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Intensive Chinese Enhancement Program

Intensive Chinese Enhancement Program (ICEP)

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Program Introduction

【6 HIGHLIGHTS】
【ABOUT ICEP】
【HOW TO APPLY】
【HOW TO PAY】
【PROGRAM PAYMENT】
【CONTACT US】
【FAQ】

 

Program ICEP3 ICEP7 ICEP8 ICEP7+8
Duration 2 weeks 3 weeks 3 weeks 6 weeks
Dates Mar 8 (Sun) – Mar 21 (Sat), 2026 Jul 5 (Sun) – Jul 25 (Sat), 2026 Aug 2 (Sun) – Aug 22 (Sat), 2026 Jul 5 (Sun) – Aug 22 (Sat), 2026
Application Deadline Feb 8 (Sun), 2026 Jun 7 (Sun), 2026 Jun 28 (Sun), 2026 Jun 7 (Sun), 2026
Location Taipei Campus Tamsui Campus Tamsui Campus Tamsui Campus
Eligibility Ages 15–26 (Applicants outside this age range are welcome to contact us)
Textbook 時代華語Modern Chinese 時代華語Modern Chinese 時代華語Modern Chinese 時代華語Modern Chinese
Insurance ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Accommodation ✔
hostel or dormitory near Taipei Campus
2026 ICEP3→AKA TAIPEI
(2–3 persons/room)		 ✔
Tamkang University Dormitory
(Sungtao Building 3, 3–4 persons/room)		 ✔
Tamkang University Dormitory
(Sungtao Building 3, 3–4 persons/room)		 ✔
Tamkang University Dormitory
(Sungtao Building 3, 3–4 persons/room)
Meals ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘
Certificate & Transcript ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Tuition Fee NTD 35,000 NTD 42,000 NTD 42,000 NTD 71,400
1｜Language Course
#ImmersiveLearning #SpeakMandarin #InteractiveLearning #MandarinSkills #ConfidenceBuilding

  • Suitable for beginners to lower-intermediate learners
    Reference levels (for reference only): TOCFL A0–A2 HSK 0–5

  • Highly interactive teaching through activities and games

  • Immersive Mandarin learning environment

This course focuses on developing practical communication skills.
Through situational practice, role-playing, and interactive activities, students are encouraged to speak Mandarin naturally.
Even shy learners can gradually build confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment, turning Mandarin from textbook knowledge into a usable, real-life skill!
2｜Topic Course

#RealLifeMandarin #TopicBasedLearning #TaskBased #PracticalChinese #CulturalExperience

  • Diverse themes based on real-life situations

  • Task-based learning with tangible outcomes in every class

  • Integration of language and culture for deeper Taiwan experience

  • Topics include travel, culture, trends, relationships, workplace and social media

This course goes beyond traditional learning by integrating Mandarin into real-life contexts through a variety of engaging themes.
With a task-based approach, students produce meaningful outcomes in each class, enhancing both motivation and practical skills.
Cultural elements are incorporated to provide a deeper understanding of Taiwanese society and language use.

 
3｜Mandarin Table
#TaiwanExperience #RealConversation #CulturalExchange #SpeakMandarin

  • Face-to-face interaction with Taiwanese students

  • Small group format (1 language partner + 3–4 participants)

  • Real-life Mandarin conversation practice

  • Free participation with reservation system and random language partner matching

Mandarin Table offers a great opportunity to interact with local Taiwanese students in a relaxed setting.
Through small-group conversations, participants can actively use Mandarin in real-life contexts.
The sessions are primarily conducted in Mandarin, helping learners improve fluency and cultural understanding. Each session lasts about 1.5 hours with random pairing.

  • STEP 1: Register / Login on the official website.
    For detailed instructions on how to register as a member, please click on "How to Apply."
     
  • STEP 2: Return to this course page and click "Apply " to register for the course.
  • STEP 3: Fill in the required personal information for the course and submit it.
  • STEP 4: Wait for the data review, and we will send further notifications regarding your registration results and payment information.

【Account Information】

Beneficiary Bank: FIRST COMMERCIAL BANK, TAIPEI, TAIWAN
SWIFT Code: FCBKTWTPXXX
Beneficiary: TAMKANG UNIVERSITY
Beneficiary A/C: 162-10-004528
Bank Branch: Xinyi Branch
Bank Address: No.7, Sec.3, Hsin-Yi Rd., Da'an Dist., Taipei City 106, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

 * Deposit : 6,000NTD (Non-refundable)
＊Please note there may be bank handling charges differences which will need to be paid discrepancy upon arrival
 * You will be required to pay the remaining program fee in NTD cash no later than the registration day.

  • Full-payment
    March (2 weeks) program: NTD$ 35,000 
    July     (3 weeks) program: NTD$ 42,000 / No accommodation: NTD$ 31,500
    August (3 weeks) program: NTD$ 42,000 / No accommodation: NTD$ 31,500
    July+August (6weeks) program: NT $71,400/ No accommodation: NTD$ 63,000
  • Deposit: Non-refundable deposit: NTD$ 6,000
  • If you do not require accommodation, please make sure to inform us by email before registering for the course.
** If any question, please contact us through the following methods.
*ICEP official line@: https://lin.ee/5QrITUf
*T:+886-2-2321-6320 #(English) 8340；#(Japanese) 8856
*E-mail : tku_icep@clc.tku.edu.tw
​*F:+886-2-2321-4036

** Or you can scan the QR Code for join our ICEP official line@

 ⬇ICEP FAQ

Note

March Course
July Course
August Course
 The time table is subject to change without prior notice.
 The time table is subject to change without prior notice.

COURSE TIME

Year Month Period Start End
2026 3 2 weeks 2026-03-08 2026-03-21
2026 7 3 weeks 2026-07-05 2026-07-25
2026 8 3 weeks 2026-08-02 2026-08-22
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2026 Public Holidays (No Classes):
1/1 New Year’s Day
2/14–2/22 Chinese New Year Holiday
2/27 Peace Memorial Day (Substitute Holiday)
4/3 Children’s Day (Substitute Holiday)
4/6 Tomb-Sweeping Day (Substitute Holiday)
5/1 Labor Day
6/19 Dragon Boat Festival (Substitute Holiday)
9/25 Mid-Autumn Festival
9/28 Confucius’ Birthday – Teacher’s Day
10/10 ROC National Day (Substitute Holiday)
10/26 Retrocession of Taiwan & Battle of Guningtou Memorial Day (Substitute Holiday)
12/25 Constitution Day
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