International Master’s Program in Semiconductor Engineering
國際半導體人才碩士專班Ming Chuan University proudly collaborates with ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. — the world’s leading provider of semiconductor packaging and testing services. ASE is at the forefront of digital transformation, smart manufacturing, and environmentally sustainable technologies—driving the global shift toward a green economy.
The International Master’s Degree Program in Semiconductor Engineering is designed to cultivate next-generation engineers who can excel in the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry. Through MCU’s academic excellence and ASE’s cutting-edge industrial resources, students gain both strong theoretical foundations and hands-on professional experience.
Admission Objectives
Semiconductors are a key strategic industry for the nation. In response to the rapid development of the semiconductor industry and the growing demand for high-level professional talent, the Department of Electrical Engineering at Ming Chuan University, in collaboration with ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd., has established the International Master Program for Semiconductor Talent Development (New Program Model).
This program emphasizes a balanced integration of theory and practice, providing a professional learning environment closely connected with industry. Its goal is to cultivate semiconductor professionals with strong international competitiveness and to support the sustainable development of Taiwan’s semiconductor, electronics, and information and communications technology (ICT) industries.
The admission objectives of this program are as follows:
- Strengthening Taiwan’s Semiconductor Competitiveness
- To cultivate semiconductor professionals with solid technical expertise and an international perspective, thereby enhancing Taiwan’s critical position in the global semiconductor industry chain.
- Implementing Industry–Academia Collaboration and Integrating Theory with Practice
- To integrate academic coursework with practical industry training, enabling students to develop both strong theoretical foundations and industry-ready practical skills.
- Cultivating Innovative and Interdisciplinary Technology Talent
- To nurture semiconductor professionals with innovative thinking and strong problem-solving abilities, thereby promoting technological innovation and industrial upgrading.
- Responding to Industry Needs and Alleviating Talent Shortages
- To address workforce demands in the semiconductor industry by rapidly cultivating and supplying high-quality professional talent to effectively support industrial development.
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Information |
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Language of Instruction |
English |
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Campus |
Taoyuan Campus |
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Target Students |
15 Japanese Students |
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Admission Term |
Fall 2026 (September Semester) |
- Professional Course Module:
- 2 required professional courses (6 credits)
- At least 4 elective professional courses (12 credits)
- Internship Course Module: 6 courses, 18 credits (mainly in the 2nd year), or take up to 18 elective credits as a substitute for the internship.
- Master’s Thesis: 0 credits
- Mandarin Course Module:
- 6 hours/week of Mandarin tutoring in the 1st year
- TOCFL A2 level required before internship eligibility
- Students with TOCFL B1 or above are exempt
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Amount |
Notes |
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Tuition & Fees |
54,752 |
Subject to annual adjustment |
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Insurance Fee |
4,956 |
6-month coverage |
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Dormitory |
16,000 |
Off-campus options available |
Fall 2026 Admission:
February 1 – May 31, 2026
Apply online at MCU Application Website
Select: Master’s Program → English-Taught → Department of Electrical Engineering (International Program)
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Academic Year |
Tuition |
Monthly Stipend |
Remarks |
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1st Year |
Pay full tuition upfront; subsidy supported by NDC |
NT$10,000/month |
Offered by ASE Group |
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2nd Year |
Pay full tuition upfront; subsidy supported by NDC |
NT$29,500/month |
Internship + Thesis Writing (bound by ASE contract) |
Graduates must sign a two-year employment contract with ASE Group, endorsed by a guarantor.
Upon graduation, students may work as Process Engineers, responsible for:
- Process planning
- Yield improvement
- New process development
- Material integration
Prof. Fu-Chien Chiu
✉️ fcchiu@mail.mcu.edu.tw
📞 +886-3-3507001 Ext. 3402
Ms. Wei-Mei Sun
✉️ wmsun@mail.mcu.edu.tw
📞 +886-3-3507001 Ext. 3394
- Asia Admission: ihp@mail.mcu.edu.tw |
+886-3-3507001 Ext. 3704 / 3703 - Vietnam, India, Philippines, Singapore & Outside Asia: oas@eta.mcu.edu.tw |
+886-3-3507001 Ext. 5116 / 3705 - 🌐 http://iee.mcu.edu.tw/en
- 🏫 Address: No. 5 De-Ming Rd., Gui-Shan District, Taoyuan 333, Taiwan
