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Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours)

KPT/JPT(R2/721/6/0059)01/2027 | MQA/A10260

Commencement

Feb, Apr, Jul & Sep

Degree/Duration

Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours) (IMU):
5 years

Degree from Partner Universities:
4 – 5 years

Welcome to the Intricate World of Healing

1

Begin your exhilarating journey into the world of traditional healing in the first Chinese Medicine programme in Malaysia to be taught entirely in English. Broaden your horizon, build a versatile skill set, and gain-in-depth knowledge of Chinese Medicine integrated with modern healthcare Western practices. Let our unique approach prepare you to take on the evolving landscape of healthcare and gain international exposure with esteemed partnering institutions in China and Taiwan.

Why Study Chinese Medicine at IMU?

01

An Established Private Healthcare University

IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. IMU achieved the SETARA-2018/19 Tier 6 status (Outstanding) under the Mature University category.

02

Strong Western Science and Medicine Component

IMU offers a wide range of medical and healthcare programmes. The western science and medicine subjects in Chinese Medicine are delivered by experienced western medicine practitioners. Not only are students able to fully immerse in a solid medical science learning environment, they could also enhance their learning through inter-professional networking and activities at IMU.

03

Personalised Attention From Lecturers

Students are able to receive personalised attention from their lecturers due to an emphasis on small group learning. This enhances the teaching and learning experience for students.

04

Internationally Benchmarked English Curriculum

IMU is one of the universities in Malaysia to offer Chinese Medicine in an English-speaking environment. The programme is delivered in English, is supported with Mandarin when required, and is accepted by Australia and China for credit transfer. Both our partner universities in Australia and China are part of the large WHO Chinese Medicine research centre network.

05

Student-Centred and Lifelong Learning Emphasis

The IMU educational philosophy is not about how many lecturers are delivered. Instead, it emphasis on how much students have learned. This unique approach encourages students to be responsible for their own studies. As such, many learning activities are centred around students, from which they will hone their critical thinking and clinical skills to become competent lifelong Chinese Medicine practitioners in the modern world.

Entry Requirements

Pre-University Examination

Requirements

Examinations     Requirements
A-Levels     DD
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted
if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
STPM     cGPA 2.50
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted
if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Australian Matriculation     65% aggregate or ATAR 70
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
NCEA Level 3     65% aggregate
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted
if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Canadian Grade 12/13     65% aggregate in 6 subjects
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if
achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Unified Examination
Certificate (UEC)
    B5 B5 B5 B6 B6
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted
if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Australian University
Foundation Programmes
    70% aggregate or ATAR 70
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This
can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Indian Pre-University     65% aggregate
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same
result at Pre-University level)
Ministry of Education
Matriculation #
    cGPA 2.50
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
International
Baccalaureate (IB)
    27 points
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
American High School
Diploma with Advanced
Placement (AP)
    cGPA 2.50
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Foundation Studies #     IMU Foundation in Science / equivalent
cGPA of 2.50
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This
can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Degree     BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00
Diploma    

Diploma in Science, Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine – cGPA 2.50

Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine with 2 years working experience in the related field – cGPA 2.00

# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.

DD

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

cGPA 2.50

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

ATAR 70

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

70% aggregate or ATAR 70

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

65% aggregate in 6 subjects

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00

Diploma in Science, Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine – cGPA 2.50

Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine with 2 years working experience in the related field – cGPA 2.00

IMU Foundation in Science / equivalent cGPA of 2.50

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.

65% aggregate

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

27 points

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

cGPA 2.50

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.

65% aggregate

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

cGPA 2.50

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

B5 B5 B5 B6 B6

AND

Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

Foundation in Science

    • Foundation in Science qualifications from other higher education institutions will be considered on a case by case basis for admission into the local IMU programmes.
    • Students with IMU Foundation in Science can apply into IMU programmes and programmes with selected credit transfer options, upon meeting the entry requirement eligibility. **

(Please refer to IMU Foundation in Science brochure for more details)

 

For admissions into the IMU Foundation in Science programme, students will need:

  • Pass SPM / O-Levels with minimum 5 credits in Mathematics, 2 Science subjects and 2 other subjects.
    Note: Specific SPM / O-Levels requirements may be needed for admissions into IMU programmes.

English Language Examination

Requirements

Examinations     Requirements
MUET**     Band score of 3; or
(For Malaysian students)
IELTS**     Overall band score of 5.5; or
TOEFL iBT     Overall score of 46; or
Cambridge English :
Advanced (CAE)**
    Overall score of 162; or
Cambridge English :
Proficiency (CPE)**
    Overall score of 162; or
Cambridge Linguaskill**     Overall score of 160; or
Pearson Test of
English (PTE)**
    Overall score of 51; or
Credit Transfer     IELTS Overall band score of 7.0

For China’s HSK – Students who are transferring to China universities are required to have HSK 4 upon Enrolment and HSK 5 prior to graduation.

