Nanchang University (NCU) - MBBS in China | Fee Structure, Eligibility & Admissions 2026
About the University
Founded
1940 (80+ Years)
Students
40,000+ (1,300+ international)
Status
211 Project + Double First-Class
Clinical Facilities
87+ across affiliated network
Nanchang University (NCU) was established over 80 years ago in 1940 and is a public comprehensive research university with 211 Project designation and Double First-Class initiative status - one of the most prestigious institutional rankings in China. The institution operates 32 colleges and schools covering medicine, engineering, economics, law, arts and sciences.
NCU maintains partnerships with 50+ international institutions including UCLA, University of Michigan, University of Toronto, and NUS. The campus hosts 40,000+ students including 1,300+ internationals, with faculty of 2,500+ members including international representation from Japan and Pakistan.
The international MBBS programme is PMDC/PMC approved, WHO listed, ECFMG recognised, and Ministry of Education of China approved. NCU has graduated 11+ international batches. Clinical training spans 5 directly affiliated hospitals, 12 sub-affiliated hospitals, 10 teaching hospitals and 60+ clinical practice bases - 87+ total clinical facilities. Dual March/September intakes provide scheduling flexibility.
Medical Program and Faculty
Duration
6 Years
Medium
Full English
Clinical Training
3 Hospitals
NCU's 6-year Clinical Medicine MBBS programme is English-medium (Year 1 is a Chinese language foundation year): HSK Level 4 must be passed within Year 1 - one of the more demanding HSK timelines in this guide, necessitating pre-arrival preparation. Dual March and September intakes provide rare scheduling flexibility. NCU's 211 Project + Double First-Class status means students benefit from research infrastructure and partnership networks at a level unmatched by standalone medical institutions in this guide.
Clinical training is delivered across 87+ facilities: 5 directly affiliated hospitals, 12 sub-affiliated hospitals, 10 teaching hospitals and 60+ clinical practice bases - one of the largest networks among non-MOE universities. The 11+ international MBBS batches that have graduated provide an established alumni base across South Asia, Africa and beyond.
Faculty strength: Only 211 Project + Double First-Class MBBS provider in this guide - the most prestigious institutional ranking represented here.
Affiliated Hospitals and Clinical Training
5 directly affiliated + 12 sub-affiliated + 10 teaching + 60+ practice bases - 87+ total clinical facilities, one of the largest networks among non-MOE universities.
Comprehensive clinical exposure across all major disciplines throughout the program.
First Affiliated Hospital of NCU
Primary clinical training site for international MBBS
4 Additional Directly Affiliated Hospitals
5 directly affiliated hospitals total
12 Sub-Affiliated + 10 Teaching Hospitals + 60+ Practice Bases
87+ clinical facilities total - one of the largest networks among non-MOE universities
Nanchang City and Campus Environment
City
Nanchang, Jiangxi (capital)
Setting
Western shore of Poyang Lake (China's largest freshwater)
Climate
Humid subtropical · 33-35°C summers · mild winters
Airport
Nanchang Changbei International (KHN)
Nanchang is the capital of Jiangxi Province in central-eastern China, located on the western shore of Poyang Lake - China's largest freshwater lake. The climate is humid subtropical with hot wet summers (33-35°C) and mild winters. Nanchang Changbei International Airport offers domestic and international flights, and the city has good rail and road access to Shanghai and Guangzhou major hubs.
The NCU campus is at No. 999 Xueyuan Avenue in Honggutan New District. As a 211 Project + Double First-Class comprehensive university, NCU offers facilities aligned with its national ranking - extensive library and research infrastructure across 32 colleges, partnership-driven international academic environment, and one of the most diverse Chinese university communities for international students (1,300+ from many countries).
Student life: 1,300+ international students from many countries, 3-sharing on-campus rooms, and the only 211 + Double First-Class MBBS provider in this guide.
Nanchang - capital of Jiangxi Province and home to Nanchang University (211 Project + Double First-Class).
Poyang Lake - China's largest freshwater lake on the western shore of which Nanchang sits.
