MBBS in English (Clinical Medicine) (Antumn)

Fujian Medical University (FJMU) is a prominent public medical university located in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, China. Established in 1937, FJMU has a rich history and has grown into a leading institution in medical education, research, and healthcare. As a comprehensive medical university, FJMU offers a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, covering various disciplines in medicine, nursing, and health sciences.

FJMU is distinguished for its commitment to medical research and healthcare service. The university places a strong emphasis on cultivating skilled healthcare professionals, contributing to advancements in medical science, and addressing healthcare challenges. While specific global rankings may vary, FJMU is recognized both nationally and internationally for its contributions to medical education and research. The university's modern facilities, experienced faculty, and focus on clinical practice make it a preferred choice for students aspiring to pursue careers in the medical and health sciences. FJMU's enduring legacy and ongoing dedication to excellence position it as a key institution in the medical education landscape.

Teaching Objectives

The course aims to educate students to study basic theory and elementary knowledge in medicine, gain basic clinical skills of some common diseases diagnosis processing, have the primary treatment ability to urgent, difficult and severe symptoms, and be qualified for careers in hospitals, the medical and health units, medical science research departments as well as other organizations related medicine.

IntroductionThe curriculum planning shall include the following three parts:

1. Chinese culture and natural science courses. In order to facilitate their learning and life in China and contact with patients in their medical practice, the Chinese language shall be a compulsory course during the whole undergraduate medical program in English for international students in China.

2. Basic medical sciences, behavioral science, humanities, social science and medical ethics, preventive medicine and clinical medicine. It is also required to pass the examinations of these courses respectively.

3. Internship. The institutions shall meticulously organize the reasonable arrangement of the internship. The duration of the internship is one year (at least 48 weeks).

Main Courses

Anatomy, Genetics, Embryology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Pharmacology, Immunology, Forensic Medicine, Microbiology & Parasitology, Community Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Radiology, Dentistry, Ear, Nose & Throat, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesiology etc.

Internship

The internship will be arranged by the university. It lasts for one year (at least 48 weeks) and the location and tuition fee during the internship period are to be determined.Fee StructureTuition Fee: 35, 000 RMB/yearAccommodation Fee: 4,000 RMB /year (Double Room)Registration Fee: NoneApplication Fee: USD150Physical Examination Fee: 350 RMB/yearResidence Permit Application Fee: 800 RMB /yearInsurance Fee: RMB 600Cost of Living: 600~1000 RMB/monthIn Total: 48750~53550RMB/yearDegree AwardedMBBS Degree: upon graduation, students need to pass the HSK 3 to get the diploma.

On completing the requirements of the teaching program and passing the graduation examinations successfully, international medical undergraduates will be granted a graduation certificate and conferred a medical degree by the host institution, if they meet the degree regulations of the host institution. The English copy of the degree will state MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery).

Note:The course requires students to pay tuition or admission deposit before issuing admission package.

Career After obtaining MBBS Degree, the graduates can apply to take the medical licensing examination in the medical council in order to get registered and practice medicine. According to the regulations in different countries, the students may need to do the degree accreditation first. A MBBS degree holder can find jobs in government as well as private hospitals, nursing homes and other health facilities. Except this, one can also start his own clinic or pursue study for master's degree.

Fujian Medical University (FMU), founded in 1937, is one of the earliest public undergraduate medical colleges in China. It is a "double first-class" university in Fujian Province with a focus on medicine, coordinated development of multiple disciplines and a complete talent training system. It is jointly built by the Fujian Provincial People's Government and the National Health Commission. It is a health personnel training center, medical science research center and medical and health service center of Fujian Province, and its comprehensive strength is among the advanced ranks of similar medical colleges in China.

The university currently has two campuses in Qishan and Wushan, covering an area of about 1550 mu, with more than 14,700 teaching and medical staff (including affiliated hospitals) and more than 18,000 full-time students. There are 1,664 full-time teachers (including clinical teachers), of which 57.09% have a doctor's degree and 68.63% have senior professional titles. It has 53 national-level high-level talents and 2 "Nightingale" Medal winners; There are 4 state-level specialties and 11 state-level first-class undergraduate specialties. There are 6 first-level disciplines authorized for doctoral degree, 2 doctoral professional degree programs, 9 first-level disciplines authorized for master's degree programs, and 9 professional master's degree programs. There are 2 post-doctoral research mobile stations in clinical medicine and basic medicine, 4 post-doctoral workstations and 2 academician workstations. Six disciplines, including clinical medicine, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Chemistry, Neuroscience and Behavior, Biology and biochemistry, and molecular biology and genetics, are ranked in the top 1% of ESI's global rankings. There are 6 provincial-level first-class disciplines such as clinical medicine and basic medicine.

