The Mandarin Learning & Education Center (MLEC) of National Taiwan Ocean University is affiliated with the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Founded in 2013, the Center is dedicated to providing international students, exchange students, and the general public with a high-quality Mandarin learning environment, while also promoting Chinese culture and the unique marine characteristics of Taiwan.
All instructors at MLEC hold master’s or doctoral degrees in Teaching Chinese as a Second/Foreign Language and possess the Ministry of Education’s Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language certification, ensuring effective support for students from diverse language backgrounds.
The Center is located in Keelung, a scenic city surrounded by mountains and the sea, between Taipei City and New Taipei City.
It is only 30–40 minutes by car from downtown Taipei. Living and housing costs are approximately half of those in Taipei, making it a high-quality and affordable choice for studying Mandarin.
Various supplementary courses
Intensive Seasonal Program: Short-term courses designed around seasonal themes
One-on-One Courses: Customized learning support
Bridging Program: Designed for incoming NTOU international students, also open to the public
| Program | Intensive Seasonal Program | Bridging Program | One-on-One Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Winter & Summer (as announced) | Fall & Spring (as announced) | Flexible based on learners |
| Fall Term | – | Sep–Jan (for students entering in Feb) | – |
| Spring Term | – | Feb–Jun (for students entering in Sep) | – |
| Tuition | NT$36,000 + materials ~NT$1,000 | NT$36,000 + materials ~NT$1,000 | Based on learner’s needs |
| Target Audience | Non-NTOU students & public; NTOU students welcome | Non-NTOU students & public; NTOU students welcome | Based on learner’s needs |
| Language Proficiency | Suitable for students below TOCFL A2 | Suitable for students below TOCFL A2 | – |
| Features | Short-term; not eligible for Mandarin visa application | Longer-term; eligible for Mandarin visa application; credits transferable | Personalized learning |
| Weekly Hours | ~15 hours | ~15 hours | Flexible |
| Cultural Activities | None | Occasional cultural activities, excursions, outdoor events | Flexible |
| Minimum Enrollment | 4 students | 4 students | Flexible |
The Center reserves the right to adjust, modify, or cancel courses.
The above information is for reference only. The official announcements on the MLEC website take precedence.