Chinese Medicine Acupuncture with Foundation BSc Honours

The course is structured to support your intellectual, professional and practical skills development. Much of this is achieved through the use of themes that run through the modules and across levels. So in addition to the specific knowledge and skills required in Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture the course integrates clinical skills development, health sciences, personal and professional development, and research skills.
Subjects of study
The following subjects are indicative of what you will study on this course. For more details on course structure and modules, and how you will be taught and assessed, see the full course document.
Year 0 (Credit Level 3)
(Foundation students only)
Subjects of study include:
Chemistry for Life Sciences
Introduction to Physiology and Anatomy
Maths and Physics for Life Sciences
Perspectives in Healthcare
Processes in Biology
Study Skills for Life Sciences
The Foundation year is available for applicants who do not meet the entry requirements for the courses offered in complementary medicines. It is a well-established route of access into higher education for mature students (those aged over 21) without formal qualifications, and is also suitable if you have completed A Levels in non- science subjects.
Year 1 (Credit Level 4)
Subjects of study include:
Chinese Medicine Channels, Points and Techniques
Chinese Medicine Clinical Practice
Chinese Medicine Concepts and Context
Human Anatomy and Physiology
The Therapeutic Relationship
Year 2 (Credit Level 5)
Subjects of study include:
Chinese Medicine Clinical Practice
Chinese Medicine Points and Clinical Skills
Chinese Medicine Principles, Strategies and Treatment
Developing the Therapeutic Relationship
Pathophysiology
Research Methods in Complementary Medicine
Year 3 (Credit Level 6)
Subjects of study include:
Chinese Medicine
Clinical Practice
Chinese Medicine Patients, Illness and Disease
Differential Diagnosis
Dissertation
Refining the Therapeutic Relationship
Starting Your Practice
The Polyclinic operates between September and late July, so clinical attendance may be required during holiday periods.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board, and membership of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) can usually be recommended on successful completion of the course.
Additional costs information
To check what your tuition fees cover and what you may need to pay for separately, see our What tuition fees cover page.
Science Course for Graduates (blended learning)
For graduates without a background in sciences the Faculty offers a three-part course (Biochemistry, Physiology, Biology) in blended learning mode; you can study the majority of each module at home, with occasional visits to the University for practical sessions. Please visit our course pages for more information.
Applicants with relevant work or learning experiences may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) for some modules of the programme.