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2026 Pre-med Enhancement Summer Program

Period: June 15 - July 10, 2026

Courses

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Courses in the medical science
General or advanced lectures in biochemistry and molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, physiology, and pharmacology will be provided in the program. Special lectures in human anatomy and Chinese medicine will also be included in the program.
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Working in a research laboratory
Applicants can join one of the research laboratories for a short period of time. We will match the interests of the applicants before the starting date of the program.
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Simulation-based Hands-on Clinical Skills Courses
The center aims to effectively improve students’ basic clinical skills and strengthen their clinical reasoning and collaborative competence of the multiple disciplinary healthcare team by simulation-based educational activities.
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Clinical Shadowing in Hospital
The clinical shadowing in Chang Gung Memorial Hospital includes different clinical settings in the internal medicine, surgery, intensive care medicine. An unique clinical VR/3D printed object demonstration to aid in clinical learning and therapy will also be included in this program.

Activities

PURPOSE

The CGU Pre-med Enhancement Summer Program, hosted by Chang Gung University, offers an unparalleled academic and clinical foundation for aspiring medical professionals seeking a competitive edge in their journey to medical school. This intensive four-week curriculum seamlessly integrates theoretical excellence with practical immersion, featuring expert-led lectures in basic medical sciences alongside hands-on laboratory research and advanced simulation-based clinical training.

A hallmark of the program is the exclusive opportunity for clinical shadowing at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital—Taiwan’s premier medical center—where students witness frontline healthcare excellence firsthand. Furthermore, the program provides a distinctive exploration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, encompassing herbal medicine, acupuncture, and modernized diagnostic techniques, offering a truly holistic perspective on healing.

Complementing this rigorous academic schedule is a curated two-day cultural excursion designed to immerse students in the vibrant local heritage of Taiwan and foster a global network of lifelong friendships. By bridging the gap between classroom theory and clinical reality, this program delivers a transformative experience that prepares students to excel in the demanding landscape of medical school admissions.

About Chang Gung University

Chang Gung University (CGU) was established in 1987 by the Wang family of the Formosa Plastics Group (台塑企業), in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. CGU is a student-centered, convergence research-led university located in northern Taiwan. The University has prevailed as Taiwan's top 5 choices for international and local students, offering a welcoming and supportive campus community where students' highest potential will be fostered on-campus. CGU empowers our students for personal and professional success in the fields of medical sciences, engineering , management, and intelligent computing (artificial intelligence).