferred.

(1) Has passed the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level
3 or higher, or other equivalent standardized tests.
(2) A letter of recommendation to certify that the candidate is equipped
with enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures taught in
Evaluation for
Chinese.
Admission
2. All documents submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs will be assessed
by the Committee of Department of Sports Medicine for the initial
screening. If necessary, an interview will be conducted via telephone or
web. Accepted applicants will be notified individually after the evaluation
is completed.
Associate Professor I-Hua Chu, P.T., Ph.D.

E-mail: ihchu@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2737#618
https://sportsmed.kmu.edu.tw
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School of Dentistry
Language of Instruction Partly taught in English
1. Holds an equivalent degree of D.D.S. from a Medical/Dental College

of a local or foreign university which is recognized by M.O.E. and
verified by R.O.C. representative office.
2. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English
Basic Requirements translation of transcript is required)
3. Holds an equivalent degree of Dentist diploma.
4. Applicants whose native language is not English must provide official
proof of English proficiency with scores at or above the following
levels: TOEFL ITP 500, CBT 173, iBT 61, IELTS 4.5 or TOEIC 600.
Applicants without Taiwan dentist license can only apply for the academic-
Notice
oriented “Basic Division” and cannot participate in specialist training.

(1) Has passed Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 6 or higher, or
passed the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level
4 or higher, or other equivalent certificates.
Evaluation for Admission with enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures taught in
Chinese.
2. All documents submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs will be
assessed by the Committee of School of Dentistry for the initial
screening. Accepted applicants will be notified individually after the
evaluation is completed.
Ms. Su-Lan Pan

E-mail: gident@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel:+886-7-3121101 ext.2751#22
https://dent.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Department of Oral Hygiene
Language of Instruction Taught in Chinese
1. Holds a bachelor’s degree from a local or foreign university which is

Basic Requirements recognized by M.O.E. and verified by R.O.C. representative office.
2. Good standing in academic achievement.

Additional Documents 1. Autobiography including Curriculum Vitae
Required 2. Research Proposal
3. Proof of Chinese Language Proficiency
1. Applicant with Chinese communication ability.

(1) Has passed the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL)
level 3 or higher, or other equivalent standardized tests.
(2) A letter of recommendation to certify that the candidate is
equipped with enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures
Evaluation for Admission taught in Chinese.
2. All documents submitted to Office of Academic Affairs will be assessed
by the Committee of Department of Oral Hygiene for the initial
screening. If necessary, an interview will be conducted via telephone or
web. Accepted applicants will be notified individually after the
Ms. Chin-Hsu Ma
E-mail: oralhs@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel:+886-7-3121101 ext.2209#32
https://dhygiene.kmu.edu.tw/
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School of Pharmacy
Degree Conferred Master of Science in Pharmacy

Language of
Partly taught in English
Instruction
Enrollment Semester(s) Fall Semester ✓ Spring Semester ✓
1. Holds a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or related sciences, such as
chemistry, fragrance and cosmetic science, biology, and bio-techniques
Basic Requirements 2. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English translation
proof of English proficiency with scores at or above the following levels:
TOEFL ITP 500, CBT 173, IBT 61, IELTS 4.5 or TOEIC 600.

1. Autobiography
Required
1. Providing one of the following proofs with Chinese communication

ability is preferred.
passed the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level 4
or higher, or other equivalent certificates.
Evaluation for with enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures taught in
Admission Chinese.
2. Providing Potential Adviser Agreement Form (as Appendix 5) is
preferred.
assessed by the Committee of School of Pharmacy for the initial
Ms. Violet Hu
E-mail: hchunya@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2160
https://pharm.kmu.edu.tw
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School of Pharmacy – Master Program in Clinical Pharmacy
Degree Conferred Master of Science in Clinical Pharmacy

Language of
Instruction
Enrollment
Fall Semester ✓ Fall Semester ✓
Semester(s)
1. Holds a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or Pharm. D from a local or foreign
university which is recognized by M.O.E. and verified by R.O.C.
representative office.
2. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English translation of
Basic Requirements
3. Applicants whose native/official language is not English must provide an
official proof of English proficiency. Acceptable test score of English
language proficiency include TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, CAE, CPE, and etc.
Official scores must be taken no more than two years prior to submission of
the application.

Additional 1. Autobiography
Documents 2. Research proposal
Required 3. Related Academic Publications or other supplementary documents that may
benefit the review procedures
1. Providing one of the following proofs with Chinese communication ability

is preferred.
(1) Has passed Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 6 or higher, or passed
the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level 4 or higher,
Evaluation for or other equivalent certificates.
Admission (2) A letter of recommendation to certify that the candidate is equipped with
enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures taught in Chinese.
by the Committee of School of Pharmacy for the initial screening. Accepted
applicants will be notified individually after the evaluation is completed.
Ms. Violet Hu
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2160
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Department of Fragrance and Cosmetic Science
1. Holds a bachelor's degree in a local or foreign university has to be

recognized by M.O.E. and verified by R.O.C. representative office.
Basic Requirements 2. Applicants must have taken a minimum of 6 credits of the following
subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Management, Calculus, Organic
Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry.

