BACHELOR OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (HONS)

THE BEST OF
TWO WORLDS
IN MEDICINE
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Ancient Chinese practices and 21st century innovations are sparking
a revolution in medicine. As a practitioner of Traditional Chinese
Medicine (TCM), you will apply scientific advances to a 5,000-year
legacy of health and wellness, which includes herbal medicine,
acupuncture, and dietary therapy. At INTI, you will hone your skills
through hours of practice, giving you a strong foundation for a
lifelong career in healing.
SEMESTER ABROAD PROGRAMME (SAP™)
PERSONAL AND CAREER GROWTH
Our Semester Abroad Programme (SAP™) will help you grow personally,
as you improve your self-confidence, communication skills and
marketability. For one exciting semester, experience an academic
adventure in a foreign country, where you can study with local
students, join clubs or activities of your interest, and form friendships.
• Chart your career path with our dedicated lecturers and
counsellors, who will guide you with the help of personal
development plans and self assessment tools
• Get a head-start in your career with the advantages of
employer mentorships and coaching by industry experts
• Gain insights into your career pathway at our career camps
and industry workshops
• Improve your self-confidence and communication skills
through our specially developed General Education modules
• Cultivate resourcefulness and productivity skills using work
tools, office applications and research methods
Just enrol in an international university of your choice and select
classes relevant to your programme. As with most cases, your tuition
fees* for this semester will be the same as what you would pay at your
home institution.
*Terms and Conditions apply.
FOUNDATION
IN SCIENCE
BACHELOR OF
TRADITIONAL
CHINESE
MEDICINE
(HONS)
This programme prepares students
for admission into Science-related
degrees at INTI. It is designed to equip
students with a solid fundamental
knowledge of their field of study,
which includes Physics, Chemistry,
Mathematics, English and Basic
Computing.
This programme is helmed by highly qualified
TCM practitioners from Malaysia and China,
providing students with a strong foundation
in TCM clinical practices and treatments.
The programme is highly adaptable,
equipping students with more than 2,200
hours of practical training.
Learning approach
The best kind of education is one that will empower you for life. It will equip you with ideas
and insights. Expose you to real world experience. Bring out your true potential.
You will learn how to integrate traditional and modern medical knowledge to improve health.
How to apply and practise. Revive. Restore.
Get ready to discover the remedy for success.
“Thank you INTI for giving me the opportunity to
study in Beijing University of Chinese Medicine.
It has been an enriching experience for me.”
Kung Wan Jing, student of INTI International
University Bachelor of Traditional Chinese Medicine
(Hons), spent a semester at BUCM Beijing, China.
INTI TCM students
(Year 4) attending the
Silent Mentor Workshop
at University Malaya’s
Faculty of Medicine.
It is a value-added
learning experience for
the students.
Students will be introduced to various active
learning methodologies such as Problem-based
Learning, group discussions and projects,
helping them develop academically in areas
such as study skills, presentation skills,
research skills and time management, which
are all prerequisites for academic success.
This will further enhance the critical and
analytical skills of our students, preparing
them for the demanding workplace.
Assessment
BECOME A TRUSTED PHYSICIAN
A recognised world-class education
As Malaysia’s first institution to run an extensive TCM degree programme, we will help you build
a solid foundation in this unique field before you begin your clinical internship, either locally or
overseas in Shanghai, Beijing, Shandong or Tianjin. Our degree programme is recognised by the
Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and Ministry of Health (MOH).
Lectures in dual languages
Our programme is delivered in English and Mandarin so you can grasp and absorb every aspect.
By mastering two of the world’s most widely spoken languages, you will thrive wherever you go.
Experienced and esteemed lecturers
Ensure your place in this field under the guidance of qualified and accomplished lecturers from
Malaysia and China. You will acquire essential skills and knowledge from seasoned practitioners
who have years of academic and professional experience.
Focus on practical learning
Gain extensive clinical exposure and practise at our Chinese Medicine Centre, starting from Year 1.
You will have over 2,200 hours to hone your skills, giving you an advantage when you graduate.
Prestigious international collaborations
We have a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for a 3+2 transfer programme with four of China’s
most renowned TCM institutions – the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University
of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and
Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Students who successfully complete a 3+2
transfer programme offered in collaboration with Beijing University of Chinese Medicine will receive
dual certificates.
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INTERNATIONAL GUEST LECTURERS
Third from left:
Professor Shi LiPing
– Guest lecturer from
Tianjin University of TCM.
We regularly invite renowned professors and lecturers from our partner
universities and Laureate network to share their wealth of knowledge,
expertise and experience with INTI students. Through them, you will
gain greater global awareness and industry insights.
