Study MBBS in Fudan University

2023 Jan-18

Fudan University is one of the universities  approved by the Ministry of Education of China that can enroll international students in English Taught undergraduate programs in Medicine.

Fudan University began enrolling international mbbs students in 2008.

The program aims to nurture high-caliber medical graduates with solid medical knowledge, competent clinical skills, and professionalism, while giving due consideration to the possible needs for them to serve in countries outside China. Graduates of the program will have the ability to work in medical and health institutions, making meaningful contributions to the areas of patient care, education, and research.

Program Overview

According to the “Provisional Regulations on Quality Control Standards of English-Taught Medical Undergraduate Education for International Students in China”, the Ministry of Education of China has approved Fudan University as one of 45 universities in China permitted to enroll international students in English-taught undergraduate programs in medicine. To promote international education, Fudan University began enrolling international students in the English-taught undergraduate medical program in fall 2008. The program aims to nurture high-caliber medical graduates with solid medical knowledge, competent clinical skills, and professionalism, while giving due consideration to the possible needs for them to serve in countries outside China. Graduates of the program will have the ability to work in medical and health institutions, making meaningful contributions to the areas of patient care, education, and research. 

The program is taught completely in English and follows the principles of consolidating academic knowledge, with emphasis on technical skills, interdisciplinary studies, and clinical practice. 

Offered by the Shanghai Medical College of Fudan University, this program is open to international students intending to pursue the science and practice of medicine. Excellent students will have the opportunity to participate in overseas clinical internship programs. After completing the required number of credits, students will be conferred a diploma from Fudan University, and qualified students will receive a degree of Bachelor of Medicine and the Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). Graduates will have the opportunity to register for medical licensing exams in accordance with the requirements of the relevant regulatory bodies of the countries in which they choose to practice.

Curriculum (for reference only)

Program Duration: 6 years

Students per Cohort: 40 international students

Application Period: From December 12, 2022 to March 27, 2023.

Application Documents:

1. Photocopy of valid passport identification page. Only ordinary passport is accepted and the expiry date should be later than September 30, 2023.

2. Applicants currently residing in China must provide a copy of the page containing a valid visa or residence permit.

3. Diploma of highest degree conferred or proof of impending graduation (for applicants in their final year of study) (Original or notarized copy, with notarized Chinese or English translation, if original not in Chinese or English).

4. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (original or notarized copy, with notarized Chinese or English translation, if original not in Chinese or English).

5. Original or notarized copy of following English language test result (only for applicants whose native language is not English), students from high school with major courses taught in English may be waivered of the English language test.

6. Two letters of recommendation in Chinese or English from

whom can attest to the quality of the applicant’s academic performance and scholastic potential. The letters must include  recommenders’ phone number and email address. If the letters cannot be uploaded by the applicant, the applicant can send the

link in the system to the recommender for filling in the letter.

7. Applicants who are under 18 years old by September 1, 2023 must submit a Guarantee Statement

8. Applicants in category Application Qualification 2：

（1）Applicants who were born in a foreign country and have acquired foreign citizenship at birth, should provide documents to prove that one or both of the applicant’s parents have acquired permanent residence of the country before the applicant’s birth. Applicants who have emigrated from Chinese mainland/ Hong Kong/ Macao/ Taiwan and have acquired foreign citizenship should provide documentation of cancellation/rescission of his/her Chinese citizenship.

(2) If the applicant has ever visited or lived in Chinese mainland/Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan, the applicant should submit entry and exit records and relevant visa or residence permit from April 30, 2019 (inclusive) upon application.

9. Applicants may submit additional supporting documents which may demonstrate their comprehensive abilities along with the required documents, for example, award certificates, published essays, admission notices from other universities, etc.

10. Statement of non-criminal record.

11. Statement of personal financial capacity or financial support.

Interview:

1. Date: April 22, 2023 (Saturday) or April 23, 2023 (Sunday)

The university will shortlist candidates for the interview based on the application materials and will inform the qualified applicants of the exact time for interview.

2. Interview Qualification

From April 15, 2023, applicants can check interview qualification in online application system.

★Due to possible unexpected situation, the interview plan may be adjusted.

★The change of major is not allowed during the study period.

★If fraud or favoritism is found, upon verification, severe consequences apply. If found during the application process, eligibility for admission will be disqualified. If found prior to

matriculation, matriculation eligibility will be disqualified. If found after matriculation, admission and student status will be withdrawn.

Time of Enrollment: Late August or early September 2023 (for specific time, please refer to Admission Notice)

The admitted students must go through the admission and registration procedures in strict accordance with the requirements of Fudan University. The original visa and diploma of highest

degree conferred will be verified upon enrollment. Those who do not submit corresponding documents required will be disqualified from admission.

Students who have obtained the student status of Fudan University may not pursue degrees in other higher institutions at the same time (except institutions that have joint-degree programs with Fudan University). If any of the above circumstances is found, the student will be expelled from Fudan University.

Tuition: 75,000 RMB/year (exact amount of tuition fees will be announced upon enrollment)

Scholarship: Shanghai Government Scholarship (Type B)

Two of the most excellent applicants who are finally admitted to the program will be awarded Shanghai Government Scholarship (Type B) and can be exempted from the tuition fee.

If you are willing to apply for the scholarship, please visit the website of Shanghai Government Scholarship and complete the scholarship application as required.