1. Autobiography including Curriculum Vitae
Required

assessed by the Committee of Department of Fragrance and Cosmetic
Evaluation for
Science for the initial screening. Accepted applicants will be notified
Admission
individually after the evaluation is completed.
2. If necessary, the interview will be arranged by skype or phonecall.
Ms. Hsin-Yuan Hsu

E-mail: cassyhsu@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel:+886-7-3121101 ext.2649
https://cosmetics.kmu.edu.tw
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Graduate Institute of Natural Products

Master of Science
Degree Conferred
or Master of Science in Pharmacy

1. Holds a bachelor’s degree in related medical, life or natural sciences from
a local or foreign university which is recognized by M.O.E. and verified
by R.O.C. representative office.
Basic Requirements
proof of English proficiency. Acceptable tests of English Language
Proficiency include TOEFL ITP, CBT, iBT, IELTS or TOEIC. Official
scores must be taken no more than two years prior to submission of the
application.
Additional Documents In addition to “C. Required Documents” on page 8-9:

All documents submitted to Office of Academic Affairs will be assessed by

Evaluation for the Committee of Graduate Institute of Natural Products for the initial
Admission screening. Accepted applicants will be notified individually after the
Ms. Shu-Li Chen

E-mail: slchen@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2685
https://nphs.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Department of Public Health
1. Holds a bachelor’s degree in related medical, life or natural sciences

Basic Requirements verified by R.O.C. representative office.
2. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English
translation of transcript is required)

(1) Has passed Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL)
level 5 or higher, or other equivalent certificates.
equipped with enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures
Evaluation for
taught in Chinese.
Admission
(3) Autobiography
assessed by the Committee of Department of Public Health for the
initial screening. Accepted applicants will be notified individually
after the evaluation is completed.
Ms. Shu-Fen Yan

E-mail: ph@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel:+886-7-3121101 ext.2141
https://ph.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology
1. Holds a bachelor’s degree in related medical, life or natural sciences

verified by R.O.C. representative office overseas.
Basic Requirements 2. Applicants must have taken a minimum of 10 credits (160 hours) in
General Biology, Biochemistry, or Life Science related courses.
Additional Documents In addition to “C. Required Documents” on page 8-9:


Evaluation for the Committee of Dep. of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology
Admission for the initial screening. Accepted applicants will be notified individually
Ms. Jing-Jiuan Jong

E-mail: jjjong@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext. 2199
https://mlsb.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Department of Healthcare Administration and Medical Informatics
Degree Conferred Master of Science in Healthcare Administration／Medical Informatics
1. Holds a bachelor's degree or higher obtained from a university or an

independent college recognized by M.O.E. should be verified by R.O.C.
Basic Requirements representative office.
2. The minimum required GPA is B- or 2.7 (including a notarized Chinese
or English version)

passed Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level 4
or higher, or other equivalent certificates.
Evaluation for equipped with enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures
Admission taught in Chinese.
assessed by the Committee of Department of Healthcare Administration
and Medical Informatics for the initial screening. If necessary, an
interview will be conducted via telephone or web. Accepted applicants
will be notified individually after the evaluation is completed.
Ms. Ming-Hsia Wu
E-mail: miawu@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2648#11
https://hami.kmu.edu.tw
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Department of Medical Imaging and Radiological Sciences
1. Holds a bachelor’s degree in related natural sciences or engineering

verified by R.O.C. representative office overseas.
Basic Requirements 3. Has passed Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 6 or higher, or passed
Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level 4 or higher, or
other equivalent certificates.
proof of English proficiency with scores at or above the following
levels: TOEFL ITP 500, CBT 173, IBT 61, IELTS 4.5 or TOEIC 600.

1. Autobiography
Additional Documents 3. Proof of Chinese Language Proficiency
Required 4. Proof of English Language Proficiency (native language is not English)
5. A letter of recommendation to certify that the candidate is equipped
with enough Chinese and English proficiency to attend the lectures
taught in Chinese or English.

Evaluation for the Committee of Dep. of Medical Imaging and Radiological Sciences for
Admission the initial screening. Accepted applicants will be notified individually after
the evaluation is completed.
Ms. Nicole Li
E-mail: mrt@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2250
https://mrt.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry

Language of
Partially taught in English
Instruction
1. A bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related life sciences and natural

sciences from a domestic or foreign university recognized by M.O.E. and
Basic Requirements the transcript is required).
3. For those whose native/official language is not English, an official proof of
English proficiency. Legitimate English language proficiency tests include
TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, CAE, CPE, etc., and must be taken no more than
two years prior to the application.

1. Autobiography and CV
Additional Documents 2. Research Proposal
Required 3. Related Academic Publications
4. English Proficiency Requirement Form (as Appendix 4)
5. Potential Adviser Agreement Form (as Appendix 5)
1. Applicants with Chinese communication ability are preferred.

