(On December 14, 2008, the Executive Yuan deliberated and
approved these measures and submitted them to the Legislative Yuan for review)
In view of the internationalization and diversification of higher
education, the government has been conducting studies on allowing Mainland students
to study in Taiwan and recognizing academic diplomas issued by institutes of higher
education in the Mainland Area. The government has carefully planned related accompanying
measures under the principles of "six noes and three restrictions." The "six noes"
are that Mainland students will not be granted preferential treatment in the form
of bonus points; separate admission channels will be adopted for Mainland students
to avoid affecting the educational rights and interests of Taiwan students; Mainland
students will not be eligible for government scholarships and may not hold after-school
part-time jobs; Mainland students may not remain in Taiwan to accept employment
after terminating their studies or graduating; and mainland Chinese nationals cannot
take civil service exams in Taiwan. The "three restrictions" include: Recognition
of academic records will be restricted to Mainland schools of high academic standing;
the total number of Mainland students allowed to study in Taiwan will be restricted;
and recognition of medical academic diplomas will be restricted. Comprehensive measures
will also be formulated to manage and guide the living arrangements and studies
of Mainland students in Taiwan.
Benefits: Through the implementation of a comprehensive set of
accompanying measures, the gradual and orderly opening up of Taiwan to Mainland
students and holders of Mainland academic diplomas will effectively enhance the
international competitiveness of domestic universities.
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