Ningbo University (NBU) is a key university in Zhejiang, China, that was set up in 1986 with donations from Sir Yue-Kong Pao, the shipping magnate in Hong Kong. It is one of the Double First-class universities in China, enjoying joint support from the provincial government of Zhejiang, the Ministry of Education (MOE), and Ningbo Municipality, as well as from the State Oceanic Administration and Ningbo Municipality.
Ningbo University is only about two hours away from the Capital city, Hangzhou.
Ranking:
Through the hard work of generations of people from the NBU community, Ningbo University has become a teaching- and research-oriented university and made its way to the Top 100 in China in comprehensive strength. It is also one of the Top 50 in graduate employment rates in China.
Prestigious University:
In the early years, Ningbo University owed a lot to five prestigious universities in China for their outstanding support: Zhejiang University, Fudan University, University of Science and Technology of China, Peking University, and former Hangzhou University. The employment rate of its graduating students ranks among the top in the province.
Campus:
The Ningbo University campus covers an area of 202 hectares, with a floor space of 974,600 square meters. The existing fixed assets total 2.22 billion yuan (or 322 million US dollars), and the instruments and equipment are worth 980 million yuan. There is a Ningbo Branch of the Zhejiang Higher Education Digital Resource Center.
Global Accreditations:
Ningbo University is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), WDOMS, IMED, ECFMG, WFME, and WCAME. It is also approved by the PM&DC (Pakistan Medical and Dental Council), BM&DC (Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council), and NMC (India). Medical graduates from Ningbo University are eligible to apply to the following medical councils to practice medicine globally:
- USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination)
- PLAB (Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board, UK)
- UKMLA (United Kingdom Medical Licensing Assessment)
- GMC (General Medical Council, UK)
- AMC (Australian Medical Council)
- HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa)
- SMLE (Saudi Medical Licensure Examination)
- DHA (Dubai Health Authority)
- NLE/NRE Exam by PM&DC (Pakistan Medical and Dental Council).
Research-oriented university:
According to Essential Science Indicators (ESI), 12 disciplines of NBU, including engineering, Clinical Medicine, chemistry, materials science, animal and plant science, agricultural science, environment and ecology, pharmacology and toxicology, biology and biochemistry, computer science, physics, and general social sciences, have ranked in the top 1% in the world.
There are 9 primary doctoral programs, 9 postdoctoral research stations, 31 primary master’s programs, 27 professional master’s programs, and 59 undergraduate programs.
Students and Faculty:
The campus is home to 20,162 full-time undergraduates, 12,412 graduate students (including 213 international students), 1,126 international students (including 986 studying for academic degrees), and 7,287 students for continuing education.
Ningbo University has 3,157 faculty members, 2,149 of whom are teachers and researchers. Among the teaching and research staff, there are 525 professors, 698 associate professors, and 1711 doctoral degree holders.
Schools and courses:
Ningbo University is structured into 23 schools, 10 direct research institutes, and 5 directly affiliated hospitals, with 12 disciplines covering economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management, art, and interdisciplinary studies.
Clinical Medicine (MBBS) Program:
Ningbo University School of Medicine is offering the Clinical Medicine (MBBS) Program in English. It is one of the top MOE-listed universities in China, approved by the Ministry of Education of China to teach a medicine program in English. The MBBS program covers six years, with five years of clinical medical education and a sixth year focused on the internship.
The Ningbo University School of Medicine has a quota of 50 overseas students to enroll every year in the Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) Program
MBBS Cost (2025-2026):
Ningbo University has moderate Tuition fees, as compared to other MOE-listed medical universities in China. The tuition fee at Ningbo University is 38,000 RMB ($5,280) per year, while lodging expenses amount to 4,000 RMB ($550) per year, resulting in a total of 42,000 RMB ($5,850).
The MBBS Fee for Pakistani Students is approximately 17 Lakh PKR per year. This cost does not include the food or traveling expenses. Food costs at Ningbo University are 1000–2000 RMB per month, while traveling tickets are 5000–7000 RMB (one way), depending on the country.
International Students:
Currently, 2368 students from 104 countries and regions are registered at Ningbo University. Among all the international students, 77% are pursuing degree programs (including master’s or doctoral program students).
The International students are from India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Botswana, Liberia, Jamaica, Tanzania, South Africa, Lesotho, and other African and Arabic Countries. Ningbo University has the largest number of international degree program students among Zhejiang provincial universities.
Affiliated Hospitals:
Ningbo University has two affiliated hospitals (one under construction), 10 non-directly affiliated hospitals, and 9 teaching hospitals.
Library:
Ningbo University has a library with a total area of 51,000 square meters, with a collection of 2.51 million paper books and 2.3 million e-books.
Admission Requirements:
International students applying to Ningbo University for Clinical Medicine (MBBS) must meet the following admission criteria:
- Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens.
- Applicants must have a minimum of 70% marks in senior high school (WAEC/A-Levels/Grade 12).
- There is no entrance test to apply.
- The age limit to apply is 18-25.
- Applicants must be fluent in English, and the school can conduct the online interview.
- IELTS and TOEFL are not required for admission.
- Applicants must be healthy both physically and mentally.
- Students can Apply Online to start their admission process for the medical program.
Ningbo University MBBS Fee Structure for International Students (2025-2026):
Total Seats = 50
Degree Awarding = Clinical Medicine (MBBS)
Degree Duration = 06 years (05 years MBBS + 1 year internship)
The following is the fee schedule for international students to pursue a Clinical Medicine Program (MBBS) at Ningbo University.
| Ningbo University Description | MBBS Fee Per Year |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 1000 RMB |
| Registration Fee | 500 RMB |
| Tuition Fee | 38,000 RMB/year ($5280) |
| Hostel Fee | 4000 RMB/year ($550) |
| Visa Extension | 800 RMB/year ($110) |
| Medical Checkup | 500 RMB/year ($70) |
| Health Insurance Fee | 800 RMB/year ($110) |
Special Notes:
- Students will pay the Fee on Arrival in Chinese Yuan (RMB).
- The above Fee Package does not include management and admission service charges.
- The fee package does not include food expenses, air tickets, or electricity charges.
- Pakistani Students will follow the rules and Regulations of PM&DC and Ningbo University.
How to Apply?
International Students can start the admission process for the Medicine Program (MBBS) at Ningbo University by Applying Online. Our admissions office will contact the students with all the necessary details. The following documents are required to apply to Ningbo University:
- Application Form
- Senior High School/HSSC/A-Levels/WAEC
- Passport First page in Scan
- Medical Checkup on Chinese Physical Form
- Police clearance certificate (non-criminal certificate)
- One Digital photo with a white background
- Financial Statement of Guardian
- HSK-4 Certificate (if asked)
- Translation of documents (if asked)
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