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2016 Admission guide for overseas students in Beijing University of Chinese Medicine

Release date：2016-01-12

Why TCM

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasured heritage to China and contributes greatly to the development of Chinese culture.

Concentrated with rich knowledge and healthy life styles, TCM has systematic theories and unique medical approaches.

Caring about mental and physical health, TCM provides supreme medical services to the public.

Being a TCM doctor renders you with more versatile in treatment approaches and more confidence in professional development.

Welcome to TCM community.

About BUCM

Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (BUCM) is located in the capital city of Beijing, which is China’s political, economic and cultural centre, also the confluence of some of the world’s most prestigious universities. Beijing is home to one of the most ancient civilizations in the world, known for its distinctive traditional culture and outstanding educational resources.

BUCM is the only TCM university affiliated with the Ministry of Education in China. Many of famous experts and teachers here together, BUCM combines traditional with modern elements perfectly. Upholding the philosophy:“Inspiring the desire for knowledge while transferring traditions and promoting innovation", BUCM is dedicated to imparting the skills and culture of TCM to future generations. BUCM has trained over 14,000 TCM professionals from over 90 countries and regions, and has formed partnerships with 92 leading universities and research institutions in 27 countries. With excellence in teaching, research and health care, BUCM is a renowned university for TCM both in China and abroad.

Features and Advantages of Studying at BUCM

The Leading Institution for TCM

Highly Qualified English and Chinese Teaching Staff

BUCM is the only university of TCM selected by the Ministry of Education as a demonstration centre for international education. The faculty consists of 4,422 members, 972 of whom are professional teaching staff including 314 doctorate degree supervisors, with 74% of them holding a master degree, while 64% of the teachers are senior professionals.

The Finest Affiliated Hospitals for Clinical Practice

BUCM has four affiliated hospitals: Dongzhimen Hospital, Dongfang Hospital, The Third Affiliated Hospital and Zaozhuang Hospital, which in total provide 3,000 hospital beds and up to 15,000 daily outpatients. BUCM has 37 clinical teaching centres as well as China’s most influential TCM clinic of Guoyitang, where over 200 Chinese medicine masters and experts are stationed long-term. BUCM also operates the Kotzing TCM Clinic in Germany.

High Standards and Quality of Student Training in BUCM

BUCM welcomes the most outstanding students to study in the school, allowing the finest graduates to benefit the society in the future.

A Comprehensive Educational System for TCM

The school offers four undergraduate degree programs: Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chinese Materia Medica, Acupuncture, Moxibustion and Tuina, as well as Integrated Western and Chinese Medicine, all of which highlight the culture and distinguishing characteristics of TCM. Integrated Western and Chinese Medicine provides equal emphasis on TCM and western medicine, while the rest three programs provide students with more than 60% of TCM related courses.

Methods of Class Setting

Teaching is divided into two models: A and B. Students can study together with the Chinese students, or study with the international students.

Comprehensive Clinical Training and Internship Arrangements

Clinical practice is arranged for 58 weeks for undergraduate students, with a variety of experiences throughout the learning period.

A Variety of High Value Scholarships

BUCM offers a variety of scholarships: the Chinese Government Scholarship, the Beijing Foreign Students Scholarship, the China Ministry of Education Scholarship for Outstanding Self-funded Students as well as the BUCM International Students Scholarship. Nearly 50% of freshmen and up to 30% of all enrolled students receive a scholarship.

Extensive Career Paths and Opportunities for Further Study

Work and Study in Beijing

Beijing, China’s cultural, economic, scientific and technological centre, provides graduates with a wide range of employment opportunities.

Graduates of BUCM can take the National Physician Qualification Examination in China.

International students of BUCM have a passing rate of over 60%, which is equivalent to theChinese students.

Students may choose to pursue master or doctoral degrees at BUCM or other institutions of TCM.

Opportunities for Work and Further Study in the Student’s Own Country

Graduates of BUCM are recognized and welcomed by medical institutions all over the world.

