Health Science and Chinese Medicine

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 139 k / program Foreign:$ 139 k / program  
301–350 place StudyQA ranking:5282 Duration:5 years

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You'll acquire the knowledge and techniques for Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture practice with an emphasis on integrated clinical care through an evidence based approach. Studies start with the basics of cell biology and Chinese medicine fundamentals. Anatomy, physiology, immunology and pathology followalong with so you understand the body's normal and abnormal states. You will have the ability to accurately locate needle acupuncture points and also learn herbal medicine formulas and comprehend different clinical conditions that acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can cure. You'll learn both Chinese and Western medicine diagnosis and then apply this information to patients at the RMIT Health Sciences Clinic. Clinical observation starts from first year in the RMIT clinic also finishes using a final-year clinical internship in China throughout the Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine.

This double degree is fully accredited by the Medicine Board of Australia. It is also recognised by the next important Chinese medicine associations in Australia: Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association Ltd; Australian Natural Therapists Association; Federation of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Societies of Australia Ltd

Year 12 prerequisite units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English.


Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

  • ✔️ Flexible study schedule
  • ✔️ Experienced teachers
  • ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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