(1) Speaking and communication abilities in Chinese.
(2) A letter of recommendation to certify that the candidate is equipped with
enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures taught in Chinese.
Evaluation for
Admission
by the Committee of Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry for
the initial screening. Official interview will be conducted via telephone or
Skype. Accepted applicants will be notified individually after the evaluation
is completed.
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1. For requirements for graduation, please refer to:

https://chem.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/master-program
2. Master’s degree students must obtain at least one qualifying English
Note Proficiency test result before their Master’s Thesis exam.
3. Applicants are required to contact their potential adviser form the
department prior to the application deadline, and to have required forms
signed and submitted for confirmation.
Ms. Pei-Chi Lo
E-mail: peggielo@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2215
https://chem.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
[Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry page 2/2]
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Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology
Holds a Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, and natural sciences from a local
or foreign university recognized by M.O.E. Taiwan. Applicant holding a
Basic Requirements Bachelor’s degree granted by Taiwanese institute is required to provide
certificates to prove that one has applied and accepted as international
student.

Additional Documents 1. Autobiography
Required 2. Research proposal
3. Related academic publications

passed Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level 2 or
higher, or other equivalent certificates.
Evaluation for
Admission
Chinese.
assessed by the Committee of Department of Biomedical Science and
Environmental Biology for the initial screening. Accepted applicants
will be notified individually after the evaluation is completed.
Ms. Chain-Chia Yang

E-mail: candy@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2147
https://biology.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Department of Biotechnology
Holds a Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, and natural sciences from a local
or foreign university recognized by M.O.E. Taiwan. Applicant holding a
Basic Requirements Bachelor’s degree granted by Taiwanese institute is required to provide
certificates to prove that one has applied and accepted as international
student.

Required 2. Research proposal

Evaluation for
Admission
Chinese.
assessed by the Committee of Department of Biotechnology for the
initial screening. Accepted applicants will be notified individually
Ms. Hui-Yun Lin

E-mail: sevian@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2709
https://biotech.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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1. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related life sciences, and

natural sciences from a local or foreign university recognized by M.O.E.
Taiwan. Applicant holding a Bachelor’s degree granted by Taiwanese
institute is required to provide certificates to prove that one has applied
and accepted as international student.
Basic Requirements
2. Applicants whose native/official language is not English must provide
an official proof of English proficiency. Acceptable test score of English
language proficiency include TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, CAE, CPE, and
etc. Official scores must be taken no more than two years prior to
submission of the application.

Additional Documents 3. Related Academic Publications
Required 4. Two Letters of Recommendation (at least one must from the candidate’s
supervisor or head of the department)
1. Applicant with Chinese communication ability is preferred:

Has passed Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 4 or higher, or passed
Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level 2 or higher, or
Evaluation for other equivalent certificates
Admission 2. All documents submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs will be
assessed by the Committee of College of Life Sciences for the initial
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1. Master degree students must provide at least one English Proficiency

pass test score before their Master Thesis exam.
Note 2. Applicants are required to contact with the potential adviser of the
College of Life Sciences prior to the application deadline, and to have
the form signed and submitted for confirmation.
Ms. Ting-Yu Chen

E-mail: r091155@gap.kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.6985
https://mmcb.kmu.edu.tw
[Master Program in Medicinal Chemistry and Biotechnology page 2/2]
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Ph.D. Programs

Degree Conferred Doctor of Philosophy
Language of Instruction Taught in English
1. One of the following requirements should be met:

Holds a master’s degree in related medical, life or natural sciences from
OR
Basic
Holds an equivalent degree of Medical Doctor MD diploma.
Requirements
TOEFL ITP500, CBT 193, iBT 68, IELTS 5.5 or TOEIC 600.
1. Master’s degree certificate (including a notarized copy in Chinese or
English) or MD Diploma
2. Autobiography
Required
All documents submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs will be assessed by

Evaluation for the Committee of Graduate Institute of Medicine for the initial screening. If
Admission necessary, an interview will be conducted via telephone or Skype. Accepted
Note Requirements for Graduation please refer to: http://gim.kmu.edu.tw/
Ms. Betty Hsia

E-mail: bettyhsia@gap.kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-312-1101 ext.2136#23
https://gim.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Ph.D. Program in Environmental and Occupational Medicine


Language of Fully/Partly taught in English or Taught in Chinese
Instruction (Students can choose the language of instruction according to their needs.)
1. Holds a Master Degree (in Medicine/Health Sciences/Biological
Sciences/Physical Sciences/Environmental Sciences/Engineering, Bio-
Engineering/Technology) which is verified by R.O.C. representative office.
2. A minimum GPA of B+ or 3.3 (a notarized Chinese or English translation of
Basic Requirements 3. Applicants whose native/official language is not English must provide an
official proof of English proficiency. Acceptable test score of English language
proficiency include TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, CAE, and CPE. English
proficiency with scores at or above the following levels: TOEFL ITP 550, CBT
213, iBT 79, IELTS 5.5 or TOEIC 600. Official scores must be taken no more
than two years prior to submission of the application.

