Bachelor Program

Updated: Nov 1, 2021

Program of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture) (Taught in English)

About the University

Established in 1956, the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (SHUTCM) was one of the first four TCM colleges across China. The 35-hectare campus of SHUTCM is located in the Research and Education Section, Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, Pudong New Area. The campus is beautiful and equipped with state-of-the-art teaching facilities. The University is now a key part of "Zhangjiang Pharmaceutical Valley" in the strategic initiative of building Shanghai into an innovative city.

Since its founding, the SHUTCM has been home to numerous alumni: some of them are well-known physicians, some are distinguished researchers and some are working in community healthcare services. Thanks to the defining education feature of ‘inheritance is the root and innovation is the soul’, the University has achieved a great deal in both education and research over the recent years. Currently, the University offers doctorate degree programs in all TCM disciplines. According to the latest data released by ESI (Essential Science Indicator), three disciplines of SHUTCM have entered into ESI global discipline ranking top 1%. Spearheaded by Prof. Chen Kaixian (academician, Chinese Academy of Sciences) and Prof. HU Zhibi (academician, Chinese Academy of Engineering), the University has chief scientists of the National Basic Research Program (also known as 973 program), scholars of One Thousand Talents Scheme, the Cheung Kong Scholars Program of China and the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars. Just like the saying goes, 'the root of virtue lies in education and the root of education lies in teachers', the SHUTCM has always drawn the most original faculty, who work together in an interactive and genuinely multidisciplinary atmosphere.

Ever since its establishment, the SHUTCM has been committed to the philosophy of pursuing "excellence rather than size, distinctiveness rather than inclusiveness and use rather than fame". The past five decades have witnessed its equal emphasis on education, distinction and openness. The University has nine teaching hospitals to safeguard high-quality clinical training.

Academic Year & Curriculum

This is a 5-year program, 3 semesters a year.

Curriculum (280 Credits)

Compulsory Courses

· Normal Human Anatomy

· TCM Basic Theory

· Basic Chinese Language

· Basics of Chemistry

· Healthcare Physical Education

· Biochemistry

· Tuina Exercise

· Meridians and Points

· Overview of China

· Microbiology

· Guidance for Humanity Social Practice

· Case Studies

· TCM Diagnostics

· Chinese Materia Medica

· Physiology

· Intermediate-level Chinese Language

· Formulas of Chinese Herbal Medicine

· Introduction to TCM Classics

· Basics of Pathology

· Acupuncture and Moxibustion Technique

· Theory of Tuina Manipulations

· Pharmacology

· Basics of Diagnostics

· TCM Internal Medicine

· Clinical Conversations in Traditional Chinese Medicine

· Tuina Practice on Human Body

· Radiology

· Acupuncture and Moxibustion Technique

· Internal Medicine

· Anatomy of Acupuncture Points

· Medical Terminologies

· Selective Readings of Acupuncture Classics

· History of Chinese Medicine

· Practice of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Techniques

· Overview on TCM-Style Writing

· Tuina Therapeutics

· Acupuncture Therapeutics

· TCM Traumatology

· Medical Ethics

· General Introduction to Rehabilitation

· Neurology

· TCM Emergencies

· Clinical Psychology

Teaching Methods

These include classroom lectures, group discussions, bedside teaching, simulated demonstration, practical training and social practice. The teaching will highlight the training on students' self-learning ability. Most lectures will take place in the Zhangjiang Campus, most clinical internship and probation will take place in the affiliated hospitals.

Graduation and Academic Degree

A Bachelor of Medical Science will be awarded upon completion of

· Required credits all courses in the teaching scheme

· General points average (GPA)

· Pass of all examinations

Application Time

December 1, 2021 – July 15, 2022

Opening of Program

September, 2022 (Please see the date on Admission Notice)

Admission prerequisites

High school graduation or higher education background

Requirements for English language

Studied courses taught in English language and transcripts required

>90 of TOEFL or >6 of IELTS (non-native English speakers)

Applicants emigrating from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao or Taiwan must hold a valid foreign citizenship for no less than 4 years and a record of residency in the country for no less than 2 years in the most recent 4 years.

· Under 45 years of age; exceptions can be considered for applicants with competitive academic background or those recommended by collaborative universities.

Fees

450 RMB for application (The actual amount university receives)

42,000 RMB/year for tuition

Purchase fee for textbooks

Accommodation Fee

Live on campus: Please see Introduction of International Student's Dormitory (Attachment 2). Notice of the accommodation arrangement will be sent out in middle July. (The accommodation fee may fluctuate).

Live off-campus: Students can live off-campus upon approval by the University and pay on themselves.

Application Documents

High school diploma

Scan of the passport (valid for 6 months after date of submission) Invoice of the application fee

Certificate of Non-Criminal Record (See Attachment 7)

Statement of Financial Support(See Attachment 8)

Copy of TOEFL or IELTS examination results (no requirement for native speakers).

