NTU
Abbreviation with 2 meanings
| Stands for | Nanyang Technological University |
|---|---|
| Meanings | 2 |
| Categories | Education & Academia |
NTU has two meanings. It stands for Nanyang Technological University (university) or National Taiwan University (university).
Meanings of NTU at a glance
| # | NTU stands for | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nanyang Technological University | Education & Academia › University |
| 2 | National Taiwan University | Education & Academia › University |
1. Nanyang Technological University
Education & Academia · University Abbreviations
Singapore university founded in 1991 from the Nanyang Technological Institute, with roots in Nanyang University, a Chinese-medium university established in 1955. It is known for engineering, materials science and its distinctive "Hive" learning hub.
Example: He studies mechanical engineering at NTU on a Singapore government scholarship.
NTU's Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine was established jointly with Imperial College London. The same initials refer to National Taiwan University in Taipei, so international documents often add the country. NTU rises consistently in world rankings.
2. National Taiwan University
Education & Academia · University Abbreviations
Taiwan's leading university, founded in 1928 in Taipei as Taihoku Imperial University during Japanese rule and renamed after 1945. Its alumni include several presidents of Taiwan and many leaders of the semiconductor industry.
Example: Many engineers at Taiwan's chip companies earned degrees at NTU.
The campus is known for its avenue of royal palm trees. Taiwanese writers often use the Chinese short name "Taida". The initials are shared with Nanyang Technological University in Singapore.
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