Southern Medical University

Leading medical university in Guangzhou, well known for its English-taught MBBS program.

At a glance

Location

Guangzhou, South China

Degree levels

Undergraduate · Graduate (Master's / PhD)

English-taught

MBBS is fully English-taught; other programs are Chinese-taught (HSK required).

CSCA aptitude exam

Required for undergraduate applicants (national policy, from 2026/27). — subjects: 理科中文, 数学, 化学

Language requirement

HSK for Chinese-taught; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 for English-taught (MBBS).

Application deadline

Self-funded: Dec 1 – Jun 30.

Tuition (indicative)

¥30,000–45,000/yr (medical programs); confirm on istudy.smu.edu.cn.

Programs & degrees

Undergraduate

Available

Graduate

Master's & PhD available

English-taught

MBBS is fully English-taught; other programs are Chinese-taught (HSK required).

CSC scholarships

Eligible — see the scholarship list and the CSC guide.

Strong subjects

• Clinical Medicine
• Basic Medicine
• Biomedical Engineering

Why students choose it

• Heritage of the former First Military Medical University
• Strong clinical medicine
• Located in Guangzhou

Highlights

• International Student Service System (fimmu.at0086.cn) for online application.
• English-medium MBBS listed by China's Ministry of Education.
• International Education College manages admissions and scholarships.

How to apply

1. Check eligibility and the language requirement (HSK for Chinese-taught programs, or an English test for English-taught programs).
2. Prepare your documents: notarised transcripts, a study plan, two recommendation letters, and the physical-examination form.
3. Submit through the official portal below, and sit the CSCA aptitude assessment if you are applying for undergraduate admission.
4. Track your deadline and wait for the admission notice; apply for a CSC scholarship separately if you are eligible.

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