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The collaboration between Feng Chia University and The University of Queensland (UQ) has made remarkable progress in the first half of the year, grounded in the shared pursuit of high‑quality education. Building upon the foundation of the ISTM 2+2 Dual Bachelor’s Program, cooperation has expanded to include the 1+1 Master’s Program in Finance, with plans to further add engineering‑related postgraduate programs and specialized research initiatives. On May 23, a research and development delegation led by Prof. Rakic, Vice‑Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at UQ, visited Feng Chia University again, reaffirming both institutions’ strong commitment to deepening cooperation.Upon arriving in Taichung on May 23, the delegation immediately met with Dean Chuang‑Chien Chiu, Vice‑Dean Shaw‑Jyh Shin, Charles S. Chien, and Executive Director Yao‑Lung Chung of the International School of Technology and Management (ISTM).
In addition to discussing the academic and living experiences of students currently involved in joint programs, both sides explored opportunities to expand collaboration beyond the existing 2+2 structure, creating more pathways for students to study in Australia. The delegation also attended the ISTM graduation ceremony on the evening of May 24, offering warm encouragement through their presence.
On the morning of May 24, Vice‑President Shwu‑Ting Lee hosted a university‑level meeting, bringing together representatives from the College of Engineering and Science, the College of Construction and Development, the College of Information and Electrical Engineering, and the Office of International Affairs. Discussions centered on dual‑degree models, student exchanges during academic terms or summer/winter breaks, short‑term faculty visits, and laboratory cooperation. Both sides evaluated plans for 1+1 engineering master’s programs, joint supervision of postgraduate students, and preliminary exploration of specialized research areas and their development potential.
Based on the laboratory collaboration themes discussed in the morning session, Prof. Rakic and the UQ delegation visited several core research facilities at FCU in the afternoon. These included the Geographic Information Systems Research Center and the Innovation Center for Intelligent Transportation and Logistics, where they examined applications of 3D GIS (AR/VR), AIoT technologies, and intelligent transportation systems.
The delegation also visited the College of Information and Electrical Engineering, which showcased frontier research in autonomous driving, information security, and artificial intelligence—such as the “Intelligent Electronic Suspension System” developed by Prof. Yu‑Cheng Lin, enabling precise detection of road surface defects to reduce vibration during driving. Another highlight was the student‑developed quad‑axis robotic system for plant monitoring using convolutional neural network image recognition, presented by Sze‑Teng Liong. The Artificial Intelligence Research Center, led by Hwai‑Jung Hsu, demonstrated an AI‑driven real‑time tactical analysis system for soccer matches, offering instant strategy recommendations.
At the ROSO Robotics Construction Lab under the School of Architecture, UQ delegates were impressed by FCU’s large‑scale robotic arm technologies. Prof. Rakic expressed deep interest in how innovative concepts in concrete materials and architectural design could be integrated into practical engineering workflows.
The visit also included the Plasma Technology Research Center, led by Ju‑Liang He, and the bio‑hydrogen energy pilot plant supervised by Chiu‑Yue Lin. These visits highlighted promising opportunities for future research collaboration in biomedical plasma films and green bio‑energy.
The research and development team led by Prof. Rakic, Vice‑Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at The University of Queensland, visited Feng Chia University and gained in‑depth, hands‑on experience with its laboratory research achievements.
This visit by UQ’s Faculty of Engineering delegation, led by Prof. Rakic, follows earlier exchanges during FCU’s visit to Australia earlier this month, where both sides identified key research areas for collaboration. The latest visit focused specifically on critical technologies developed at FCU, signaling a shift toward deeper faculty‑to‑faculty research collaboration and expanded international technical cooperation. These initiatives not only provide FCU students with a broader global learning platform but also mark a significant step forward for Taiwan’s higher education in strengthening international integration.
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