MBBS at Sichuan University

Overview

Sichuan University (SCU) offers an English-taught MBBS program through its West China School of Medicine, one of the most prestigious medical schools in China. Located in Chengdu, the program benefits from West China Hospital — one of the largest and most advanced hospitals in Asia — providing students with unparalleled clinical exposure across a vast range of specialties and patient populations.

Program Details

Item	Detail
Duration	6 years (including 1-year internship)
Medium	English
Degree	Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
Intake	Fall (September)
Affiliated Hospitals	West China Hospital, West China Second University Hospital, West China School of Stomatology Hospital

Tuition & Fees

Item	Amount (CNY/year)
Tuition	38,000
Accommodation	4,000–9,000
Insurance	800

Note: Tuition figures are estimates based on published data. Verify the current fee schedule directly with SCU admissions before applying.

Admission Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with strong science background (biology, chemistry, physics)
• Minimum age 18 at enrollment
• English proficiency: IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ (or equivalent)
• NEET qualification required for Indian applicants
• Good health and no criminal record
• CSC scholarship applicants must apply through the Chinese Embassy or SCU directly

Licensing Note

The MBBS degree from Sichuan University is recognized by WHO. Graduates must pass their home country's medical licensing examination (e.g., USMLE for the US, PLAB for the UK, FMGE/NExT for India, AMC for Australia) to practice medicine. The program curriculum is designed to align with international licensing standards.

Related Concepts

• Sichuan University
• Chengdu
• CSC Scholarship
• MBBS Glossary