About the university
Tianjin Medical University (TMU) was established in 1951 as Tianjin Medical College by the renowned endocrinologist Professor Chu Hsien-I. It became one of the first higher education medical institutions recognized by the Chinese government after the founding of the People’s Republic of China. In 1994, TMU emerged as a key player in China’s medical education landscape after merging with Tianjin Second Medical College. This consolidation earned it a spot in the prestigious “211 Project” in 1996, making it the only local university in Tianjin to receive this recognition. TMU continued its ascent by becoming a university jointly developed by the Tianjin Municipal People’s Government, the National Health Commission, and the Ministry of Education in 2015. By 2017, it was included in the “World First Class Discipline” initiative, and in 2022, it was further honored as a “Double First Class” university, solidifying its status as a leading institution in China.
TMU operates on two campuses—Qixiangtai Road and Guangdong Road—and manages seven affiliated hospitals. The university offers 21 undergraduate majors across 19 schools and departments, including an independent school. TMU is home to 11,509 students, of whom 5,517 are undergraduates, 4,127 are Master’s students, 1,188 are Ph.D. students, and 677 are international students hailing from 105 countries.
The university’s academic and research staff is equally impressive, with 8,618 employees, including 807 senior and 1,726 associate senior staff. TMU boasts 144 nationally recognized talents, including academicians from the Chinese Academy of Engineering and the Chinese Academy of Sciences, along with multiple recipients of prestigious awards such as the National Science Foundation for Outstanding Young Scholars. The university has also established 15 national and 2 Tianjin municipal first-class discipline development points, with 9 disciplines ranked in the global top 1% of Essential Science Indicators (ESI), including Clinical Medicine.
In the realm of education, TMU is a trailblazer. It was among the first institutions in China to implement eight-year and seven-year pilot programs in medical studies. The university has received numerous accolades for its educational initiatives, including 3 First National Teaching Material Development Awards and several national and municipal teaching awards. TMU’s International Medical School, established in 1997, leads in international medical education, offering 8 national and 25 municipal brand courses in English. The school’s efforts in establishing a teaching and quality assurance system for clinical medicine education for international students have been nationally recognized.
TMU’s commitment to research is evident in its extensive infrastructure, which includes 2 national key laboratories, 33 provincial and ministerial key laboratories, and 20 research institutes. Since the “12th Five-Year Plan,” the university has been awarded 158 scientific and technological awards and secured over 1.6 billion yuan for 3,266 research projects. The university’s affiliated hospitals are recognized as centers of excellence, with 24 national key clinical specialties and several national-level demonstration centers.
On the global front, TMU has forged partnerships with 100 universities and institutions across 27 countries. The university has conferred honorary and visiting professorships on 162 world-renowned medical experts and established an “Advisory Committee of Foreign Experts” to guide its internationalization efforts.
TMU’s mission is centered on integrating medical science with life sciences, focusing on education, research, and high-quality medical services. The university is dedicated to producing top-tier medical professionals and cutting-edge research, all while maintaining a distinctive academic culture. TMU aims to continue its trajectory as a leading research-oriented medical institution on both the national and global stages.
FEE Details
| Level | Duration (year) | Total Fees (RMB/ year) | Tuition fee (RMB/ year) | Accommodation fee (RMB/ year) | Other fees (RMB/ year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduates | 6 | 37000 | 30000 | 4000 | 3000 |
| Postgraduates | 3 | 37000 | 30000 | 4000 | 3000 |
| Doctoral candidates | 3 | 50000 | 40000 | 8000 | 2000 |
Accommodation and Fees: Double Room: 11,520 RMB/Year per person
| Registration fee | Health Insurance Fee | Visa Extension Fee | Medical Checkup | Service Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 RMB | 800 RMB / every year | 400 - 800 RMB /every year | 490 RMB | Please consult with us for details. |
Application Requirements:
- All pages of passport. If you are holding a passport valid earlier than September 2025, please issue a new passport in time.
- Notarized certificate of highest education. A notarized translation into Chinese or English must be attached.
- If the applicant is employed, he/she must submit a notarized certificate of employment issued by his/her employer. A notarized translation into Chinese or English must be attached to the document.
- Notarized academic transcripts (from the undergraduate level onward). Scanned copies of transcripts should include grades from the undergraduate, master’s (if any), and doctoral (if any) levels of study, up to the most recent semester. The transcripts should be issued and stamped by the academic affairs office, graduate school or relevant student administration department of the school attended. A notarized translation into Chinese or English must be attached to the transcripts.
- Letter of acceptance from the supervisor of Tianjin Medical University, signed by the supervisor and stamped by the supervisor’s unit.
- Study plan for coming to China (1000 words or more), written in Chinese or English, and signed by the Chinese supervisor for Ph.
- Applicants should submit a personal self-introduction video in Chinese or English and the video should contain relevant professional working ability in .avi or .mp4 format for 5-10 minutes.
- A letter of recommendation from two professors or associate professors in Chinese or English, which should focus on the applicant’s study goals in China, the cooperation between the Chinese institution or supervisor and the foreign supervisor or inter-university exchange, and the evaluation of the student’s overall ability and future development.
- Medical-related papers or scientific research published by the applicant, or other relevant information that can prove the applicant’s professional and personal background.
- “Record of Physical Examination for Foreigners” (copy, keep the original by yourself): This form is printed by the Chinese health and quarantine authorities and must be completed in English. Applicants should strictly follow the items required in the Record of Physical Examination for Foreigners. The “Record of Physical Examination for Foreigners” is invalid if the items are missing, if the photo of the applicant is not affixed or if the photo is not stamped with a seam seal, or if it is not signed and stamped by the physician and the hospital. Since the examination results are valid for 6 months, applicants are advised to determine the time for their own medical examination accordingly.
- Certificate of no criminal record. Applicants must submit a certificate of no criminal record issued by the local public security authorities within the validity period, which should normally be within 6 months before the deadline for application.
Program of Studies
| MBBS (English Medium) | Master’s degree Programs | Doctoral Program |
|---|---|---|
| 48,000 RMB / Year | 50,000 RMB / Year | 50,000 RMB / Year |
Basic Information
Starting Date: September 1, 2025
Contact Information
Phone: +86-19026809169 Email: admin@cucap.cn