Student ID Photo:

Rename: Passport Name（English）

Background Color: Blue or White

Pixel: ≥300 pixels/inch

Other Requirement: Bareheaded

Notice: The photo will be used for your student ID card. Please make sure the photo is exactly as above requirements.

The aforementioned documents need to be submitted online at https://apply.shutcm.edu.cn before the deadline. Please do not send any document via email. The application will not be processed if the documents are incomplete or sent by email. Applicants may need to submit supplementary documents when the Admission Office requires. Supplementary documents can be uploaded under the item "Additional Materials" (see the online application webpage.)

Qualified applicants will receive admission letters and Visa Application Form for Study in China (JW202 form) from SHUTCM.

Given any following condition, application fees are not refunded:

Rejected applications due to incomplete documents

Disqualified applications

Students voluntarily withdraw

Scholarships

● Shanghai Government Scholarship

Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship for international students shall be delivered according to relevant documents including Regulations on Application of Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship for International Students. Applicants must also complete the online application on Study-in-Shanghai (http://study.edu.sh.gov.cn/en/) besides applying on the school website. Application fee only needs to be paid once. For more information, please see Attachment 3.

● University Scholarships

Specific Major Scholarship (See Attachment 4)

Others (Please contact us for more details)

Shanghai Government Scholarship applicants are required to submit Foreigner Physical Examination Form (see Attachment 5) orPhysical Examination Form for Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship Applicants of SHUTCM International Students (see attachment 6). Please bring hard copies of Foreigner Physical Examination Form to SHUTCM for registration. Applicants with chronic diseases must notify the school before registration. Please confirm with the school before submitting application if clarification is needed regards entry requirements for applicants with health issues.

Contact Us

Venue: Room 230, Admission Office, International Education College, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Address: No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai.

Telephone: (86 21) 51322255; Fax: (86 21) 51322285

Email: iec.admissions@shutcm.edu.cn

University Bank Account:

Account Name: Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bank Name: Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Dong’an Road Branch

Bank Address: No.520, Wan Pin Nan Rd., Shanghai, China 200032

Account No. : 1001239109004636961

SWIFT CODE: ICBKCNBJSHI

CNAPS Code: 102290023910

*Note: For remittance from outside China, it is recommended to remit in the form of cross-border RMB. Due to the exchange rate and the charge of bank processing, the actual amount of the fee university receives might differ from the smount sent.

Attachments:

1. Instructive Teaching Plan of Traditional Chinese Medicine Program (Acupuncture) (Taught in English)

2. International Student's Dormitory

3. Regulations on Application of Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship for International Students

4. Rules of Implementation of Specific Major Scholarship for International Students (Taught in English) of SHUTCM

5. Foreigner Physical Examination Form

6. Physical Examination Form for Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship Applicants of SHUTCM International Students

7. Non-Criminal Record Commitment for SHUTCM International Students

8. Statement of Financial Support for SHUTCM International Students

Program of Chinese Language (Traditional Chinese Medicine-oriented)

Program Orientation

This program aims to cultivate talents who have certain level of Chinese and basic TCM knowledge, are proficient in Chinese writing and speaking, and are able to use Chinese proficiently for international exchange and cooperation in TCM, international communication of TCM culture, and international trade in TCM.

Main Courses

· Basic Chinese Language

· Intermediate-level Chinese Language

· Advanced-level Chinese Language

· Chinese Language of Medicine

· TCM Basic Theory

· History of Chinese Medicine

· Acupuncture and Moxibustion Technique

· Basics of Chinese Materia Medica

· Introduction to TCM Classics

· Traditional Chinese Life Nurturing

· Medicated Diet of Chinese Medicine

· Basics of Management

· Pharmaceutical Trade

· Internship

Graduation and Academic Degree

A Bachelor of Arts will be awarded upon completion of

· Required credits all courses in the teaching scheme (Attachment 1)

· Pass of all examinations

· New HSK 6≥180

Type of class

Independent

Application Time

December 1, 2021 – July 15, 2022

Opening of Program

September, 2022 (Refer to Admission Notice and Notice of Registration for exact dates)

Admission prerequisites

· High school graduation or above; certified transcripts of A-Level course, IB or AP

· New HSK 4≥180 (for non-Chinese ethnics) or pass the entrance examination of Chinese in SHUTCM

· Applicants emigrating from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao or Taiwan must hold a valid foreign citizenship for no less than 4 years and a record of residency in the country for no less than 2 years in the most recent 4 years (Before April 30, 2022). (Actual residency for 9 months can be counted as one year based on entry and exit stamps)

· 16-55 years old

Fees

· 450 RMB for application (The actual amount university receives)

· 20,000 RMB/year for tuition

· Purchase fee for textbooks

· Accommodation

· (1) Refer to "Introduction of International Student's Dormitory" (Attachment 2) (Current dormitory pricing, for reference only). Dormitories allocated upon admission will be arranged based on all student applications. Dormitory fees may fluctuate based on 2022 pricing regulations.

