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About National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism (NKUHT)

National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism (NKUHT) is the first and only public university in Taiwan that has a distinguished reputation for hospitality and tourism education. NKUHT has been ranked among the world's TOP 50 universities in the QS World University Ranking by Subject of “Hospitality and Leisure Management" 3 years in a row, leaped to 38th in 2023, advanced and remained as the top of Taiwan. NKUHT, established in 1995, located in Kaohsiung City of Taiwan with wide range of degree programs including Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's and Ph.D. Degrees.

In addition to the training of culinary, hospitality service and tourism techniques, the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism emphasizes its degree programs integration with internships, skill competition championships as well as prestige chef demonstrations. Meanwhile, the unique highlight partnership with LE CORDON BLEU which also located in NKUHT on campus. It is also the only university in Taiwan that collaborates with LE CORDON BLEU.

Most of the degree programs at National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism are taught in Mandarin. In the department of Applied Japanese, most of courses are taught in Japanese. There are English-taught programs, such as department of Applied English, the International Ph.D. degree in Tourism Management, 4-Year Undergraduate Bilingual Program in Hotel Management is 70% taught in English, and 4-Years Undergraduate Bilingual Program in Leisure & Recreation Management is 70% taught in English as well. 

Here are 4,437 students and 309 professors on campus currently. NKUHT has more than a hundred international partner universities covering 27 countries. Students frequently engage in international exchange programs as demonstrating a high degree of international mobility. In 2023, 73 students from NKUHT are going to Singapore for their international internships during semesters. Moreover, before the COVID-19 epidemic outbreak period, more than one-fourth of NKUHT students went abroad for internships in 17 countries across 4 continents. Furthermore, 4 core mottos of NKUHT as “Humanity, Professionalism, Entrepreneurship, and Globalization” as fit into "Smart Implementation; Chic Innovation” in daily life upbringing. 

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About National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism (NKUHT)

National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism (NKUHT) is the first and only public university in Taiwan that has a distinguished reputation for hospitality and tourism education. NKUHT has been ranked among the world's TOP 50 universities in the QS World University Ranking by Subject of “Hospitality and Leisure Management" 3 years in a row, leaped to 38th in 2023, advanced and remained as the top of Taiwan. NKUHT, established in 1995, located in Kaohsiung City of Taiwan with wide range of degree programs including Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's and Ph.D. Degrees.

In addition to the training of culinary, hospitality service and tourism techniques, the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism emphasizes its degree programs integration with internships, skill competition championships as well as prestige chef demonstrations. Meanwhile, the unique highlight partnership with LE CORDON BLEU which also located in NKUHT on campus. It is also the only university in Taiwan that collaborates with LE CORDON BLEU.

Most of the degree programs at National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism are taught in Mandarin. In the department of Applied Japanese, most of courses are taught in Japanese. There are English-taught programs, such as department of Applied English, the International Ph.D. degree in Tourism Management, 4-Year Undergraduate Bilingual Program in Hotel Management is 70% taught in English, and 4-Years Undergraduate Bilingual Program in Leisure & Recreation Management is 70% taught in English as well. 

Here are 4,437 students and 309 professors on campus currently. NKUHT has more than a hundred international partner universities covering 27 countries. Students frequently engage in international exchange programs as demonstrating a high degree of international mobility. In 2023, 73 students from NKUHT are going to Singapore for their international internships during semesters. Moreover, before the COVID-19 epidemic outbreak period, more than one-fourth of NKUHT students went abroad for internships in 17 countries across 4 continents. Furthermore, 4 core mottos of NKUHT as “Humanity, Professionalism, Entrepreneurship, and Globalization” as fit into "Smart Implementation; Chic Innovation” in daily life upbringing. 

