Faculty Evaluations
Each top-level unit will receive requests via official letter to conduct evaluations of its faculty members and report the evaluation results to the Personnel Department and the University.
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Labor Insurance
To file a labor insurance claim, download and fill out the appropriate form on the Bureau of Labor Insurance website and submit it to the Personnel Department, which will review the form and attach a seal of approval.
Taichung’s Geography and Climate
Taichung City is located in the heart of Taiwan and serves as an important hub of transportation for people traveling between the northern and southern parts of the island. The weather here is mostly sunny throughout the year. With an average temperature of 23.3 °C (73.9 °F), it has been named Taiwan’s most livable city. July–August are the warmest months and January–February are the coolest. During daytime, the temperature is always warm (and sometimes hot), even in the winter. However, at night in winter, temperatures can drop significantly.
Safety (Smoking/Drinking Laws and Scams)
The minimum legal age for drinking and smoking is 20 in Taiwan, and driving under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited by law. Furthermore, cigarettes and alcoholic beverages are prohibited throughout NCHU.Many international students have fallen victim to scam calls, which are prevalent in Taiwan. As a reminder, do not provide any personal information such as your bank account number, online banking login credentials, date of birth, and even the romanized spelling of your name, as such information can be used to gain control of your bank account. When you receive a call from an unknown caller who claims to be a government, telecom, or bank employee, do not answer any questions or listen to their orders. Your best course of action is to hang up immediately, or ask for their number and report it to the 165 Antifraud Hotline (reachable by cellphones) to see if it is indeed a scam call.
International Collaboration Resources:Overseas Recruitment
NCHU offers a wide range of programs for international students. Whether you are seeking a degree, joint degree, or just an exchange experience, we’ve got you covered. Just note that the application procedures and tuition will vary depending on students’ status. If you do not qualify for a tuition waiver, we provide many scholarships to support your learning journey here at NCHU. For more information, please visit the NCHU Office of International Affairs website.
Experience-Sharing from Former International Students
The University has a collection of articles and videos shared by international students who previously studied at NCHU, through which you can learn about life on campus through the perspective of a fellow student. Some articles and videos are in English while others are in students’ native tongues. Contact us if you are interested in reading/watching these articles/videos.
Events and Activities for International Students
The Office of International Affairs and the International Pioneer Club co-organize welcoming parties, cultural tours, University anniversary parades, commencement tea parties, International Cultural Week, and a wide range of other events and activities to help international students adapt to life on campus, enrich their experience in Taiwan, and foster their relationship with local faculty members and students.
Overseas Studies
NCHU has partner university agreements with multiple foreign institutions that provide NCHU students a wide range of short-term exchange opportunities, reciprocity programs, and scholarships.
Work Permits for International Faculty Members
International faculty members are required to submit a scanned copy of their highest diploma and passport information page (passport must be valid) and an electronic copy of their headshot to the responsible person of their respective department so that the University can request a work permit from the Ministry of Education for such them. If approved, the hiring academic unit must assist the faculty member with securing a visa and alien residence certificate. Please note that visa requirements may vary for individuals of different nationalities, and it is recommended that each unit’s responsible person first consult with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as to whether a prospective faculty member is eligible for a visa. This applies to the appointment of all international full-/part-time faculty members, project faculty members, Ministry of Education Yushan Scholars, and visiting personnel.
Retirement, Pensions, and Extensions of Service
To apply for retirement, faculty members must submit a photocopy of their household registration transcript, postal savings passbook cover, and designated civil service pension account passbook cover; the original copy of their teaching certificate (if certified to teach at multiple levels of education, all valid certificates); and a 1-inch photo.
To apply for survivor’s benefits, the family of the deceased faculty member need to submit the original copy of a death certificate or a household registration transcript indicating the faculty member’s death, the household registration transcript indicating each surviving family member’s right to inheritance, and a transcript of each eligible family member’s individual household registration. A photocopy of the chief beneficiary’s bank account passbook (must be a postal savings account or designated civil service pension account) and proof of burial/cremation are also required.
To request an extension of service, the provisions of the NCHU Directives Governing the Extension of Service by Professors and Associate Professors apply.