College of Integrated Chinese Medicine
(affiliated to the University of Kingston)
19 Castle Street,
Reading,
RG1 7SB
Tel: +44 (0) 118 950 8880
Fax: +44 (0) 118 950 8890
www.cicm.org.uk
Founded in 1993 and based in Reading, Berkshire, the College has grown rapidly to become one of the largest colleges of acupuncture in the UK. Our weekend based Acupuncture programme is fully accredited by the BAAB and validated as a BSc(Hons) degree by Kingston University. We offer a unique education in the art and science of acupuncture and integrate Five Element acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, the two main styles taught in the UK. We also offer training in Chinese herbal medicine, and an ongoing programme of Continual Professional Development for practitioners. The College clinic, based within our two beautiful Georgian buildings, is open to the public. Further details about the college and our introductory afternoons can be found on our website.

College of Traditional Acupuncture (UK)
(affiliated to Oxford Brookes University)
Haseley Manor
Hatton, Warwick
Warwickshire, CV35 7LU
Tel: +44 (0) 1926 484158
Fax: +44 (0) 1926 485444
www.acupuncture-coll.ac.uk
The College of Traditional Acupuncture was founded by J R Worsley in Leamington Spa in the 1960s and is a Registered Charity. The College has over 2,000 graduates. Our Acupuncture programme is fully accredited by the BAAB and validated as a BA(Hons) degree by Oxford Brookes University. The traditional Five Element acupuncture programme is a three-year programme with attendance primarily at weekends. It is designed for mature students who may have work or family commitments. There is a strong emphasis on personal and professional development, reflective practice and research-mindedness. Courses commence in March and September each year. To learn more, please come to one of our Preview Seminars, details are on the website.

International College of Oriental Medicine UK
(affiliated to the University of Brighton)
Green Hedges House,
Green Hedges Avenue,
East Grinstead,
West Sussex RH19 1DZ
Tel: +44 (0) 1342 313106/7
Fax: +44 (0) 1342 318302
www.orientalmed.ac.uk
The course is a BSc (Hons) in Oriental Medicine - Acupuncture validated by the University of Brighton. The College is accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board (BAAB) allowing graduate eligibility to the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) for professional registration and membership. The course is based on a thorough grounding in the classics of Chinese Medicine and Philosophy. ICOM is the only College to teach Stems and Branches to such an advanced level and making it entirely practicable as seen in the clinic. There is a fully integrated full time clinic in the college. Full time four year course with small classes.

London College of Traditional Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (LCTA)
(affiliated to the University of Portsmouth)
90 Kingsway,
North Finchley,
London,
N12 0EX
Tel: +44 (0)20 8446 3332
Fax: +44 (0)20 8369 5730
www.lcta.com
LCTA is one of the UK's leading colleges of Oriental medicine, based in Finchley Central, London. We run courses in Acupuncture, Oriental Herbal Medicine, Tui Na Massage, Nutrition and Qi Gong as well as a thriving Teaching Clinic. Our postgraduate and undergraduate courses are fully validated and accredited, degree level, and are tailored to suit for those of you with no previous experience as well as healthcare practitioners from all systems of medicine. You can study part-time or full time, during the week or at weekends, on courses ranging from one year to four years in length.

Northern College of Acupuncture
(affiliated to the University of Wales)
61 Micklegate,
York YO1 6LJ
Tel: +44 (0) 1904 343305
Fax: +44 (0) 1904 330370
www.chinese-medicine.co.uk
Founded in 1988 and based in York, we are an independent educational charity at the forefront of education and research in acupuncture and Chinese medicine in the UK. We offer a week-end based three year MSc / professional Diploma in Acupuncture validated by the University of Wales and accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board. The course reflects the rich diversity of oriental medicine but is founded on the systematic approach to Chinese medicine used in modern China. Committed to continuing professional development, we run a varied seminar programme, a patent medicines course and a Diploma/MSc in Chinese herbal medicine.

University of Salford
School of Community, Health Sciences and Social Care
5th Floor, Allerton Building,
Frederick Road Campus,
Salford, Greater Manchester, M6 6PU
Tel: +44 (0) 161 295 2372
www.chssc.salford.ac.uk
The University of Salford's degree course in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture), is a highly professional course focusing on Traditional Chinese Medicine. There are four strands to the course, Chinese medicine and acupuncture, Western medicine, research, and professional/personal development. Successful completion of this 3 year, full time (6 year part time) programme leads to a Bachelor of Science Honours degree, and a professional qualification to practise as an acupuncturist. The programme is fully accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board (BAAB), which means that graduates of the course are eligible for membership of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) on successful completion of the programme.

 

University of Westminster
Department of Complementary Therapies,
School of Integrated Health,
115 New Cavendish Street,
London, W1W 6UW
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7911 5082
www.westminster.ac.uk
This BSc (Hons) Traditional Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture is a 3 year full-time course (5 or 6 years part time). The course is accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board until September 2008, giving graduates eligibility for membership of the British Acupuncture Council. The course focuses on supervised clinical observation and practice; theoretical understanding, practical skills and attitudinal development are integrated through reflective practice. You will learn core health sciences and practitioner skills with subject specialists and students from other courses. The university has extensive library and ITC facilities. Clinical training gives you the opportunity to observe treatment and manage your own patients. There are placements in the NHS to broaden your work perspectives