Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine

Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine (SXUCM) is located in Jinzhong City, with a second campus in Taiyuan, the provincial capital. It is a key university jointly established by the Shanxi Provincial Government and the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Founded in 1978 as a TCM program at Shanxi Medical College, it was renamed Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine in 2017. As one of the first pilot universities for the Ministry of Education's Excellent Doctor (TCM) Education and Training Plan, SXUCM is committed to producing TCM professionals with a global perspective.

SXUCM's flagship program is Traditional Chinese Medicine, featuring a '5+3' integrated model that combines undergraduate education with standardized residency training, producing highly skilled clinical TCM practitioners.

The university is a pilot for the Ministry of Education's Excellent Doctor (TCM) program, earning a strong reputation in TCM education. Other strengths include Chinese Materia Medica, Acupuncture and Tuina, and Integrated Chinese and Western Clinical Medicine.

SXUCM boasts a highly qualified faculty of 786 full-time teachers, including nationally recognized TCM experts, provincial teaching masters, and scholars with overseas experience. The curriculum integrates classical TCM theory with modern medical science, emphasizing hands-on clinical training.

The university's 15 teaching units offer 22 undergraduate majors, including TCM, Chinese Materia Medica, Acupuncture, Nursing, and Pharmacy. Research is supported by several provincial key laboratories and engineering centers, undertaking major projects from the National Natural Science Foundation and the National Administration of TCM.

SXUCM has two campuses in Jinzhong and Taiyuan, covering a total of about 1,091 mu. The main Jinzhong campus features a green, pleasant environment with architecture blending traditional and modern styles. Facilities include multimedia classrooms, a library, laboratories, and sports venues.

Student dormitories are well-equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet access. The Taiyuan campus, located in the capital city, offers convenient transportation and access to urban cultural activities. Multiple on-campus canteens provide diverse meal options to suit different dietary needs.