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- Publish Date：2024-01-25
Surging Interest in AI Information Science Cluster Fuels Master’s Program Applications at NYCU
Spike in Applications for Computer Science Master's Programs at NYCU; 5.56% Admission Rate Highlights Fierce Competition.
(Photo taken at the College of Computer Science, Chiaotung Campus)
(Photo taken at the College of Computer Science, Chiaotung Campus)
Translated by Professor Haydn Chen
Edited by Yen-Chien Lai
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Edited by Yen-Chien Lai
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The National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) has experienced significant growth in enrollment for its master's programs, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) information science. The latest admissions activities demonstrate a notable increase in interest across various disciplines, highlighting the robust demand within the academic community and NYCU's leading position in this field.
Concurrently, NYCU is proactively addressing emerging trends in the artificial intelligence technology industry by announcing the establishment of a branch in Kaohsiung. Starting in 2025, the university will admit master's and doctoral students specializing in semiconductor and artificial intelligence industries to meet the expanding talent demands.
NYCU Master's Program Admissions Growth: Remarkable Expansion and Industry Insights
Concurrently, NYCU is proactively addressing emerging trends in the artificial intelligence technology industry by announcing the establishment of a branch in Kaohsiung. Starting in 2025, the university will admit master's and doctoral students specializing in semiconductor and artificial intelligence industries to meet the expanding talent demands.
NYCU Master's Program Admissions Growth: Remarkable Expansion and Industry Insights
Professor Yong-Sheng Chen, the Vice President of Academic Affairs at NYCU, explained that the two-stage admission process for the master's program has demonstrated impressive growth, including electrical engineering, electronics, electrical control, computer science, intelligent systems, and frontier semiconductor research institutes. The first stage involving applications experienced a 12% increase, solidifying NYCU's standing as a leading institution in Taiwan. The second stage, the entrance examination, witnessed an even more substantial growth of 15.66%. Notably, the field of computer science stood out with a highly competitive admission rate of only 5.56%.
NYCU engaging in open-loop lifelong learning
Professor Jyh-Cheng Chen, Dean of the College of Computer Science at NYCU, expressed satisfaction with the robust admission standards. He emphasized that the diversity of the information technology field encompasses areas that require a solid foundation in mathematics, while others demand hands-on skills. Beyond technical expertise, a passion for learning new things is crucial. NYCU's information technology faculty boasts the most prominent faculty in the country, covering various research directions. This ensures that students can find the most suitable direction for their coursework or research guidance.
NYCU Expands Presence to Kaohsiung, Offering Advanced Programs in Semiconductor and AI Industries
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a new trend in the technology industry, attracting numerous young students to pursue careers in information electronics and the semiconductor field. On January 2, 2024, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) and the Kaohsiung City Government jointly announced the establishment of a branch in Kaohsiung. This branch will admit master's and doctoral students specializing in the semiconductor and AI industries to provide high-level talent for Kaohsiung's semiconductor and AI sectors. Enrollment is expected to begin in 2025.
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a new trend in the technology industry, attracting numerous young students to pursue careers in information electronics and the semiconductor field. On January 2, 2024, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) and the Kaohsiung City Government jointly announced the establishment of a branch in Kaohsiung. This branch will admit master's and doctoral students specializing in the semiconductor and AI industries to provide high-level talent for Kaohsiung's semiconductor and AI sectors. Enrollment is expected to begin in 2025.
The Kaohsiung City Government and NYCU jointly held a press conference to officially announce the commencement of the establishment of the Kaohsiung branch. Mayor Chi-mai Chen, NYCU President Chi-hung Lin, and Chairman Stan Shih attended the event. (Photo from Kaohsiung City Government)
Mayor Chi-mai Chen expressed gratitude for NYCU's willingness to establish a branch in Kaohsiung. He emphasized the significant benefits this move will bring to industries such as semiconductors and AI, particularly in talent cultivation, industrial innovation, and collaboration between academia and industry. Mayor Chen also highlighted the strategic location of the branch near the Zuoying High-Speed Rail Station, which will contribute to attracting international industrial collaborations.
NYCU President Chi-hung Lin stated that despite the university's location in northern Taiwan, the Kaohsiung branch, in collaboration with the existing Tainan campus, demonstrates that geographical boundaries do not constrain talent cultivation. He emphasized the branch's proximity to the Nanzih Industrial Park, providing advantages for industry-academia collaboration. The Kaohsiung branch aims to establish units for enrollment and teaching and leverage alums and corporate resources, hoping to replicate the successful experiences of the Hsinchu Science Park in southern Taiwan.
The Kaohsiung branch will establish the Industry-Academia Co-Creation Talent College and an Industry-Academia Joint Research and Development Center to enhance collaborative value creation with industries. These initiatives will focus on cultivating high-level talent in AI, the semiconductor industry, and the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) fields, actively promoting collaboration between academia and industry.
