Southwest Medical University

Located in Luzhou City, Sichuan Province, along the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, Southwest Medical University (SWMU) is a provincial key institution of higher education and a member of Sichuan's 'Double First-Class' discipline construction plan.

Founded in 1951 as the Southwest Sichuan Medical School, it was approved as a doctoral degree-granting unit in 2021 and has evolved into a comprehensive medical university with a focus on medicine and coordinated development of multiple disciplines.

SWMU's flagship programs include clinical medicine, pharmacy, integrated Chinese and Western medicine, and nursing, with clinical medicine and pharmacy enjoying strong reputations both domestically and internationally. The university boasts 7 disciplines in the ESI global top 1%, covering clinical medicine, pharmacology & toxicology, and biology & biochemistry.

As one of the first batch of national pilot universities for the Excellent Doctor Education and Training Program (including TCM), SWMU leads in medical education innovation. It also chairs the Southern Sichuan University Alliance and leads the 'Sichuan Province 2011 Collaborative Innovation Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention and Control,' demonstrating significant strengths in cardiovascular research.

SWMU has a highly qualified faculty, including 1,478 full-time teachers, many of whom are national or provincial teaching masters. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, with a focus on clinical skills and research capabilities.

The university hosts a postdoctoral research station and collaborates with domestic and international institutions for joint doctoral training. Key research platforms include the 'Sichuan Province 2011 Collaborative Innovation Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention and Control' and other provincial-level laboratories, yielding significant achievements in cardiovascular diseases, oncology, and neuroscience.

SWMU's two campuses, Zhongshan and Chengbei, span 2,011 mu. The Zhongshan campus is nestled on a hill with a tranquil, green environment, while the Chengbei campus features modern facilities including well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, and a library with extensive collections and digital resources.

Student dormitories are air-conditioned and provide hot water, and the cafeterias offer a variety of meals. The 5 directly affiliated hospitals provide convenient clinical teaching and internship opportunities, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in real medical settings.