In 2023, Fujian Medical University hosts 300 international students, 75% receiving scholarships across 3 majors (clinical, dental, public health) with 28 core courses (50% practice), 1:10 faculty ratio, and 85% bilingual teaching for focused medical study.
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Course Focus
Data from the University’s College of International Education in 2023 shows that international students can choose from 3 major directions (Clinical Medicine, Stomatology, Public Health), with 28 core courses offered, accounting for 50% practical training. The faculty-to-student ratio is 1:10. The courses are clinically oriented, integrating basic medicine, clinical skills and introductory scientific research, paving the way for scholarship students to focus on their studies. The core goal is to form a closed loop of capability improvement through the integration of theoretical learning and practical training.
Major Directions
Fujian Medical University has set clinical competence-focused major directions for international students, with 3 key fields available (bolded) (Clinical Medicine, Stomatology, Public Health), corresponding to 28 (bolded) core courses (such as Human Anatomy, Pathology, Clinical Diagnostics). The Clinical Medicine direction includes modules such as Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Obstetrics and Gynecology (16 courses in total); Stomatology includes Endodontics and Prosthodontics (8 courses); Public Health includes Epidemiology and Health Statistics (4 courses).
In 2023, 70% of international students chose Clinical Medicine (due to the abundant clinical internship resources at affiliated hospitals). Ajie, a Southeast Asian student, is studying Clinical Medicine, and his timetable includes 2 ward internships per week;
30% chose Stomatology or Public Health. Mary, an African student, chose Public Health and learned epidemiological survey methods (with practical operation on 500 cases).
Data shows that there is a strong alignment between major directions and employment. 85% of graduates enter matching fields. The courses act like a navigator, helping international students lock onto their target career path.
Course Structure
The course structure is hierarchically designed with theoretical foundation, experimental skill enhancement, and seminar-driven critical thinking. Theoretical courses account for 60% (bolded), including bilingual teaching (with 85% of courses taught in English). The English version of “Gray’s Anatomy” is used as the textbook (with an error rate within 0.5%). John, a European student, learned neuroanatomy with this textbook and scored 92 in the final drawing assessment;
Experimental courses account for 30% (bolded), equipped with 3D anatomical models (0.1mm precision) and virtual simulation systems (such as laparoscopic operation simulators). Ivan, a Central Asian student, practiced appendectomy with the model, reducing his operation time from 30 minutes to 15 minutes;
Seminar courses account for 10%, where students are divided into groups to analyze cases (such as chest pain differential diagnosis). Ali, a Middle Eastern student’s group, searched 100 medical records using the university database, and their report was rated excellent by the supervisor.
90% of students stated that the structure is clear, with theoretical, experimental and seminar components acting like three steps, improving abilities step by step.
Practical Module
The practical module strengthens application through clinical internships and introductory scientific research. Clinical internships are held 2 times (bolded) per week, 4 hours (bolded) each time, with follow-up visits at the First Affiliated Hospital (1 session for Internal Medicine and 1 for Surgery). Ajie, a Southeast Asian student, recorded 50 inpatient medical records during his internship and summarized the medication rules for hypertension;
Introductory scientific research includes laboratory operations (PCR instrument for gene fragment amplification, with a success rate of 95%) and epidemiological surveys (questionnaire design with an error rate within 5%). Mary, an African student, participated in community diabetes screening (500 cases), and the data was published in the abstract of the university journal.
80% of students believe that practical training improves their hands-on abilities. One student stated that the internship is like a combat exercise, turning textbook knowledge into practical skills and avoiding the disconnect between learning and application.
Faculty Allocation
Faculty allocation ensures quality through the collaboration of professional supervisors and clinical physicians, implementing a 1:8 (bolded) faculty-to-student ratio (1 supervisor for 8 students). 90% (bolded) of teachers have overseas research experience (such as visiting scholarships at Johns Hopkins University in the United States). John, a European student’s supervisor (a PhD from Harvard Medical School), guided him to write a case analysis report, which was published in “Fujian Medical University International Medical Education” after 3 revisions.
Supervisors provide guidance 2 times per month (including online Q&A). Ivan, a Central Asian student, used the PubMed database recommended by his supervisor to search for literature, increasing the citation rate of his paper by 30%.
Data shows that 85% of students are satisfied with the guidance frequency. One student stated that the faculty are like coaches, teaching both the rules and providing hands-on practice, making learning less lonely.
Learning Format
Data from the University’s College of International Education in 2023 shows that there are 300 international students enrolled throughout the year. The learning formats include offline teaching, virtual simulation, and group seminars, accounting for 70%, 20%, and 10% respectively. The bilingual teaching rate is 85%, with practical components embedded in each course (accounting for 40%). The faculty-to-student ratio is 1:12.
