Clinical Medicine ( MBBS in English)

Located in Changchun, Jilin University (JLU) is a leading national university under the direct jurisdiction of  the Ministry of Education of China. It has forty-three colleges covering twelve academic disciplines, including philosophy,economics, law, literature, education, history, science, engineering, agriculture,medicine,  management and military science. Jilin University has established worldwide exchange and cooperation ties with more than 110 universities, colleges, and research institutes in 25 countries/districts. . Over 1,200 foreign students are currently enrolled each year in Jilin University.

Jilin Universityis recognized by WHO and the graduates of MBBS program are eligible to take the Medical Licensing Examinations held by the medical councils in different countries such as MCI, PMDC, USMLE, HPCSA, SCHS etc.

The curriculum system in Jilin University has undertaken reform since 2011. The teaching schedule is based on the American USMLE syllabus, combining theory and practice instead of the former teaching mode: learn theory firstly then practice.

Teaching ObjectivesThe 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

Human Anatomy, Histology & Embryology, Microbiology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Diagnosis, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Community Medicine, Psychiatry, Rehabilitation Medicine, Emergency Medicine, etc.

Fee StructureTuition Fee: 33000 RMB/yearMedical Insurance: 600 RMB /year (provided by the college)Physical Examination: RMB 400Accommodation Fee: 7200 RMB/yearBooks fee: Around RMB 1000Visa Fee: RMB 400Cost of Living: 600-1,500 RMB/month

In Total: 50200 -61000 RMB/year

Study Duration

The study duration is 6 years, including 1 year of internship in hospital.

Internship and CareerThe internship for MBBS program students is 1 year (at least 48 weeks) with tuition fee of RMB 33,000 per year. Students can choose to do it in China, their home country or any other country.

In general, international students would like to do the internship in China. However, if students want to do the internship in other country, JLU needs to do a qualification evaluation on the hospital which student chooses. Students should choose a hospital recognized by WHO and complete the required internship weeks and content. An internship certificate is also necessary.

For the internship in China, there’s no requirement on HSK level and if the student’s Chinese is not good, the university will arrange a translator to assist during the internship. As to the accommodation, students have free choice to live in campus or outside.

International students will do their internship in the teaching hospitals of JLU as following:

1. The First Affiliated Hospital (former First Clinical College of Norman Bethune Medical University)

2. The Second Affiliated Hospital (former Second Clinical College of Norman Bethune Medical University)

3. The Third Affiliated Hospital (China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University)

These three affiliated comprehensive hospitals totalize 5500 open beds for the patients and the internship students.

Apart from the three main teaching hospitals, there are more than 30 cooperative hospitals that provide internship resources for medical students of Norman Bethune College of Medicine.

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

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.

Degree AwardedMBBS Degree: 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 JLU, if they meet the degree regulations of the university. 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.

Introduction

Jilin University is located in Changchun, Jilin province. It has six campuses: Qianwei Campus, Chaoyang Campus, Xinmin Campus, Nanhu Campus, Nanling Campus and Heping Campus. Bus stops, bank, post office, shops, and restaurants are all within walking distance from the apartments. 

The international students are assigned to the nearest according to their professions. The school does not accept reservations. All the international students can live in a double room. And every room is equipped with private bathroom with shower, desk and chair, wardrobe in the building. Also all the rooms are equipped with bedding.

Room Price

All the international students can live in a double room, and accommodation price is about RMB 25-35 per person a day. 

3 Steps to Apply to a Chinese University

1. 18 - 30 years old.

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

3. With an average score of 70%.

1.Personal information page of the passport.

2. High school diploma. For fresh high school graduates, proof of expected graduation from the high school should be issued.

3. Transcripts of all high school courses. 4

4. For programs taught in English, the applicants are required to do an English proficiency test organized by the teaching unit or submit an English proficiency score they already have. ★For the MBBS program taught in English, the following are required: above 70 points (IBT) in TOEFL with no less than 15 points in each section or above 6.0 in IELTS with no less than 5.0 in each section or other English proficiency scores; a score of above 70 or C-level in math, physics, chemistry and biology; and an interview organized by the College should be passed.

5. Applicants who have given up their original Chinese citizenship and joined foreign citizenship and both or one of whose parents have Chinese citizenship should submit: (1) proof of having joined foreign nationality for at least 4 years; (2) passport entry and exit records from April 30, 2021 to April 30, 2025.

6. Applicants under 18 by September 1, 2025 must submit: a letter of guarantee from a guardian, who must be an adult residing in Changchun.

7. Foreigner Physical Examination Form (This form is printed by the Chinese quarantine authority and must be completed in English). The applicant should complete each item of the examination in strict accordance with the requirements of the examination form. Incomplete records or those without a photograph of the applicants, without the signature of a doctor, or the official stamp of the hospital are invalid, and the examination results are valid for 6 months.