Zhejiang · Wenzhou

Wenzhou Medical University

Ranking
#118
QS World Ranking
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Founded
1958
Programs
177
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University Profile

Introduction

A century-old medical university in Zhejiang, renowned for optometry and clinical medicine, cultivating globally-minded healthcare professionals.

Overview

Wenzhou Medical University (WMU), located in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, is a key provincial university jointly established by the Zhejiang Provincial Government, the National Health Commission, and the Ministry of Education.

It is also a high-level university construction university in Zhejiang. Tracing its roots back to 1912, WMU has over a century of medical education history. As a member of the Yangtze River Delta Medical Education Alliance and the Haixi Medical Alliance, WMU actively promotes internationalization, hosting 530 international degree students and partnering with overseas universities like the University of Alberta.

Features & strengths

WMU's flagship program is optometry, nationally and globally renowned as the 'cradle of optometry education in China'. Clinical medicine, pharmacy, and nursing are also strong, with clinical medicine ranking among the global top 1% in ESI.

The university offers 5 first-level doctoral programs, 13 master's programs, and 2 postdoctoral research stations. Its affiliated hospitals, including several top-tier hospitals, provide robust support for clinical teaching and research.

Teaching & research

WMU boasts a highly qualified faculty of 1,898 full-time teachers and over 16,000 medical staff from affiliated hospitals, including national talents and overseas returnees. It offers 30 undergraduate majors, two '5+3' integrated bachelor-master programs, and one Sino-foreign cooperative clinical medicine program.

The curriculum emphasizes practical training with small-class teaching and early clinical exposure. Research platforms include the Institute of Virology and the Translational Medicine Committee, along with multiple provincial key labs and engineering centers.

Campus & facilities

WMU has three campuses: Chashan, Xueyuan Road, and Binhai, covering 1,436 mu. The main Chashan campus features modern teaching buildings, a library, and well-equipped labs. Student dormitories are comfortable with air conditioning, hot water, and internet.

Sports facilities include a gym, track field, and swimming pool. Diverse dining options cater to various tastes. The campus is conveniently located 30 minutes from downtown Wenzhou, and each campus has affiliated hospitals for clinical practice and healthcare.

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