Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Chinese Medicine is for Chinese medicine practitioners aiming to strengthen their knowledge and skills to work autonomously within health systems, including health and promotion. The program incorporates a clinical placement component, undertaken either at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine or in Sydney, subject to the program’s assessment of individual circumstances. The program is also for graduates with a Chinese Medicine specialisation seeking a research pathway. It can be completed in two years of full-time study or the part-time equivalent. You can undertake clinical placements or work with expert research supervisors to tackle complex problems as part of an international education initiative. There are early exit options after one and a half years (Masters in Chinese Medicine), one year (Graduate Diploma in Chinese Medicine) or six months (Graduate Certificate in Chinese Medicine). Offered as a Masters Degree qualification of 160 credit points, it is normally completed in 2 years full-time and 4 years part-time. It is delivered at Western Sydney University's Campbelltown campus. Graduates pursue roles such as Private practitioner or in a clinic, Acupuncturist, Product development, management and sales roles in pharmaceutical and herbal companies, Medical research and Consultancy.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)

Duration

Full Time: 2 Years (Available Part Time)*

Intakes

Autumn 2027 (starts 01 March 2027) | Spring 2027 (starts 19 July 2027)

Study Mode

Full Time / Part Time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Professional Accreditation: Applicants holding registration from the Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Australia (CMBA) or full membership of any of associations in Group 1 will be accepted without additional assessment. Applicants holding any type of membership other than full membership from any associations in Group 1, or applicants holding any type of membership from any association in Group 2 will be further assessed. For each of these applicants, this assessment will be an interview by the Director of Academic Program and a nominee of the Dean. The interview will assess the applicant’s prior learning, experience in the discipline and understanding of the assumed knowledge appropriate to entry into the program. Group 1 - Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA) - The Australian Traditional Chinese Medicine Association Inc (ATCMA) - Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Society of Australia (CMASA) - Joint ATCMA & CMASA (established on 3rd July 2010) - Australian Chinese Medical Association (Victoria) (ACMA) - Acupuncture New Zealand (ANZ) - The Australian Medical Acupuncture College - Australian Medical Acupuncture Society (AMAS) - Australian College of Acupuncturist (ACAL) - Australian Natural Therapist Association (ANTA) - Australian Traditional Chinese Medicine Association (ATCMA) - Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) - Federation of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Societies of Australia (FCMA) - NSW Association of Chinese Medicine (NSWACM) - New Zealand Register of Acupuncturists (NZRA) - New Zealand Acupuncture Standards Authority (NZASA) - National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) USA - The British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) - Victorian Traditional Acupuncture Society / Chinese Medicine Association (VTAS/CMA) Group 2 - Acupuncture Association of Victoria Inc (AAV) - Acupuncture Association of Australia (AAA) - Acupuncture Association of Australia, New Zealand and Asia (AAANZA) - Australian Acupuncture Association Ltd / Acupuncture Ethics and Standards Organisation Ltd (AAcA/AESO) - Australian Nurses Acupuncture Association (ANAA) - Australian Physiotherapy Association (Acupuncture Study Group) (APA) - Australian Society of Acupuncture Physiotherapists (ASAP) - Society of Natural Therapists & Researchers (SNTR) - Shiatsu Therapy Association of Australia (STAA) - Korean Australian Oriental Medicine Association - Traditional Medicine of China Society Australia - Complementary Medicine Association (CMA) - International Institute of Complementary Therapists (IICT) - Toyohari Medical Association -The Acupuncture Society (UK) - New Zealand Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Society
Tertiary Education: An undergraduate degree in Acupuncture or Traditional Chinese Medicine Or A Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine or Acupuncture and five years full-time equivalent clinical work experience in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine or Acupuncture
Work Experience (to cover paid work experience, traineeships, work placements): Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application. https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/content/dam/digital/pdf/Statement_of_Service.PDF

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

Private practitioner or in a clinic
Acupuncturist
Product development, management and sales roles in pharmaceutical and herbal companies
Medical research
Consultancy

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Chinese Medicine Board of Australia / AHPRA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Chinese Medicine Board of Australia

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units10 units

T144

Research Clinician Advanced, Testamur Major (T144)

Major — 80 credit points

T143

Clinician Specialist Advanced, Testamur Major (T143)

Major — 80 credit points

CMPL7007

Clinical Application of Classical Chinese Herbal Medicine

Core — 10 credit points

CMPL7012

Evidence Based Practice in Chinese Medicine

Core — 10 credit points

AGEN7005

Research Protocol Design and Practice

Core — 10 credit points

CMPL7010

Clinical Placement

Core — 20 credit points

CMPL7008

Clinical Applications of Classical Acupuncture

Core — 10 credit points

CMPL7025

Women's Health in Chinese Medicine

Core — 10 credit points

PUBH7016

Introduction to Epidemiology

Alternate Subjects — 10 credit points

HLTH7008

Introduction to Biostatistics

Alternate Subjects — 10 credit points

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this program available part time?

Yes, the Master of Chinese Medicine is available part time. It can be completed in two years of full-time study or the part-time equivalent. Please note, the part-time option is not available to International Students on a Student Visa.

Where is the clinical placement undertaken?

The program incorporates a clinical placement component, undertaken either at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine or in Sydney, subject to the program's assessment of individual circumstances.

Are there early exit options available in this program?

Yes, there are early exit options available. Students can exit after one and a half years with a Masters in Chinese Medicine, after one year with a Graduate Diploma in Chinese Medicine, or after six months with a Graduate Certificate in Chinese Medicine.

What is the indicative annual fee for domestic students?

The indicative annual fee for domestic students starts from $11,885. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available. Please note that fee estimates are indicative only and subject to change.

What is the Chinese Medicine Centre at Western Sydney University?

The Chinese Medicine Centre is a collaboration between Western Sydney University and Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. It aims to promote the international recognition and development of Chinese medicine for the benefit of human health. The centre is a platform for synergy and integration of high-quality educational resources offering joint degree programs and student exchange opportunities, high-quality health services, clinical education and clinical research, multi-point co-operation and sophisticated research, and promoting health and culture to benefit local communities.

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level — Intern / PGY1 (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $95,000 per year

Early Career — Resident / Registrar (2-5 years)AUD $95,000 to $160,000 per year

Mid-Level — GP / Junior Specialist (5-10 years)AUD $160,000 to $300,000 per year

Career Paths

Intern / Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY1) DoctorResident Medical Officer (RMO)General Practitioner (GP)Rural GeneralistEmergency Medicine Physician

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosis and patient assessmentMedical history taking and physical examinationEvidence-based clinical reasoning and decision-makingPharmacology and safe prescribing practicesProcedural and surgical skills

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Master of Chinese Medicine

About This Course

Available Locations

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

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