Kaohsiung Medical University
About the University
校園資訊
Information
Address
No. 100, Shiquan 1st Road, Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
About KMU
College of Medicine/ College of Dental Medicine/ College of Pharmacy/ College of Nursing/ College of Health Sciences/ College of Life Science/ College of Humanities and Social Science
KMU Website
Contact Information
+886-7-312-1101
[email protected]
Introduction
Academic Prestige
1. Founded in 1954, KMU is the first private medical university in Taiwan.
2. Ranked 5th among private universities in Taiwan and 17th nationwide in the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Impact Rankings.
3. Ranked 1st in Taiwan and 6th globally for SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), reflecting our profound contribution to global health.
4. A total of 44 faculty members were named among the “World’s Top 2% Scientists” in the 2025 report released by Stanford University.
5. Our alumni hold prominent leadership roles, including Senior Advisors to the President, National Policy Advisors, the Minister of Health and Welfare, and the Administrative Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Sports.
6. KMU boasts the highest number of “Medical Dedication Award” recipients in the nation, symbolizing our commitment to humanitarian service.
Diverse Clinical Internships
The university operates the KMU Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital, the first medical center in Southern Taiwan to achieve JCI International Accreditation. Additionally, KMU manages the Kaohsiung Municipal Siaogang Hospital and Cijin Hospital on behalf of the city government, with the Gangshan Hospital officially commencing operations in 2024. By integrating resources from teaching hospitals, academic institutions, government agencies, and industrial partners across Taiwan, KMU provides students and faculty with the premier environment for clinical practice, research, and internships.
International Student Support & Guidance
KMU offers robust support systems through the Office of Student Affairs and the Office of Global Affairs. We assist international students with ARC (Alien Resident Certificate) applications, work permits applications, and scholarship opportunities. We also hold regular seminars and workshops focusing on academic and life adjustment. We host various student associations, including the Malaysian Student Association and the Hong Kong & Macau Student Union. Senior students actively share their academic and life experiences to help newcomers. Through activities such as Overseas Chinese Student Week, inter-school events, and farewell banquets, we ensure every international student feels at home within the KMU family.
Alumni
Angel Luk
Herboratory Founder
Hong Kong
Originally from Hong Kong, Angel graduated from our Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology. She then pursued a Master’s degree in the Department of Entomology at National Chung Hsing University. Driven by a passion for traditional wisdom, she moved to Guangzhou to study at the Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, where she is currently a Ph.D. candidate in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Regimen/Health Preservation).
Angel is the Founder of Herboratory Institute, where she provides wellness consulting services rooted in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) principles. Her professional work also involves cutting-edge R&D in the integration of TCM and Big Data, bridging the gap between ancient healing and modern technology.
In her spare time, Angel is dedicated to helping students who aspire to study in Taiwan. She offers pro bono career planning and academic counseling services. To further support the student community, she developed the “Abacus-Kun” (算盤子君) Telegram Bot, a digital tool designed to help students easily navigate information on Taiwanese universities, departments, and potential research supervisors.
Kan Kin-Fong
Registered Occupational Therapist (Macau) & President of KMU Macau Alumni Association Macau
A graduate of KMU’s Department of Occupational Therapy, Kin-Fong has dedicated his career to pediatric occupational therapy and parent-child education. He is a frequent speaker at community seminars, empowering parents with practical interaction strategies and developmental insights.
As a prominent healthcare professional in Macau, Kin-Fong actively contributes to local academic research, specifically focusing on handwriting speed among elementary school students. He is also a pioneer in Gamified Therapy, integrating board games into parent-child education and clinical treatment while promoting the cultural and creative development of educational board games.
Currently serving as the President of the KMU Macau Alumni Association, Kin-Fong provides invaluable career resources and networking opportunities for graduates. He is also deeply committed to academic counseling, helping aspiring students understand the medical sciences in Taiwan and providing personalized enrollment analysis and career planning for those looking to study abroad.
Ling Siew Ching
Senior Pharmacist
Malaysia
A graduate of KMU’s School of Pharmacy, Siew Ching returned to Malaysia to dedicate her expertise to the pharmaceutical profession. Her diverse career path has taken her from serving as a Marketing Specialist for a genetic testing firm (while practicing as a part-time pharmacist) to her current pivotal role as a Community Pharmacist.
Observing the rising prevalence of chronic diseases in Malaysia—driven largely by unhealthy diets and lifestyles—Siew Ching has shifted her focus toward root-cause intervention. Beyond providing professional medication counseling, she is passionate about guiding patients toward correct nutritional knowledge and healthy living habits to manage and prevent chronic conditions.
With extensive experience as a Pharmacy Branch Manager, Siew Ching now serves as a Trainer for newly appointed Branch Managers and as the Regional Manager for three pharmacy branches. Her leadership ensures operational excellence and high standards of patient care across her region.
