Programme Features
Early and frequent clinical skills training in both clinics and hospital settings is an integral part of the BChinMed programme. Students are provided with application and practice opportunities throughout the programme and they are encouraged to develop their learning interests and explore their aspirations.
The aim of the Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (BChinMed) programme is to nurture a new generation of Chinese Medicine professionals who are well equipped with knowledge in Chinese Medicine and biomedical sciences and are competent in clinical skills and life-long learning skills to provide excellent Chinese Medicine healthcare service to the community to foster the development of Chinese Medicine and integrative medicine in Hong Kong.
“This programme has widened my perspective to the universe and human body. I am equipped with theoretical knowledge, practical skills and ethics of traditional Chinese Medicine through a variety of learning experiences.”
Tong Yee Man
BChinMed Year 5
Programme Structure
The BChinMed curriculum is 6-year programme, including the clinical clerkship in Year 6 undertaken in Mainland China. The curriculum is made up of the following components:
- Chinese Medicine Foundation Courses
- Chinese Medicine Classical Texts Courses
- Chinese Medicine Clinical Courses
- Biomedical Sciences Courses (including western medicine bedside training)
- Disciplinary Elective Courses
- Field Trip and Chinese Medicine Dispensary Practicum
- Chinese Medicine Clinical Attachments, Junior Clerkship and Clinical Clerkship
- Common Core Curriculum Courses
- Language Enhancement Courses
“There are many mysteries in Chinese Medicine which evoke your curiosity and challenge your abilities in this interesting professional programme. I believe you will enjoy this ancient wisdom and modern knowledge system. What you learn from Chinese Medicine will inspire your life and bring you a bright future.”
Professor Yibin Feng
Director and Professor, School of Chinese Medicine
Admissions Information
For JUPAS Candidates
From 2022 onwards, the result of the Mathematics Extended Part (Modules 1 and 2) will be recognised as equivalent to that of a full elective.
In addition to satisfying the University entrance requirements, candidates for admissions shall satisfy all of the following requirements in HKDSE:
b) attain at least level 3 in two electives, one of which must be:
(i) Biology or
(ii) Chemistry or
(iii) Physics or
(iv) Combined Science or
(v) Integrated Science
Scoring Formula
The best 5 subjects of HKDSE* + 0.5 x 6th best subject*
*may include M1/M2 or Category C subject whichever is higher
Consideration of Other Factors
- Interview performance
- No. of level 5** / 5* / 5
- Best science subject
- Student learning profile
Consideration of HKDSE Combined Results & Penalty for HKDSE Repeaters
- Best results in 2 or more sittings of HKDSE
Interview
Before release of HKDSE results
- May 2023 – Jun 2023
After release of HKDSE results
- Jul 2023
For Non-JUPAS Candidates
Expected Lower Boundary for Admissions ^
2A 1B (excluding Chinese and English language subjects)
Subject Requirements
Biology, Chemistry or Physics is preferred
English Language Requirement
(a) Grade C in English Language at GCSE/GCEO;
(b) Grade C in English First Language at IGCSE;
(c) Grade B in English as a Second Language at IGCSE;
(For GCSE/IGCSE which uses the new 9-1 grading system, Grade 5 will be taken as equivalent to Grade B and Grade 4 will be taken as equivalent to Grade C, for the purpose of satisfying (a), (b) or (c) above)
(d) Grade C or better in English Language or English Literature at GCE AS/AL;
(e) Level C1 or an overall score of 180 in Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English;
(f) Grade C or an overall score of 180 in Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English;
or
Fulfill ONE of the requirements here
Second Language Requirement
Grade E in a language other than English;
(For GCSE/IGCSE which uses the new 9-1 grading system, Grade 3 will be taken as equivalent to Grade E, for the purpose of satisfying the above)
or
Fulfill ONE of the requirements here
Additional Requirements
A good command of written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)
Interview
Dec 2022 – May 2023
Advanced Standing
Applicants with GCE A-Level, Cambridge Pre-U or IB Diploma qualifications and at least seven years of secondary education at the time of being admitted to the University will be granted 18 credits of Advanced Standing. These are made up of 6 credits for Core University English course and 12 credits of the Common Core courses provided that students take one Common Core course in each Area of Inquiry.