The university has 4 affiliated hospitals, including Union Hospital, the First Affiliated Hospital, the second Affiliated Hospital and the Stomatological Hospital, and 7 clinical medical schools. The affiliated hospital has 21 national key clinical specialties such as neurology, hematology, cardiac vascular surgery, and general surgery. The Affiliated Union Medical College Hospital and the Affiliated First Hospital are the first batch of high-level hospitals to be built in Fujian Province, both of which have entered the "Top 100 Hospitals in China" list of Fudan University Hospital Management Institute.

Fujian Medical University (FMU) is one of the universities accredited by the Ministry of Education of China to enroll international students majoring in clinical medicine at undergraduate level (taught in English), and has officially enrolled students since September 2009. Students from more than 50 countries, including India, Bangladesh, Mauritius, Pakistan, Thailand, Kenya, Somalia, Iran, Zambia and the United States, have enrolled more than 700 international students.

Currently FMU has two campuses in Shangjie and Taijiang, with a total land area of about 87 hectares and a building area of 379,000 square meters. Apartment for International Students is in Shangjie Campus.

Shangjie Campus

Overseas Education College of Fujian Medical University is located in Administrative Building Block A, Teaching Area, Shangjie Campus, University Town. The International Students Apartment is near the main entrance of the Living Area, about 100 meters .

International student dormitory

Introductions：

All rooms are equipped with wardrobe, desk, chair, equipped bed, television, air conditioner and shared bathroom.

Dormitory reservations about accepting applications for a specific time please contact directly with Fujian Medical University. 

Accommodation Fee: RMB 4000 / person/academic year (double)

Such as dormitory water, electricity, Internet fees and other expenses should be paid by international students.

★ The above content is for reference, the specific fee standard is subject to the price at the time of admission.

★ Chinese Government full scholarship students are exempt from the application fee, tuition fee, accommodation fee and comprehensive medical insurance.

3 Steps to Apply to a Chinese University

1.Non-chinese citizens aged 18-30, high school graduate or equivalent, in good physical and mental health (no color blindness, no color weakness).

2.The applicant must have lived abroad for more than 2 years in the last 4 years (before April 30 of the year of enrollment).

3.Language ability requirements: For non-English speakers, English language ability must be supported by IELTS, TOEFL or other English test scores (IELTS score of no less than 6.0, no less than 5.0; Toefl score of no less than 85 points on Internet based, no less than 20 points on each item, or no less than 580 points on Paper based) or other equivalent English test score proof; Native English speakers who submit an official certificate of full English instruction in secondary school are exempt from IELTS or TOEFL scores.

1.Scanned copy of valid passport information page;

2.notarized certificate of the highest academic qualification.

If the applicant is a current student, he/she must submit a pre-graduation certificate or study certificate issued by his/her school;

3.Transcripts of all courses at the highest level of education (Chinese/English transcripts can be provided;

if they are in languages other than English, English translations and notarization are required);

4.certificate photo (blue background 2 inch bareheaded photo);

5.The Financial Guarantee Letter of Fujian Medical University for International Students and the scanned copy of the guarantee materials to prove the financial sources of personal financial resources or family financial support, government funding, financial guarantor sponsorship, etc.;

6.The scanned copy of the original "Physical Examination Form for Foreigners", which is printed by the Chinese health and quarantine department and must be filled in Chinese or English;

7.Proof of language ability;

8 .Applicants under the age of 18 must provide the original and photocopy of the power of attorney certified by the Chinese embassy or consulate in the country of origin.

9.Non-criminal record or Chinese/English-translated document with an official stamp.

★ The above materials will not be returned regardless of whether they are accepted or not.

Fujian Provincial Government Scholarship: 35,000RMB/ Academic year

★The number of seats are subject to Provincial Government policy.

Students need to pay tuition fee first, the scholarship will be awarded to students during the first year

Students need to pay 5% of the tuition fee as a deposit, the deposit will be used in second year tuition fee

Students are required to sit for entrance exams and interviews