1. Introduction of undergraduate major

◎ Nursing

Academic program: four years

Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science

Elective requirements: Provinces following the "3+3" model do not specify a requirement for elective subjects, whereas provinces adhering to the "3+1+2" model mandate that students select either physics or history as their first choice of subjects, with additional subjects being unrestricted.

Professional introduction: The nursing program is part of the Medical School at Wuhan University of Science and Technology. The Nursing Department was established in 1986, and enrollment for higher nursing specialists began in 1987. In 2000, undergraduate education in nursing commenced with a five-year academic system, which was subsequently revised to a four-year system in 2004. The designation of the degree was changed from a medical bachelor's degree to a bachelor's degree in science, and the higher nursing specialist education program was discontinued. Notably, the master's degree in nursing was approved in 2018, marking a new category in professional degrees.

Main courses: systematic anatomy, physiology, pathology, basic nursing, health assessment, internal medicine nursing, surgical nursing, obstetrics and gynecology nursing, pediatric nursing, acute and critical care nursing, psychiatric nursing, community nursing, etc.

Employment and Further Study Prospects: The employment rate for graduates of this program is 97% or higher. Graduates have a wide range of employment opportunities in various medical institutions, including prominent domestic hospitals, medical centers, and research institutes. They may also pursue careers in educational institutions at all levels, engage in independent entrepreneurship, or opt to continue their studies at domestic or international colleges and universities. After gaining several years of work experience, graduates can apply for positions abroad.

◎ Clinical Medicine

Academic program: five years

Degree awarded: Bachelor of Medicine

Elective Requirements: Provinces following the “3+3” model mandate the completion of two compulsory elective subjects: Chemistry and Biology. In contrast, provinces adhering to the “3+1+2” model stipulate that the first elective choice must be Physics, while the second elective choice can be either Chemistry or Biology.

Professional introduction: This discipline is classified as a first-level discipline within the medical category. Enrollment commenced in 1960, and undergraduate enrollment resumed in 1996. Graduate enrollment for the master's degree began in 2015, followed by the admission of overseas students in 2016. The program received accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Clinical Medicine in 2015 and was recognized by Hubei Province's 'Jingchu Outstanding Talents' collaborative training program in 2016. In 2019, it was designated as a national first-class undergraduate program construction site, and by 2020, the discipline of clinical medicine ranked in the top 1% of the ESI global discipline rankings.

Main courses: Systematic Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, physiology, Biochemistry and molecular biology, Pathology, Pharmacology, diagnostics, diagnostic experiments, Internal medicine, surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, pediatrics, etc.

Employment and Further Study Prospects: The employment rate for undergraduate graduates exceeds 97%, while the employment rate for graduate students stands at 100%. Over the past three years, the acceptance rate of undergraduates into graduate programs has been over 50%, and employers generally commend the quality of these graduates.

◎ Pharmacy

Academic program: four years

Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science

Elective Requirements: The provincial requirements for the '3+3' model include Chemistry as a mandatory subject. In contrast, the provincial requirements for the '3+1+2' model stipulate that the first choice must be Physics, while the second choice can be Chemistry.

Professional introduction: Undergraduate enrollment commenced in 2005. The program was designated as the 'Talent Cultivation Program for Strategic Emerging (Pillar) Industries' in Hubei Province in 2013 and subsequently received approval as a master's degree program in 2018.

Main courses: Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Natural Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Management, etc.

Employment and Further Study Prospects: The employment rate of graduates from this program remains consistently high, exceeding 97%. Graduates primarily engage in the production, sales, research and development of pharmaceutical products, as well as roles as clinical pharmacists and drug supervisors. Their employment opportunities are characterized by a wide range of diversified choices. A significant portion of graduates opts to pursue further studies at domestic "double first-class" universities or prestigious research institutes, with a stable further study rate of over 40%. Additionally, graduates find employment in leading pharmaceutical enterprises, hospitals, pharmacy education institutions, various organizations, or choose to start their own businesses.

◎ Health inspection and quarantine

Academic program: four years

Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science

Elective Requirements: Provinces operating under the "3+3" mode require students to select from the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, offering three choices. In contrast, provinces following the "3+1+2" mode mandate that Physics be chosen as the first subject and Chemistry as the second.