(UEC students with a pass in Chinese Language are exempted from HSK)

Overall score of 162

Overall score of 162

Overall score of 160

IELTS Overall band score of 7.0

For China’s HSK – Students who are transferring to China universities are required to have HSK 4 upon Enrolment and HSK 5 prior to graduation.

(UEC students with a pass in Chinese Language are exempted from HSK)

Overall band score of 5.5

Band score of 3

(For Malaysian students)

Overall score of 51

Overall score of 46

The following categories of students* are exempted from the English requirements:

Students who graduated from other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English Language for example:

Advanced Levels / Australian Matriculation / Australian University Foundation Year / Canadian Matriculation / International Baccalaureate / Foundation in Science / Other Pre-University Programmes from Local Higher Education Institutions

*ONLY applicable to those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.

**Applicable to IMU local degree only.

Note: Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes. Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information.

Programme Structure

Short Semester

MPU

MPU – U1: Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban, or Malay Language Communication 2
MPU – U1: Philosophy & Current Issues
MPU3 Integrity & Anti-Corruption

Semester

01

Chinese Medicine Theory
Scientific Thinking & Introduction to Traditional & Complementary Medicine
Limb & Trunk Anatomy
Selective: Medical Classical Chinese
Selective: Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture & Basic Mandarin
MPU 2 Academic Communication / Bahasa Kebangsaan A

Semester

02

Human Physiology & Biochemistry 1
Head and Viscera Anatomy
Cell Biology & Genetics
Chinese Medicine Diagnosis
Chinese Medicine History & School of Thought

Semester

03

Human Physiology & Biochemistry 2
Chinese Materia Medica & Herbal Formulae 1
Acupuncture & Tuina 1
Selected Readings of Internal Classic

Semester

04

Chinese Materia Medica & Herbal Formulae 2
Psychology for Healthcare Professional
Pharmacology & Toxicology
Pathology
Medical Microbiology
Chinese Medicine Practicum 1

Semester

05

Chinese Internal Medicine 1
Acupuncture & Tuina 2
CSD: Diagnosis
Basic Radiology
MPU4 Social Responsibility

Semester

06

CM Electives
Chinese Internal Medicine 2
Shang Han Lun
Differential Diagnosis in Western Medicine
Chinese Medicine Practicum 2

Semester

07

CM Gynecology
CM Pediatrics
Golden Chamber
Management & Entrepreneurship
Research Methodology & Biostatistics

Semester

08

CM Electives
Research Project 1
Chinese Dermatology & External Medicine
Wen Bing
Medical Law, Regulations & Ethics
First Aid & Emergency Conditions
Chinese Medicine Practicum 3

Semester

09

Supervised Clinical Practice 1
Research Project 2

Semester

10

Supervised Clinical Practice 2

Clinical Practice

40 weeks long clinical practices under close supervision of experienced Chinese Medicine practitioners. These supervised clinical practice sessions are conducted at IMU Chinese Medicine Centre, Tung Shin Hospital and other appointed clinical sites.

  • Curriculum is reviewed periodically and subject to change.
  • MPU modules are compulsory, imposed by the Ministry of Higher Education under the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996 (Act 555).
  • Every student must pass all modules as a prerequisite for the awarding of the degree.
  • Students will undergo Practicum in relevant community settings and industry

