Econometrics

Econometrics at National Tsing Hua University offers a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum designed to equip students with the analytical and quantitative skills necessary to understand and solve complex economic problems through statistical and mathematical methods. The program emphasizes the development of both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in econometric modeling, data analysis, and empirical research, preparing graduates for careers in academia, government, research institutions, finance, and industry. Students will explore foundational topics such as probability theory, statistical inference, and regression analysis, alongside advanced subjects like time series analysis, panel data econometrics, and machine learning techniques relevant to economic data. The curriculum incorporates a variety of coursework, projects, and seminars that foster critical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and proficiency in using software tools like Stata, R, and Python for data analysis. Throughout their studies, students will engage with real-world economic datasets, participate in research activities, and collaborate with faculty on innovative projects that address current economic challenges. The program is designed to cultivate a strong analytical mindset, quantitative literacy, and research skills essential for interpreting economic phenomena and informing policy decisions. Graduates of the Econometrics program will be well-prepared to pursue advanced degrees or enter professional fields where data-driven decision-making is vital. The faculty members are experts in their respective fields, committed to maintaining high academic standards and fostering an innovative learning environment. The program also emphasizes ethical considerations in research and promotes interdisciplinary approaches, connecting econometrics with finance, public policy, and other social sciences. Students will benefit from the university’s excellent facilities, vibrant academic community, and strategic location in Taiwan’s technological and economic hub, providing ample opportunities for internships, industry collaborations, and international exchanges. Overall, the Econometrics program at National Tsing Hua University aims to develop highly skilled professionals capable of addressing pressing economic issues through quantitative methods and empirical research, contributing to the advancement of economic knowledge and societal well-being.

Required Courses (21 credits)

• Microeconomic Analysis-3 credits
• Macroeconomic Analysis I-3 credits
• Econometrics I-3 credits
• Seminar on Microeconomics-3 credits
• Seminar on Macroeconomics-3 credits
• Topics in Econometrics-3 credits
• Seminar-3 credits

Elective courses offered by the Department of the Economics  (12 credits)

Course information is announced at the website of the Division of Curriculum

• Teaching Practice (0 credits)
• Dissertation (0 credits)

• An application form online application
• A photocopy of diploma in English and Chinese
• Applicants for bachelor degree programs must provide a photocopy of their high school diploma.
  Applicants for master degree programs must provide a photocopy of their bachelor degree diploma.
  Applicants for doctoral degree programs must provide a photocopy of their master degree diploma.
• Official transcripts in English or Chinese
• Proof of English and Chinese proficiency
• Autobiography in English
• A study plan 
  Please provide a concise study plan with a maximum of three pages. In the study plan, applicants are encouraged to describe their motivation for choosing NTHU, and for choosing the specific department or program that they are applying. For graduate students, potential contribution to the department and research interests may also be included.
• Two recommendation letters 
  Letters of recommendation are preferably from faculty members capable of evaluating the applicant’s academic qualifications and research potential.
• Financial certificate
  All applicants are required to provide a financial statement issued by a financial institution showing their financial sustainability (minimum US$ 4,000) for study in Taiwan, or a certificate of scholarship. If the submitted financial statement is not under the name of the applicant, then the applicant’s sponsor(s) must provide an affidavit indicating their relationship to the applicant and their intent to provide financial support throughout his/her period of study.
• Declaration form
  Print out the declaration form and sign at the bottom after reading it thoroughly. If applicable, we may ask the applicant to submit a copy of statement of travel record, or their Forfeited Nationality Permit Certificate issued by Ministry of the Interior and Non-Household Registration Declaration.
• Verification of nationality
  Applicants must provide a copy of their passport or some other acceptable verification of their nationality.

NTHU International Student Scholarship

● Doctoral. students: NT$ 10,000  per month
● Master Students: NT$ 5,000 per month
● Bachelor students: NT$ 5,000 per month
● tuition waived

Taiwan Scholarship

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
●  NT$ 30,000 per month (no tuition waiver)
Ministry of Science and Technology
●  NT$ 30,000 per month (no tuition waiver)
Ministry of Education
● Doctoral students: NT$ 20,000 per month 
● Master's students: NT$ 20,000 per month  
● Bachelor students: NT$ 15,000 per month
(tuition waived)

Additional Costs:

• Student Insurance Fee TWD 138 (per semester)
• National Health Insurance Fee TWD 749 (per month)
• Internet User Fee TWD 1,000 (per semester)
• Admitted undergraduate and graduate students may obtain a room shared with 1, 2 or 4 students. The dormitory expense is about TWD 16,170 to 27,800 for a single room, TWD10,170 to 16,600 for a 2-bed room and TWD 6,370 to 9,250 for a 4-bed room per semester.