Professional introduction: Health Inspection and Quarantine was approved by the state to start undergraduate enrollment in 2012. There are master's degree programs in the primary discipline of “Public Health and Preventive Medicine” and the secondary discipline of “Health Inspection and Quarantine”, forming two levels of education, including undergraduate and master's degree programs. It has a model internship training base of Hubei Province for “Occupational Disease Prevention and Control” and a key laboratory of Hubei Province for “Occupational Hazard Identification and Control”, and was approved as a first-class undergraduate program construction site in Hubei Province in 2020, and the teaching team of the core course of sanitary inspection and quarantine was approved as a teaching team of Hubei Province. The teaching team of core courses of sanitary inspection and quarantine will be approved as the teaching team of Hubei Province.

Main courses: Analytical Chemistry, Hygienic Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, Basic Toxicology, Hygienic Statistics, Epidemiology, Food Physical and Chemical Inspection, Air Physical and Chemical Inspection, Water Physical and Chemical Inspection, Biomaterials Inspection, Immunological Inspection, Medical Microbiology, Virology Inspection, Bacteriology Inspection, Molecular Biology and Inspection Techniques, Laboratory Safety and Management.

Employment and Further Study Prospects: Graduates primarily engage in disease prevention and control, border health quarantine, and health supervision and monitoring. Overall, there is a high degree of satisfaction regarding the professional quality, knowledge, work ability, and overall competence of these graduates, indicating strong competitiveness. Over the past three years, the graduate school admission rate has exceeded 50%, while the employment rate has surpassed 98%.

◎ Preventive Medicine

Academic program: five years

Degree awarded: Bachelor of Medicine

Elective Requirements: The '3+3' model provinces require students to select from the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (with the option to choose one of the three). In contrast, the '3+1+2' model provinces mandate Physics as the first choice, with either Chemistry or Biology as the second choice.

Professional introduction: Preventive medicine initiated undergraduate enrollment in 1999, establishing the existing first-level discipline of "public health and preventive medicine" for master's degrees. The program also utilizes the second-level disciplines of "biomedical engineering" and "occupational safety and health" to guide doctoral studies, supported by six doctoral directors. This program is recognized as a first-class undergraduate program construction site in Hubei Province and comprises an advantageous and characteristic discipline group in public health and health within the region. Additionally, it features a model internship training base for the "Prevention and Control of Occupational Diseases" and a renowned teacher's studio for "Preventive Medicine" in Hubei Province.

Main courses: Health Statistics, Epidemiology, Basic Toxicology, Environmental Hygiene, Occupational Hygiene and Occupational Medicine, Nutrition and Food Hygiene, Child and Adolescent Hygiene, Maternal and Child Health Care, Social Medicine, Health Care Management, Hygiene Inspection, On-site Epidemiology, and Comprehensive Skills Training in Public Health.

Employment and Further Study Prospects: Graduates are primarily equipped to engage in disease prevention and control, border health quarantine, health supervision and law enforcement, health management, maternal and child health care, and medical science research. According to an employer satisfaction survey, employers generally report that our graduates possess strong work capabilities, a well-rounded knowledge structure, and professional competencies that align with both professional and cultural expectations. The overall societal evaluation of our graduates is positive. Over the past three years, the acceptance rate of graduates into graduate programs has exceeded 50%, with a notable acceptance rate of 74% in 2022. Additionally, 48.7% of graduates advanced to double first-class colleges and universities, while the total employment rate has surpassed 98%. Follow-up surveys conducted five years post-graduation indicate that employers are highly satisfied with the university's undergraduate graduates.

2. Introduction of postgraduate Programs

◎ Clinical Medicine

The reform of professional degree graduate education aims to establish a talent cultivation system tailored to the specific characteristics of clinical medicine. This initiative seeks to promote the organic integration of clinical master's degree graduate education with the standardized training system for residency, thereby enhancing the support for the reform and development of the medical and healthcare system. The proposed '5+3' training model is designed to create a cohesive mechanism that connects the cultivation of master's degree graduates in clinical medicine with the standardized training of resident doctors. This approach emphasizes the development of clinicians equipped with clinical scientific research skills, focusing on the enhancement of practical clinical abilities. The degree conferred will be a Master of Medicine (M.M.).