(2) Students can live off-campus upon approval by the University. All charges will be paid for by the students.

Application Documents

· Copy of the student's passport (Passport within 6 months validity from the date of submission)

· High school graduation diploma or above and/or A-Level/IB/AP course transcripts

· HSK certificate (for non-Chinese ethnics)

· Certificate of Non-Criminal Record (Or sign a commitment with SHUTCM)

· Statement of Financial Support (Or provide bank statement which can cover all fees needed in China or ownership certificate of chattels and realties)

· Invoice of the application fee

· Student ID Photo:

File name and type: Chinese name, JPG file

Requirement: Blue or white background, Bareheaded, 3.5*5.4cm, 626*413px resolution, 100-500k

Note: The photo will be used for your student ID card. Please ensure that the photo fulfills all above requirements. Usage of student ID may be compromised if requirements are not met.

Application Detail

All applications documents to be accurately completed and uploaded online according to requirements stated on the website. Application website--https://apply.shutcm.edu.cn. Application documents to be uploaded under "additional documents".

· Ensure accurate completion of information pertaining financial guarantor.

· Payment of application fees through bank transfer requires indication of applicant's passport name and application number under remittance information. Payment of application fees through online remittance requires a screenshot indicating payment success and the applicant’s passport name and application number. Application fees will not be refunded as a result of the following circumstances: application documents does not fulfill requirements or admission not granted upon appraisal of registration or admission forfeit by student.

· Students with following conditions are not recommended to apply:

(1) Corrected visual acuity (with spectacles ororthokeratology lens) to 4.8 in any eye with eyeglasses prescription of more than 800 diopters

(2) Blindness in one eye and corrected visual acuity to 4.8 in the other with eyeglasses prescription of more than 400 diopters

(3) Hearing within 3 meters in both ears, or total deafness in one ear and hearing within 5 meters in the other

(4) Strabismus, dull sense of smell, or stutter

Applicants suffering from chronic conditions should clarify with the University if they are fit to apply before online submission of application.

· Admission will be decided based on appraisal of submitted documents. Upon receipt of all application documents and validation by the application committee, the "Admission Notice" and "Visa Application for Study in China" (JW202 or JW201 forms) will be sent to the applicant.

· Chinese Government Scholarshipapplicants are required to submit Foreigner Physical Examination Form (Attachment 5); Shanghai Government Scholarship applicants are required to submit Foreigner Physical Examination Form (attachment 5) or Physical Examination Form for Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship Applicants of SHUTCM International Students (Attachment 6).

· All accepted applicants are to bring along original copies of their application documents and proof of health (health examination report) for validation. The University reserves the right to revoke offer of admission if admission documents are found to be inconsistent.

· According to government regulations, all international students are to be under insurance coverage. Students are required to purchase insurance covering 1 year upon registration. Students who do not complete insurance payment according to yearly government-advised prices (insurance fee for 2021 is 800 RMB for 1 year) may be denied registration or dismissed from the University.

Scholarships

● Chinese Government Scholarship

Chinese Government Scholarship for international students shall be delivered according to the Regulations on Management of Chinese Government Scholarship by Ministry of Education. Students who apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship Category A and take SHUTCM as the first choice please contact Admissions Office, International Education College for Pre-Admission Notice. No Pre-Admission Notice is required for students who are directly recommended by SHUTCM for the application of the Chinese Government Scholarship Category B.

For more information, please visit: https://www.campuschina.org/

● Shanghai Government Scholarship

● University Scholarships

· Pre-enrollment Scholarships

· Encouragement Scholarships

· "Belt and Road" Scholarships

● Credit Transfer and Accumulation Bank

According to Interim Regulation on the Application of Credit Transfer and Accumulation Bank (Attachment 4), applicants of the undergraduate degree program who have studied courses which can be transferred or certified in the Credit Bank before or after the enrollment shall be deemed to have finished the corresponding credits of the degree elective courses. Self-financed students are eligible to take it for tuition remission.

Contact Us

· Venue: Room 230, Admission Office, International Education College, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

· Address: No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai. Postal code: 201203

· Telephone: (86 21) 51322255; Fax: (86 21) 51322276

· Email: iec.admissions@shutcm.edu.cn

· University Bank Account:

Account Name: Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bank Name: Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Dong’an Road Branch

Bank Address: No.520, Wan Pin Nan Rd., Shanghai, China 200032

Account No. : 1001239109004636961

SWIFT CODE: ICBKCNBJSHI

CNAPS Code: 102290023910