The Faculty of Medicine and Allied Sciences at Rajarata University of Sri Lanka is delighted to announce the commencement of an eight-week Public Health and Clinical Clerkship Program, specifically tailored for international undergraduate and postgraduate students seeking hands-on experience in the fields of public health and clinical medicine within the enchanting landscape of Sri Lanka.
This comprehensive program will be meticulously coordinated by the Department of Community Medicine, a department with a rich history of successfully conducting similar programs in collaboration with Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel.
Programme Structure
Duration
Eight weeks of rotational appointments for programme ‘A’ and 4 weeks public health appointments for programme ‘B’
Content
Programme ‘A’ (Public Health, Primary care and Clinical – 8 weeks)
- Four weeks dedicated to Public Health and Primary Care
- Four weeks offering selected clinical appointments tailored to the students’ interests, including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Paediatrics, and Psychiatry.
Programme ‘B’ (Public Health – 4 weeks)
Programme Dates (First Programme)
Start Date: 7th January 2024
End Date: 1st March 2024
Programme Fee
Cost: 130 USD per week/student
Number of Students per group : 5-6 Students
Application Process: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the following steps:
- Submit a cover letter via email, either through your university supervisor or with a confirmation of your studentship status, to jwarnasekara@med.rjt.ac.lk (Head, Department of Community Medicine).
- Group applications can be made via the institutions.
We welcome all eligible candidates to seize this unique opportunity to expand their knowledge and experience in the fields of public health and clinical medicine in the vibrant setting of Sri Lanka. For any inquiries or further information, please do not hesitate to contact us through above email.