Field direction

1. Internal Medicine (105101) 2. Surgery (105111) 3. Obstetrics and Gynecology (105115) 4. Pediatrics (105102) 5. General Medicine (105109)

6. Rehabilitation Medicine and Physical Therapy (105110) 7. Radiology (105123) 8. Ultrasound Medicine (105124) 9. Pediatric Surgery (105112)

10. Osteology (105113) 11. Neurology (105104) 12. Anesthesiology (105118) 13. Ophthalmology (105116)

14. Psychiatry and Mental Health (105105) 15. Critical Care Medicine (105108) 16. Emergency Medicine (105107) 17. Otolaryngology (105117)

18. Dermatology and venereology (105106) 19. Clinicopathology (105119) 20. Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics (105120)

◎ Basic Medicine

henomena of disease, along with their underlying principles. It encompasses the study of the human body's structure and function across both macroscopic and microscopic levels, elucidating the interactions between the human body and external factors. Furthermore, basic medicine explores the morphological, structural, functional, and molecular foundations of normal physiological processes and disease states, as well as the mechanisms and principles governing disease progression. Ultimately, it provides the theoretical and technological framework essential for health maintenance, as well as the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases.

Basic medicine is a first-level discipline of medicine, which consists of 5 second-level disciplines (specialties) :

(1) Human Anatomy and Histoembryology, professional code: 100101

Human anatomy and tissue embryology is a crucial discipline within basic medicine. Its primary objective is to investigate and elucidate the normal morphology and structure of the human body, as well as the relationships between growth, development, structure, and function. This field examines life phenomena from the overall, cellular, and molecular levels, providing a foundational understanding that supports the basic theories of modern biomedicine. Additionally, human anatomy and embryology are intricately linked to molecular biology, cell biology, physiology, pathology, oncology, and all clinical disciplines within contemporary life sciences.

(2) Immunology, professional code: 100102

Immunology is a leading discipline within the life sciences, primarily focused on the structure and function of the immune system, the principles governing immune responses, and the application of immunological theories and techniques in disease prevention and treatment. The research conducted in immunology elucidates various phenomena and principles of life, enhances our understanding of the fundamental characteristics of biological processes, and fosters advancements in the life sciences. Furthermore, immunology intersects with multiple medical disciplines, giving rise to a diverse array of subdisciplines related to medicine.

(3) Pathogen Biology, Professional code: 100103

Pathobiology is a crucial discipline within basic medicine, serving as the foundation for clinical medicine, public health, preventive medicine, and other related fields. Its primary objective is to investigate and elucidate the biological and molecular characteristics of pathogens and their vectors, as well as their interactions with the host organism. Additionally, it examines the mechanisms of immune responses to diseases and conducts fundamental research on specific diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies. The research focus of this discipline predominantly begins with the molecular structure and function of pathogenic organisms, exploring the mechanisms of interaction between these pathogens and host cells, tissues, organs, and individuals.

(4) Pathology and Pathophysiology, professional code: 100104

Pathology and pathophysiology encompass the study of disease etiology, pathogenesis, and the laws governing disease development and regression. This field aims to elucidate the nature of diseases, as well as their prevention and treatment, thereby providing a theoretical foundation for the basic principles of medicine. It serves as a crucial bridge between basic and clinical disciplines. The primary objective is to investigate and clarify the changes in function, metabolism, and morphology associated with disease progression. Utilizing the scientific research platforms of the "Cardiovascular Research Institute" and the "Digital Intelligence Institute of Chinese Medicine Diagnosis and Treatment and Recreation," this discipline concentrates on researching diseases of the cardiovascular system and tumors.

(5) Medical Neurobiology, Professional code: 071006

Neuroscience aims to analyze the mechanisms underlying brain development and aging, to understand the physiopathological processes associated with cognitive aging and pathological transformations. It seeks to identify early screening and intervention targets for autism spectrum disorders, Alzheimer's disease, and addictive psychiatric disorders. Furthermore, neuroscience integrates various disciplines including clinical medicine, biology, public health science, computer science, and management, focusing on crowded cohorts, numerical and intellectual health, mechanisms of brain aging, as well as therapeutic targets and drug development for major brain diseases. Our research will encompass population cohorts, digital health, mechanisms of brain aging, therapeutic targets, and drug development. We will establish a geriatric memory cohort, a clinical big data sharing platform, a biospecimen library, an intelligent diagnostic system for geriatric diseases, and a platform for developing new drugs aimed at slowing brain aging.