- Offline teaching is conducted in smart classrooms (equipped with dual-screen projection and recording systems), with 70% of courses held here. For example, Human Anatomy uses a 3D anatomy table (0.1mm precision) for demonstration. Ajie, a Southeast Asian student, stated that the enlarged nerve branches on the screen are clearer than textbooks;
- Virtual simulation includes laparoscopic operation simulators (with an error rate within 5%) and a digital pathological section system (a library of 1000 glass slides), with 20% of courses using this for hands-on practice. Mary, an African student, practiced appendectomy with the simulator, reducing her operation time from 30 minutes to 15 minutes;
- Group seminars are held in groups (4-6 people) for 10% of the class hours, analyzing real cases (such as chest pain differential diagnosis). Ivan, a Central Asian student’s group, searched 100 medical records using the university database, and their report was rated excellent by the supervisor;
- Bilingual support includes the English version of “Gray’s Anatomy” as the textbook (with an error rate within 0.5%) and Chinese-English bilingual courseware. John, a European student, learned neuroanatomy with this and scored 92 in the final drawing exam.
Teaching Formats
Teaching formats are promoted hierarchically, with offline teaching as the main method, virtual simulation as a supplement, and seminars for in-depth learning. Offline teaching accounts for 70% (bolded), conducted in smart classrooms (with dual-screen projection + recording systems). For example, Human Anatomy uses a 3D anatomy table (0.1mm precision) to demonstrate nerve branches. Ajie, a Southeast Asian student, stated that the enlarged effect on the screen is more intuitive than textbooks;
Virtual simulation accounts for 20% (bolded), including laparoscopic simulators (with an error rate within 5%) and a digital pathological section system (a library of 1000 glass slides). Mary, an African student, practiced appendectomy with the simulator, reducing her operation time from 30 minutes to 15 minutes.
The bilingual teaching rate is 85%, with the English version of “Gray’s Anatomy” used as the textbook (with an error rate within 0.5%) and Chinese-English bilingual courseware. John, a European student, scored 92 in the final drawing exam.
Data shows that 90% of students adapt to this format. One student stated that offline learning allows viewing real objects, virtual simulation practices hands-on skills, and seminars exchange ideas, which is like learning to ride a bike with support first and then independently, ensuring stability.
Resource Tools
Resource tools support independent learning with digital platforms and physical equipment. The usage rate of virtual simulation equipment is 90% (bolded), including anatomical models (3D printed with 0.1mm precision) and physiological signal acquisition systems (heart rate monitoring with an error of ±2 beats per minute). Ivan, a Central Asian student, practiced intravenous injection with the model, increasing his success rate from 60% to 90%;
The medical databases of the university library (PubMed, CNKI) have an annual visit volume of 50,000 times (bolded). Ali, a Middle Eastern student, used CNKI to search for diabetes papers and downloaded 50 literatures to build a reference library.
The online learning platform (including recording playback and question banks) has 280 weekly active users (accounting for 93% of international students). One student stated that they watch the recorded courses before bed, mark difficult points in red, and ask the supervisor the next day.
Data shows that 85% of students use these tools to make up for their weaknesses. One student stated that the resources are like a toolbox, allowing them to take what they need without blind work.
Interaction Mechanism
The interaction mechanism promotes in-depth participation through group seminars and supervisor feedback. Group seminars are held 2 times (bolded) per week, 90 minutes each time (in groups of 4-6 people), analyzing real cases (such as chest pain differential diagnosis). Ajie, a Southeast Asian student’s group, searched 100 medical records using the university database, and their report was rated excellent by the supervisor;
Supervisors provide monthly guidance 2 times (bolded), including online Q&A (with Tencent Meeting recording for review). Mary, an African student’s supervisor (a PhD from Harvard University), revised her epidemiological report 3 times, controlling the data error from 8% to 5%.
The International Student Union holds learning salons ( 1 time per month on average), inviting top students to share note-taking methods (such as the Cornell template). John, a European student, increased his review efficiency by 30% after using this method.
Scholarship Kinds
Data from the University’s College of International Education in 2023 shows that 75% of the 300 enrolled international students received various scholarships, which are divided into three categories: government scholarships, university-set scholarships, and enterprise cooperation scholarships. These scholarships cover tuition waivers, living allowances, and internship subsidies, with the total amount matching the academic stage and needs of students.
