Long-term Chinese-learning Program

Chongqing Medical University (CQMU) is a long-established public medical university in Chongqing, China, founded from historical roots in 1956. It offers a full spectrum of medical education from bachelor to postdoctoral levels and is recognized to enroll international students in English-medium medical programs. CQMU is affiliated with multiple top-rated teaching hospitals, providing a strong clinical training environment backed by significant patient volumes and research activity.

With nearly 20 colleges and departments, CQMU provides diverse programs across clinical medicine, biomedical sciences, and health disciplines. The university hosts large research projects supported by national funding and ranks competitively in medical publications and graduate education. International students benefit from structured clinical exposure, experienced faculty, and scholarship opportunities including Chinese Government and municipal awards.

Campus life is spread across two main campuses with dedicated international student housing and integrated services such as campus cards and banking. Accommodation is affordable, and campuses are well connected to Chongqing’s vibrant urban fabric, offering cultural experiences and practical amenities. CQMU is suited to students seeking rigorous clinical training in an affordable, research-active setting in one of China’s major inland cities.

The Long-term Chinese-learning Program at Chongqing Medical University is a non-degree program that helps students learn Chinese. It lasts one semester and offers different courses for each level, from basic to advanced.

Students in this program take compulsory courses from Monday to Friday and can choose from optional courses. They develop skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking Chinese, and learn about Chinese culture and history.

After completing this program, students can work as Chinese language instructors, cultural consultants, or international marketing specialists. They can also work in government agencies or non-profit organizations that focus on Chinese language and culture, using their skills to help people communicate and understand each other.