◎ Biology

biology is a science that studies the structure, function, occurrence and development laws of organisms, that is, studies the nature of all biological life phenomena in nature, biological origin and evolution, genetic variation, growth and development and other life activity laws from different levels of molecules, cells, and the whole, as well as the interaction between various organisms, organisms and the environment. With the continuous development of biological theories and methods, its application fields are expanding and penetrating into many subject areas. Biology is also an important basic discipline of medicine, and its progress has greatly promoted the prevention and treatment of diseases and human health.

1. Physiology: This direction has formed its own characteristics and advantages around the changes and mechanisms of ion channels on cardiomyocytes under pathological conditions, and has certain influence in domestic and foreign peers.

2. Biochemistry and molecular biology: Taking gene transcription regulation as the central link, it studies the occurrence and development process of cardiovascular diseases and tumors, and has advantages in molecular diagnosis and gene therapy of oncologic diseases.

3. Neurobiology: researches and makes outstanding contributions to the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases and neurodevelopmental diseases.

4. Developmental Biology: Studies developmental biology, regulation of gene transcription, and its effects on development and disease occurrence.

5. Cell biology: For malignant tumors that are seriously harmful to health, certain achievements have been made in the role and mechanism of tumor microenvironment changes such as tumor extracellular mechanisms, stromal cells, inflammatory cells and vasculature in promoting cell canceration or tumor progression.

◎ Public health and preventive medicine

The discipline of public health and preventive medicine takes the population as the research object, applies macro and micro technical means to study the influencing factors of health and their rules of action, and clarifies the interrelationship between external environmental factors and population health. A medical science that develops public health strategies and measures to prevent disease, improve health, extend life, and improve the quality of life.

Public health and preventive medicine is a first-level discipline of medicine, with 6 second-level disciplines (specialties) :

1. Epidemiology and Health Statistics (100401) : (1) Social epidemiology, (2) Medical statistical methods

2. Occupational Health and Environmental Hygiene (100402) : (1) Identification and control of occupational hazards, (2) Environmental hygiene

3. Nutrition and Food Hygiene (100403) : (1) Dietary nutrition evaluation, (2) food safety and hygiene evaluation

4. Child Health and Maternal and Child Health (100404) : (1) Child and adolescent health evaluation, (2) women's health

5. Health Toxicology (100405) : (1) molecular toxicology, (2) neurotoxicology

6. Health inspection and quarantine (1004Z1) : (1) hygienic physical and chemical inspection, (2) hygienic microbiological inspection

◎ Pharmacy

The Master of pharmacy (Professional degree) is aimed at cultivating high-level applied talents with pharmaceutical professional background in the field of medicine and health, and the training objectives and directions mainly involve the application development and clinical pharmacy in the field of pharmacy. It is required to have good political and ideological quality and professional ethics, master the solid basic theory and systematic professional knowledge of the discipline, strong analytical and thinking ability, be able to independently solve common pharmaceutical problems in the field of the discipline, and have strong practical ability. The training of master degree students in pharmacy is to meet the urgent demand for high-level applied and compound talents in pharmaceutical development in China, innovate the training mode of pharmaceutical talents, improve the training system of pharmaceutical talents, and ultimately improve the training quality of pharmaceutical talents. The name of the degree awarded is Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm).

◎ Nursing

Nursing is a comprehensive applied science that integrates theories from both natural and social sciences to study nursing theory, knowledge, skills, and the principles of maintaining, promoting, and restoring human health.

The nursing program at Wuhan University of Science and Technology was approved as an authorization point for the master's degree in nursing in 2018. Currently, there are two research directions within the first-level discipline of nursing: clinical nursing and nursing management.

This discipline utilizes the Institute of Nursing at Wuhan University of Science and Technology, along with clinical practice bases at Tianyou Hospital, the Central Theater General Hospital of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, and Puren Hospital, which is affiliated with Wuhan University of Science and Technology. Over the past five years, the discipline has undertaken numerous initiatives, resulting in the publication of several national, provincial, and ministerial-level scientific research projects, as well as numerous articles in core academic journals.