About IDAS The International Doctoral Program in Asia-Pacific Studies (IDAS) at National Chengchi University, located in northern Taiwan, is the first to offer an English-taught doctoral program in Asia-Pacific Studies in Taiwan. The IDAS program brings an interdisciplinary understanding of the Asia-Pacific region and offers students courses and research related to many aspects of the region.

Starting Fall 2011, we now offer four tracks–political economy, socio-cultural research, public governance, and international relations–that take advantage of NCCU’s excellent academic talent as one of Asia’s top universities. This program focuses on training profes-This program focuses on training profes-sionals and places an emphasis on the combination of theory and practical research.

For students who want to broaden their horizons and stretch their boundaries, we offer an essential learning environment to equip students with well-rounded research skills and enhance their professional abilities. We are part of NCCU’s College of Social Sciences, and draw on English-speaking faculty throughout the cam-pus. We also offer the opportunity for students to study abroad, and those who come to NCCU can also take advantage of our excellent language center for learning Mandarin.

“Welcome to IDAS! This brochure gives a synopsis of essential program information, which I hope you find useful. Please contact us at idas@nccu.edu.tw .”

– The Director

The Program Our comprehensive, Asia-Pacific Studies program involves :

• A minimum of 30 credit hours and specializa-tion (see curriculum below)

• A Qualifying Exam after coursework• Publishing or presenting at least one academic

paper (in English) related to your dissertation in a national or international journal with an official anonymous peer review system

• A dissertation of original research • Completing all requirements within 7 years,

excluding 2 years for an approved sabbatical

International Doctoral Program in Asia-Pacific Studies

Curriculum Track1: Political Economy Track 2: Social & Culture Track3: Public Governance Track4: International

Relations

Five (5) Elective Courses

(examples)

Independent Study Independent Study Independent Study Independent Study

Economic Analysis

Seminar on Industrial Development in East Asia

Other

Culture,Gender and Development in Asia

Science, Technology and Society

International Images and Global Communication

Political Development and Governance in Asia-Pacific

Civil Society and Citizen Participation in Asia-Pacific

Asia-Pacific Security

International Political Economic Studies

Cross-strait Relations and the US-China-Taiwan Interactions

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Asian Economic Development

Development and Culture in a Global Context

Public Policy Governance in Asia-Pacific

Regionalism and Southeast Asia

Asian Political Economy Cultures and Societies in a Changing World

Public Management in Asia-Pacific *Theories of International and Regional Relations

Additional Tool Course choose at least 1

IR Methods / Program Evaluation / Qualitative Methods / Statistics / Advanced Statistics /Methodology of Social Science / Policy Analysis

Foundation Courses (2)

Research Methods

Asia-Pacific Regional Development

National Chengchi University

ScholarshipsTaiwan ScholarshipScholarships in the amount of NT$30,000 per month will be provided to qualified foreign students who want to pursue their Doctoral degrees at universities in Taiwan.Visit the Ministry of Education’s website for details.http://www.edu.tw (Click on ‘English’)

International New Student ScholarshipNew degree-seeking international students who are not recipients of other government scholarships are eligible for the Scholarship for New International Students. Please visit the website of the Office of International Cooperation at NCCU for details.http://oic.nccu.edu.tw/english/news.php

IDAS ScholarshipThe purpose of the scholarship is to recognize and reward individuals who have achieved academic excel-lence. It encourages students to apply for and remain in the IDAS program. The number and amount of awards will vary from year to year. Please visit the IDAS website for details. http://www.idas.nccu.edu.tw

IDAS FacultyEvan BermanDirector, IDAS Distinguished ProfessorPhD, Public Policy, The George Washington University , USA w International Public Administrationw Governancew Leadership and Performance w Human Resources Management

Ping-yin KuanDirector, IMASCoordinator, Social-Cultural IDAS Track Department of SociologyPhD, Sociology, University of Virginia, USA w Sociology of Educationw Social Stratificationw Research Methodology/Statistics

