National Taiwan University

Austrian Association of 
East Asian Studies

The University of Linz (Institute of Societal and Social Policy), the Graduate Institute of National Development, National Taiwan University and the Austrian Association of East Asian Studies are for the first time organising a joint international and academic Summer School in Taiwan.

Time and place: 2.-27. August 2004, National Taiwan University (NTU), Taipei

Program outline:
Lectures due to be held at NTU, the working language being English. The program comprises a three-weeks’ course, Monday through Friday, six units a day (totalling 90 units). It includes a scheduled trip to Central and Southern Taiwan in week 4.

The following subjects will be offered: (Program in detail: PDF Format)
1. Introduction to the Chinese legal system
2. Economic development of Taiwan since 1945
3. Economic development of China
4. Technology and Society in Taiwan
5. China’s political system
6. Democratic development of Taiwan  

The subjects mentioned above constitute regular courses (on graduate level) offered by NTU. They have been specifically adapted for this Summer School by Professors from NTU and will be held in block sessions.

The Summer School will be concluded by a written final exam giving students the opportunity to transfer credits to their home university. (One course = 2 credits)

The professors will offer special post-course support to students who wish to do further in-depth research in one of the fields and write academic papers or even a master thesis.

Qualification requirements:
Students at universities (both graduate and undergraduate), universities of applied sciences and various educational institutions as well as employees with international companies; proficient knowledge of English

Accommodation:
15 single rooms with shower in the guesthouse and 10 double rooms in the exclusive hotel of the University

Fees:  € 1500,- *  

for further questions please don't hesitate to contact us!
summerschool@eastasia.at

Application form

application deadline: June 15th, 2004

*The fees include lodging, tuition, transport and accommodation in week 4. Fees may vary according to fluctuations in the exchange rate.