Hubei University of Chinese Medicine

Hubei University of Chinese Medicine (HUTCM) is located in Wuhan, a major city in central China. It is jointly established by the Hubei Provincial Government and the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and is part of the National Basic Capacity Building Project for Universities in Central and Western China as well as a Hubei Provincial First-Class Discipline Construction University.

Founded in 1954 as Hubei Provincial Chinese Medicine Advanced Study School, it was renamed HUTCM in 2010. The university operates two campuses in Wuchang and Hongshan districts, covering about 107 hectares with 543,000 square meters of building space.

HUTCM's flagship programs are Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Chinese Materia Medica, and Acupuncture & Moxibustion, all recognized as national-level specialty programs. The university holds 3 first-level doctoral degree authorization points (TCM, Chinese Materia Medica, Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine) and 2 postdoctoral research stations, ranking among the top TCM universities in China.

In the fourth round of China's discipline evaluation, TCM and Chinese Materia Medica were rated B+. The university operates several affiliated hospitals and clinical training bases, offering students extensive hands-on experience.

HUTCM has 1,654 faculty and staff, with over 40% holding senior titles, including nationally renowned TCM experts and provincial teaching masters. The 35 undergraduate programs cover TCM, pharmacy, acupuncture, nursing, rehabilitation, and more, with a curriculum that integrates classical theories with modern science, including bilingual and international course modules.

The university hosts over 20 provincial and ministerial key laboratories and engineering research centers, such as the Key Laboratory of Chinese Medicine Resource and Compound Prescription of the Ministry of Education. It undertakes numerous national research projects and collaborates with industry for technology transfer.

The Wuchang campus is located in a historic district near the Yellow Crane Tower and East Lake, offering a scenic environment. The Hongshan campus features modern facilities including smart classrooms, labs, a library, and standard sports venues.

Student dormitories are equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet access. Multiple dining halls serve Chinese, Western, and halal food. International student apartments have private bathrooms and shared kitchens.