Degree Programs

Degree	Program	Language	Length	Entry Requirements	Course
Bachelor	Chinese Medicine	Chinese	5yrs	Students with: ·High school or above academic qualification ·Hold an effective passport for at least 4 years. ·Reside outside of China for at least 2 years. ·Adequate fluency in Chinese or English	First semester: September to January Second semester: February to July
	Acupuncture & Moxibustion
	Integrative Chinese and Western Medicine
	Chinese Materia Medica		4yrs
	Chinese Medicine（including Acupuncture）	English	5yrs
Master	Clinical Chinese Medicine (License &Master Degree)	Chinese	2yrs	Refer to the Enrollment Guide
	Clinical Chinese Medicine (Master Degree)

Short Term Training

Category	Language	Programs	Length
Medical License	Chinese	Chinese Medicine Doctor License	1 yr
Basic Medicine	Chinese, English, Spanish,Russian, Korean	Chinese Medicine Basic Theory and Classics	1or 4 week(s)
Clinical Medicine	Chinese, English, Spanish, Russian, Korean	Efficacious Treatments for Common Diseases
		Chinese Medicine Clinical Techniques
		Featured Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatments Chinese Medicine Treatments
Acupuncture & Moxibustion	Chinese, English, Spanish, Russian, Korean	Acupuncture &Moxibustion Practice
Acupuncture & Moxibustion	Chinese, English, Spanish, Russian, Korean	Tui Na and Medical Massage
Program for Western Medicine Doctors	Chinese, English, Spanish, Russian, Korean	Chinese Medicine Theory and Clinical Practice Training
Language and Chinese Culture	Chinese, English	Preparatory Program	1or1.5yr(s)1.511.1.5yr(s)
Language and Chinese Culture	Chinese, English	Chinese Traditional Culture	1or 4 week(s)
Pharmacy	Chinese, English	Theory and Practice Training for Chinese Materia Medica
Nursing	Chinese, English	Theory and Practice Training for Chinese Medicine Nursing
Health Preservation	Chinese, English	Diet Therapy and Health Preservation	1or 2 week(s)
Traditional Exercise	Chinese, English	Traditional Exercise for Health Preservation Health Preservation	1or 4 week(s)
Beauty Aid	Chinese, English	Chinese Medicine Approaches for Beauty Maintain	1or 2 week(s)

Registration Information

1.Admission Procedure

Submit application documents → Assessment of documents by BUCM → Take the Entrance Examination → Receive the acceptance letter, Foreign Students VISA Application Form and JW202 form → Apply for VISA at the Chinese embassy of the student’s country of origin → Arrive at school

2.Application Documents

·BUCM Application Form for International Students

·Letter of guarantee from a guarantor of Chinese nationality and aphotocopy of their identity card

·Photocopies of the student’s latest qualification certificate and transcripts (original documents are required when reporting to class.)

·A photocopy of passport (original document is required when reporting to class.)

·Two most recent 2-inch passport photos

·Application fee of 800CNY

3.Methods of AcquiringThe Application Forms

·Collect the application documents from the International School’s Admission Office at BUCM.

·Download the application documents from BUCM International School website.

4.Application Period

Applications are accepted year-round.

5.Methods of Application

Applicants may choose one of the following application methods:

·Walk-in application: Applicants can submit their application documents at the BUCM International School’s Admission Office.

·Online application: Download the BUCM Application Form and apply via email.

·Postal application: Applicants can send their application form and other documents required by mail.

6.Tuition Fees

Category	Tuition Fee (CNY) per Year per Person	Starting Date
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree) Programs
Chinese Programs	35,000 CNY	September
English Program	45,000 CNY	September
Short Term Training
Preparatory Program	28,000 CNY	February and September
Traditional Culture Training	2,800 to 45,000 CNY	Lessons start on the first Monday of every month, postponed if less than 10 students sign up.
Short-term TCM Training
TCM Training for Western Physicians
Training for National Physician Qualification Examination	38,000 CNY	August

7.Contact Information

Address:AdmissionOffice,International School, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine

11 Bei San Huan Dong Lu, Beijing,China

Tel: +86-10-64286303

Fax: +86-10-64220858

Email: isbucm@bucm.edu.cn

Website: http://guoji.bucm.edu.cn

Mailing Address: Admission Office, International School, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine

11 Bei San Huan Dong Lu, Beijing,China

Post Code: 100029

Scholarship Opportunities

1.The BUCM International FreshmanScholarship

Please consult Admission Office for details.

2.The Chinese Government Scholarship(Full Scholarship)

The application period for the Chinese Government Scholarship is January to the beginning of April annually. Applicants may refer to the official websites http://www.campuschina.org/ or http://www.csc.edu.cn/laihua/ for the latest information. Alternatively, applicants may contact the Chinese embassies or the BUCM International School.

3.The China Ministry of Education Scholarship for Outstanding Self-funded Students

The assessment is based upon the students’ academic achievement, as well as classroom performance.

Scholarship amount:

18,000 CNY

4.The Beijing Foreign Students Scholarship

The assessment is based upon the students’ academic achievement, as well as classroom performance.

Scholarship amount:

1st prize: 15,000 CNY

2nd prize: 12,000 CNY

3rd prize: 8,000 CNY