Siew Ching is committed to expanding the influence of community pharmacies. By championing the philosophy that “prevention is better than cure,” she aims to empower more individuals to take control of their health and lead vibrant, healthy lives.
劉思慧
Outstanding alumni
Malaysia
高醫的教育質量相當高，擁有許多優秀的師資和先進的教學儀器設施，提供學生們優質的學術資源和研究機會。
不論是在大學或是研究所就學期間，學校皆提供獎助學金，鼓勵學生們出國參加國際研討會以及到海外見習、參訪，增加國際間的合作也開拓學生的視野。
Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) upholds an exceptional standard of education, supported by a wealth of esteemed faculty and cutting-edge teaching facilities.
The university also offers students access to top-tier academic resources and extensive research opportunities.
Besides, KMU provides scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students to participate in international conferences, overseas internships, and student exchange programs, thus nurturing international collaboration and broadening their global perspectives.
Kartiko Arif Purnomo
Pharmacist (Apoteker)
印尼
Kartiko is a PhD graduate from Graduate Institute of Natural Products, College of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University.
During his study in KMU, he did research on compounds isolation and structural elucidation from various plants under the guidance of Distinguished Prof. Fang-Rong Chang.
The research and academic resources in KMU helped him to improve his skills and expand his perspectives. Therefore, he could published his research results on reputable journals and patents.
After graduation, he continues his academic journey as postdoctoral researcher in the field of natural products pharmacy.
Highlights
International exchange activities
The Closest Distance to Harvard in Taiwan－KMU boasts an extensive network of partner and sister universities across Asia, Europe, the Americas, Northeast Asia, and Southeast Asia, demonstrating exceptional academic exchange and research vitality.
A cornerstone of our international strategy is the KMU-Harvard Alliance. In collaboration with Harvard Medical School, we offer prestigious programs including clinical clerkship exchanges for medical students, dual degree programs for Ph.D. candidates, student exchanges, overseas internships, and cultural study tours.
With a diverse student body from various countries and backgrounds, our internationalized learning environment and competitive edge make KMU a top choice for overseas students.
For more information：https://reurl.cc/le19aQ
Interdisciplinary Learning
In response to rapid industrial innovation and social diversification, KMU offers a wide array of Interdisciplinary Credit Programs and Micro-programs. We integrate faculty expertise and teaching resources to develop theme-based curricula.
Furthermore, through our partnership with National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU), we provide cross-institutional credit programs to broaden students’ learning horizons. These programs are tuition-free, allowing students to strengthen their expertise in secondary professional fields without financial burden. Top student picks include Prosthetics and Orthotics, Innovative Medical Technology and Management, and Art Therapy.
For more information：https://cfip.kmu.edu.tw/
Cultivating Research Competitiveness
KMU is committed to nurturing the next generation of scientists. Through various internal and external talent cultivation grants, subsidies, and seminars, we encourage students to engage in research projects and publish their findings from the very beginning of their academic journey.
During summer breaks and extracurricular hours, students can participate in specialized training such as Summer R&D Technology Training Classes, Summer Interdisciplinary R&D Talent Workshops, and “9th Period” Advanced Seminars on Specialized Fields (Topics include: Precision Instrument Operation, Animal Testing, AI Applications, Assistive Device R&D, Drug Development, and Medical Research Trends).
(Course content is subject to annual university announcements.)
For more information：https://devel.kmu.edu.tw/
Departments
School Departments and Programs
College of Medicine
College of Dental Medicine
College of Pharmacy
College of Nursing
College of Health Sciences
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology
- Department of Medical Imaging and Radiological Sciences
- Department of Public Health
- Department of Occupational Therapy
- Department of Physical Therapy
- Department of Healthcare Administration and Medical Informatics
- The Master Program of AI Application in Health Industry
College of Life Science
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Scholarships & Accommodation
Scholarships
【Scholarships for Overseas Chinese, Hong Kong, and Macau Students】For detailed information on eligibility and application procedures, please visit the Student Life & Counseling Division (Office of Student Affairs)： Click Here to View Scholarship Information
Tuition and Accommodation Fees
Tuition & Fees: Please refer to the Accounting Office announcements.Click Here for more information
Accommodation: NTD 22,000~60,000/YR
Living Expenses: NTD 96,000~120,000/YR
Accommodation
Dormitories：Click Here for Housing Details
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One semester |
One academic year |
Other Notes |
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NTD 12,000 |
NTD 22,500 |
KMU Dormitory residency is generally based on a full academic year. Dormitory fees are paid per semester. Fall semester includes the winter break period, but spring semester does not include the summer break period. Dormitory A provides modern living spaces for both domestic and international students, offering 4-person and 3-person suites For the latest housing fee standards, environmental introductions, and dormitory management regulations, please visit the following link: https://reurl.cc/V19D7A |
