Study at University of Taipei (UT)

• Name : University of Taipei (UT; 臺北市立大學)

• Type : Public university under the Taipei City Government

• Founded : August 2013 by the merger of Taipei Municipal University of Education and Taipei Physical Education College

• Campuses : Two main campuses

• Bo’ai (Zhongzheng District)

• Tianmu (Shilin District)

These are the “best parts” that make UT stand out:

• Focused Academic Strengths
  UT has strong programs in education, physical education / sports sciences, urban management, public health, visual arts, and language instruction. Because one of its precursor institutions was a Physical Education College, athletic and sport sciences are strong suits.
  
• Strategic Location & Dual Campuses
  Located fully in Taipei, the Bo’ai campus is more central; the Tianmu campus is more residential but still well-connected. Being in the capital gives access to government institutions, cultural resources, museums, parks, and job / internship possibilities.
  
• Small to Medium University Size
  With ~7,500 students, UT is not huge—this means possibly smaller class sizes, more personalized attention, and easier opportunity to engage with faculty, as compared to large mega-universities.
  
• Public & Local Governance
  Since it's under Taipei City Government, the university tends to have strong ties to local policies, city planning, education systems etc. This may be helpful if you’re interested in urban studies, teaching, public affairs, etc.

What daily life is likely to be like as a student at UT:

• Cost of Living & Housing
  Dorm rooms : Bo’ai (6-bed rooms) and Tianmu (4- or 6-bed rooms) ‒ Bo’ai tends to be cheaper; Tianmu more expensive.
  Living in Taipei : food, transportation, entertainment are more expensive than in smaller cities, but there are many affordable options. Shared housing / student dormitories help.
  
• Campus Atmosphere & Facilities
  UT’s campuses are urban and have good access to city amenities. The two campuses likely offer standard facilities (classrooms, labs, sports facilities especially in physical education / kinesiology departments), arts & humanities spaces etc.
  
• Academic & Social Culture
  Students would be involved in coursework, perhaps internships in Taipei, project work. Given UT’s strengths, there’s likely to be emphasis on education, public affairs, urban development, sports sciences etc. Clubs, student government, cultural groups exist as in other Taiwanese universities.
  
• Transportation & Access
  Very good public transport connectivity because you are in Taipei. The Bo’ai campus is within walking distance from Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall Station, etc. Tianmu is also accessible by MRT / buses.
  
• Language
  Many courses are in Mandarin / Chinese. For international students, there may be Chinese Learning Center / Mandarin courses; some courses or programs might be offered in English, but it depends on department.