📷 Photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
International Recognitions and Approvals
Important Admission Requirements
MOE Listed vs Non-MOE: What it Means for You
Despite NCU's prestigious 211 Project and Double First-Class national ranking, the university is not on China's MOE list for fully English-medium MBBS programmes. The international Clinical Medicine programme is English-medium (Year 1 is a Chinese language foundation year) with HSK-4 required within Year 1. PMDC/PMC, WHO and ECFMG recognition remain in place. Pakistani graduates can sit the PMDC/PMC licensing examination after MBBS completion.
Language Requirement: HSK-4 Within Year 1
NCU requires HSK Level 4 within Year 1 - one of the more demanding HSK timelines in this guide. Pre-arrival Mandarin preparation is strongly recommended to ensure students can pass HSK-4 within the academic year and progress smoothly.
Pakistan, India and Bangladesh Recognition
NCU is PMDC/PMC approved - Pakistani graduates are eligible to sit the NRE/NLE licensing examination. Indian applicants should note that non-MOE Chinese medical universities generally do not meet current NMC (India) criteria for FMGE/NExT eligibility under the 2021 NMC Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate regulations; verify the latest NMC requirements directly with the National Medical Commission before applying. Bangladeshi applicants should note that non-MOE Chinese programmes are not commonly included on BMDC's recognised foreign institutions list; verify the current BMDC list directly before applying. Always verify current council policy before applying.
Program Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Clinical Medicine (MBBS Equivalent) · 6 Years |
| Medium | English Medium (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) · HSK-4 within Year 1 |
| Intake | March and September (dual intakes) |
| Year 1 All-In | 33,800 RMB |
| Annual Cost (Year 2-6) | 26,200 RMB (tuition 20,000 + hostel 4,600 + visa/insurance 1,600) |
| Total 6-Year Cost | ~1,64,800 RMB |
| Application Fee | 1,000 RMB (separate) |
| Clinical Training | 5+12+10+60 = 87+ facilities |
| Distinction | 211 Project + Double First-Class (only one in this guide) |
Recognitions & Approvals: What This Means
Eligibility Criteria
Required Documents
Fee Structure
MBBS Clinical Medicine (English Medium · 6 Years)
Year 1 is an all-inclusive 33,800 RMB package covering admission, registration, visa, medical checkup, insurance, tuition and hostel. From Year 2 onwards the annual cost is 26,200 RMB (tuition 20,000 + hostel 4,600 + visa extension and insurance 1,600). 3-sharing on-campus rooms standard. Application fee is 1,000 RMB (separate).
All-inclusive package
Includes all first-year admin items
Visa Extension + Insurance
Visa Extension + Insurance
Visa Extension + Insurance
Visa Extension + Insurance
Visa Extension + Insurance
| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Other Fees | Total (RMB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Included | Included | Incl. in package | 33,800 RMB |
| Year 2 | 20,000 RMB | 4,600 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance | 26,200 RMB |
| Year 3 | 20,000 RMB | 4,600 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance | 26,200 RMB |
| Year 4 | 20,000 RMB | 4,600 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance | 26,200 RMB |
| Year 5 | 20,000 RMB | 4,600 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance | 26,200 RMB |
| Year 6 (Internship) | 20,000 RMB | 4,600 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance | 26,200 RMB |
| Total (6 Years) | ~164,800 RMB | |||
Notes on the fee structure:
- •Total 6-year MBBS cost: approximately RMB 1,64,800 (Year 1: 33,800 + Years 2-6: 26,200 x 5).
- •Application fee of 1,000 RMB is separate.
- •Medical checkup is one-time (Year 1).
- •Excluded: personal expenses and food.
Scholarships
Coverage
Tuition reduction (variable)
Eligibility
Outstanding enrolled international students
Coverage
20,000-25,000 RMB/year
Eligibility
Outstanding degree students
Coverage
Tuition + hostel + living allowance
Eligibility
Chinese language/culture-focused students
| Scholarship | Type | Coverage | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanchang University Scholarship | University Merit | Tuition reduction (variable) | Outstanding enrolled international students |
| Jiangxi Provincial Government Scholarship | Provincial Government | 20,000-25,000 RMB/year | Outstanding degree students |
| Confucius Institute Scholarship | Government | Tuition + hostel + living allowance | Chinese language/culture-focused students |
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By the Numbers
40,000+
Total Students
1,300+
International Students
2,500+
Faculty
32
Colleges and Schools
50+ (UCLA, Michigan, Toronto, NUS)
International Partners
Why Nanchang University Is Worth Considering?
