Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chinese Medicinal Pharmacy is recognised under the QF
QF Level: 5

QR Registration No.: 19/000688/L5 

Registration Validity Period: 01/09/2019 to 31/08/2029

Programme Aims

The Programme aims to provide students with a degree qualification in Chinese Medicinal Pharmacy (CMP) in order to support the manpower needs of the CMP industry.  Its key objective is to provide students with an integrated CMP education and training so that they can cope with the complex and challenging requirements of the CMP industry.  The programme will equip students with a solid foundation of both traditional and scientific knowledge, and practical skills and techniques to undertake professional CMP practices.  It will also cultivate students’ analytical skills and critical thinking to enable them to function effectively as supervisors and managers as they progress in their careers.

Career Prospects

• CM pharmacists in clinics
• Professional QA or QC in pharmaceutical manufactures
• Technicians of testing or authentication
• Proprietary Chinese medicine (pCm) registration officers

Professional Recognition

1. Graduates of the Programme may be nominated as responsible persons or deputies for the supervision of the manufacturing process of proprietary Chinese medicines (section 132(1)(b) of Cap. 549) or as responsible persons or deputies for the supervision of the dispensing of Chinese herbal medicines (section 114(2)(b) of Cap. 549) after accumulating six months of relevant practical experience.
2. Graduates of the Programme are eligible to apply for membership of the Hong Kong Chinese Medicine Pharmacists Association.
   

Entrance Requirements- Local Student

Entrance Requirements for Year 1:

1. For HKDSE, a maximum of two Applied Learning (ApL) subjects can be counted for admission purpose. Relevant ApL subjects include: Foundation in Chinese Medicine, Fundamental Health Care, Health Care Practice, Medical Laboratory Science.
2. Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

Entrance Requirements for Year 2 or 3:
Higher Diploma OR equivalent qualifications in a relevant area of study.

Remarks:

1. Additional core modules are required (with fee charged) for sub-degree graduates according to the educational background of individuals.
2. Applicants are screened and selected by an Admission and Interview Panel. All interviews are conducted in English.
3. For enquiry please contact Department of Food and Health Sciences (Telephone No: 2176 1487 or Email: thei-dfhs@thei.edu.hk).

Entrance Requirements- International Student

Entrance Requirements for Year 3:

Articulation

1. The programme provides a solid foundation in academic competence and research capability for students aspiring for further studies.  Graduates are eligible to enroll in a taught Master level or to register for research post-graduate degree programmes, such as Master of Science in Chinese Medicines at HKU, Master of Science in Chinese Medicines and Herbal Drugs MPhil in Chinese Medicine at CUHK, Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Chinese Medicine at HKBU.
2. Many Chinese Medicine institutions in Mainland China also offer Chinese Medicine post-graduate programmes.

Tuition Fee