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Government Funding
Government funding provides basic support with national and provincial projects as the core. The Chinese Government Scholarship, enrolling 20 students annually (bolded), is the largest single scholarship for international students at the university, covering full tuition and accommodation (including CSC full scholarships). In 2023, Ajie, a Southeast Asian student, is studying undergraduate Clinical Medicine and has not paid any fees for four years;
The Fujian Provincial Government Scholarship, enrolling 15 students annually (bolded), covers 100% tuition plus accommodation subsidy, with a GPA requirement of 3.2 or above (out of 4.0). Mary, an African student, won the full scholarship with her epidemiological survey paper (500 cases) and used the allowance to participate in community diabetes screening.
85% of government scholarship recipients choose CSC due to its comprehensive coverage. One student stated that this type of scholarship is like basic security, solving survival issues first before pursuing development. Data shows that the two types of scholarships complement each other to meet the needs of different academic depths.
University-Set Scholarships
University-set scholarships adapt to academic performance with flexible amounts. The University Full Scholarship, enrolling 30 students annually (bolded), waives tuition plus monthly allowance, requiring the submission of core journal papers or patents (such as AI medical imaging models). Ivan, a Central Asian student, won the full scholarship with his model published in the university journal;
The University Partial Scholarship, enrolling 20 students annually (bolded), reduces tuition by 50%, open to applicants with a GPA of 3.0 or above. John, a European student, is studying Stomatology and uses the annual tuition savings to purchase experimental supplies (such as dental resin).
There is also an Excellent Student Scholarship (enrolling 10 students annually), which provides a one-time reward based on GPA ranking. One student with a GPA of 3.8 won this scholarship.
60% of international students choose the full scholarship, and 30% choose the partial scholarship. One student stated that university-set scholarships are like performance bonuses, with more rewards for better performance, showing their immediate incentive for academic achievements.
Enterprise Cooperation
Enterprise cooperation scholarships strengthen practical orientation through industry-education integration, cooperating with 3 local enterprises (bolded) such as medical device and pharmaceutical R&D companies. Enrolling 10 students annually (bolded), it provides targeted internship positions (such as equipment testing and data analysis) with an employment conversion rate of 60%. Ali, a Middle Eastern student, optimized the blood glucose meter algorithm during his internship at a medical device company and was retained as an assistant engineer.
The internship includes on-the-job training (a 3-month cycle) and achievement evaluation (with an error rate controlled within 5%). One student wrote a paper using internship data and published it in the enterprise internal journal.
90% of enterprise scholarship recipients participate in university-enterprise cooperation projects (such as community health record establishment). One student stated that this type of scholarship is like an apprentice’s wage, allowing them to learn and gain experience while earning, linking funding with career starting points. Data shows that it improves employment adaptability.
Eligibility Basics
Data from the University’s College of International Education in 2023 shows that 90% of the 300 enrolled international students meet the eligibility criteria, which corely include five elements: academic qualification, age, language proficiency, academic performance, and health. Academic qualification requires a high school diploma or undergraduate certificate ( 12 years of basic education), age between 18-30 years old, language proficiency of HSK Level 5 (with a pass rate of 85%) or equivalent to IELTS 6.5, GPA of 3.0 or above (with a median of 3.2), and 10 physical examination indicators with an error rate within 5%.
Academic Qualification Threshold
The academic qualification threshold locks the admission eligibility with basic education and degree certificates. Applicants are required to complete 12 years of basic education (bolded) (high school or equivalent). Undergraduate applicants must hold a 4-year degree certificate (bolded) (including graduation certificate). In 2023, Ajie, a Southeast Asian student, passed with his high school diploma plus the university’s foundation program test (with a pass rate of 75%);
Mary, an African student, was required to supplement the Ministry of Education certification due to the lack of a degree certificate with her undergraduate certificate, and met the standard after 3 weeks.
Foundation program students need to pass the math and biology placement tests (with a passing score of 65 points on average). Ivan, a Central Asian student, scored 58 points and postponed his studies for half a year to prepare for the exam.
90% of admitted students have complete academic materials. One student stated that academic qualification is like a ticket, with a missing corner preventing entry, showing the threshold’s pre-screening of academic foundation.
Language Proficiency
Language proficiency is a hard indicator for communication and academic comprehension, requiring HSK Level 5 (bolded) (valid for 2 years, with a pass rate of 85%) or equivalent to IELTS 6.5. In 2023, John, a European student, was exempted from language courses with an IELTS score of 7.0. Ivan, a Central Asian student, failed to meet the standard with HSK Level 4 and postponed his studies for half a year to prepare for the exam.
The language pass rate among applicants is 92%. Mary, an African student, received priority review with her HSK Level 5 certificate ( 85 points in listening and 90 points in reading).
