TransWorld University (TWU; ) was a

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. TWU offered undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in a variety of fields, including business, design, humanities, and technology. The university also offered international programs in which students can study abroad in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and Japan.

History

TWU was founded in 1992 as Transworld Junior College of Commerce. In 2000, it was upgraded to Transworld Institute of Technology. Finally on 1 August 2010, the institute was approved to be the TransWorld University. On 17 March 2015, TWU signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with VTAR Institute (VTAR), Malaysia to allow VTAR graduates from Beauty Therapy or Hairdressing further studies. In 2020, the university had an enrollment rate of less than 60%. It was scheduled to shut down on July 31, 2024. On 31 July 2024, the university stopped its operation.

Faculties

* College of Design * College of Health Science * College of Management * College of Hospitality and Tourism

Campus

The university campus building is constructed on land that belongs to the Taiwan Sugar Corporation.

Presidents

* Chen Xin-zhang (1992–1994) * Zeng Ruo-ying (1994–1995) * Lai Shin-sheng (1995–1996) * Hsu Shu-hsiang (1996–2002) * Peng Tso-kwei (2002–2004) * Lin Ming-fung (2004–2006) * Hsu Shu-hsiang (2006–2016) * Chen I-hsing (2016–2024)

Transportation

The university is accessible within walking distance South of Douliu Station of Taiwan Railways.

References

External links

* * {{Authority control 1992 establishments in Taiwan 2024 disestablishments in Taiwan Educational institutions established in 1992 Educational institutions disestablished in 2024 Defunct universities and colleges in Taiwan