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  • Locations: Taipei, Taiwan
  • Program Terms: Summer, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III, Summer IV
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  • Program Sponsor: American Councils (ACTR) 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: Chinese, English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student, 6-other
Housing Options: Dormitory Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Asian Studies, Chinese, Culture, History, International Relations, International Studies, Mandarin, Mass Communications, Political Science, Politics
Program Type: Field Study, Study Abroad Minimum GPA: 2.7
Click here for a definition of this term Program: Direct
Program Description:

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tradition & modernity in taiwan (tmt) program

The four-week Tradition & Modernity in Taiwan (TMT) program combines hands-on coursework in the history, culture, politics, and contemporary issues of Taiwan with Chinese language instruction, offered at all levels. Participants explore the unique ways Taiwan has responded to challenges all modern societies face while gaining a better understanding of an increasingly influential region of the world.

Program Features

Offered in Taipei, Taiwan at National Chengchi University

Available during the Summer term (4 weeks)
 
20 hours per week of regional studies coursework in Taiwanese history, culture, politics, and contemporary issues; all classes are taught in English by expert host-institution faculty

Students also receive basic instruction in Chinese language - no prior knowledge is required. Students with previous Chinese experience continue at the appropriate level
 
Participants earn 8-10 U.S. academic credits in political science and sociology through Bryn Mawr College
 
Housing in university dormitories with other U.S. students

Cultural activities introduce topics such as traditional cooking, calligraphy, and tai chi, while excursions provide hands-on engagement with course content through visits to museums, temples, government offices, recycling centers, and an aboriginal village
 
Comprehensive health, accident, and evacuation insurance for all participants abroad

Financial Aid

Financial aid from American Councils is available for TMT. Please visit www.studyabroad.americancouncils.org/financial-aid to learn more about available scholarships.

Eligibility Requirements

  • No foreign language experience required
  • Minimum 2.7 GPA
  • At least 18 years old by application deadline

Application Deadlines

Summer programs: February 15

Interested in learning more?

Complete program information, including an online application, is available on the TMT website at www.acstudyabroad.org/tmt
 
Read what past program participants have to say about their TMT experience on our blog website. Check out our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for pictures of participants on-program, study abroad articles, and more!

Questions?

Contact American Councils at outbound@americancouncils.org