Guangdong Pharmaceutical University
A guide to Guangdong Pharmaceutical University in Guangzhou: programs, entry requirements, documents and how CIES Study helps you apply. Tap "View fee structure" for costs.
Quick facts
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Guangdong Pharmaceutical University overview
Guangdong Pharmaceutical University (GDPU) was founded in 1958 and is a public university in Guangzhou, which the brochure describes as the third-largest city in China.
The campus has separate hostels for boys and girls, and the brochure notes that Guangzhou has many Pakistani restaurants.
The Clinical Medicine (MBBS) program runs for five years plus a one-year internship.
- Public university in Guangzhou
- Bilingual Clinical Medicine (MBBS) program
- HSK 3 is enough, HSK 4 is not required (per the fee schedule)
Recognition: PM&DC (Pakistan), WHO, ECFMG, FAIMER, MOE China, IMC.
Admission requirements and process
Required documents
- Passport
- Passport-size photo (white background)
- Police clearance certificate
- SSC (10th) and HSSC (12th) transcripts
- Medical form
- Application form
Entry requirements
- Age 18 to 25
- At least 60% in all subjects
HSK: The fee schedule says HSK 3 is enough and HSK 4 is not required.
Admission steps
Free consultation
We review your marks and goals, confirm this university suits you and answer your questions. No fees at this stage.
Documents and application
You send your documents. We check them and submit your application to the university.
Admission letter and JW202
The university issues your admission letter, then the JW202 form needed for your visa.
Visa (X1) and pre-departure
We prepare your visa file, coach you for the embassy and brief you before the flight.
Arrival, hostel and registration
Airport pickup, hostel check-in, university registration and orientation with our team in China.
The whole process usually takes about 20 to 35 days.
Campus life
Separate hostels
Boys and girls have separate hostels.
Pakistani food
The brochure notes many Pakistani restaurants in Guangzhou.
Fee structure (September 2025 intake)
All amounts are in Chinese Yuan (¥) and come from the CIES Study fee schedule for this university.
| Item | First year | Second year onwards (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Package: registration, visa letter, admission letter, tuition, hostel, medical insurance, visa extension and residence permit, administration and management fees | ¥33,000 | ¥23,100 |
| Total | ¥33,000 | ¥23,100 |
| Approximate US dollars | about US$4,500 | about US$3,190 |
Before you apply: Application fee ¥2,000 (about US$278), non-refundable after the admission letter is issued. This schedule does not list our service charge as a separate line. Ask us for the breakdown.
Terms to know before you pay
- Pay the tuition fee directly to the university account, and the management charges to the admission company, within one week of the admission letter.
- The university then prepares the visa application document (JW202).
- Admission support, airport pickup and help settling in are provided by the admission company.
- Air ticket, stationery and food are not included.
- All fees once paid are non-refundable.
Scholarships
- Scholarship options differ by intake. Ask us which ones apply to your application.
Fees can change each intake. We confirm the exact amounts in writing before you pay anything.
Ready to apply to Guangdong Pharmaceutical University?
Our consultants handle everything, from documents to visa. The consultation is free.
Frequently asked questions
Is Guangdong Pharmaceutical University recognised?
Guangdong Pharmaceutical University is listed with PM&DC (Pakistan), WHO, ECFMG, FAIMER, MOE China and IMC. We can share the links so you can check each listing yourself.
How much does MBBS at Guangdong Pharmaceutical University cost?
In the CIES Study fee schedule for the September 2025 intake, the first-year total is ¥33,000 and then ¥23,100 per year from the second year, in Chinese Yuan. This includes our liaison fee in the first year. Fees can change, so ask us for the current schedule.
Is the consultation free?
Yes. The consultation is free.
Do I need HSK for Guangdong Pharmaceutical University?
The fee schedule says HSK 3 is enough and HSK 4 is not required.
What documents do I need for Guangdong Pharmaceutical University?
You usually need: Passport; Passport-size photo (white background); Police clearance certificate; SSC (10th) and HSSC (12th) transcripts; Medical form; Application form. We give you a personal checklist and review every document before submission.
Can I get a scholarship?
Scholarships are decided by the university and the funding bodies. We guide you through the application, but we cannot guarantee an award.
Contact CIES Study
WhatsApp (24/7)+86 177 3234 2874Pakistan phone+92 300 1002501Emailapply@ciesstudy.comSources
- Official website: www.gdpu.edu.cn
University facts come from the university profile in CIES Study's admission brochure and may have changed. Check the official website for the latest. Scholarship awards and visa decisions are made by the universities and the relevant authorities.