Fu-kuo LiuInstitute of International RelationsCoordinator, International Relations IDAS Track PhD, Politics, University of Hull, UK w Regional Security in the Asia-Pacificw South China Sea and Regional Securityw The Development of Regionalism in the Asian Pacific Area

Ching-Ping Tang Coordinator, Political Economy IDAS Track Associate Dean, NCCU College of Social Sciences PhD, Public Administration, University of Southern California, USA w Democratizationw Technology Policyw Community Development in the Asian Pacific Area

Don-Yun Chen Coordinator, Public Governance IDAS Track PhD, Political Science, University of Rochester, USA w E-governmentw Bureaucratic Politicsw Citizen Participation and Democracy

Mei-Chuan WeiGraduate Institute of Development Studies PhD, Department of Government, London School of Economics and Political Science, UKw Politics and Historyw Political Culture

Tsung-Jen Shih International Master’s Program in International Communication Studies (IMICS)PhD, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Wisconsin-Madisonw Internet and Civic Lifew Culture and Public Opinion on Scientific Issuesw Data Analysis in Communication Studies

David Scott AckermanInternational Master’s Program in International Communication Studies (IMICS)PhD, Marketing and Consumer Behavior, University of Southern California, USA w Consumer Behaviorw Marketing and Maintaining Research in Social Influencew Cross-Cultural Research

Yuang-Kuang KaoGraduate Institute of Development Studies PhD, Political Science, National Chengchi University, Taiwanw Methodology of Social Science w Comparative Political Institutions w Local Government and Autonomyw Political Development

… and other faculty who teach in our program!

College of Social Sciences

NCCU Facts- Dedicated to social sciences, international relations, communication, business, law, education, languages.- About 16,000 students- About 1,000 international students - About 650 faculty members - Big, wooded campus, 15 minutes from downtown Please visit: http://www.nccu.edu.tw/english/ Also: http://oic.nccu.edu.tw/international/en/

Student Organization and Activities The Asia Pacific Studies Association (APSA) was established in December 2008 by students of Asia Pacific Studies at National Chengchi University. The association is devoted to knowledge exchange among students and scholars of regional studies in multiple disci-plines. Students from all over the world come here for our program and are a significant international presence at academic events as well as extra-curricular activities. NCCU offers many student activities and dedicated support services for international students. See also NCCU International Association at:http://nccuinternational.wordpress.com

Admission Requirements1. Application form2. Autobiography3. Research Plan4. Master’s Thesis or other sample of writing 5. Official transcripts of Master’s degree 6. Two letters of recommendation 7. Photocopy of TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC scores within two years. (Optional for those who have earned graduate degrees in English-speaking countries.)8. Personal honor or other record of award

* For more information, please visit:The Office of International Cooperation (in English): http://oic.nccu.edu.tw/english/admission/index.phpThe Office of Academic Affairs (for Taiwan Citizens): http://www.nccu.edu.tw/admissions

* To Apply: use the above links, or contact us at the IDAS Program, idas@nccu.edu.tw (Ms. Angel Li).

Contact Us12F, North Wing, General Building of CollegesNo. 64, Section 2, Zhi-nan Rd., Wenshan DistrictTaipei City 11605, Taiwan (ROC)Tel: +886-2-2939-3091 ext. 51278Fax: +886-2-2938-7449E-mail: idas@nccu.edu.twPlease visit the IDAS website for more information.http://www.idas.nccu.edu.tw

Estimated Tuition and FeesProgram Costs (per academic year)Tuition (based on 15 credit hours) NT$ 45,750Incidental Fee NT$ 49,200Subtotal NT$ 94,950

Other Costs (per academic year) Approximate AmountHealth Insurance NT$8,300IT Facilities Fee NT$1250 Campus Housing (if necessary) NT$29,000Living Expenses NT$120,000Subtotal NT$158,550

Total (per year) NT$253,500

Approximately US$7,681 (per academic year/based on US$1:NT$33)Tuition, fees and expenses are subject to change and annual adjustment. *Credit fee is pending for the adjustment

National Chengchi University

PhD in Asia-Pacific Studies