1. Master’s degree certificate (including a notarized copy in Chinese or English)
Committee of Ph.D. Program in Environmental and Occupational Medicine for the
Evaluation for
initial screening. If necessary, an interview will be conducted via telephone or
Admission
Skype. Accepted applicants will be notified individually after the evaluation is
completed.
Requirements for Graduation please refer to:
Note
https://eomphd.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
Ms. Lin
E-mail: bunny@gap.kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-312-1101 ext.2512#32
https://eomphd.kmu.edu.tw/
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Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Engineering
1. Holds a master’s degree which is verified by R.O.C. representative

Office.
Basic Requirements
proof of English proficiency.
In addition to “C. Required Documents” on page 8-9 :

1. Autobiography
Additional Documents 2. Research Proposal
Required 3. Related academic publications
4. Two letters of recommendation (at least one must from the candidate’s

Evaluation for the Committee of Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Engineering for the initial
Associate Professor I-Hua Chu, P.T., Ph.D.

E-mail: ihchu@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-07312-1101 ext. 2737#618
https://bmephd.kmu.edu.tw/
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School of Dentistry
1. Holds a master’s degree in dental medicine or related disciplines from a

local or foreign university which is recognized by M.O.E. and verified by
R.O.C. representative office.
Basic Requirements
TOEFL ITP 500, CBT 173, iBT 61, IELTS 4.5 or TOEIC 600.

Evaluation for Admission with enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures taught in
Chinese.
assessed by the Committee of School of Dentistry for the initial screening.
Accepted applicants will be notified individually after the evaluation is
completed.
Note Requirements for Graduation please refer to: https://dent.kmu.edu.tw
Ms. Su-Lan Pan

E-mail: gident@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel:+886-7-3121101 ext.2751#22
https://dent.kmu.edu.tw
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School of Pharmacy
Language of
Instruction
Enrollment
Fall Semester ✓ Spring Semester ✓
Semester(s)
1. Holds a master’s degree in pharmacy or related sciences, such as chemistry,
fragrance and cosmetic science, biology, and bio-techniques from a local or foreign
university which is recognized by M.O.E. and verified by R.O.C. representative
office.
Basic
2. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English translation of transcript
Requirements
is required)
English proficiency with scores at or above the following levels:
TOEFL ITP 500, CBT 173, IBT 61, IELTS 4.5 or TOEIC 600.

Additional
1. Autobiography
Documents
Required
1. Providing one of the following proofs with Chinese communication ability is

preferred.
(1) Has passed Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 6 or higher, or passed Test
of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) level 4 or higher, or other equivalent
certificates.
Evaluation for
(2) A letter of recommendation to certify that the candidate is equipped with
Admission enough Chinese proficiency to attend the lectures taught in Chinese.
2. Providing Potential Adviser Agreement Form (as Appendix 5) is preferred.
3. All documents submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs will be assessed by
the Committee of School of Pharmacy for the initial screening. Accepted

Note
Ms. Violet Hu
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2160
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Graduate Institute of Natural Products
Degree Conferred Doctor of Pharmaceutical Science/Doctor of Philosophy
1. Holds a master’s degree in related medical, life or natural sciences from

Basic Requirements of transcript is required).

proof of English proficiency. Acceptable tests of English language
proficiency include TOEFL ITP, CBT, iBT, IELTS or TOEIC. Official
scores must be taken no more than two years prior to submission of the
application.
In addition to “Required Documents” on page 8-9:
1. Resume

the Committee of Graduate Institute of Natural Products for the initial
Evaluation for

Note
Ms. Shu-Li Chen
E-mail: slchen@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2685
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Department of Public Health


Language of
Instruction
Enrollment
Semester(s)
1. Holds a master’s degree in related medical, life or natural sciences from a local
or foreign university which is recognized by M.O.E. and verified by R.O.C.
Basic Requirements
English proficiency with scores at or above the following levels: TOEFL
ITP500, CBT 193, iBT 68, IELTS 5.5 or TOEIC 600.

1. Autobiography
Additional 2. Research Proposal
Documents 3. Related academic publications
Required 4. Proof of English proficiency aforementioned
5. Two letters of recommendation (at least one must from the candidate’s
Evaluation for
Committee of Department of Public Health for the initial screening. Accepted
Admission
Note Requirements for Graduation please refer to: https://ph.kmu.edu.tw/
Ms. Shu-Fen Yan

E-mail: ph@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2141
https://ph.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology
1. Holds a master’s degree in related medical, life or natural sciences from

Basic Requirements by R.O.C. representative office overseas.


