Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Malaysia

Ranking #1 in Chinese Medical Universities • Ranking #2 in Chinese TCM Universities

Shanghai, China

SHUTCM

Ranking in Chinese Medical Universities

Ranking in Chinese TCM Universities

#68

Soft Science Comprehensive Ranking

#50

QS TCM Subject Ranking

Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (SHUTCM) is a medical university jointly established by the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China and the Shanghai Municipal People's Government. It is a "Double First-Class" university and a high-level university key construction project in Shanghai. Founded in 1956, SHUTCM is one of the first traditional Chinese medicine institutions of higher learning established after the founding of New China. The university is located in Shanghai and has two main campuses: Pudong Campus and Xuhui Campus. The university is committed to cultivating TCM talents, inheriting and developing TCM culture, and has made important contributions to the development of TCM. The university offers a wide range of programs in traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, tuina, nursing, rehabilitation, and public health, providing students with comprehensive education and research opportunities.Show More

Campuses

Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine has two main campuses, providing world-class TCM learning and research environments.

Pudong Campus

Xuhui Campus

Location

No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, China

Nearby

Pudong Campus is located in Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, with a modern environment and a strong technological atmosphere. The campus is surrounded by multiple large shopping centers, restaurants, entertainment facilities, and medical institutions, making daily life convenient. It is about 30 minutes' drive from downtown Shanghai, with convenient transportation. There are also many research institutes and high-tech enterprises nearby, providing students with rich internship and employment opportunities. The campus is beautifully landscaped with green trees, creating an ideal environment for study and living.

Getting Here

About 45 minutes' drive from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), and about 1 hour's drive from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). The campus is near Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Station on Metro Line 2, with multiple bus routes providing direct access, making transportation very convenient. From the campus to downtown Shanghai, you can take Metro Line 2, arriving in about 30 minutes.

Faculties

Pudong Campus is the main campus of SHUTCM, housing major colleges including the School of Basic Medicine, School of Chinese Materia Medica, School of Acupuncture and Tuina, School of Nursing, School of Rehabilitation Medicine, and School of Public Health. The campus features modern teaching facilities, laboratories, libraries, and research centers, making it the core area for teaching and research. The campus also has multiple affiliated hospitals and clinical teaching bases, providing students with rich clinical practice opportunities.

Introduction

Pudong Campus is the main campus of SHUTCM, covering a vast area with advanced and well-equipped facilities. The campus includes modern teaching buildings, laboratory buildings, libraries, gymnasiums, and student dormitories. The campus environment is beautiful with green trees, creating an ideal place for study and living. The campus is committed to cultivating TCM talents, inheriting and developing TCM culture, and has made important contributions to the development of TCM.

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Mar - May	10-22°C
Summer	Jun - Aug	25-35°C
Autumn	Sep - Nov	15-25°C
Winter	Dec - Feb	0-10°C

Flights to/from Malaysia (Direct)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

About MYR850-1,100 (Direct, about 5 hours 30 minutes)

Location

No. 530 Lingling Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China

Nearby

Xuhui Campus is located in Xuhui District, Shanghai, in the city center, with a bustling environment and complete living facilities. The campus is surrounded by multiple large shopping centers, restaurants, cafes, and entertainment facilities, making daily life very convenient. It is about 10 minutes' drive from downtown Shanghai, with convenient transportation. There are also many hospitals and medical institutions nearby, providing students with rich clinical internship opportunities. The campus environment is beautiful with well-equipped facilities, creating an ideal place for study and living.

Getting Here

About 1 hour's drive from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), and about 40 minutes' drive from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). The campus is near Metro Line 4 and Line 7, with multiple bus routes providing direct access, making transportation very convenient. From the campus to downtown Shanghai, you can take the metro, arriving in about 10 minutes.

Faculties

Xuhui Campus houses the School of International Education, School of Continuing Education, and other colleges, as well as multiple clinical teaching bases and affiliated hospitals. The campus features modern teaching facilities, laboratories, and libraries, providing students with a good learning environment. The campus also has multiple affiliated hospitals, including Longhua Hospital and Shuguang Hospital, providing students with rich clinical practice opportunities.

Introduction

Xuhui Campus is one of the important campuses of SHUTCM, located in the city center of Shanghai with an excellent geographical location. The campus includes modern teaching buildings, laboratory buildings, libraries, and student dormitories. The campus environment is beautiful with well-equipped facilities, creating an ideal place for study and living. The campus is committed to cultivating TCM talents, inheriting and developing TCM culture, and has made important contributions to the development of TCM.

Flights to/from Malaysia (Direct)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

About MYR850-1,100 (Direct, about 5 hours 30 minutes)

Accommodation Details

Xuhui Campus

Double Room (Private Bathroom)

¥500/month/person

Xuhui Campus

Suite Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

¥400/month/person

Note: All rooms are equipped with public facilities, including laundry rooms, kitchens, and study areas.

Scholarship Details

Undergraduate Scholarships

Chinese Government Scholarship (University Independent Enrollment Program)

Full or partial scholarship

Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship for International Students (Type B)

Half scholarship

University Merit Scholarship

Type A ¥14,000/year

Type B ¥5,000/year

English-Taught Program Scholarship

TCM (Acupuncture) ¥12,000/year

Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine ¥8,000/year

"Belt and Road" Scholarship

¥10,000/year for students who complete preparatory courses and enter undergraduate programs

"Excellent Student" Scholarship

Special Prize ¥28,000

First Prize ¥6,000

Second Prize ¥5,000

Third Prize ¥4,000

Special Award ¥500

Master's/PhD Scholarships

Chinese Government Scholarship (University Independent Enrollment Program)

Full or partial scholarship

Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship for International Students (Type A)

Full scholarship

"Belt and Road" Scholarship (Further Study)

For students pursuing master's or PhD after completing bachelor's degree

Living Costs Estimation

Based on guidelines from the Chinese Ministry of Education and official estimates. Both Pudong Campus and Xuhui Campus of Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine are located in Shanghai, with similar living costs, but specific expenses vary depending on individual lifestyle.

Pudong Campus

Accommodation (Monthly)

¥400-¥500 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (Monthly)

¥1,000-¥1,500 MYR 0

Transportation (Monthly)

¥200-¥400 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (Monthly)

¥150-¥250 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (Monthly)

¥500-¥800 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Costs

¥2,250-¥3,450 MYR 0

*Modern Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park - Pudong Campus

Xuhui Campus

Accommodation (Monthly)

¥400-¥500 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (Monthly)

¥1,000-¥1,500 MYR 0

Transportation (Monthly)

¥200-¥400 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (Monthly)

¥150-¥250 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (Monthly)

¥500-¥800 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Costs

¥2,250-¥3,450 MYR 0

*Convenient Downtown Location - Xuhui Campus

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