Last Updated: 23 Feb 2026

Bachelor of Chinese Medicine

This four-year degree programme focuses on Chinese medicine as well as basic western medicine knowledge with the intention to produce Singapore-trained Chinese medicine professionals with in-depth knowledge of regional/local diseases.

National University of Singapore
School of Biological Sciences
Course type: Full-time
Course duration: 4 years

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Course details

Field of study
Health Sciences
Certification offered
Bachelor of Chinese Medicine
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Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the following entry requirements for the course application:

QualificationRequirement
A-Level
  • At least H1/SL or equivalent pass in Mathematics, and
  • A good H2/HL/A Level or equivalent pass in Physics, Chemistry or Biology, and
  • At least an O Level/SL or equivalent pass in Chinese Language.

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Polytechnic Diploma
  • At least H1/SL or equivalent pass in Mathematics, and
  • A good H2/HL/A Level or equivalent pass in Physics, Chemistry or Biology, and
  • At least an O Level/SL or equivalent pass in Chinese Language.

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International Baccalaureate Diploma
  • At least H1/SL or equivalent pass in Mathematics, and
  • A good H2/HL/A Level or equivalent pass in Physics, Chemistry or Biology, and
  • At least an O Level/SL or equivalent pass in Chinese Language.
NUS High School Diploma
  • At least H1/SL or equivalent pass in Mathematics, and
  • A good H2/HL/A Level or equivalent pass in Physics, Chemistry or Biology, and
  • At least an O Level/SL or equivalent pass in Chinese Language.
International and other qualifications
  • At least H1/SL or equivalent pass in Mathematics, and
  • A good H2/HL/A Level or equivalent pass in Physics, Chemistry or Biology, and
  • At least an O Level/SL or equivalent pass in Chinese Language.

Internship

Internship durationCM clinical training 1 (13 weeks) CM clinical internship 1 (8 weeks) CM clinical training 2 (13 weeks) CM clinical training 3 (13 weeks) CM clinical internship 2 (4 weeks) CM clinical training 4 (13 weeks) CM clinical training 5 (13 weeks) CM clinical internship 3 (12 weeks) CM clinical training 6 (13 weeks) CM clinical training 7 (13 weeks) Western clinical training 7 (13 weeks)
Internship timeframeThroughout the 4 years candidature period

Overseas exposure programme

The duration is about 4-8 weeks (short term) or 6 months (long term) depending on the programme and it is non-compulsory. There are 2 types of programmes: Overseas Entrepreneurship Programme (OEP) and GEM Explorer programme. Check NTU's website for information on programme eligibility and application.

Career prospects

You Can Explore the Following Career Options Upon Graduation:

  • Physicians in Tcm Clinics and Hospitals in Singapore
  • Clinical Scientists (Chinese Medicine) At Research Institutes, Pharmaceutical Companies in Singapore
  • Research Positions At Government Agencies To Safeguard Public Health and Human Health
  • Higher Degree in Chinese Medicine
Please contact our school's Career Advice Office for any enquiries and appointment.

How to register

Direct Admissions with NUS

You may register here.