Overview
About the programme
A student in the Chinese Medicine programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong may be required to attend and participate in seminars/workshops of the School, as well as those of relevant topics offered by other departments as deemed appropriate by the supervisors. They also have to present seminars summarizing research work performed. A total of at least 36 units with a written thesis are required for graduation.
Programme Structure
Fields of Specialization:
- Pharmacological, biological, and biochemical studies of Chinese medicines
- Evidence based and clinical studies of Chinese medicine
- Clinical and experimental studies of acupuncture
- Basic theory & literature research in Chinese medicine
- R&D of Chinese medicinal products for health
- Phytochemistry & quality control of Chinese medicines
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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- Clearing Round: March 31
- Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Complementary & Alternative MedicineAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A recognized Master’s degree in Chinese Medicine, biomedical-related or chemical science.
- A bachelor's degree, normally with Second Class Honours in the upper division or above, and have been registered in a course of study for a master's degree at this University for at least one year and have demonstrated research ability; or
- Been registered in a course of study for a doctoral degree at a recognized university for at least one year, and have been approved for admission by the Graduate Council; or
- Obtained the degrees of M.B., Ch.B., or equivalent, or under special circumstances, the degree of bachelor, for admission to programmes of the Faculty of Medicine.
Tuition Fee
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International
42100 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 42100 HKD per year during 36 months. -
National
42100 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 42100 HKD per year during 36 months.
- 42,100 HKD per year
Living costs for Hong Kong
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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