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Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine

About the Course

The curriculum of the MSU diploma programme in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) uniquely integrates basic knowledge of modern and conventional medical practices with traditional and complementary ones. You will be taught by experienced, industry-expert TCM practitioners. The learning opportunities and experiences we provide will add depth and breadth to your understanding and develop both your vocational and life skills. Please take note that only Bachelor level is allowed to be registered as a TCM Practitioner. TCM practitioners/physicians are regulated by the Malaysian TCM Practitioners Board governed by the Ministry of Health (MOH) through the Traditional & Complementary Medicine Act.

Entry Requirements
You need at least a Credit in any THREE (3) subjects at SPM/SPMV level and a Pass in Science and Mathematics OR a Pass Certificate recognized by the Ministry of Health’s Department of Traditional & Contemporary Medicine (T&CM) plus one year working experience in a relevant field OR a PTPL Certificate in a relevant field OR an equivalent qualification recognized by MSU Senate.
 
Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) is a three-year career-focused industry-developed programme of MSU’s School of Pharmacy. 
Duration of Study

3 years

Credit Hours
Recognition

(R3/0917/4/0004) (06/29) (MQA/A10021)

Fees

RM50,000 - RM55,000

*The stated fees are estimation on overall completion of the program. In any cases where there are credit exemptions, offered rebates or approval of scholarship applications, there will be considerable reduction in the fees

 

 

The fees stated here are for Malaysians or local students only. Kindly refer to MSU regarding the fees for international students

 

 

Among the Courses Offered
Year One
  • Immunology and Serology
  • Medical Parasitology
  • Diagnostics of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Basic Theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Year Two
  • Chinese Materia Medica
  • Theory of Meridian Point
  • Internal Medicine of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Toxicology
Year Three
  • Traumatology & Orthopedic of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Medical Law Regulations and Professional Ethics
  • Clinical Training
Career Prospects
  • Assistant TCM Practitioner
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