Time: 12th October, 2024

Venue: 3F, Attic Staircase, Kaohsiung Main Public Library

Address: No. 61, Xinguang Rd., Qianzhen Dist., Kaohsiung City, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

Part1 – Presented by Marc Chia-Ching Cheng, Executive Director of European Union Center in Taiwan

Position of presenter:

Executive Director of European Union Center in Taiwan/Coordinator of Erasmus+ National Focal Point (ENFP)

Part2 – Presented by Siao-Sin Jiang, Alumni of Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Department of Economic, National Taipei University

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree: Global Markets, Local Creativities, University of Glasgow and Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

Main Experience:

Adjunct Associate Research Fellow, The APEC study center in Department of International Affairs, Taiwan Institute of Economic Research

Current position:

Assistant Manager, Department of International Operations, Yuanta Securities Co., Ltd.

The lecture will provide a detailed introduction to the EU's Erasmus+ program and the EU Joint Master's Degree programs.

This master's program is jointly offered by multiple universities and is officially called the "Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD)." The lecture will also cover information about EU-related institutions in Taiwan.

The second part of the lecture will feature alumni sharing their study abroad experiences.

Topic: [United Kingdom • Spain • Germany] Daily Life of Studying in an Erasmus EU Joint Master's Program

The alumni speaker will share experiences from studying in Europe, covering learning differences between the environments in the UK, Spain, and Germany. Topics will include various teaching styles of professors at different universities, the approach to elective and compulsory courses, and information on school resources. Additionally, advice will be provided on how to find the right academic advisor.

In terms of daily life, the speaker will discuss housing, visas, moving luggage, and various aspects of living, such as food, clothing, and transportation. There will also be tips on how to save money as an international student and discounts offered by the EU. The speaker will guide participants in evaluating whether a joint Master's program in the EU is right for them and share potential career paths and planning for the future.

This event is open to students, young people, and the general public interested in studying in Europe or EU-related topics.

Participation Details:

Pre-registration is required. If pre-registration has closed, on-site registration is also welcome.

Doors will open for pre-registered participants at 13:40 on the event day. If accompanying individuals wish to enter, they must complete on-site registration.

Note: Photos will be taken during the event, and they may be shared publicly for event documentation and promotional purposes.

Organizer: Ministry of Education

Co-organizer: Kaohsiung Public Library

For inquiries: (07) 5360238 ext. 5504, Miss Ding