Topic 1: Major Change, Double Major, Minors, Certificates of Course Completion, Direct PhD, Pre-Master’s Program

  • How do I change my major?

    1)   Students can find the major change application period in the academic calendar, and should apply to the desired department in a timely manner.
    2)   Please see [National Taiwan Normal University Student Major Change Process (Full-Time Students)]
    3)   Major changes are not available for continuing education program students.

  • How many double majors, minors, or pre-admission programs can I apply for?

    To avoid the waste of learning resources, students may pursue only one program (double major, minor, or pre-admission) from a single department during their studies. However, students may still obtain recognition for one double major and two minors upon completion of the required courses.

  • Can I count credits from my double major or minor as part of my free electives requirement?

    Yes, you can count the completed credits toward the free electives requirement.

  • How should I apply for a certificate of credit program after completing the required credits?

    1) Please download the “Course Certificate Application,” and submit it to the Academic Counseling Office for qualification review. Once you pass the review, the certificate will be issued from the Office of Academic Affairs.
    2) Your first certificate of credit program (Chinese-English version) is for free. Replacements for any reason (lost, damaged, due to personal information changes, etc.) will charge NTD$100.

  • How do I apply for a doctoral program without a master’s degree (direct admission into Ph.D. programs)?

    Applicants interested in direct admission to a doctoral program should submit an application to their department or institute. For the application period, please refer to: https://www.aa.ntnu.edu.tw/en/GSD/Application01/PhDPrograms

  • How do I apply for the “Pre-Master’s Program”?

    1.Application Period: Every summer.
    2.Application Method: Log in to the Academic Affairs System, fill in your preferences, and upload the required documents specified by the department.
    For more details, please refer to: https://www.aa.ntnu.edu.tw/en/GSD/Application01/PreMasters

  •  What is the “Preparatory Student” program at our university?

    The Preparatory Student program is available only for non-screening (registration-based) departments. In departments that offer the preparatory student track, students may first register as preparatory students and follow the prescribed curriculum. Upon completing 8 credits, they may be upgraded to minor status; upon completing 16 credits, they may be upgraded to double major status.