FAQ

The tuition fee for Bachelor of Science (BSc) in TCM is CHF 10,000 per semester. The fees are charged per semester. Invoicing takes place after submission of the enrolment list (beginning of October in the fall semester and beginning of April in the spring semester).

Overview to study cost for Bachelor of Science (BSc) in TCM:

Study costs (2 rates over 3 years)CHF 60’000.-
Immatriculation costs and admission fees without the lectures.CHF 1'000.-
Administration cost per yearCHF 428.-
Application cost (non-refundable)CHF 50.-
Reminder feeCHF 65.-
Cost for repeating an exam (per subject)CHF 150.-
Recourse cost (per subject)CHF 1'500.-
Final exam costCHF 360.-
Leave of absence feeCHF 300.-
Fee for exemption from examination (per subject)CHF 100.-
Fee for repeating an internship (per year)CHF 120.-
Application fee for additional clinical internshipCHF 10.-

Students can inquire about the possibility of financial support at their municipality of residence, as well as apply to the federal government for a scholarship.

Information on subsidies for education and training courses that prepare students for federal examinations can be found at this link: https://www.sbfi.admin.ch/sbfi/de/home/bildung/hbb/finanzierung.html

It is possible to complete the TCM Bachelor's degree program while working. Based on the time required for contact time and self-study, we consider a professional workload of 40% to be realistic.

You can download the registration form here or fill it out directly online: https://tcmuni.ch/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/AnmeldungsformularFB.pdf

Please send your application of study to this adress:

SWISS TCM UNI

Schweizerisches Universitäres Institut für Traditionelle Chinesische Medizin

Immatrikulationsbüro

Hauptstrasse 61

5330 Bad Zurzach

Schweiz

+41 56 269 66 05

info@tcmuni.ch

Please send the following documents:

  • Completed and signed application form
  • Current curriculum vitae
  • Certificate of higher education entrance qualification (at least Gymnasium)
  • Original or notarized copy of your passport
  • Health certificate
  • 6 passport photos
  • Extract from the criminal record: Bestellung Strafregisterauszug - How to order (admin.ch)

With a degree from SWISS TCM UNI you gain TCM-competences as well as many new professional oppertunities:

Education, StudyCompetencesProfessional Oppertunities
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in TCMBasic knowledge of TCM and integrative medicine. TCM competencies correspond to the federal diploma for naturopaths (TCM).
  • Assistance in clinical TCM
  • Studium MSc in TCM
Master of Science (MSc) in TCMAccording TCM doctor diploma at Chinese universities
  • TCM-Doctor(CN)
  • Scientist
  • Lecturer
Master+ TCM (elective year)Eight months of internships in TCM and acute care hospitals.
  • clinical mentor
  • clinical research
  • Studies Dr./PhD in TCM (scientific research)
Dr./PhD in TCMScientifically orientated path with challenging research work in basic and clinical research
  • Own practice in TCM
  • Lecturer
  • Scientific research

The SWISS TCM UNI and the training facility TCM MING DAO are always interested in talented graduates. We assume that we can provide a professional perspective for our gradutate of the TCM bachelor degree.

More than 80% of the training locations are in Switzerland. The language of instruction is German. If the teaching is done by a Chinese speaking lecturer, there will be a translation.

Get an overview of the study content for BSc in TCM and MSc in TCM below.:

Curriculum for BSc-Students

Curriculum for MSc-Students and graduates of Master+

Curriculum for DSc- and PhD-Student

The TCM bachelor's degree program is credited with 180 credits (60 credits per year, 30 hours of work per credit) by the STA.

Full-time: 3 years (1800 working hours per year)

Part-time: 4 to 4.5 years

The lectures will take place in the education building of SWISS TCM UNI at Langwiesstrasse 7 in 5330 Bad Zurzach statt.

The successfully completed nursing internship is part of the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in TCM program at SWISS TCM UNI. The proof must be provided by the end of the Bachelor's program at the latest.

Yes, it is even adviced to do so. You would start with more knowledge and better prereguisites into the Bsc-studies.

In principle, this is possible at all facilities where care is important. This includes hospitals as well as long-term care facilities. Palliative facilities are also included.

Please contact us if you have any questions about this, preferably by emailing info@tcmuni.ch. A list of practices and institutions for nursing internships can be sent to you.

It is advantageous to complete the four-week internship consecutively, if necessary also divided into two plus two weeks.

Yes, this is possible. Both army training or recruit schools can be credited as a nursing internship.

The clinical internship can be completed domestically or abroad. There are over 200 inpatient internship positions in more than 100 TCM outpatient clinics.

For internships in China, please consider the following:

The language of instruction is English. The internship in China is organized by SWISS TCM UNI; the internship fee is included in the study costs. The costs for flight and accommodation are to be paid by the students. For accommodation, approximately CHF 1,500 to CHF 2,000 per month should be budgeted.

The secretary office of SWISS TCM UNI is at your disposal for any questions: Phone +41 56 269 66 05, info@tcmuni.ch

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