College of Human Ecology | Taipei Campus
🏠 College of Human Ecology | Elevating Quality of Life and Cultivating Expertise in Life Sciences
Established in 1997, the College of Human Ecology at Shih Chien University is dedicated to enhancing human quality of life and nurturing professional talent. Located on the conveniently accessible Taipei Campus, the college comprises five departments and seven graduate institutes, providing international students with comprehensive professional training and globalized learning resources.
🍳 Department of Food and Beverage Management
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Dual-Track Development: Divided into the "Culinary Arts Division" (Western/Chinese cuisine, baking, and entrepreneurship) and the "Hospitality Management Division" (hotel management, marketing, and smart technology).
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Highly Internationalized: Seniors can choose to undertake internships or dual-degree programs at sister schools in France, Italy, Spain, or Japan.
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English-Taught Courses: Courses such as French Cuisine are taught entirely in English by foreign instructors with executive chef experience, creating a highly welcoming environment for international students.
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Practical Training: Features an on-campus student internship café and regularly invites international hotel executive chefs to provide hands-on guidance.
🎵 Department of Music
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Premier Performance Stages: Home to a fully-formed Symphony Orchestra (with over 80 members), Wind Band, and Choir.
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Master-Level Collaborations: Every academic year, students have the opportunity to perform at Taiwan's premier arts venue, the "National Concert Hall," and collaborate with renowned conductors and pianists from the US, Germany, Japan, and beyond.
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Overseas Tours: The orchestra is frequently invited to perform on international tours in Austria, Germany, and Tokyo, Japan.
👶 Department of Family Studies and Child Development
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Lifelong Holistic Care: Cultivates professionals dedicated to serving families, young children, and the elderly, with a strong emphasis on social care.
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Comprehensive Academic Pathways: Offers Master's programs in Family Counseling, Senior Family Services, and Psychoanalysis.
🤝 Department of Social Work
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Rigorous Internship System: Features meticulously planned mid-term and summer internships in deep collaboration with major social welfare organizations.
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Integration of Theory and Practice: Ensures students can practically apply theoretical knowledge to social care and helping professions.
🔬 Department of Food Science, Nutrition, and Nutraceutical Biotechnology
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Professional Scientific Application: Focuses on food safety, nutrition, and nutraceutical biotechnology, extending professional knowledge into community practice projects.
🌏 Exclusive Resources for International Students
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Interdisciplinary Micro-Programs: Encourages flexible combinations of professional skills by offering diverse micro-programs such as "Life Aesthetics," "Senior Care and Industry," and "Early Childhood English Teaching."
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Massive Sister School Network: USC boasts approximately 310 international sister schools. Upon enrollment, international students can also apply for semester exchanges, 2+2 dual bachelor's, or 3+2 bachelor's/master's programs abroad.
