Study medicine in Peking University

[supergoh]

Hi!

I have some intentions to study medicine in Peking University.However,I heard many news about the university.Some good ,some bad.

Anyone who knows about the university,kindly give me some information.

Your help is greatly appreciated.:D

[ozy]

The course is in Chinese or that's what I've heard. Are you planning to do Medicine in English or Chinese?

[supergoh]

Yes,I am planning to study Medicine in Chinese.For China ,I think we can learn the most if we learn Medicine in Chinese.

[Conway]

If studying in Chinese, Peking University is not bad at all. You can also look into Tsinghua University, which is #1 in the country.

[waslove]

As per my information peking uni does run a course of mbbs in english, however, passing the Hsk examination is a pre requisite to starting the clinical subjects. It does also have MD programs in english.
www1..bjmu..edu..cn/E_bjmu/html/inter_students/inter_studentsA..html {remove the extra dots... this thing wont let me post a link)

[supergoh]

Dear Waslove,

As far as I know,Peking University only has biomedical english undergraduate programme.It may have some master programmes in English.

The website given by you is currently not functioning.(I have removed the dots)

Maybe the university has started English MBBS recently.

[Conway]

Peking University is authorized by the Minstiry of Education for teaching medicine in English, but from the latest list provided, it is not on there:

2009/2010?????????????(????)?????????????????? (http://www.eoe.or.kr/publish/portal24/tab1065/info9976.htm)

There are 28 schools on there right now, with two missing - I believe those are Tsinghua University (Peking Union Medical College) and Peking University (Beijing Medical University).

[Conway]

I just checked out the website link above (after removing dots).

The page does not say that the program is offered in English, but rather, that it welcomes international students. I assume that this is referring to the Chinese-taught programs.

[waslove]

wat non-sense guys... open the page.. click on the link to your left "Enrollment for foreing students" and, for me atleast, this info comes up...
Welcome to Join Us
PUHSC was one of the first universities in China to admit international students£¬admitting foreign students at different levels from 73 countries all over the world. It offers a full range of courses in basic medical sciences, clinical medicine, pharmaceutics, public health, stomatology and nursing to international students at undergraduate, graduate and advanced study levels. As one of the nation¡¯s leading institutions of higher education, PUHSC has much to offer. We hope you will seek us out. We look forward to your further inquiry.
Major Fields and Curricula for International Students
General Information
PUHSC offers 4 different study programs to foreign students. For those considering pursuing a course of study at PUHSC, we ask you to carefully read about the major fields of study listed in this brochure to see whether the center offers a program in your area of interest.
Undergraduate Programs
Undergraduate programs leading to a bachelor¡¯s degree in Medical Science are offered in the following areas: clinical medicine, stomatology.
1. Clinical Medicine: 6 years with an annual enrollment of 70 students
The main subjects:
Mathematics Pharmacology
Physics Diagnostic medicine
Inorganic Chemistry Internal Medicine
Organic Chemistry Surgery
Biology Obstetrics and Gynecology
Human Anatomy Pediatrics
Histology and Embryology Infectious Diseases
Physiology Neurology
Biochemistry Psychiatry
Microbiology Ophthalmology
Immunology Otolaryngology
Pathology Dermatology
Forensic Medicine Internship in the sixth year
2.Stomatology: 6 years with an annual enrollment of 15 students
The main subjects:
Medical Chemistry Oral Anatomy
Human Anatomy Oral Histopathology
Histology and Embryology Oral X-ray Diagnostics
Physiology Oral Material Medicine
Biochemistry Oral Internal Medicine
Psychology Oral Restoration
Diagnostics Dentofacial Surgery
Internal Medicine Oral Orthodontics
Surgery Oral Prevention and Health Care
Pediatrics Oral Pharmacology
Internship in the sixth year
Graduate Program
PUHSC offers graduate study leading to a master¡¯s degree or doctoral degree. The objective of the programs is to train the next generation of medical scientists to approach medical issues with a thorough understanding and systematic knowledge of medical theories and practice. The graduate program has two types: clinical specialization and laboratory research.
1. Clinical specialization: for Master degree, 3 years; for Doctoral degree, 3 years; combined Master and Doctoral degree, 5 years.
Internal Medicine Surgery
Pediatrics Ophthalmology
Anesthesiology Clinical Stomatology
2. Laboratory research: for Master degree, 3 years, for Doctoral degree, 3 years
Physiology Biochemistry
Pathology Immunology
Cell Biology Child, Adolescent and Maternal Health
Advanced study program: half year or more

[waslove]