Evaluation for the Committee of Dep. of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology
Admission for the initial screening. Accepted applicants will be notified individually

Note
https://mlsb.kmu.edu.tw
Ms. Jing-Jiuan Jong
E-mail: jjjong@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext. 2199
https://mlsb.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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School of Nursing
Degree
Doctor of Philosophy
Conferred
Program
2-7 years
Duration
Language of
Taught in English
Instruction
Enrollment
Fall Semester ✓ Spring Semester
Semester(s)
1. Holds a nursing bachelor’s degree which is verified by R.O.C. representative
office.
2. Holds a master’s degree which is verified by R.O.C. representative office.
3. An English proficiency test score equivalent to or above one of the followings for
those whose native language is not English:
Basic
TOEFL ITP 500, CBT 173, iBT 61, IELTS 4.5 or TOEIC 600
Requirements
4. If applicants hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from United States or other
Anglophone countries are exempted from the above TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC
requirement.
5. If applicants hold a conditional letter of acceptance, the English proficiency
document is required to be submitted in six months after enrollment.
1. Curriculum vitae
2. Autobiography
Additional 3. Abstract of master’s thesis or academic publications in English
Documents 4. Certification of B.S. degree in English
Required 5. Certification of Master’s degree and transcript for all semesters in English
6. Research plan
7. Other materials that may benefit the review procedure such as lecturer/instructor
certificate
Evaluation for Committee of School of Nursing for the initial screening. If necessary, an interview will
Admission be conducted via telecommunication. Accepted applicants will be notified individually
Graduate Requirements please refer to the website of College of Nursing:

Note
https://fonursing.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/admissions-and-graduate-requirements
Mr. Lee, Tsung-Hsun

E-mail: guester@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2168
https://fonursing.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
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Degree
Conferred
Program
2-7 years
Duration
Language of
Taught in English
Instruction
Enrollment
Semester(s)
1. A bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related life sciences and natural sciences from a
domestic or foreign university recognized by M.O.E. and verified by R.O.C.
2. A master’s Degree (in Chemistry/Natural Sciences/Life Sciences) verified by R.O.C.
Basic
3. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English translation of the
Requirements
transcript is required).
4. For those whose native/official language is not English, an official proof of English
proficiency. Legitimate English language proficiency tests include TOEFL, IELTS,
TOEIC, CAE, CPE, etc., and must be taken no more than two years prior to the
application.

Additional 2. Research Proposal
Documents 3. Related Academic Publications
Required
Evaluation for Committee of Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry for the initial screening.
Admission Official interview will be conducted via telephone or Skype. Accepted applicants will be
notified individually after the evaluation is completed.
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1. For requirements for graduation, please refer to:

https://chem.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/phd-program-introduction
2. Doctoral students must obtain at least one qualifying English Proficiency test result
Note before their Ph.D. dissertation exam.
3. Applicants are required to contact their potential adviser from the department prior
to the application deadline, and to have required forms signed and submitted for
confirmation.
Ms. Pei-Chi Lo
E-mail: peggielo@kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.2215
https://chem.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/
[Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry page 2/2]
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Ph.D. Program in Life Sciences

Degree
Conferred
Program
2-7 years
Duration
Language of
Taught in English
Instruction
Enrollment
Semester(s)
1. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related life sciences and natural
sciences from a local or foreign university which is recognized by M.O.E. and
2. Holds a Master’s degree (in Chemistry/Natural Science /Life Sciences) which is
Basic 3. A minimum GPA of B or 3.0 (a notarized Chinese or English translation of
Requirements
transcript is required).
4. Applicants whose native/official language is not English must provide an official
proof of English proficiency. Acceptable test score of English language
proficiency include TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, CAE, CPE, and etc. Official scores
must be taken within two years prior to submission of the application.
In addition to ‘‘C. Required Documents’’ on page 8-9:

Additional
3. Related Academic Publications
Documents
4. Two Letters of Recommendation (at least one must from the candidate’s
Required
All documents submitted to the office of Academic Affairs will be assessed by the
Evaluation for Committee of College of Life Sciences for the initial screening. Official interview will
Admission be conducted via telephone or online interview. Accepted applicants will be notified
individually after evaluation is completed.
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Ph.D. Program in Life Sciences
1. Applicants are required to contact with prospective adviser of the College of Life
Sciences prior to the application deadline, and to have the form signed and
submitted for confirmation.
Note
2. Students must provide at least one English Proficiency pass test score before their
PhD dissertation exam.
3. Requirements for graduation please refer to the program’s website.
Ms. Ting-Yu Chen

E-mail: r091155@gap.kmu.edu.tw
Contact Person
Tel: +886-7-3121101 ext.6985
https://dols.kmu.edu.tw
[Ph.D. Program in Life Sciences page 2/2]
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Appendix 1: Guarantee of Financial Support for Admission 2022-2023
Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU)
I, ____________________(name of the guarantor) attach my personal bank

statement and certify that I will support all expenses for
__________________(applicant’s name) to study at Kaohsiung Medical
University. I will be responsible for the consequences if the applicant cannot
afford the tuition and living expenses in Taiwan.
Name of Guarantor: _____________________

Relationship with the applicant: __________________
Phone number: ____________________________
Email: __________________________________
Guarantor’s signature: ________________________
Date (YYYY/MM/DD): _______________ Place: _________________
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Appendix 2: Self-Check & Declaration for International Students

