Tongji University School of Medicine

Tongji University School of Medicine (TUSM) started as the “German Medical School” in 1907 and has been committed to continuing its tradition of excellence in teaching, research and patient care. As one of leading universities in China, we maintain a dedicated and outstanding faculty of over 1300 physicians, surgeons and researchers, and bring together a group of diverse and talented students who are interested in becoming outstanding health-care practitioners and researchers. We have eight affiliated hospitals to provide a supportive environment to translate medical knowledge into daily patient care.

The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgeons (MBBS) Program, initiated in 2011 at the TUSM, is a six-year undergraduate program which was taught in English and authorized by China Ministry of Education. You will study with dedicated faulty members, undertake research and clinical rotations with national top research teams and affiliated hospitals, and receive a globally recognized medical degree as Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. You will also enjoy a dynamic campus life and meet students from all over the world. Our ultimate goal is to train doctors who are competent in the delivery of effective and ethical medical care in today’s rapidly changing health-care environment.

We are delighted to have you with us together to explore the beauty of medicine. Wish all of you a bring future!

Undergraduate Programs

4-yearundergraduate program for Bachelor of Physical Therapy

5-year undergraduate program for Bachelor of Medicine                                  

6-year Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery program for international students (MBBS Program in English)

Nine departments for basic medicine and research:

Dept. of Anatomy, Histology and Neurobiology

Dept. of Physiology and Pharmacology

Dept. of Pathology and Pathophysiology

Dept. of Immunology and Microbiology

Dept. of Regenerative Medicine

Dept. of Public Health

Dept. of Nursing

Dept. of Physical Therapy

TUSM strives for excellence via its tripartite mission of high-quality education, research and health service. The national “Excellent Physicians Training Plan” has been integrated into its education strategy. Every year, up to 150 students are enrolled into the undergraduate programs, 30 international students into the MBBS program, and 400 students into the postgraduate programs. TUSM graduates prove a 20-40% higher pass rate in the China National Medical Licensure Examination compared with the national average level.

The research focuses of TUSM include stem cell/regenerative medicine, Immunology and infection diseases, Oncology, Geriatrics and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which bring more than 200 million RMB annual research funding and lead to more than 400 publications in renowned journals, such as Science, Nature and etc. each year. Eight affiliated hospitals with over 5000 registered beds in total are responsible for students' clinical training and internship. They own eight national key clinical research laboratories in thoracic surgery, gastroenterology, gynecology, occupational diseases, respiratory diseases, TCM, emergency medicine and nursing, and to provide a supportive environment to translate medical knowledge into daily patient care. TUSM has established partnership with universities and institutions all over the world, which provides our top 30% students with opportunities of research or clinical rotations, and provides our faculty members with opportunities of continuing professional training in well-known foreign universities as well. TUSM also participates in many international collaboration research projects and accommodates students and physicians from different countries, more than 70% from Europe and America for research and clinical training. The various international collaboration programs further contribute to TUSM's pursuit of its triple mission of education, research, and health service.

 

Different Scholarships :

MBBS students will be provided with opportunities for different scholarships. In order to qualify for a scholarship, applicants must meet the specified requirements. Scholarships are awarded based on the thorough evaluation of all merits in terms of academic performance,leadership competence and etc.

TUSM MBBS Scholarship

•  Dean’s Scholarship for top 5% students

•  Excellence Scholarship for up to 10% students

•  Honor Scholarship for up to 30% students

TONGJI President’s Scholarship for International Students

SHANGHAI Municipal Government Scholarship

Authorized by the state Ministry of Education, Tongji University School of Medicine (abbr. TUSM) started the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Program in 2011.

The ultimate goal of this program is to train physicians and surgeons who are potentially competent in the delivery of effective and ethical medical care in today’s rapidly changing health-care environment.

As one of the most leading universities in China (Top three in Shanghai), Tongji University has been committed to offering internationally-standardized medical education by means of its geographical advantage and disciplinary strength. At TUSM, there is always a large number of dedicated and outstanding faculty, as well as diverse and talented students from home and abroad.

For MBBS program, all the courses are taught in English. The curriculum has been professionally designed to help students gain sound integrity, solid ground of medical sciences, systematic knowledge of clinical medicine and skills and the capabilities of problem-solving in patient care. The Courses are tailored so that students are able to take Physician Qualification Exams required by the relevant regulatory bodies of different countries to be doctors in their home country. Besides, MBBS Students are encouraged to take USMLE from the fourth year when they begin clinical courses. Eight affiliated hospitals offer increased opportunities for MBBS students to do clinical rotations in various clinical departments.

Upon graduation, every eligible student is sure to receive a globally recognized medical degree as Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Tongji University.

Tuition & Fees

Category	Expenses (CNY)	Payment Method
Application Fee	410 (One-off)	Bank transfer * Non-refundable
Tuition	45,000 per year	Bank transfer or on-site payment using Chinese Debit Cards or in CNY cash
Insurance Fee	600 per year	Bank transfer or on-site payment using Chinese Debit Cards or in cash
Visa Application	800 per year	On-site payment in CNY cash
Physical Check	600 per year	On-site payment in CNY cash

Basic Living Expenses

Category	Expenses (CNY)	Payment Method
On-campus Accommodation	(It varies depending on the room type) Single: 14,400~28,800 per semester Double: 7,200~14,400 per semester	On-site payment using Chinese Debit Cards or in CNY cash

*Bank Transfer Information:

Beneficiary Bank Name: Bank of China, Shanghai Branch

Beneficiary Bank Address: 23 Zhongshan Road (E.1) Shanghai 200002, P.R.China

Swift Code: BKCHCNBJ300

Beneficiary Name: TongJi University

Beneficiary Bank Account：433859245525

Application Documents Required :

• Authenticated copy of high school diploma;
• Transcripts reflecting the student’s academic performance in high school, or

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• One recommendation letter;
• Copy of Certificates that can prove English proficiency;
• Filled-out application form
• Copy of valid international passport.
• No-Criminal Records from local Police Station

You will be required to confirm the offer and prepay CNY 6000 (to be deducted from your tuition) to secure your seat in the MBBS program by the expiry date noted on your Admission Notice. The Admission Notice and Visa Application Form (JW202) will be then posted to The School of Chinese Language.

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