INTI FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
Dr. YONG KIAN FUI
Dr. YEOH BENG AND
• Director of Centre of TCM
• Master Degree, Tianjin University of TCM, China
• PhD, Shandong TCM University, China
• Serves in various committees at the Ministry
of Health Malaysia, the Public Service
Department, the Ministry of Higher Education
as well as the Ministry of Human Resources
for the development of TCM teaching
• Senior lecturer of TCM
• PhD in Internal Medicine,
Tianjin University of TCM, China, 2009
• Master in Acupuncture & Tuina,
Tianjin University of TCM, China, 2000
• Degree in TCM, Maktab Perubatan
Tionghua Malaya, Chinese Medical
Institute of Malaya, 1990
• Chinese physician for more than 20 years
Assessment of individual courses in the
Foundation Programme consists of two
components:
• Continuous course work (50%)
• Final examination (50%)
Offered at
Programme structure
INTI International University
The continuous course work component
comprises different assessment tasks
such as projects, assignments, laboratory
work, presentations, tests, and others as
assigned throughout each semester. The final
examination is conducted at the end of each
semester. The assessments are subject to
quality assurance procedures to maintain high
standards and ensure fair assessment.
Duration
Year 1
• Chemistry 1
• Chemistry 2
• English Language Skills 1
• English Language Skills 2
• General Studies
• Mathematics 1
• Mathematics 2
• Self-Development Skills
• Skills for Creative Thinking
KPT/JPS(A10019)03/2019
INTAKES: JAN, MAY & AUG
1 Year
Elective papers for Biological Science
Pathway
• Basic Computing
• Biology 1
• Biology 2
• Statistics
Elective papers for Pure Science Pathway
• Biology 1
• Biology 2
• General Physics 1
• General Physics 2
Students will need to complete five months
of internship at the Beijing University
of Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University
of TCM, Shandong University of TCM or
Tianjin University of TCM. They will graduate
with sound traditional medical knowledge
backed by established scientific principles,
which they can apply to a successful career
in TCM.
Career opportunities
With the passing of the Traditional &
Complementary Medicine Act, the profession
will be regulated by the Ministry Of Health.
Graduates can choose the following pathways:
• Apply to work with the Ministry of Health
• Set up their own TCM clinics
• Enter into the academic line with research
• Enter into the Chinese Pharmaceutical
industry
Offered at
INTI International University
KPT/JPS(A8767)06/2019
INTAKES: JAN & JUL
Duration
5 Years
Programme structure
Year 1
• Cell Biology & Biochemistry
• Chinese Medicine Language I
• Chinese Medicine Language II
• Chinese Medicine Materia Medica
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Diagnostic of Chinese Medicine
• History of Chinese Medicine
• Human Biology
• Microbiology
• Theories of Chinese Medicine
Year 2
• Chinese Medicine Internal Medicine I
• Chinese Medicine Language III / Mandarin III
(Medical Chinese)
• Fundamentals of Acupuncture
• General Psychology
• Pathology
• Pharmacology
• Prescription of Chinese Medicine
• Shang Han Lun
• Technique & Treatment of Acupuncture &
Moxibustion
• Technique of Tuina
• Yellow Emperor’s Classic
Year 3
• Chinese Medicine Geriatrics
• Chinese Medicine Internal Medicine 2
• Chinese Medicine Orthopaedics &
Traumatology
• First Aid & Emergencies
• Medical Laws, Regulations & Ethics
• Modern Diagnostic & Internal Medicine I
• Modern Diagnostic & Internal Medicine II
• Synopsis of Prescriptions of the Golden
Chamber
• Therapeutics of Tuina
• Wen Bing Xue
Year 4
• Chinese Medicine External Medicine
• Chinese Medicine Gynaecology
• Chinese Medicine Paediatrics
• Life Cultivation & Rehabilitation
of Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Research Methodology
Year 5
• Etiology & Therapeutic of Spine
• Final Year Project – Traditional Chinese
Medicine
• Internship (Local and Abroad)
General Education Subjects (GES)
• Community Service & Co-curriculum
• Entrepreneurship
• Ethnic Relations
• Islamic & Asian Civilisation (Local students) /
Malaysian Studies 3
(International students)
• Presentation Skills (Local students) /
Communicating in Malay 3
(International students)
In collaboration with
Beijing University of
Chinese Medicine, China
Founded in 1956, it is the only traditional
Chinese medical higher learning institution
that has earned a place in the “211 Project”
for national development.
Shanghai University of
Traditional Chinese Medicine, China
Established in 1956, it has taken a leading
position among TCM colleges for its exemplary
integration of education, scientific research,
complete disciplines and majors, and high
quality faculty.
Shandong University of
Traditional Chinese Medicine, China
One of the most famous TCM universities in
China, it is recognised for excellence in clinical
medicine, pedagogy and scientific research.
Tianjin University of
Traditional Chinese Medicine, China
Established in 1958, TUTCM has one of the best
TCM hospitals in China. The University has an
excellent state-of-the-art learning environment
with distinguished teaching faculty, and is the
forerunner in TCM research and development.
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