Guangzhou Medical University (GMU), known in Chinese as 广州医科大学 (广医), is a prestigious public medical university located in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China. Established in June 1958, it was originally named Guangzhou Medical College and was renamed Guangzhou Medical University in April 2013.
The university has achieved remarkable national recognition, being selected as a national “Double First-Class” construction university in 2022 and designated as one of the first batch of national “Excellent Doctor Education and Training Program” pilot universities in 2012. It is also a key construction university of Guangdong Province’s high-level universities and a member of the Sino-Russian Medical University Alliance.
Guangzhou Medical University Rankings & Reputation 2026
Guangzhou Medical University has achieved impressive rankings in both national and global arenas, solidifying its reputation as a leading medical institution in China.
National Rankings
Ranking Body
Category
Rank
Year
ShanghaiRanking (ARWU)
Chinese Medical University
#7
2026
ShanghaiRanking (ARWU)
National Overall
#79
2026
CWUR
National
#85
2026
ESI
Chinese Universities
#73
2026
Global Rankings
Ranking Body
Rank
CWUR World Ranking
#490 out of 21,291 (Top 2.4% globally)
U.S. News Best Global Universities
#831
ESI Global Ranking
#542
QS World University Ranking (By Subject)
#451-500
Scimago Institutions Rankings (Medicine)
#993
ESI Subject Rankings
GMU’s research strength is reflected in its Essential Science Indicators (ESI) performance:
14 disciplines are in the ESI Global Top 1%
2 disciplines are in the ESI Global Top 1‰:
Clinical Medicine: Global rank #416 (0.602‰)
Pharmacology & Toxicology: Global rank #124 (0.871‰)
Guangzhou Medical University Academic Structure
Schools & Colleges
Guangzhou Medical University comprises 24 schools and teaching units, offering a comprehensive range of programs across Medicine, Science, Management, Engineering, and Law.
Degree Programs
Level
Details
Undergraduate
21 majors
First-level Doctoral Programs
4
Professional Doctoral Programs
1
First-level Master’s Programs
9
Professional Master’s Programs
9
Postdoctoral Research Stations
2
National Key Disciplines
1 (Secondary discipline)
Clinical Network
GMU maintains an extensive clinical network with:
Affiliated hospitals providing robust clinical training opportunities
Near Pearl River, opposite Guangzhou University City
Campus Design
57-hectare “mountain-water” ecological campus with three scenic lakes
Dormitories
~12,000 beds; 4-person rooms with AC, internet, en-suite bathrooms
Dining
One 4-story canteen with local and diverse cuisine
Yuexiu Campus
Feature
Details
Location
Downtown Guangzhou, near Yuexiu Mountain and Liuhua Lake
Advantage
Convenient access to clinical rotations and internships
Facilities
Facility
Availability
Modern Classrooms
✅
Advanced Laboratories
✅
Library
✅
Student Activity Center
✅
Sports Complex
✅
Auditorium
✅
Research Centers
✅
Guangzhou Medical University 2026 Key Developments
1. New Overseas Training Centers
In April 2026, GMU announced plans to establish three new overseas medical training centers in Russia, Italy, and Chile, focusing on minimally invasive urology, tubeless thoracic surgery, and respiratory intervention.
GMU is actively planning its development blueprint for the national “15th Five-Year Plan” period, marking a critical year for advancing its “Double First-Class” construction.
3. Engineering Discipline Enters ESI Top 1%
In May 2026, GMU’s Engineering discipline entered the ESI Global Top 1%, bringing the total number of ESI Top 1% disciplines to 13 (later reaching 14 in July 2026).
4. Undergraduate Expansion
GMU increased its undergraduate enrollment by 50 seats for 2026, with a total of 2,250 students, and added Shandong as a new province for student recruitment.
5. National “Double First-Class” Status
GMU continues to leverage its “Double First-Class” status to serve national and regional development strategies, contributing to the modernization of Guangdong and Guangzhou.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information as of July 2026. Admission policies, fees, rankings, and other details are subject to change. Readers are strongly advised to verify all information through official university channels before making any admission decisions.