- 1Only 211 Project + Double First-Class MBBS provider in this guide
- 211+ international MBBS batches graduated
- 3Dual annual intakes (March and September)
- 487+ clinical facilities - one of the largest networks among non-MOE universities
- 5International partnerships with UCLA, U Michigan, U Toronto, NUS
- 6International faculty representation from Japan and Pakistan
- 71,300+ international students - large diverse community
- 8PMDC/PMC, WHO and ECFMG recognised
- 9Capital-city Nanchang with international airport and good rail connectivity
How to Apply via Titans Abroad
Nanchang University (NCU) - the only 211 Project + Double First-Class MBBS provider in this guide - offers PMDC/PMC, WHO and ECFMG recognised English-medium MBBS (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) with 87+ clinical facilities, 11+ graduated international batches, partnerships with UCLA, U Michigan, U Toronto and NUS, dual March/September intakes, and ~1,64,800 RMB total 6-year cost. Titans Abroad handles your complete application, JW202, visa processing and travel to Nanchang.
Application Process
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Pre-Admission Letter
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Visa Processing
We guide you through the JW202 letter and all Chinese embassy documents. Typically 20–30 working days.
Arrive in China
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nanchang University (NCU) PMDC approved?
Yes. NCU is PMDC/PMC approved and Pakistani graduates are eligible to sit the NRE/NLE licensing examination after completing the 6-year MBBS. NCU is also WHO listed, ECFMG recognised, and WDOMS registered.
Is NCU MOE listed?
Despite NCU's prestigious 211 Project and Double First-Class national ranking, the university is not on China's MOE list for fully English-medium MBBS programmes. The programme is English-medium (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) with HSK-4 required within Year 1. Pakistani graduates remain eligible for the PMDC/PMC licensing examination via PMDC recognition.
What is the HSK requirement at NCU?
HSK Level 4 must be passed within Year 1 - one of the more demanding HSK timelines among non-MOE universities. Pre-arrival Mandarin preparation is strongly recommended.
What is the total cost of MBBS at NCU for 6 years?
Total 6-year MBBS cost is approximately RMB 1,64,800 (Year 1: 33,800 + Years 2-6: 26,200 x 5). The 1,000 RMB application fee is paid separately. Fees exclude food and personal expenses.
Does NCU offer dual intakes?
Yes. NCU accepts students for both March and September intakes annually - relatively rare scheduling flexibility among prestigious Chinese universities.
What makes NCU distinctive?
NCU is the only 211 Project + Double First-Class MBBS provider in this guide - the most prestigious institutional ranking represented. This means stronger research infrastructure, partnership networks (UCLA, U Michigan, U Toronto, NUS) and academic standing than standalone medical institutions.
How extensive is NCU's clinical training?
NCU has 5 directly affiliated hospitals, 12 sub-affiliated hospitals, 10 teaching hospitals and 60+ clinical practice bases - 87+ total facilities, one of the largest clinical training networks among non-MOE Chinese universities.
What is the accommodation standard at NCU?
3-sharing rooms at 4,600 RMB/year (Years 2-6) - higher cost than minimal hostels but reflecting comprehensive university facilities and standards.
Can Indian students study MBBS at NCU? Is NEET required?
Indian students are welcome to apply, but Indian applicants should note that non-MOE Chinese medical universities generally do not meet current NMC (India) criteria for FMGE/NExT eligibility under the 2021 NMC Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate regulations. Most Indian students seeking guaranteed NMC compliance choose MOE-listed Chinese universities instead. Anyone considering this university must independently verify the latest NMC requirements directly with the National Medical Commission before applying. NEET (50th percentile General / 40th percentile reserved) remains mandatory for Indian students studying MBBS abroad in any case.
Can Bangladeshi students study MBBS at NCU? Is the degree BMDC recognised?
Bangladeshi students may apply, but applicants should note that non-MOE Chinese programmes are not commonly included on BMDC's recognised foreign institutions list, which predominantly covers MOE-listed Chinese medical universities. Bangladeshi students should verify the current BMDC list directly before applying. Most Bangladeshi students seeking guaranteed BMDC recognition choose MOE-listed Chinese universities instead. SSC and HSC certificates with Physics, Chemistry and Biology are the core academic requirements.