Applied Program
___________________
(in Chinese) Application Number
（Be automatically assigned）
Full Name
(in English)
Identification Verification Self-Check

According to Article 2 of International Students Undertaking Studies in Taiwan, an individual of foreign
nationality must not possess an overseas Chinese student status at the time of the application. In order to check
the qualification of the applicant, please place a check mark ✓ in the blank provided:
1. Have you ever studied in Taiwan? □Yes □No

2. Have you ever possessed an overseas Chinese student status while undertaking studies in Taiwan?
□Yes □No □Uncertain
3. Have you ever attended “joint admission placement” through University Entrance Committee for
Overseas Chinese Students? □Yes □No □Uncertain
4. Have you ever studied in Taiwan’s colleges/universities permitted by Ministry of Education to recruit
individually Overseas Chinese Students? □Yes □No □Uncertain
5. Have you applied for admission through University Entrance Committee for Overseas Chinese
Students in academic year 2022-2023? □Yes □No
Declaration Form
1. I hereby certify that I understand Article 2 of＜Nationality Act＞.
【According to Article 2 of Nationality Act of the R.O.C.】
A person shall have the nationality of the R.O.C. under any of the conditions provided by the following
Subparagraphs:
(1) His/her father or mother was a national of the R.O.C when he/she was born.
(2) He/she was born after the death of his/her father or mother, and his/her father or mother was a
national of the R.O.C at the time of death.
(3) He/she was born in the territory of the R.O.C, and his/her parents can't be ascertained or both were
stateless persons.
(4) He/she has undergone the naturalization process.
The provisions of Subparagraphs 1 and 2 in the preceding paragraph shall be also applicable to those
under the age of 20 at the time of the amendment and implementation of this Act on February 9, 2000.
2. I hereby declare that I have met the requirements indicated in the “Regulations Regarding International
Students Undertaking Studies in Taiwan” issued by the Ministry of Education of R.O.C..
3. I hereby declare that I am qualified for at least one of the five requirements:
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(1)At the time of application, I am holding a foreign citizenship, and have never held R.O.C. citizenship,
and meet the following 2 requirements:
i. I have never undertaken studies in Taiwan as an overseas Chinese student.
ii. I have not been given a placement in the current year by the University Entrance Committee
for Overseas Chinese Students in accordance with the Regulations Regarding Study and
Counseling Assistance for Overseas Chinese Students in Taiwan.
(2)At the time of application, I am holding a foreign citizenship and citizenship of R.O.C., Taiwan, but
have never had the household registration in Taiwan, and have been living in a foreign country
continuously for no less than 6 years (no less than 8 years needed for applications to School of
Medicine, School of Dentistry and School of Post-Baccalaureate Medicine), and have not studied
under the status of overseas Chinese students, and have not been given a placement in the current
year by the University Entrance Committee for Overseas Chinese Students.
(3)At the time of application, I am holding a foreign citizenship and Taiwan citizenship, and have
obtained documents issued by Ministry of Interior indicating that I have given up R.O.C nationality
for at least 8 years, and have been living in a foreign country continuously for no less than 6 years
(no less than 8 years needed for applications to College of Medicine, School of Dentistry and School
of Post-Baccalaureate Medicine), and have not studied under the status of overseas Chinese student
and have not been given a placement in the current year by the University Entrance Committee for
Overseas Chinese Students.
(4)At the time of application, I am holding a foreign citizenship and a permanent residence status in
Hong Kong or Macau, having no history of a household registration record in Taiwan, and at the
time of application, has resided in Hong Kong, Macau, or another foreign country for no less than 6
years is qualified to apply for admission. (no less than 8 years needed for applications to College of
Medicine, School of Dentistry and School of Post-Baccalaureate Medicine)
(5)At the time of application, I am a former citizen of Mainland China and hold a foreign nationality,
having no history of household registration record in Taiwan, and at the time of application, has
resided overseas continuously for no less than 6 years. (no less than 8 years needed for applications
to College of Medicine, School of Dentistry and School of Post-Baccalaureate Medicine)
4. All documents I have provided (including qualifications, passport and other relevant documents whether
in original or photocopy) are authentic and valid. Should any of the documents is found of forgery or in
violation of any University’s regulation, my admission to KMU will be revoked, and no proof of
acceptance will be issued.
5. The proof of the highest level of education attained that I have provided (for Bachelor’s degree applicants
– high school diploma; for Master’s degree applicants – Bachelor’s degree diploma; and for Ph.D. degree
applicants – Master’s degree diploma) is valid and legally recognized by the country from which I
graduated. The diploma provided is equivalent to which is awarded by certified schools in Taiwan. If
this is found to be fraudulent (including those through alterations and forgery) and in violation of any
regulation, my admission will be refused, my student status will be revoked, and no transcript or diploma
will be issued.
6. I have never been expelled from any university or college in Taiwan under these circumstances (with
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drop-out records due to failure in conduct grades, academic grades, or being indicted guilty by the
criminal law, or seriously violated any ordinances or the regulations of the educational institution and as
a result, had discontinued the study or forfeited the status as a registered student). Should I am found of
breach any of the regulations, my admission will be canceled and my student status will be revoked.
7. If I apply for the initial household registration in Taiwan or acquire naturalization or restoration of
Taiwan citizenship during the period of my study, and thus lose my status of foreign student, I will accept
the discontinuation of my student status by the University (Students whose application was handled in
the same manner as the admission procedures for domestic students and who apply for naturalization to
acquire the nationality of the R.O.C. in accordance with Subparagraph 1 to 3, Paragraph 1, Article 4 of
the Nationality Act is not subject to this requirement.).
8. I have read all the regulations in the handbook and abide by rules mentioned above.
Note:
According to the regulations of Regulations Regarding Study and Counseling Assistance for Overseas Chinese Students in
Taiwan:
(1) The term “overseas Chinese student” refers to a student of Chinese descent who has come to Taiwan to study, who was
born and lived overseas until the present time, or who has been living overseas for six or more consecutive years in the immediate
past and obtained permanent or long-term residency status overseas. Note that for those applying to study in the departments of
medicine, dentistry, or Chinese medicine at Taiwan universities, the minimum required number of consecutive years of overseas
residency is eight years.
(2) The term “overseas” refers to locations or countries outside of Taiwan, mainland China, Macao, and Hong Kong. The
“consecutive years of residency” is defined as Overseas Chinese Students staying in Taiwan for less than 120 days per calendar
year. If the calculated calendar year is not one complete calendar year, their stay in Taiwan should not exceed 120 days within the
calculated calendar year period.
I, applying for admission Academic 2022-2023 to Kaohsiung Medical University, have never possessed an
overseas Chinese student status at the time of the application. I authorize KMU to verify all of the above
information provided. After being admitted into KMU, if any of the information provided are found and
proved to be false, I have no objections in accepting the consequence of having my student status revoked.
Applicant’s Signature: Date: _______ /_______/_______