Fee Structure

Fee Malaysian Student (RM) International Student (RM)
Application Fee 150 500
Registration Fee 850 2,000
Refundable Caution Deposit 1,000 1,000
  • Application fee is payable upon submission of application.
  • Registration fee and refundable caution deposit is payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.
  • As stipulated by Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education, international students are required to pay Student Visa Application fee of RM3,000 AND personal bond (depending on nationality) upon registration.
  • International students will also be required to pay Student Visa Renewal fee every year.
  • Student must adhere to the Policy on Payment of Fees
  • All students are required to pay Student Association Fees of RM40 per semester which will be subject to annual increase.
  • All fees are subject to currency exchanges rates and exclusive of levy and bridging fees (if any).
  • Application fee and registration fee are non refundable.
  • All students who are applying for the National Higher Education Fund (NHEF) loans are required to pay their semester fees in FULL by the due date stated in the invoice.
  Malaysian Student
Tuition Fees
International Student
Tuition Fees
Estimated Tuition Fees
at Partner University
Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours) (IMU) 10 semesters, 5 years 10 semesters, 5 years
  RM14,500 per semester, RM16,000 per semester,
Total Duration: 5 years RM29,000 per year RM32,000 per year  
Credit Transfer to 6 semesters, 3 years 6 semesters, 3 years 4 semesters, 2 years
Shanghai University of TCM RM14,500 per semester, RM16,000 per semester, RMB 28,000
Bachelor of Medicine in Chinese Medicine RM29,000 per year RM32,000 per year  
Total Duration: 5 years      
Credit Transfer to 4 semesters, 2 years 4 semesters, 2 years 4 semesters, 2 years
Western Sydney University RM14,500 per semester, RM16,000 per semester, AUD 35,960
Bachelor of Traditional Chinese Medicine RM29,000 per year RM32,000 per year  
Total Duration: 4 years      
Credit Transfer to Western Sydney University 4 semesters, 2 years 4 semesters, 2 years 4 semesters, 2 years
Bachelor of Traditional Chinese Medicine RM14,500 per semester RM16,000 per semester AUD 35,960
Total Duration: 4 years RM29,000 per year RM32,000 per year  

Get All the Facts About Our Programme

Explore in-depth information on our programme, including intake dates, curriculum, partner universities, career pathways, and admissions requirements.

Meet Our Partner Universities

Our Industrial Partners

The curriculum structure is constantly updated to meet the ever-changing industries’ needs and includes research-led teaching to deliver evidence-based knowledge and practice in the industry. Students will have the opportunity to undergo industrial training in the related sectors in their final semester. They will also be able to collaborate with industry or/and researcher in related project in their final year.

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Hear from Our Students and Alumni

IMU is a place of learning, culture and fun. Besides learning about my profession, I had the opportunity to know people from many other healthcare professions which helped build my professional network for my future career. I am grateful to the faculty members who are always helpful and provide students with assistance in the challenges they faced while learning.

Freya Tang Sin Wei

Alumna

IMU's Chinese Medicine programme integrates both Chinese and Western medicine subjects for the needs of nation and to develop competent practitioners. It is a challenge to study Chinese Medicine since it provides brand-new knowledge to any student and it is very different from what we have learned previously, but you will find it fun and interesting once you embark on this lifelong journey.

Goh Si Woei

Alumna

IMU Chinese Medicine programme is a unique programme which comprises both western and Chinese Medicine subjects. As an established and internationally recognized university in healthcare education, we benefited from the university's strong foundation in western medicine teaching and managed to expand our connections with colleagues from various healthcare fields.

Sng Kim Sia

Alumnus

Choosing IMU to pursue my dream of becoming a Chinese Medicine practitioner was one of the best decisions in my life. IMU Chinese Medicine programme did not only imparting the knowledge to students but it also trained students's thinking ability

Wong Pui Mun

Alumna

Frequently Asked Questions

You will need to prepare the following documents for your application:
  • Verified copies of your academic qualifications
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
  • A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
These supporting documents needs to be attached electronically to your application. Please note that all of our programmes require payment of a non-refundable application fee after the application has been submitted. Application will only be processed once the payment for application fee has been made.   We wish you all the best with your application, and hope we will be welcoming you into one of our programmes soon!
The IMU Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Chinese Medicine is a 5-year full-time programme taught in English and Mandarin where necessary. After graduation, graduates must complete a 1-year residency programme (otherwise known as housemanship) in an accredited hospital by the Ministry of Health in order to practice in Malaysia. Currently, graduates can apply for residency exemption and full registration to the Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM) Council with IMU degree. Upon successful registration as full registered Chinese Medicine practitioners, graduates can then practise in Malaysia.

IMU’s Chinese Medicine (CM) programme aims to train ethical, competent and professional CM practitioners to deliver evidence-based healthcare services. The programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and meets the standards set by the T&CM Council. At the end of the course, students should have acquired knowledge and skills relevant to the practice of Chinese Medicine; competent in communicating with patients, carer and community; has acquired the attributes of a Chinese Medicine professional, is a team player, a life-long learner, a problem solver with knowledge of patient safety, disease prevention, health preservation and skills of lifelong learning and reflection on actions taken.

IMU has credit transfer partnerships with several universities in China and Australia. They are Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (SHUTCM) and Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (SDUTCM). Students can transfer to the selected partner universities after studying 3 years at IMU. After an additional 2 years at the partner universities, students will be awarded the bachelor’s degrees in CM by the respective partner universities.

