Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (By Research)

Highlights about course

Program Level

Duration

3-4 Years

Tuition Fees

Intake

Ongoing

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (By Research) program allocates students to gain hands-on experience and knowledge in patient care in a real-world setting, all while being supervised by instructors who are certified practitioners, acupuncturists, or TCM Doctors.

Overview

The aim of the program Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (By Research) at Lincoln University College is to help students develop a profound understanding of TCM so that it becomes second nature in their personal and professional life. The program is designed to supplement students’ existing knowledge by providing advanced abilities in practical, theoretical, diagnostic, and research methodologies. The curriculum will continue to strengthen the link between theory and clinical practice.

For successful completion of PhD candidate should publish minimum Four research articles in Scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln University College affiliation.

Program Aim

The program Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (By Research) will produce professionals who are eligible to:

  • Incorporate in-depth relevant knowledge, formulate, and conduct problems effectively through critical thinking skills in traditional Chinese medicine practices.
  • Implement practical measures with interpersonal accuracy through effective communication in advanced traditional Chinese
  • Adopt the digital and numeracy skills in managing scientific solution to complex problems in the field of traditional Chinese
  • Utilize leadership, autonomy, and responsive skills effectively to personally undergo entrepreneurial work in traditional Chinese medicine program.
  • Empower integrity through professionalism and ethics in traditional Chinese medicine related research.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for those with PhD in traditional Chinese medicine range widely from being self-employed in independent practice as a doctor to working in a hospital, clinic, or health care facility. The aspirants can pursue prestigious positions as:

  • Acupuncture Specialist
  • Ayurveda Assistant
  • Homoeopathy Practitioner
  • Associate Chiropractor
  • Researcher

Subject Highlights

Sl.No. MQA Subject Code Subject Name Credits
1 PHDTCM801 Acupuncture and Moxibustion 3
2 PHDTCM 802 Theories of Chinese Medicine 3
3 PHDTCM803 Research Methodology 3
4 PHDTCM804 Computer Application 3
5 PHDTCM805 Dissertation

• Traditional Chinese medicine

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Entry Requirements

Intake : Ongoing

Entry Requirements :

  1. A Master’s Degree [Level 7, Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF)] in the Complementary Medicine field or related fields accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate; or
  2. Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) recognized by the Government of Malaysia.
  3. Candidates without a related qualification in the fields or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by Lincoln University College.

For International students, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score OR 500 of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent is needed.

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Lincoln University College

Malaysia

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