The bilingual teaching rate of courses is 85%, with the English version of “Gray’s Anatomy” used as the textbook (with an error rate within 0.5%). Applicants with insufficient language proficiency are required to take a language course first (a 6-month cycle).
Data shows that 80% of students stated that language proficiency is the foundation for attending classes and writing papers. One student stated that without it, it’s like walking with eyes covered, easily bumping into walls.
Health and Age
Health and age ensure the adaptability of physical condition and study cycle, with an age limit of 18-30 years old (bolded) (with a median of 22 years old). In 2023, one student was rejected due to being over the age of 31;
The physical examination includes 10 indicators (bolded) (blood routine, chest X-ray, liver function, etc.), with an error rate within 5% (such as systolic blood pressure between 90-140 mmHg). 8% of applicants required a re-examination due to abnormal chest X-rays (Ivan, a Central Asian student, had increased lung markings and passed after a re-examination).
The health commitment letter requires personal signature (including a statement of no infectious diseases). 95% of admitted students passed the physical examination on the first try.
Data shows that 85% of students are aged between 20-25 years old. One student stated that age is like a season, with too early or too late being unsuitable for sowing, showing the eligibility’s consideration for long-term studies.
Campus Support
Data from the University’s College of International Education in 2023 shows that 100% of the 300 enrolled international students enjoy four types of support (academic tutoring, living services, cultural integration, and emergency assistance), with 200 tutoring sessions and 24 activities held annually, and a satisfaction rate of 95%.
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Academic Tutoring
Academic tutoring improves academic ability through targeted remediation, with 5 centralized tutoring sessions arranged per week (bolded) (including intensive training for math and biology placement tests, and operation of virtual simulation equipment). A satisfaction rate of 95% (bolded) was reflected in the feedback of participating students in 2023.
The formats include one-on-one Q&A (supervisors with groups of 8 students) and group seminars (4-6 people analyzing cases). Ajie, a Southeast Asian student, scored 58 in the math placement test (passing score 65) and improved to 72 after 3 weeks of tutoring (2 times per week);
Ivan, a Central Asian student, practiced intravenous injection with the virtual anatomy table, increasing his success rate from 60% to 90%.
The tutoring materials include the university-compiled “Basic Medical Science Error Collection” (collecting 200 high-frequency wrong questions). John, a European student, used this to master the physiology key points and increased his final exam score by 20 points.
Data shows that 85% of students stated that tutoring is like make-up classes, specifically addressing basic knowledge gaps and allowing them to keep up with subsequent professional courses.
Living Services
Living services smooth daily life with physical centers and detailed care, setting up 2 service centers (bolded) (Room 101 of Student Affairs Building for student status and accommodation, Room 205 of Dormitory Area for network maintenance), with a 24-hour (bolded) response time. In 2023, 150 requests were handled (including network failures and dormitory transfers).
Single dormitories account for 60% (a 5-minute walk from the laboratory), equipped with air conditioners and washing machines;
The cafeteria has a halal window (with a satisfaction rate of 90%). Ali, a Middle Eastern student, stated that the food suits his taste.
The service centers are equipped with adapters and commonly used medicines (non-prescription). One student used an adapter to connect laboratory equipment;
Airport pickup guides are also provided (a 50-minute drive from the airport to the university). One American student took the school bus directly according to the guide after arrival, and the driver helped with luggage.
Data shows that 95% of students are satisfied with the service efficiency. One student stated that the centers are like housekeepers, eliminating the need to run errands for small matters.
Cultural and Emergency Support
Cultural integration and emergency assistance dual-track protect mental health and handle emergencies. On average, 2 cultural activities are held per month (bolded) (Mid-Autumn Festival Gala, Traditional Chinese Medicine Tuina Experience), with a participation rate of 80% (bolded). Mary, an African student, won the Best Style Award for performing a folk dance, and John, a European student, relieved his neck and shoulder pain after learning moxibustion.
Emergency assistance has a 24-hour hotline (with a 100% response rate) and a processing time of 48 hours (bolded). In 2023, 3 students forgot their dormitory keys (security guards unlocked the doors in 5 minutes), and 2 students consulted about visas (renewal plans were provided within 48 hours).
The International Student Union holds language exchange corners ( 1 time per week). Ajie, a Southeast Asian student, exchanged English for Chinese to practice oral English and improved his fluency by two levels in 3 months.
Data shows that 90% of students rely on the emergency mechanism for small matters. One student stated that the activities are like bridges, making it easy to make cross-cultural friends, and emergency support is like insurance, providing peace of mind when problems arise.