Application Requirements
Bachelor¡¯s Degree and Preparatory Program
1) 18-24 years old for High school graduates (12 years education), no more than 26 years old for university students or graduates.
2) Original physical examination record with laboratory report of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen
3) Notarized Photocopy of graduation certificate
4) Notarized Official school transcripts (Translated into Chinese or English)
5) Notarized Identification document
6) Original Financial statement (In Chinese or English)
7) Notarized Photocopy of certificate of C or above in the intermediate Level HSK
Master¡¯s Degree
1) Applicants holding a bachelor¡¯s degree or equivalent
2) Two letters of recommendation from two university professors
3) A statement of financial resources and status information
4) Official university/college transcripts.
Doctoral Degree
1) Applicants holding a master¡¯s degree or equivalent
2) Two letters of recommendation from two university professors
3) A statement of financial resources and status information
4) Official university/college transcripts.
Advanced program
1) Applicants holding a medical education background or equivalent
2) Two letters of recommendation from two university professors
3) A statement of financial resources and status information
Application Fee
For self-supported applicants, the application for admission must be accompanied by an application fee of RMB£¤800(Cash only). The fee is nonrefundable, cannot be waived, and is nontransferable to other institutions.
Tuition and Fees
1. Application Fee: RMB£¤800(Cash only)
2. Tuition:
Undergraduates: RMB¥45,000 (about US$6,100) per year
Master¡¯s degree programs and advanced study programs: RMB¥54,000 (about US$7,300) per year
Doctoral programs and special training programs: RMB¥62,000 (about US$8,400) per year
Preparatory programs: RMB¥25,000 (about US$3,400) per year
The fee is nonrefundable, cannot be waived and nontransferable to other institutions if not approved by the Foreign Students Office.
3. Accommodation:
Single Room: RMB¥70 (US$10) per bed per day
Fees should be paid on the day of registration at the beginning of every semester.
4. Insurance Premium: RMB¥600 per year
5. Other fees: Cost of study materials, traveling, transportation, insurance premium, meals and other vary on individual needs.
Living on Campus
Each foreign student dormitory is air-conditioned and completely furnished along with a bathroom, telephone, and an internet connection. But B type rooms do not have a private bathroom. Public kitchens, washing machines, and a computer room are available in the dormitory building.
The campus of PUHSC is located in Haidian District, a well-known cultural and university area in northwest Beijing. Nearby is the rapidly developing Zhongguancun Hi-tech Zone, while several magnificent and fabulous scenic spots such as the former royal palaces and gardens can be reached conveniently by public transportation. You can also conveniently reach downtown by public transportation.
The Foreign Student Office
Foreign Student Office provides services to students and visiting faculty from other countries to study in PUHSC and assists foreign students during their stay in China. It provides information concerning, but not limited to, housing, orientation, immigration status, general academic considerations, health insurance, and other personal concerns.
Foreign Student Office¡¯s address:
Foreign Student Office
Peking University Health Science Center
38 Xue Yuan Road
Beijing 100083
China
Tel: 0086-010-82801253
Fax: 0086-010-82802185
E-mail: zxg_904//bjmu..edu..cn(turns out i cant post email adresses either)

[waslove]

by the way Conway,
I am still waiting on your reply regarding the available clinical specializations at Fudan... :)

[Conway]

The webpage was down for a short period after you posted the link, at least with access from Shanghai.

Still, no where on the page does it say that it offers the program in English; it only says that it welcomes international students (traditionally, international students study in Chinese unless otherwise noted)

[supergoh]

Dear Waslove,

Having English version website does not necessarily mean that the university offers English medium MBBS.

[waslove]

I am sorry folks .. my bad. So, bottom line there isnt an english medium course being run at Peking. Do you guys know any other university among the top ten 10 unis of china that has english medical/md courses?

[Conway]

According to 2008 Rankings:

1. Tsinghua - No English
2. Peking U - No English
3. Fudan U (Shanghai Medical College) - YES
4. Shanghai Jiaotong University - English only for Domestic Students
5. Sun Yat-Sen University - YES (but check to see if they have it this year. When I applied in 2008, they were not taking students that year)
6. Zhejiang University - YES
7. Huazhong University of Science and Technology - YES
8. Sichuan U (West China Medical Center) - YES
9. Capital Medical University - YES
10. Central South University (Xiangya Medical College) - YES
11. China Medical University - YES
12. Southern Medical University (Former First Military Med U) - YES
13. China Pharmaceutical University - Unknown
14. Shenyang Pharmaceutical University - Unknown
15. Beijing TCM U - No Western Medicine
16. Wuhan University - YES
17. Xi'an Jiantong University - YES
18. Shandong University - YES
19. Nanjing Medical University - YES
20. Harbin Medical University - I think so, but not 100% sure

[waslove]

thanx a lot for the list .. its really helpful.
Can u do me one last favor by giving me the list of available specializations at Fudan university or perhaps the contact details of a responsive person in the international students department?

[Conway]

As with most medical degrees in schools worldwide, the first degree is "general", meaning that there is no specialization. Specialization takes place after graduating from this "general" degree, be it residency in the US or postgraduate training in the form of a masters degree here in China, or elsewhere, like the UK or Singapore.

[waslove]

As it so happens, I am about to complete my "general" medical degree and am looking for a school to my residency/masters. Hence, my inquiry about the list of available specializations/masters for post-graduation at Fudan.

[Conway]

I don't think there are any speciality courses that are taught in English in Fudan. I know there are some that are taught in English at Peking U, according to the government website. I don't have their contact numbers, but you could contact their Foreign Students Office for a start on your search.

[sparda]

ya i heard some thing about this university i think they are using chines course.

[sxamei]

has anyone tried applying to peking university?