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On September 1, 2026, the Khon Kaen Office of the International Talent Circulation Base (INTACT Base), under the Faculty of Science at Khon Kaen University, in collaboration with National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU), organized the “2026 Taiwan Higher Education Expo” at the Witthayawiphas Building, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University.
under the Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, in collaboration with National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU), organized the “2026 Taiwan Higher Education Expo” at Witthayawiphas Building, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University.
The event aimed to provide students from Khon Kaen University and across northeastern Thailand with convenient access to information on study opportunities in Taiwan, including academic programs, admission requirements, scholarships, internships, and career pathways. Representatives from 14 Taiwanese universities participated in the event, which attracted hundreds of attendees from Khon Kaen University and educational institutions across the region, including Mahasarakham University and Ubon Ratchathani University.
The event brought together representatives from 14 Taiwanese universities, including:
- Chaoyang University of Technology
- Central Taiwan University of Science and Technology
- China Medical University
- I-Shou University
- Minghsin University of Science and Technology
- National Pingtung University of Science and Technology
- National Sun Yat-sen University
- National Taiwan University
- National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
- Providence University
- Tamkang University
- Tunghai University
- Wufeng University
- Yuan Ze University
In addition, the Taiwan Education Center (TEC) and the Chinese Language Center of National Sun Yat-sen University participated in the event. Representatives from the participating institutions were present at their respective booths to provide guidance on academic programs, admission procedures, scholarships, internship opportunities, and career prospects in Taiwan. The event also gave attendees an opportunity to discuss their educational plans directly with representatives from Taiwanese institutions.
During the opening ceremony, Asst. Prof. Dr. Angkana Boonyued, Dean of the Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, delivered welcoming a welcome speech to representatives from 14 Taiwanese universities and event participants. Prof. Jywe Wen-Yuh, Principal Investigator, Project Office for International Industrial-Academic Education Cooperation Alliance, highlighted the International Industrial Talents Education Special Program (INTENSE), which connects Thai students with opportunities for higher education and future career pathways in Taiwan. Ms. Ann Hsueh, Second Secretary of the Education Division, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand, also attended the event as the guest of honor and presided over the opening ceremony.
In her welcoming speech, the Dean highlighted the strong and growing relationship between Khon Kaen University and universities in Taiwan, particularly through collaborations in education, research, student mobility, and internships. She further highlighted the establishment of Khon Kaen INTACT Base in partnership with National Sun Yat-sen University under Taiwan’s INTENSE Program as an important example of Thailand-Taiwan cooperation in developing international education and career opportunities for students. She also emphasized the value of the 2026 Taiwan Higher Education Expo in providing students with direct access to information about study programs, scholarships, internships, and the INTENSE Program, while encouraging them to explore opportunities and connect directly with Taiwanese universities.
Meanwhile, Prof. Jywe Wen-Yuh highlighted the objectives of the INTENSE Program, which aims to encourage students from Thailand to pursue higher education in Taiwan in the fields of STEM, semiconductors, and finance. The program has aimed to support more than 500 students, with more than 30 Thai students having already pursued their higher education in Taiwan through the program. He also highlighted the program’s network of industry partners, including TSMC and NVIDIA, as well as the role of the Taiwan-Thailand INTACT Bases in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Khon Kaen in promoting the program, providing educational guidance, and offering Chinese language classes to help prepare students interested in studying in Taiwan.
Ms. Ann Hsueh also introduced the International Industrial Talents Education Special Program (INTENSE Program), a collaborative initiative involving Taiwan’s Ministry of Education, industry partners, and universities to develop highly skilled talent, particularly in STEM, finance, and the semiconductor industry. The program provides students with a pathway from higher education to potential employment opportunities in Taiwan.
She encouraged students interested in studying in Taiwan, saying, “If you are interested in studying in Taiwan, you don’t have to begin this journey alone. The 2026 Taiwan Higher Education Expo in Khon Kaen is here to open the door to new opportunities and help you take your first step toward studying in Taiwan.” She further encouraged students to take advantage of the Expo by learning more about the opportunities available and connecting directly with Taiwanese universities to explore options that match their interests and career goals.
The “2026 Taiwan Higher Education Expo” was more than an overseas education fair. It served as a platform connecting education, scholarships, international experience, industry, and career pathways, enabling students in northeastern Thailand to gain greater access to international education opportunities and networks. The event also contributed to strengthening the relationship between Khon Kaen University and Taiwanese institutions while further supporting collaboration in education, research, innovation, talent development, and industry partnerships.