Wuhan University

Clinical Medicine(MBBS in English)

Wuhan University
The Clinical Medicine(MBBS in English) at Wuhan University is a 6 Years long program for international students, taught in English.

IntroductionIntroduction

Founded in 1893, Wuhan University is among the oldest and most prestigious universities in China. It has been attached great importance by Chinese government since the founding of China. Hailed as the most beautiful campus among all the universities in China, WHU has attracted not only Chinese student but also foreign students coming from more than 50 different countries and regions worldwide. You can choose your favorite course among a large number of disciplines including Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS in English), Business Administration, Electronic Information Engineering, and so on. You will find it a good choice to study there.
 

ProgramAbout the Program

Course Introduction


This program includes 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).



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.



Main Courses

Biochemistry, Anatomy, immunology, biochemistry experiment, Immunology experiment, Physiology, Infectious Disease, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Surgery Practice, Medical Chinese, Infectious Disease Practice etc.


Fee Structure


Tuition Fee: 40,000RMB/year


Accommodation Fee: RMB 9,600~28,000 per year/US$ 1,353~3,944 

Physical examination: Around RMB 500 / US$ 71


Residence Permit:RMB 400 / US$ 57 per year


Textbooks:Minimum RMB 500 / US$ 71 per year


Living expenses:

Minimum RMB 1,500 / US$ 212 per month 





Internship


The internship is arranged in the 6th year with duration of 1 year (at least 48 weeks). Students can choose to do the internship/training in China, their home country or any other country. During the internship period, the tuition fee is still RMB 32,000 per year.



For students who would like to do the internship in China, they should pass the new HSK 4 to contact with the patients. WHU would arrange the internship at one of its 2 affiliated hospitals - Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University and Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University.



The hospitals have 2800 beds, 15 million out-patients per year, 50,000 in-patients per year, 25,000 major operations and a full list of disciplines covering 100 clinical and auxiliary departments and 30 laboratories.


For those who do their internships in other countries, WHU need to do a qualification evaluation on the chosen hospital. After the internship, if they have finished the graduation thesis and thesis defense in the first five years, they can get their diploma and if they can’t return to China, the school can provide mail service.


And, students have to take the final examination on Theory Test and Clinical Evaluation in WHU before graduation.


Degree Awarded


MBBS Degree: Upon graduation, students need to pass the HSK 3 (New HSK 4) 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).


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.



About Wuhan University

 

Overview

Wuhan University (WHU) is a comprehensive and key national university directly under the administration of the Ministry of Education. It is also one of the "211 Project" and "985 Project"universities with full support in the construction and development from the central and local government of China.

 

History
The history of Wuhan University can be traced back to Ziqiang Institute, which was founded in 1893 by Zhang Zhidong, the then governor of Hubei Province and Hunan Province in the late Qing Dynasty. In the process of development and evolution, the institute changed its name several times before it was finally named Wuhan National University in 1928. It is one of the earliest comprehensive national universities in modern China. By the end of 1946, the university had established 6 colleges, the colleges of liberal art, law, sciences, engineering, agriculture and medicine. In 2000, an amalgamation of the former Wuhan University, Wuhan University of Hydraulic and Electric Engineering, Wuhan Technical University of Surveying and Mapping, and Hubei Medical University was announced, which ushered in a new era in its 100-odd years of development.

 

For the past century, Wuhan University has built an elegant palatial architectural complex of primitive simplicity which blends perfectly the eastern architectural style with that of the west. It is honored as the "Most Beautiful University in China." Furthermore, Wuhan University's centennial humanistic accumulation boils down to its succinct motto, that is, "Improve Oneself, Promote Perseverance, Seek Truth and Make Innovations."

 

Education
Since its establishment, Wuhan University has cultivated more than 300 thousand professional talents in various occupations, among whom there are over 100 members of the Chinese Academy of Science and the Chinese Academy of Engineering. They have made great contribution to the national construction and social advancement. The remarkable achievements of Wuhan University have won itself an extensive international reputation. In 1999, the world renowned journalSciencelisted Wuhan University as one of the most prominent institutions of higher education in China.

 

Development
Burgeoning are the international exchanges and cooperation of Wuhan University in recent years. It has established cooperative relationship with more than 400 universities and research institutes in over 70 countries and regions.

 

Now Wuhan University is endeavoring to shape itself into a world-class comprehensive research university domestically and internationally.

 

Accommodation


Located in Wuhan, Hubei Province, south of China, Wuhan University, as central China’s largest university, is consisted of theer campuses, including the Old Campus(Faculty of Arts and Sciences), the Main Campus (Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Information Sciences and Faculty of Humanities and Science) and the Medical Campus (Faculty of Medical Sciences). 


The International Students are mainly in the International Education College of Wuhan University, located on the Main Campus. They are mainly lodged in the famous Maple Garden.


Foreign Students Buildings in Maple Garden

Introductions 

Facilities: Central Air Conditioner, telephone, broadband Internet access, closed-circuit TV, flush toilet and water heater 

Room Price

No.1 Building

Studio: RMB40 per person per day (four bedrooms and one living room)

No.2 Building

Single Room: RMB50 per person per day

No.4 Building

Double Room: RMB 30 per person per day (two bedrooms and one living room)

No.5&6 Building

Studio: RMB 50 per person per day (two single bedrooms and one living room)


Medical Campus

Foreign Students Building

Introductions 

Facilities: Air conditioner, telephone, broadband Internet access, closed circuit TV, flush toilet and water heater 

Room Price 

Single Room: RMB 60 per person per day (ordinary single room)
Single Room: RMB 70 per person per day (grand single room)

Double Room: RMB 40 per person per day







Fees

Application Fee:
$ 150 USD
Service Fee:
$ 50 USD
Tuition fee:
$ 5555 USD/per year
 
¥ 40000 CNY/per year

Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a Chinese University

1

Choose Programs

2

Apply Online

3

ENROLL IN CHINA

Entry Requirements

        1. High school graduate or above, or have passed Grade Twelve (10+2)/FSc./A Level/WAEC or equivalent. 


2. At least 70% score in science subjects: Mathematics, English, Biology, Physics and Chemistry.

3.age:18-25


 

Application Materials

l Copy of the passport biographical page(be valid at least till December 2025) and copy of the visa issued by a Chinese embassy (if available)

l High school graduation diploma or proof of impending graduation (in Chinese or English)

l High school transcripts (in Chinese or English)

l HSK report (Chinese-taught programs only)

l Financial certification/bank statement (US$5,000 or above)

l English language proficiency certificate, e.g. TOEFL/TOEFL

l Essential/IELTS/others (English-taught programs only)

l Candidates who have prior learning experiences in China should provide evidence of their academic performance from their previous institution(s).

l Physical examination report issued within six months (the original report must be submitted upon registration)

Note

l Applicants are required to submit scanned copies of all required documents during application. All uploaded documents must be in Chinese or English; otherwise, notarized translations in Chinese or English are required. The original documents and notarized translations must be submitted upon registration.


Interview & Examination

Applicants who pass the application documentation review will proceed to the interview and entrance exam stage. The time and mode of the interview and exam will be advised via email. Outstanding applicants recognized by Wuhan University will be exempted from the interview.


update time: 2025-03-11

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