Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

A university located on the Pudong campus that specializes in traditional Chinese medicine. Shanghai Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) University (originally called Shanghai TCM College), founded in 1956, was one of the first four TCM universities since the founding of the People’s Republic of China. The courses focus on understanding contemporary science and traditional Chinese culture. The university currently has 8 federal hospitals. In addition to polytechnic and master’s programs, the school also offers short courses in acupuncture and China. There is also an annual summer school.