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Available programs

National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism offers 13 undergraduate courses in the following:

School of Hospitality Management
Department of Hotel Management
Department of Food and Beverage Management
Department of Hospitality
M.I.C.E. Marketing Management

School of Tourism
Department of Travel Management
Department of Airline and Transport Service Management
Department of Leisure, Recreation and Tourism Management

School of Culinary Arts
Department of Chinese Culinary Arts
Department of Western Culinary Arts
Department of Baking Technology and Management

International College
Department of Applied English
Department of Applied Japanese
International Bachelor Program in Tourism Management
International Bachelor’s Program of Culinary Arts

National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism offers five postgraduate courses in the following:

  • Graduate Institute of Hospitality
  • Graduate Institute of Tourism Management
  • Graduate Institute of Food Culture and Innovation
  • The International Master's Program of Tourism and Hospitality
  • Graduate Institute of Tourism Management for Doctor of Philosophy

University information

If you’re an international student who’s interested in studying at the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism, you will need to submit the following documents:

  •  Two copies of the completed admission application form
  • Photocopy of educational qualification, verified by a ROC overseas representative office or local authentication agencies
  •   One photocopy of the official transcript, verified by a ROC overseas representative office or local authentication agencies
  • Financial statement and financial guarantee statement, verified by a ROC representative office
  • Photocopy of passport or other proof of nationality
  • Study plan
  • TOCFL test, SAT Subject Test in Chinese with listening result
  • Photocopy of supporting proof of English proficiency

Please note, you will be required to pay a fee to obtain the Alien Resident Certificate.

For more information about VISA / ARC (Alien Resident Certificate).

Scholarships are also available for home and international students across all degree levels. These can be awarded for outstanding academic performance and financial-need.

For more information about scholarships at NKUHT, please click here.


National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism’s sole campus offers a wide range of outstanding services and facilities, including its pioneering professional classrooms where students can put theory into practice:

  • Boeing B747-400 aircraft mock-up room
  • B747-400 first class/business class cabin service trainer
  • Boeing 737-NG fixed flight simulator
  • Resort club and casino classroom
  • Culinary culture education exhibit 
  • High-tech research and development laboratory
  • Chocolate/sugar pulling classroom and appreciation bakery
  • 3D situational navigation system professional classroom
  • Production and learning travel agency
  • Professional wine tasting classroom
  • Global tourism distribution and sale system education center
  • Aroma training classroom/wine cellar


Other services and facilities include:

Academic Affairs Office
General Affairs Office
Student Affairs Office
Physical Education and Health Center
Language Center

General English and Mandarin courses are taught according to student’s language level

International Affairs Office

  • Provides international students with new entrant handbooks and assistant staff contact information
  • Aides international students with visa applications
  • Assists other offices and departments to accommodate international students and enrolment of new entrants
  • Picks up and provides guidance to international students from the airport, bus/MRT stations
  • International Student Club helps new international students settle in
  • Assists new international students with completing the enrolment procedure

Organizes a bilingual seminar in Mandarin and English for new international students

Counselling and assistance

National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism has its very own professional student counselling team who provide mental health education classes, offer professional counselling, as well as several other services.
In addition, the university closely monitors students’ attendance and grades in order to assist with their learning progress. There is an advisor supervision system where teaching staff can review students’ academic performance and develop a teaching plan to help with the students’ learning and offer additional support should they need it.
In addition, students who undertake an internship out of school will receive visits from academic advisors to monitor their progress. Students will need to keep weekly journals and submit a report after they complete their internship.

Special services are also available for international students.


Student life

Kaohsiung City itself is a vibrant metropolis, characterized by its friendly people and safe society. With its fancy malls, restaurants and cultural events, Kaohsiung is a fascinating place to both visit and live whilst it also offers a wide range of opportunities and activities for students to enjoy.

The city offers excellent public transport links and is only a 10 minute drive from Kaohsiung international airport.   

Due to the regulating effects of the marine climate, Kaohsiung is generally sunny and enjoys pleasant weather year-round.

When it comes to student life at NKUGT, it’s a truly international experience. Approximately 5 percent of students are international, representing a multitude of countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Korea, Japan, Australia, France, Paraguay, the US, Thailand, Czech, Vietnam, Philippines, and Singapore.

Students have access to over 50 student clubs, such as:

  • Community Service Club
  • Association of Campus Ambassador
  • ISA International Student Club
  • Buddhists Club
  • Tea Arts Club
  • Handcraft Club
  • Board Game Club
  • Outstanding Leadership Club
  • Dance Club
  • Music Club
  • Street Dance Club
  • Ukulele Club
  • Guitar Club
  • Tennis Club
  • Table Tennis Club
  • Jogging Club
  • Basketball Club

    … and many more! There are also other popular activities such as parties for homestay families or multi-cultural experience and training courses, celebration events for international days on campus, as well as the first-year student volleyball game.