(month) (day) (year)
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Appendix 3: Application Checklist

※ A complete application must include the following items. Please submit these items either by uploading
or by post and Check (✓) the completed items for your own confirmation.
Applied Program:
Check Items of Documents for Admission Application
On-line Application form including KMU Scholarship form with autograph
An authenticated photocopy of the highest-level qualification certificate or diploma (Chinese

or English version is required if the certificate or diploma provided is in neither of the
languages aforementioned.)
An authenticated photocopy of official transcript of the highest-level certificate (Chinese or

English version is required if the transcript is in neither of the languages aforementioned.)
Financial statement/financial guarantee issued within recent 6 months that shows financial
sustainability for study in Taiwan, or proof of the scholarship provided by a government
agency, university, college, or private organization. (A guarantee template as Appendix 1)
Proof of Nationality:
□ Photocopy of a valid passport or certificate of nationality
□ Photocopies of the applicant’s parents’ passports or certificate of nationality
□ Taiwan Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) (if applicable)
□ « Forfeited Nationality Permit Certificate » issued by Ministry of the Interior for at least
8 years (for applicants who hold foreign nationality, and once held R.O.C. nationality)
□ « Certificate of Entry/Exit Dates » issued by National Immigration Agency (for applicants
both hold foreign nationality and R.O.C. nationality)
Proof of Language Proficiency (for visa purpose/requirement of applied program)
Study Plan
Two Letters of Recommendation (Referees shall complete the recommendation online.)
Other documents required by specific departments/graduate institutes
Passport-size photograph
Self-Check & Declaration for International Students (As Appendix 2)
Documents or proofs of other competences：
Applicant's Signature： Date: _______ /_______/_______

(month) (day) (year)
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Appendix 4: English Proficiency Requirement Form

(Applicable for designated programs, please refer to “H. Admission Criteria of Each Program”)
English Proficiency Requirement Form for Graduate Program Admission

International applicants (regardless of your citizenship) must fill up this form to prove proficiency
in English.
Personal Information
Full Name
Gender □ Male □ Female
Date of Birth ／(Month) ／(Day) ／(Year)
Country/Citizenship Attach recent
Passport No. photograph here
E-mail
Mobile Number:
Skype ID/No.
Applicant’s Language Proficiency
Applicant’s Native/First Language : □ English □ Others
(Specify: )
Applicant’s Official Language: □ English □ Others
(Specify: )
Applicant’s Second Language: □ English □ Chinese □ Others
(Specify: )
Applicant’s Medium of Study in Senior High School: □ English □ Others
(Specify: )
Applicant’s Medium of Study in Bachelors’ Degree: □ English □ Others
(Specify: )
Applicant’s Medium of Study in Masters’ Degree: □ English □ Others
(Specify: )
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Note: Non-native English speaker applicants must submit the proof of medium of study in senior
high school/bachelors and masters’ degree along with this application.
Applicant holds any official English Proficiency test score:
□ Yes (If yes – fill up Table 1)
□ No (If no – fill up Table 2, as below)
Table 1. Applicant’s official English Proficiency test score table:

Proficiency test Reading Listening Speaking Writing Total
TOEFL
IELTS
TOEIC
CAE
CPE
Others
(Specify: )
Note: Attach the proof of official English Proficiency test score along with this application. Official
scores must be taken no more than two years prior to submission of the application.
Table 2. Applicant rates himself/herself on English Proficiency

Proficiency Reading Listening Speaking Writing
Excellent
Good
Average
Poor
Declaration
I authorize Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) to verify all of the above information
provided. After being admitted into the program applied, if any of the information provided are
found and proved to be false, I have no objections in accepting the consequence of having my
student status revoked.
Applicant’s Signature: Date: (month) (day) (year)
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Appendix 5：Potential Adviser Agreement Form

(Applicable for designated programs, please refer to “H. Admission Criteria of Each Program”)
Program Applied: □ School of Pharmacy

□ Dept. of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry
□ Master Program in Medicinal Chemistry and Biotechnology
□ Ph.D. Program in Life Sciences
Applicant’s Information:
Full Name: Nationality:
Phone: E-mail:
Application Details:
Applying for □ Master’s Degree □ Ph.D. Degree
Admission enrollment on □ Fall Semester Intake □ Spring Semester Intake
Interview Details:
Interview mode: □ E-mail Conversations only
□ Telephone Interview
□ Online Interview
□ Personal Interview
□ Others (Specify)
I, Prof. , have been contacted/interviewed with

____________________________(applicant’s name), and checked/verified his/her application
documents, and I am certain that he/she will be a potential student for my research lab. Therefore, I
hereby agree that I can be a potential adviser for his/her thesis/dissertation during his/her stipulated
study period in the ___________________________________________(program’s name)
program, KMU.
Professor’s Signature: _________________________
Date:
Notice :
Applicants can find more information about the faculty members and their specialties on the website:
(1) School of Pharmacy: https://pharm.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/faculty
(2) Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry: https://chem.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/faculty
(3) College of Life Science: https://clife.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-GB/faculty-members
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KMU Application Guidelines for International Students 2022-2023 Graduate Programs

Kaohsiung Medical University

Kaohsiung Medical University

Programs Offered & Enrollment Semester(s) ..................................................................................... 3

Admission Quota .................................................................................................................................... 4

B. Application Procedure ................................................................................................................... 7

C. Required Documents ..................................................................................................................... 8

F. Tuition & Miscellaneous Fees ..................................................................................................... 11

G. Reminders & Admission Notice .................................................................................................. 12

H. Admission Criteria of Each Program ........................................................................................ 14

Appendix 1: Guarantee of Financial Support for Admission (Template) ....................................... 49

Appendix 2: Self-Check & Declaration for International Students ................................................ 50

Appendix 3: Application Checklist ..................................................................................................... 53

Appendix 4: English Proficiency Requirement Form ...................................................................... 54

Appendix 5：Potential Adviser Agreement Form ............................................................................ 56

Useful Contact Information

Relevant Offices at KMU Services Contact

Division of Admissions & E-mail: enr@kmu.edu.tw

Application Schedule For Academic Year 2022-2023

APPLICATION SCHEDULE FOR FALL INTAKE 2022

Written Examination or Interview

Application Result May 20, 2022

APPLICATION SCHEDULE FOR SPRING INTAKE 2023

Written Examination or Interview

Application Result December 2, 2022

Programs Offered & Enrollment Semester(s)

M. Sc. Program in Tropical Medicine ✓

Department of Sports Medicine ✓ ✓

Department of Oral Hygiene ✓

Graduate Institute of Natural Products ✓ ✓

Department of Public Health ✓

Graduate Institute of Natural Products ✓ ✓

Ph.D. Program in Life Sciences ✓ ✓

Program Admission Quota

※The final quota of admission will be determined by the Ministry of Education.

Visit Application Website &

☑ Reminder for uploading required

Announcement of the Result

Application Website: https://admission.kmu.edu.tw/

Note: Incomplete application documents will not be reviewed.

F. Tuition & Miscellaneous Fees

Graduate Institute of Medicine (Master’s Program),

Clinical Research $61,000

Ph.D. Program in Environmental and Occupational Medicine $60,960

School of Dentistry $56,000

G. Reminders & Admission Notice

H. Admission Criteria of Each Program

College of Dental Medicine

College of Health Sciences

College of Life Sciences

College of Dental Medicine

College of Health Sciences

College of Life Sciences

Graduate Institute of Medicine

Graduate Institute of Medicine

Ms. Betty Hsia

[Graduate Institute of Medicine page 2/2]

M. Sc. Program in Tropical Medicine

Degree Conferred Master of Science

Program Duration 1-4 years

Language of Instruction Taught in English

Enrollment Semester(s) Fall Semester ✓ Spring Semester

All documents submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs will be assessed