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Is Hong Kong still a good place to study?

The home of both the highest-ranked Asian university in the QS World University Rankings (Hong Kong University at 23) and the number one university in the 2012 QS University Rankings: Asia (the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology), Hong Kong is truly an higher educational powerhouse.

Is Taiwan good for study abroad?

It is no exaggeration to say that Taiwan is one of the safest countries in the world. The high level of education, low exposure to crime, economic freedom and good healthcare system are a few examples of why Taiwan is ranked 2nd on the annual Global Peace Index.

Is Taipei expensive?

Taipei is an enormous city with things in nearly every price range, but for most tourists it might appear to be on the expensive side, at least compared to mainland China, though certainly cheaper than Japan. However, finding restaurants with English language menus in the lower price ranges is extremely challenging.

Is Hong Kong safe for foreign students?

Yes it is very safe. Despite occasional protests, they never cause trouble to foreigners or anyone outside the protests. You would never fall into trouble because of them.

How many Taiwanese students study abroad?

In academic year 2019/20, approximately 71,488 students from Taiwan studied in different countries all over the world. Most of the students chose English speaking countries for their study abroad.

Why do I choose Taiwan?

Taiwan is a safe place for locals, travellers and expats, and is considered the 2nd safest country in the world. Only beaten by Iceland, Taiwan’s low rates of violence and crime make it an enjoyable and comfortable place to work and one of the best reasons to work in Taiwan.

Is Hong Kong more expensive than Taiwan?

In Taiwan, it’s mainly Mandarin Chinese. Taking figures from the up-to-the-minute crowdsourcing websites Expatistan and Numbeo, we can see that Hong Kong is a far more expensive place to live than Taiwan. But how does this actually breakdown when it comes to individual areas?

What is it like to live in Hong Kong?

Of course, Hong Kong is by the sea, so this can also be true at certain times of the year. One big difference is the amount of air pollution. Hong Kong is notorious for this, and despite government efforts to reduce pollution, it does suffer at certain times of the year.

How far away is Hong Kong from Taiwan?

Hong Kong might only be a short hop away from Taiwan (around 436 miles {800km} or a 1 hour and 15 minute flight), but when it comes to comparing the two locations, they might sometimes seem worlds apart. So, let’s take a look at these two unique destinations and try to put some perspective on the statement: Hong Kong versus Taiwan…

Is Hong Kong a good place to work for foreigners?

And even though competition from locals is now much higher since the hand back from Britain to China, it’s still a highly sought after destination for foreign workers. In Hong Kong, the languages spoken are Cantonese, Chinese, and English. However, Mandarin Chinese is also widely spoken. In Taiwan, it’s mainly Mandarin Chinese.

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