Bachelor of Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Honours)
- Key Information
Course Name:
Bachelor of Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Honours)
University Name:
Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM)
Campus:
Selangor
Qualification:
Bachelor
Duration:
5 years
Intake:
February, April, September
IELTS:
5.0
Study Mode:
On-campus
Study Type:
Full time study
Program Mode:
Coursework
Yearly Tuition Fees
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | MYR 27,000 |
| 2nd Year | MYR 27,000 |
| 3rd Year | MYR 27,000 |
| 4th Year | MYR 27,000 |
| 5th Year | MYR 27,000 |
Other Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | MYR 100 |
| International Student Fee (Including visa application & renewal) | MYR 2,500 |
| Registration Fee | MYR 200 |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | MYR 1,000 |
Campus
Selangor
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
5 years
Intake
February, April, September
IELTS
5.0
Study Mode
On-campus
Study Type
Full time study
Program Mode
Coursework
Course Fee for International Students
Yearly Tuition Fees
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | MYR 27,000 |
| 2nd Year | MYR 27,000 |
| 3rd Year | MYR 27,000 |
| 4th Year | MYR 27,000 |
| 5th Year | MYR 27,000 |
Other Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | MYR 100 |
| International Student Fee (Including visa application & renewal) | MYR 2,500 |
| Registration Fee | MYR 200 |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | MYR 1,000 |
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) operates as a sophisticated pedagogical framework designed to ground scholars in the epistemological foundations and transformative methodologies of holistic physiological governance and therapeutic stewardship. This program facilitates an intellectual transition to executive-level clinical proficiency by synthesizing over six decades of academic heritage with applied medical praxis, ensuring that candidates can navigate the multifaceted complexities inherent in the modernization of ancient healing traditions. To address the high-fidelity demands of the global healthcare sector, the curriculum is strategically engineered to bridge the technical divide between classical TCM philosophy and modern medical science. A pivotal feature of the program at XMUM is its focus on clinical immersion and technological synthesis, leveraging a network of ten affiliated tertiary hospitals and over 50 research institutes. By integrating technical expertise with a focus on heuristic critical analysis, the curriculum utilizes advanced platforms such as the National Medical Virtual Simulation Experimental Teaching Center and the National Institute for Data Science in Health and Medicine to foster a sophisticated command of modernized diagnosis and treatment. Through intensive study of regional TCM variants—including studies in Fujian, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia—the program emphasizes the development of the “hard skills” required for high-level neuroimmunity research and rheumatic therapy. The pedagogy, supported by a robust faculty of 315 professors and associate professors, ensures that graduates possess the analytical fluency necessary to apply information-based research to traditional practices. Ultimately, the program serves as a critical mechanism for professional and clinical advancement, establishing the foundational competencies and strategic mindset necessary for graduates to thrive as medical practitioners and contribute meaningfully to the evolution of integrated healthcare systems.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
| Category | Themes | Key Modules |
|---|---|---|
| Theoretical Foundations | Classical Texts & Core Philosophy | Basic Theory of TCM, Huangdi’s Canon of Medicine, Treatise on Exogenous Febrile Disease, Synopsis of Golden Chamber, and Treatise on Seasonal Febrile Disease. |
| Medical Science & Diagnostics | Clinical Fundamentals | Diagnostics of TCM, Science of Chinese Materia Medica, Science of Prescriptions, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Palaeography of TCM. |
| Acupuncture & Physical Therapies | Manual & Meridian Sciences | Science of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Tuina Therapy, Scraping Therapy (Gua Sha), and Various Acupuncture and Moxibustion Theories. |
| Clinical Specialisms | Internal & External Medicine | Internal Medicine of TCM, Gynaecology, Pediatrics, Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Otolaryngology, and External Medicine of TCM. |
| Clinical Application | Practice & Recovery | Chinese Medicine Practice, Rehabilitation Science of TCM, and Introduction to T&CM. |
Field of Research
N/A