Medicine Study Abroad Programs

New cultural insights. Getting to know patients in your own country can be an eye-opening experience as you begin in the field. Imagine how much more you’ll gain from working with professionals and patients of another country. Your perspective will certainly broaden and can help improve the lives of so many more people.
New people. Between peers, staff, medical professionals, clients, and everyone you’ll meet there, you’ll have plenty of new faces to meet and grow with. Having friends and connections internationally is more exciting and unique than other relationships.
Hone your skills. The term or year abroad can help you refine and grow your skills in a new environment.
Jumpstart your career. By participating in a program abroad you can add more than just the internship to your resume. Going abroad makes both your hard and soft skills expand and become more resilient.

Things to know

Medicine students are needed and welcomed virtually everywhere! Wherever you head, there are some important things to know before settling in.

Language requirements - Ensure you meet the language proficiency needed for your destination. Even if it’s not required for classes, knowing basic phrases in the local language is helpful when traveling.
Cost of living and money - Research the cost of living and budget accordingly. Look for student deals, such as discounted transportation or museum passes, which are often available in many countries.
Visa and documentation - Understand the visa requirements and gather the necessary documents. Double-check with your program, embassy, or airline for any additional documentation beyond the basics.
Health and safety - Familiarize yourself with the health and safety regulations of your host country. Prepare personal emergency funds, housing, transport plans, and other backups in case of unexpected situations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can study medicine abroad. Many countries offer medical programs for international students. Keep in mind that pursuing a medical degree abroad often involves a competitive and rigorous application process.

How to Find Medical School Electives Abroad

Some popular destinations for studying medicine include the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Germany, and Ireland. The "best" country for studying medicine will depend on your goals, preferences, budget, and eligibility.

A medical degree typically takes years of study and training. On average, studying medicine requires approximately 6 to 8 years to complete. This timeframe includes undergraduate and medical school education.

Studying medicine abroad for free is highly unlikely. But some countries may offer scholarships, grants, or financial aid opportunities specifically for international students.

Yes. In most cases, you will need a visa to study medicine abroad. The type of visa depends on the country where you plan to study and your nationality.

International Visas: What You Need to Know

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The staff and teachers at Maximo are super helpful and skilled! I do think that the program is what you make of it and if you study hard in your free time you will definitely improve. The staff was always very attentive and kind.

I had one of the best experience during the summer

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Deciding to attend the Bristol Summer School in Medieval Studies was one of the happiest decisions I've made. I really enjoyed my time there: the university building and dormitory were really comfortable, the academic program was so rich that I couldn't imagine one richer, and the professors and staff were so kind and helpful. During the summer school, we were given the opportunity to visit numerous medieval towns, castles, cathedrals and manuscripts. At the end of this summer school, we, the students, can navigate the world of medieval studies: we learned how to approach a manuscript, how to analyse churches and literary works. In addition to the specific medieval teachings, the staff had always organised different and funny activities to do in the extra time, to meet and get to know the other students there in Bristol.