Student accommodation

Students have the option to live either on- or off-campus. The National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism has its very own on-campus student accommodation which offers safe, convenient and comfortable living. Plus, it’s only a five minute walk from the university campus, so there’s no need to worry about being late!

All first-year students are required to live on-campus during the first year of their studies, allowing them to become more easily acquainted with the campus and the city. It’s also a good way of making new friends!

Students who live in the NKUHT student accommodation have access to a number of amenities, including freshwater dispensers, a laundry room, and a local convenient store that’s located on the ground floor.


Within few months of graduating, 85.9 percent of NKUHT graduates were in employment. The other 14.1 percent were enrolled in further education, or in military service.

To prepare for the international job market as talented and qualified graduates, the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism offers students the opportunity to attend and take part in career fairs, as well as domestic and overseas internships which provide students with real-life work experience in the hospitality and tourism industries.


Alumni network

Students can be part of a truly international alumni network that can take them to all four corners of the globe.  


Career seminars

The National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism regularly organizes career expositions and industrial recruitment seminars for graduating students in order to support students in their career development. In addition to career support and employment seminars, industrial lecturers, experts and alumni are invited to share their experiences with current students. Students will then receive support to help build their own careers.


e-Portfolio platform

The university has established the e-Portfolio platform, on which every student can keep a record of personal learning until graduation. From the personal portfolio, students can review their strength and weakness, and gradually work to find their career position. This platform will help them easily write up resumes, and create and market their personal image.

Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Rankings & ratings

National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism (NKUHT) is one of the top universities in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan. It is ranked #38 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2024.

QS WUR Ranking By Subject

  • 2021
    #=50
  • 2022
    #49
  • 2023
    #38
  • 2024
    #38

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FAQs

Apply online and submit the required documents as PDF or JPG files by uploading the system: https://examstd.nkuht.edu.tw/EnrollSTDFS/
Hard copies are not required to be mailed.

1. Complete application form online (automatically brought out by the system).


2. One Photocopy of the education qualification verified by an ROC overseas representative office.


3. One photocopy of the official transcript verified by and ROC overseas representative office


4. One copy each of Financial Statement and Financial Guarantee 


5. One Photocopy of passport or other proof of nationality 


6. One Copy of study plan


7. One Copy of either the “TOCFL certificate” by the Steering Committee for the Test of Proficiency – Huaya, “SAT Subject Test in Chinese with Listening result” or other Chinese language result or proof (optional).


8. One photocopy of proof of English Proficiency (applicable to International Bachelor Program in Tourism Management and International Bachelor Program in Chinese Culinary Arts)


9. Other required Documents please refer to NKUHT admission guidelines for foreign students.

For more: https://international.nkuht.edu.tw/?Lang=en

NKUHT Scholarship


There are scholarships for undergraduate students, Master Program students, and Ph.D. students.

Applicants can apply for it during the admission application process.


For undergraduate students, there are 3 kinds of scholarships:

(1) Tuition and miscellaneous fees waived.

(2) Half of tuition and miscellaneous fees waived.

(3) Dormitory fees waived. The maximum duration is for 4 years.

(4) Teaching Assistantship


For Master students, there are 2 kinds of scholarships:

(1) Tuition, miscellaneous fees and credit fees waived.

(2) Tuition and miscellaneous fees waived. The maximum duration is for 2 years.

(3) Teaching Assistantship


For Ph.D. students there are 2 kinds of scholarships:

(1) Tuition, miscellaneous fees, credit fees and dormitory fees waived. 

(2) Tuition and miscellaneous fees waived. The maximum duration is for 3 years.

(3) Teaching Assistantship


*Scholarship specifications and regulations are subject to change. 


For more: 

international.nkuht.edu.tw

VISA information

International students should obtain a student visa or entry permit at a Taiwan overseas representative office before coming to Taiwan. Two kinds of visas are available: visitor visa and resident visa. For the latest visa information, please visit the Taiwan Representative Office or Embassy in your country or check the following website:

Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China

boca.gov.tw


(1) Visitor visa

International students with valid passports or other legal documents who intend to stay for no more than six months in Taiwan can apply for a visitor visa.


(2) Resident visa

International students with valid passports or other legal documents who intend to stay for longer than six months in Taiwan can apply for a resident visa.


For More:

https://international.nkuht.edu.tw/p/404-1045-7371.php?Lang=en

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