Campus Life
Library & Learning Center
The University Library has about 280,000 volumes of Chinese/English books and 1,700 volumes of Chinese/English bound periodicals. It also has a digital library, audio-visual resources, electronic databases and Internet access.
Library services are divided into technical service and reader service. The circulation counter provides self-service for Library services are divided into technical service and reader service. The circulation counter provides self-service for checking out books and periodicals. Late return notices are sent automatically to students’ e-mail addresses. Courtesy library cards of nearby universities are available for students to borrow. The library also has a Learning Center which integrates digital learning with library resources: English, French, Italian, Japanese, Polish language learning DVDs, an access to VOD (video on demand), many interactive language learning databases, online new released books, periodicals and general education. The 9,000 audiovisual items make it the best place for self-learning.
The Medical campus has its own library with the collection being mainly medically related.
Student Clubs & Activities
Student Clubs
Students may choose among over a hundred of student clubs to enrich their campus life:
- Service Clubs, established to promote social services;
- Academic Clubs, which refer to deparment- and university-level student associations;
- Arts & Skill Clubs, established to promote healthy recreational activities;
- Fitness Clubs, established to encourage students to exercise;
- Comprehensive Clubs, which refer to clubs of two or more kinds of the aforesaid attributes,
- Recreational Clubs, established for students to demonstarte their talents;
Sport
ISU offers a wide range of sports facilities including a gymnasium, swimming pool, weight training room, table tennis room, dance studio, martial arts studio, basketball, volleyball, tennis courts, track and field, football field, golf diving range, and a skating area. Inter-University sports competitions, such as basketball, table tennis, volleyball, soccer, are held throughout the school year.
Language Center
Chinese Language Center (CLC)
CLC offers a variety of intensive Chinese language programs including seasonal programs, Chinese language and culture camps, and customized programs. These programs aim to develop international students’ Chinese language skills as well as to expose the students to Chinese culture and traditions. Periodically, CLC provides various opportunities for international students to engage in activities taken place in local communities.
Foreign Language Center (FLC)
FLC holds English proficiency tests and general English courses for local and international students. FLC is also equipped with simulation classrooms for practicing English in real-life situations.
Transportation
Domestic and international transportation is available:airlines, railways, highways and the high speed railway along the west coast. The transportation between Taiwan and outer islands mainly relies on airlines and secondarily on ferries. Transportation from campus to downtown is provided by shuttle bus service. Kaohsiung Mass Rapid Transportation “MRT” will help you to move around downtown major areas. Purchasing tickets is extremely convenient by iPass card usage (student card) – more information at OICA.
Food & Beverage Services
Cafeterias at both campuses offer cuisines in Chinese and Western styles. Students may also enjoy their meals at the food court or exotic restaurants at E-Da Outlet Mall across from Main Campus.
Services
Convenience Stores
There are two Family Marts at the Main Campus. One is located in front of Dormitory 2 and the other one at the Student Activity Center. Other Family Mart is located on the 3rd floor of E-Da Outlet Mall and one Hi-Life store at the Dormitory 3 bus station.
Mailing Services
Taiwan Post provides postal and banking services throughout Taiwan. A post office is located near the school entrance on Main Campus. To open an account at the post office, an international student needs to show the original and a photocopy of the passport, ARC, Student ID card, and make an initial deposit of at least NT$ 100.
Medical Care
International students who are residents for 180 days are required to possess National Health Insurance. Those who are in Taiwan for less than 180 days may acquire other insurance programs. There is a medical clinic near the Main Campus within 10 minutes walking distance. E-Da Hospital is about 20 minutes driving distance away from Main Campus.
Visa & Part-time Work Study
International students who study degree programs are required to apply for a resident visa prior to entering Taiwan. Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) must be applied within 15 days after arrival. Degree students are eligible to work part-time in Taiwan. An application for part-time work permit is required.
Subsidiary Facitilies
Other subsidiary facilities on campus include bookstores, convenience stores, an optician, copying centers, a hair salon, a billiard room, and ATMs.