The CM programme consists of modules in basic medical sciences and Chinese Medicine. The content will be delivered via multiple delivery modes, including lectures, workshops, practical sessions, case studies, flipped classroom, visits, and clinical attachment. There is also a small research project in semesters 8 and 9 which aims to develop scientific inquiry and analytical skills, as well as scientific writing of students.
This programme has incorporated a number of key features to prepare graduates for challenges beyond graduation. These proactive features enable students to acquire the following knowledge, skills and attitude in the field of Chinese Medicine profession.
  • A solid foundation in basic medical sciences to build a good understanding of the structure of the human body, its functions and abnormal changes from the western medicine perspective. This will be taught by content experts of the respective field.
  • Knowledge of Chinese philosophy theories (QiYin and Yang, and the 5 elements) and its application in Chinese Medicine.
  • The importance of classical literature (Internal Classic, Shang Han Lun, Golden Chamber, and Wen Bing) and their contributions to the development of Chinese Medicine.
  • Knowledge of herbs, the concept of formulating a Chinese Medicine herbal formula, and its application in maintaining wellbeing and treating illness.
  • Knowledge of acupuncture theories, and its application in needling, moxibustion, cupping and tuina.
  • Acquisition of basic principles in Chinese Medicine clinical subjects, including internal medicine, gynaecology, paediatric, dermatology and external medicine.
  • Able to speak and write English and Mandarin at a functional level.
  • Acquire Chinese Medicine-related skills and experience through practical and clinical sessions.
  • Relate the importance between reviewing patient’s condition as a whole and providing a holistic treatment regime (herbs, acupuncture, diet and exercise therapy).
  • Develop an inquiring and open mind, analytical and presentation skills.
  • Understand the laws, regulations and ethics governing the practice and business of Chinese Medicine in Malaysia.
  • Basic aspects of setting up and managing a Chinese Medicine business.
  • Interactions with students from other healthcare programmes such as chiropractic, medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, nursing, nutrition and dietetics, biomedical sciences, biotechnology, psychology and pharmaceutical chemistry. This will facilitate interdisciplinary networking and friendships which would develop into better inter-professional work relationships after graduation.
Students will gain clinical exposure starting from as early as year 2. The clinical exposure is structured in a manner to allow students transition from observation to full hands-on practice progressively. During the final year, students will spend a substantial amount of time at IMU Chinese Medicine Centre and various external clinical sites for their clinical attachment, under the supervision of experienced Chinese Medicine practitioners.
Yes, students can apply for clinical mobility in semester 9 to do their clinical attachment at external clinical sites locally and internationally. The clinical sites are evaluated and ascertained by IMU that they are suitable for students’ clinical attachment. Additionally, students are also given the opportunity to apply for summer programme organised by our partner universities.

Our Alumni: Journey Beyond Graduation

Our alumni today have embarked on diverse and promising career paths across various industries. They are a true testament to the versatility of their education, as they continue to excel in a wide range of professional healthcare fields.

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A Word from the Programme Director

Chinese Medicine is a holistic medicine consisting of health preservation and healing practices which is originated from China but is still in practice today. Malaysia is moving towards integrated practice in healthcare and has enforced the Traditional and Complementary Medicine Act (T&CM Act) 2016 since 1 August 2016 with 15 government hospitals providing T&CM services. In line with the national policy, the Chinese Medicine programme in IMU is delivered in an integrative manner, where students will acquire knowledge from both Chinese Medicine and western medicine. By delivering our programme in English, we open the doors to everyone who is keen to learn Chinese Medicine without the constraint of needing to first master Mandarin. Through such studies, students will equip themselves with evidence-based medical knowledge to deal with future challenges locally or internationally as a healthcare provider.

Wong Hon Foong

Senior Lecturer and Programme Director, Chinese Medicine

PhD(SHUTCM), MSc(Imperial, UCL), BMed(SDUTCM)

A Word from the Programme Director

Chinese Medicine is a holistic medicine consisting of health preservation and healing practices which is originated from China but is still in practice today. Malaysia is moving towards integrated practice in healthcare and has enforced the Traditional and Complementary Medicine Act (T&CM Act) 2016 since 1 August 2016 with 15 government hospitals providing T&CM services. In line with the national policy, the Chinese Medicine programme in IMU is delivered in an integrative manner, where students will acquire knowledge from both Chinese Medicine and western medicine. By delivering our programme in English, we open the doors to everyone who is keen to learn Chinese Medicine without the constraint of needing to first master Mandarin. Through such studies, students will equip themselves with evidence-based medical knowledge to deal with future challenges locally or internationally as a healthcare provider.

Wong Hon Foong

Senior Lecturer and Programme Director, Chinese Medicine

PhD(SHUTCM), MSc(Imperial, UCL), BMed(SDUTCM)

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