The Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours) at IMU University is a five-year degree that introduces students to Chinese medicine in an English-medium setting.
Malaysia
IMU University
Bachelors
Healthcare
In-person
5 Years
US$8,115
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The Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours) at IMU University is a five-year degree that introduces students to Chinese medicine in an English-medium setting. It combines traditional healing knowledge with modern healthcare perspectives, giving the programme a clear professional identity within the healthcare field.
At IMU, the learning experience is shaped by small-group teaching, personalised lecturer support, and a student-centred approach that builds critical thinking and clinical skills. The programme also has an international dimension through partner universities in China, with an additional qualification available through selected pathways. Mandarin support is available when needed, helping students engage with the subject in a practical, academically grounded way.
Chinese Medicine Theory
Scientific Thinking & Introduction to Traditional & Complementary Medicine
Limb & Trunk Anatomy
Selective: Medical Classical Chinese
Selective: Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture & Basic Mandarin
Human Physiology & Biochemistry 1
Head and Viscera Anatomy
Cell Biology & Genetics
Chinese Medicine Diagnosis
Chinese Medicine History & School of Thought
Human Physiology & Biochemistry 2
Chinese Materia Medica & Herbal Formulae 1
Acupuncture & Tuina 1
Selected Readings of Internal Classic
Chinese Materia Medica & Herbal Formulae 2
Psychology for Healthcare Professional
Pharmacology & Toxicology
Pathology
Medical Microbiology
Chinese Medicine Practicum 1
Chinese Internal Medicine 1
Acupuncture & Tuina 2
CSD: Diagnosis
Basic Radiology
MPU4 Social Responsibility
CM Electives
Chinese Internal Medicine 2
Shang Han Lun
Differential Diagnosis in Western Medicine
Chinese Medicine Practicum 2
CM Gynecology
CM Pediatrics
Golden Chamber
Management & Entrepreneurship
Research Methodology & Biostatistics
CM Electives
Research Project 1
Chinese Dermatology & External Medicine
Wen Bing
Medical Law, Regulations & Ethics
First Aid & Emergency Conditions
Chinese Medicine Practicum 3
Supervised Clinical Practice 1
Research Project 2
Supervised Clinical Practice 2
Clinical Practice
Students will undergo Practicum in relevant community settings and industry
Compulsory MPU subjects
Short Semester
MPU
MPU – U1: Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban, or Malay Language Communication 2
MPU – U1: Philosophy & Current Issues
MPU3 Integrity & Anti-Corruption
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| A-Levels | CC Additional school-level requirement
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| Australian Matriculation | 65% aggregate or ATAR 70 Additional school-level requirement
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| NCEA Level 3 | 65% aggregate Additional school-level requirement
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| Canadian Grade 12/13 | 65% aggregate in 6 subjects Additional school-level requirement
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| Australian University Foundation Programmes | 70% aggregate or ATAR 70 Additional school-level requirement
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| Indian Pre-University | 65% aggregate Additional school-level requirement
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| IB Diploma | 27 points Additional school-level requirement
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| American High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP) | CGPA 2.50 Additional school-level requirement
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| Foundation Studies | IMU Foundation in Science / equivalent cGPA of 2.50 Additional school-level requirement
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| Degree | BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00 |
| Diploma | Required qualifications
Additional optionDiploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine with 2 years working experience in the related field – cGPA 2.00 |
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS | Overall band score of 5.5 |
| TOEFL iBT | Overall score of 46 / Scale score of 3.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) | Overall score of 162 |
| Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) | Overall score of 162 |
| Cambridge Linguaskill | Overall score of 160 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) | Overall score of 51 |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$8,115 |
| Year 2 | US$8,115 |
| Year 3 | US$8,115 |
| Year 4 | US$8,115 |
| Year 5 | US$8,115 |
| Estimated total | US$40,574 |
Fee amounts are estimates based on university-published international student fee information available at the time of publication. Actual fees may change by intake and may vary because of exchange rates, taxes, or university updates.
The Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours) at IMU University is a five-year degree that introduces students to Chinese medicine in an English-medium setting.
Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours) takes 5 years and is delivered in person.
Yes, Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours) includes clinical practice as part of the programme.
Academic entry requirements vary by qualification and may include A-Levels, Australian Matriculation or other accepted pathways. English evidence may include IELTS 5.5.
The estimated international tuition fee is US$8,115 per year.
