Med Uni Graz Experience

Educational Courses in Paediatric Medicine

Within the framework of the short courses, the Medical University of Graz introduces exchange students and observers (students and physicians) from around the world interested in paediatric medicine to its various disciplines and familiarises them with common paediatric practices.

The 4-week programme is held twice a year and consists of

� clinical rotations

� lectures

� interactive case presentations or research talks in the afternoon

It is the goal of the short courses to give an insight into paediatric care as well as to provide a clinical experience.

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Paediatrics training at a global university in the heart of Europe

� Med Uni Graz is a young university with a long-standing tradition: the university became an independent university in 2004; formerly it was the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Graz, est. 1863.

� The university hospital has 1,600 beds and cares for around 410,000 outpatients and around 83,000 inpatients each year.

� Graz is the second-largest city in Austria, located 200 kilometers south of the capital Vienna.

� The historic center was granted UNESCO World Heritage status.

� Numerous Universities/Universities of Applied Sciences contribute to a large student population and a lively atmosphere.

Target group

In order to promote discussion and interaction between younger and more experienced colleagues, exchange students as well as observers (foreign students/doctors) at different stages of their career are invited to participate.

Language

The short courses are held in English, but in the ward doctors speak to the patients and staff in German. Supervisors will translate important information into English. Please be advised that not everything in the clinical routine can be translated and that the well-being and comfort of our patients is our priority.

Credits

Enrolled students may receive up to 5 ECTS-Credits for successful completion of the course (3 ECTS clinical rotations, 2 ECTS lectures).

Services provided

� official letter of invitation (for entry visa application)

� enrolment for exchange students (liability insurance)

� comprehensive Welcome Guide

� assistance in finding suitable accommodation

� assistance with administrative matters

� Intercultural Get Togethers

� guided city tour

� certificate of completion from the Medical University of Graz

Insurance

Participants are responsible for their own health insurance. Enrolled exchange students within the framework of a mobility programme are covered through the liability insurance of the student union. All others need to obtain liability insurance.

Fees

May apply depending on the mobility programme.

Application procedure

Interested students and foreign doctors should contact the respective coordinator for the mobility programme at Med Uni Graz. Contact details can be found at: https://international-office.medunigraz.at/incoming-mobility

Website

https://www.medunigraz.at/en/educational-course-paediatrics

Multidisciplinary Paediatric Educational Course (July) � July – 4 weeks

� Involved Departments: Division of Paediatric Radiology I Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine I Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery I Department of Blood Group Serology and Transfusion Medicine

� Maximum capacity: 30 students for clinical rotations I Open lectures

� Application deadline: February 28

� Notification of placement: mid-March

� Programme includes CEEPUS Summer Academy of Paediatric Medicine I Specialty: Paediatric Radiology I 10 students for clinical rotations

Paediatric Educational Course (February) � February – 4 weeks

� Involved departments: Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine

� Maximum capacity: 30 students for clinical rotations I Open lectures

� Application deadline: September 30

� Notification of placement: mid-October

ContactMedical University of GrazInternational OfficeHarrachgasse 21/4, 8010 GrazAustriaT +43 316 385 73675 / 73677 / 73678

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