In the recently released 2025 Ranking of Traditional Chinese Medicine Universities by ShanghaiRanking, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (ZCMU) has maintained its strong position at 5th place nationwide. Notably, the university ranked 3rd in the “International Competitiveness” category—the highest among all evaluation metrics—highlighting the remarkable progress ZCMU has made in advancing internationalization.

Expanding Global Partnerships—Building a Comprehensive Framework for International Exchange

In recent years, ZCMU has actively aligned itself with China’s national strategy of educational openness and has continuously expanded its network of international partnerships. To date, it has established collaborations with over 170 universities, research institutes, and medical institutions across more than 50 countries and regions including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan. These partnerships span multiple areas such as talent cultivation, scientific research, medical services, and cultural exchange—forming a comprehensive, multi-level, and multidimensional international cooperation system.

Building Diverse International Platforms—Advancing the Global Reach of Traditional Chinese Medicine

ZCMU has been strengthening its international cooperation platforms for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It currently operates one National TCM Service Export Base, two Confucius Institutes for Chinese Medicine, four overseas TCM centers, and one Silk Road TCM College. These platforms support the global dissemination of TCM education and culture, while also promoting international collaboration in general medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, and related fields—broadening the university’s global development landscape.

Building the “Study at ZCMU” Brand—Highlighting the Global Influence of “School of Zhe’s TCM”

ZCMU currently hosts over 1,200 degree-seeking international students and has trained more than 15,000 international students to date. In 2023, the university successfully passed the Quality Certification for Higher Education of International Students in China with excellent results—becoming the third TCM university in the country to achieve this recognition. To promote the global presence of “School of Zhe’s TCM” launched the internationalization action plan. This includes publishing a series of English-language features on international media, producing a bilingual animated video introducing the “School of Zhe’s TCM”, and organizing series of exhibition to showcase its unique academic strengths. These efforts continue to boost the ZCMU’s global visibility and enhance the cultural soft power.

Deepening Research Collaboration—Enhancing Global Academic Influence

ZCMU places great emphasis on international research cooperation and the enhancement of its academic influence. Nearly 20 international research platforms have been established, and faculty and students are encouraged to participate in global conferences and co-author high-level academic papers. In recent years, the university has hosted numerous major international academic events, such as the Yangtze River Delta International Neuroscience Conference, the International Forum on Wellness & Care Industry, Education & Research, and the International Young Scholars Interdisciplinary Forum on “TCM+”. These efforts continue to elevate ZCMU’s voice in the global academic community.

Embracing the New Era—Opening New Chapters in Internationalization

Standing at a new historical starting point, ZCMU is committed to deepening global cooperation with a more open mindset, expanding its international presence, enhancing the global caliber of its talent cultivation, and striving to become a high-level TCM university known for its distinctive features, innovative spirit, global integration, and international influence.