International Degree-seeking Students
- Publish Date:2026-08-31
- Update Date:2026-10-02
- Units:Department of Dentistry
International Degree-seeking Students
Master of Science (M.Sc.) | Ph.D. program
The Department of Dentistry welcomes applications from international students for our Master's and Doctoral programs.
Program Overview
Degree Awarded: Master of Science (M.Sc.) | Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Institution: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU), merging the strengths of the former National Yang-Ming University and National Chiao Tung University.
Core Philosophy: Integrating foundational medical sciences with advanced dental technologies, fostering critical thinking, and promoting global health perspectives.
Curriculum & Academic Structure
Small-Group Discussions: Courses heavily feature interactive, seminar-style small-group discussions led by experienced faculty and clinical mentors from affiliated medical centers like Taipei Veterans General Hospital.
English-Taught Seminars: Specialized seminar courses are conducted in English to boost international mobility and global academic competence.
Research & Clinical Integration: Students bridge the gap between bench research and clinical practice, identifying real-world dental challenges and exploring modern solutions.
Facts: Since 2007, 13 students from the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam have been awarded M.Sc. or Ph.D. degrees.
Research Focus & Innovation
Advanced Fields: The department emphasizes digital dentistry, CAD-CAM technologies, 3D printing in dentistry, digital occlusion, oral function and neuroscience, and novel treatments for facial pain.
Global Recognition: Faculty and graduate students regularly present award-winning studies at major international conferences (such as Biomaterials International and international oral surgery associations).
International Collaborations: The college maintains active partnerships and joint laboratories with renowned institutions globally, including agreements with Japanese and Western universities.
Please see the OIA website for more information on the potential supervisors of international students.
Admissions
For detailed information on admission requirements, application timelines, required documents, and procedures, please visit NYCU's Office of International Affairs (OIA) website.
Academic Regulations Handbook for Graduate Students
(Chinese version and unofficial English version) (see below Related File)
Master of Science (M.Sc.) | Ph.D. program
The Department of Dentistry welcomes applications from international students for our Master's and Doctoral programs.
Program Overview
Degree Awarded: Master of Science (M.Sc.) | Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Institution: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU), merging the strengths of the former National Yang-Ming University and National Chiao Tung University.
Core Philosophy: Integrating foundational medical sciences with advanced dental technologies, fostering critical thinking, and promoting global health perspectives.
Curriculum & Academic Structure
Small-Group Discussions: Courses heavily feature interactive, seminar-style small-group discussions led by experienced faculty and clinical mentors from affiliated medical centers like Taipei Veterans General Hospital.
English-Taught Seminars: Specialized seminar courses are conducted in English to boost international mobility and global academic competence.
Research & Clinical Integration: Students bridge the gap between bench research and clinical practice, identifying real-world dental challenges and exploring modern solutions.
Facts: Since 2007, 13 students from the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam have been awarded M.Sc. or Ph.D. degrees.
Research Focus & Innovation
Advanced Fields: The department emphasizes digital dentistry, CAD-CAM technologies, 3D printing in dentistry, digital occlusion, oral function and neuroscience, and novel treatments for facial pain.
Global Recognition: Faculty and graduate students regularly present award-winning studies at major international conferences (such as Biomaterials International and international oral surgery associations).
International Collaborations: The college maintains active partnerships and joint laboratories with renowned institutions globally, including agreements with Japanese and Western universities.
Please see the OIA website for more information on the potential supervisors of international students.
Admissions
For detailed information on admission requirements, application timelines, required documents, and procedures, please visit NYCU's Office of International Affairs (OIA) website.
Academic Regulations Handbook for Graduate Students
(Chinese version and unofficial English version) (see below Related File)
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