📖Introduction

MacEwan University is a prominent institution of higher education located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. With a history dating back to 1971, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, business, health, and social sciences. MacEwan University is known for its emphasis on hands-on learning, practical experience, and industry partnerships, ensuring students are well-prepared for their chosen careers. The university's supportive and inclusive environment fosters critical thinking, creativity, and community engagement. MacEwan University is committed to providing quality education, advancing research, and making a positive impact on its students and the community.

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📚About the Program

Acupuncture has been practiced in China for thousands of years. Today, it is a regulated health profession in Alberta and a popular alternative and complementary treatment choice for acute and chronic illness. This program prepares you to become a Registered Acupuncturist in Alberta, subject to successful completion of the Pan-Canadian and provincial registration examinations administered by the College and Association of Acupuncturists of Alberta (CAAA). We are proud to be the only public, post-secondary program of this kind in the province that has been approved by Alberta Advanced Education. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

In this 3-year diploma, you study the diagnosis and therapeutic treatment of a wide variety of illnesses and disorders in accordance with the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) system.

Our curriculum is based on the latest national and international standards of competency to ensure your skills and knowledge are global. MacEwan University’s Acupuncture program serves as the benchmark for registration in Alberta and we are proud to be the only public, post-secondary program of this kind approved by Alberta Advanced Education.

Course List
Code Title Credits
Year 1
ACUP 101 Meridian Systems and Acupuncture Points I 1 3
ACUP 103 Meridian Systems and Acupuncture Points II 1 3
ACUP 104 Diagnostics in Traditional Chinese Medicine 1 3
ACUP 106 Medical Terminology 1 1
ACUP 108 Clinical Observation I 1 1
ACUP 114 Introduction to Research Methodology 1 2
ACUP 116 Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnostics Lab 1 1
ACUP 119 Foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine II 1 3
ACUP 127 Foundations of Chinese Medicine I 1 3
ACUP 124 Introduction to Medical Microbiology 1 3
HLSC 104 Applied Human Anatomy 2 3
MTST 125 Physiology I 2 3
MTST 126 Physiology II 2 3
Three credits of university English (includes WRIT 101) 3

Year 2
ACUP 110 Meridian Systems and Acupuncture Points III 1 3
ACUP 112 Traditional Chinese Medicine Internal Therapeutics I 1 2
ACUP 113 Clinical Observation and Practice I 1 1
ACUP 200 Acupuncture Safety and Traditional Chinese Medicine Modalities I 1 3
ACUP 201 Extra Meridians & Microsystems 1 2
ACUP 203 Therapeutic Principles of Acupuncture, Point Selection and Combination 1 2
ACUP 204 Traditional Chinese Medicine Internal Therapeutics II 1 3
ACUP 208 Clinical Observation and Practice II 1 2
ACUP 209 Internal Medicine 1 3
ACUP 210 Traditional Chinese Medicine Modalities II 1 3
ACUP 215 Internship I 1 1
ACUP 218 Professional Ethics and Acupuncture Regulations 1 1
ACUP 222 Qi Gong and Tui na 1 3
ACUP 312 Herbology for Acupuncturists 1 2
HLST 150 Pathophysiology 2 3

Year 3
ACUP 111 Diagnostics in Traditional Chinese Medicine II 1 3
ACUP 206 Traditional Chinese Medicine Nutrition, Lifestyle and Zhong Yao 1 3
ACUP 211 Traditional Chinese Medicine Internal Therapeutics III 1 3
ACUP 213 Traditional Chinese Medicine External Therapeutics I 1 3
ACUP 216 Traditional Chinese Medicine External Therapeutics II 1 2
ACUP 220 Internship II 1 2
ACUP 221 Traditional Chinese Medicine Internal Therapeutics IV 1 3
ACUP 303 Internship III 1 2
ACUP 304 Internship IV 1 2
ACUP 305 Practice Management and Professional Entry Requirements 1 3
ACUP 314 Clinical Case Studies in Chinese Medicine 1 3
ACUP 320 Pharmacological Therapy 1 3

Total Credits: 101

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🏫About MacEwan University

MacEwan University is a dynamic and innovative institution of higher education located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Established in 1971, the university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various fields, including arts, sciences, business, health, and social sciences. With a student-centered approach to education, MacEwan University provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and hands-on experiential learning. The university is known for its strong connections to industry and community, providing students with opportunities for internships, co-operative education, and real-world experiences. Committed to academic excellence, MacEwan University values collaboration, integrity, and the pursuit of knowledge. Through innovative teaching methods, dedicated faculty, and a vibrant campus life, MacEwan University empowers students to reach their full potential and become responsible, engaged, and successful contributors to society.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

1,176 RMB

Tuition fee:

24,386 CAD per year

73,158 CAD in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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