Study Medicine in Nanchong – North Sichuan Medical University

What are the entry requirements for North Sichuan Medical University in Nanchong?

You need a general higher-education entrance qualification — for example A-levels, the Abitur or an equivalent qualification. There is no numerus clausus, so your school-leaving grade does not decide your place. You also need English language proficiency and a student visa.

How do I get a place through Medschool Experts?

Medschool Experts places students at this university without an NC requirement. Whether we can place you with your profile is something we clarify in a free, no-obligation consultation — where we also discuss which university suits you best.

How much does studying at North Sichuan Medical University cost?

Tuition fees are 30,000 to 53,000 RMB per year (around 4,200 to 7,400 USD). On top of that come the application, visa, insurance, travel, and accommodation. Always ask the International Office to confirm every figure in writing — figures quoted on international placement portals vary considerably.

How much money do you need per month in Nanchong?

Budget 350 to 600 EUR per month. That puts Nanchong well below European cost-of-living levels. How much it will actually be in your case depends mainly on whether you live in a university dormitory or private accommodation.

Do you need Chinese for your studies?

Teaching is in English. For patient contact once the clinical phase begins, however, you will need Chinese. Portals that claim otherwise are leaving something out. This is a real additional effort on top of an already demanding medical curriculum.

How is the programme structured and how long does it take?

The programme lasts five years plus one year of internship. First comes the pre-clinical phase covering the theoretical foundations, then the clinical phase with examination courses and clinical placements at affiliated hospitals. The final year is predominantly practical.

Is the degree recognised in Europe?

Not automatically. China is outside the EU, so the competent national authority assesses your degree individually for equivalence. If the assessment is positive, licensure follows; otherwise a knowledge test is required first.

What else should you know about recognition?

The Chinese Ministry of Education maintains an official positive list of universities permitted to offer English-language Medicine programmes. Check before applying whether the university is named on that list — an English-language programme without that listing is a significant risk for later recognition. China's accreditation agency WCAME has been recognised by the World Federation for Medical Education since June 2020.

Do you receive a Transcript of Records?

Yes. Your academic results are documented in a transcript showing subjects, examinations, and grades. This is exactly what the competent authority will later need for the equivalence assessment. Keep all semester certificates and grade records complete — they are difficult to obtain retroactively.

Can you transfer to a European university during your studies?

There is no automatic pathway. A transfer to a European faculty runs through a lateral-entry procedure with individual credit recognition and depends on available places in higher semesters. From a non-EU programme, this rarely succeeds. Plan your studies as a complete path through to graduation.

How does Medschool Experts support you on the ground?

We organise the application and documents, support you with enrolment, accommodation, and administrative processes, and remain your contact after your studies begin. We also tell you in advance where the weaknesses of this particular location lie.