Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
Department English requirements (Spring 2027)
From NTHU's Spring 2027 application guidelines for international degree programmes:
| Programme | IELTS | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Power Mechanical Engineering, master's | Above 6.5 | TOEFL iBT above 79; TOEIC over 800 |
| Bioinformatics and Structural Biology, PhD | More than 6.0 | TOEFL iBT over 79; TOEIC over 750 |
| Interdisciplinary Neuroscience (international PhD) | More than 6.0 | TOEFL iBT over 79; TOEIC over 750 |
| Information Systems and Applications, master's | More than 6.0 | TOEFL iBT over 79; TOEIC over 750 |
| Power Mechanical Engineering, bachelor's | English proof (degree-in-English statement alone not accepted) | Mandarin: TOCFL Level 4 only |
Language of instruction varies
The guidelines colour-code each department by how much it teaches in English, from programmes with enough English courses to graduate to programmes taught fully in Chinese. Some departments also ask for Mandarin proof, so check both language requirements for your programme.
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Dates and how to check
The Spring 2027 international degree admission ran from 3 August to 30 September 2026. Read the guideline entry for your department before booking a test, and contact itc@my.nthu.edu.tw with questions.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your NTHU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
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Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for NTHU?+
It depends on the department. Spring 2027 examples range from above 6.0 to above 6.5.
Does NTHU accept TOEIC?+
Yes, several departments list TOEIC, for example over 750 or over 800.
Do I need Chinese for NTHU?+
Some programmes need Mandarin proof; the Power Mechanical Engineering bachelor's accepts only TOCFL Level 4.
Is an English-medium degree statement enough for NTHU?+
Not for every department. Power Mechanical Engineering says a statement alone is not acceptable.
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Guide updated on 29 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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