Traditional temples stand alongside high-rise buildings and modern boutiques. Taichung, where Tunghai University is located, has a population of about half a million people and lies 62 miles south of Taipei. The University of Massachusetts conducts semester and year-long exchange programs focusing on Chinese language studies at Tunghai University. All courses are taught in Chinese by the faculty of Tunghai University. Courses Taught in Chinese, courses are offered in Chinese language and culture, and range from composition and newspaper readings to calligraphy.
Students also have the option of taking a two-credit independent study course.
All courses are taught by the staff of the Chinese Language Center. The program accepts current undergraduates in good academic standing. Credits Most students earn 15 undergraduate semester credits each semester. Local Arrangements Students are housed in dormitories on the campus with Chinese roommates. Extra-curricular activities organized by the Tunghai students are available and the faculty act as academic advisers.