Advanced Standing will be granted automatically and separate application is not required. You will be contacted by the Faculty Office should Advanced Standing be granted.
Kindly contact medfac@hku.hk for any enquiries.
^ Each programme sets the Expected Lower Boundary for Admissions at what is deemed to be a competitive level. Please note that achieving a score higher than the lower boundary does not guarantee admission to the programme.
Expected Lower Boundary for Admissions ^
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Subject Requirements
Biology, Chemistry or Physics is preferred
English Language Requirement
(a) Grade 4 in HL/SL English Language A: Language and Literature;
(b) Grade 4 in HL/SL English Language A: Literature;
(c) Grade 4 in SL English – Text and Performance;
(d) Grade 4 in SL English – Literature and Performance (A1 syllabus);
(e) Grade 4 in HL English Language (B Syllabus);
(f) Grade 5 in SL English Language (B Syllabus);
(g) Grade 4 in HL/SL English Language (A1 or A2 Syllabus);
Note:“Higher Level” is referred to as “HL”, and “Standard Level” as “SL”
or
Fulfill ONE of the requirements here
Second Language Requirement
Grade 4 in a language other than English;
or
Fulfill ONE of the requirements here
Additional Requirements
A good command of written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)
Interview
Dec 2022 – May 2023
Advanced Standing
Applicants with GCE A-Level, Cambridge Pre-U or IB Diploma qualifications and at least seven years of secondary education at the time of being admitted to the University will be granted 18 credits of Advanced Standing. These are made up of 6 credits for Core University English course and 12 credits of the Common Core courses provided that students take one Common Core course in each Area of Inquiry.
Advanced Standing will be granted automatically and separate application is not required. You will be contacted by the Faculty Office should Advanced Standing be granted.
Kindly contact medfac@hku.hk for any enquiries.
^ Each programme sets the Expected Lower Boundary for Admissions at what is deemed to be a competitive level. Please note that achieving a score higher than the lower boundary does not guarantee admission to the programme.
Expected Lower Boundary for Admissions ^
One year of successful study on a full-time AD / HD programme, which should be at least two years in duration, in a community college of a UGC-funded institution or Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (HKIVE), with a cGPA of at least 70% of the highest GPA of the institution, or at 3.0, whichever is higher
Subject Requirements
Biology, Chemistry or Physics is preferred
English Language Requirement
Level 3 in English Language in HKDSE;
or
Fulfill ONE of the requirements here
Second Language Requirement
Level 3 in Chinese Language in HKDSE;
Grade E in a language subject under Category C in HKDSE;
or
Fulfill ONE of the requirements here
Additional Requirements
A good command of written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)
Interview
Dec 2022 – May 2023
^ Each programme sets the Expected Lower Boundary for Admissions at what is deemed to be a competitive level. Please note that achieving a score higher than the lower boundary does not guarantee admission to the programme.
Professional Recognition & Career Prospects
Graduates of the Bachelor of Chinese Medicine programme are eligible to apply for the Chinese Medicine Practitioners Licensing Examination in Hong Kong. Those who have passed the Chinese Medicine Practitioners Licensing Examination are qualified for registration as registered Chinese Medicine practitioners with the Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong. Registered Chinese Medicine practitioners can seek employment in Chinese Medicine clinics in both public and private sectors or to engage in private practice. They are also qualified to take up research and development posts in Chinese Medicine pharmaceutical trading and manufacturing companies, and biotechnology companies, or to work in managerial, marketing, sales, insurance or advertising positions in Chinese Medicine-related businesses. Some may opt to pursue postgraduate studies or become academics in tertiary institutes.
“HKU must be credited for being my best anchor. This is where I am supported and nurtured to gain knowledge and develop professional network, moulded with humbleness and integrity.”
Ms Yu Choi Fai
BChinMed 2019