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STUDY INDIA PROGRAM
(Elective Program for International Medical Students)

Welcome to the ‘Study India Program (SIP)’ for international medical students organized by Symbiosis Centre for International Education (SCIE) for Symbiosis Medical College for Women (SMCW) & Symbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre (SUHRC), Symbiosis International University (SIU).

Our Study India Program (SIP) provides a unique opportunity for female medical undergraduate students (Only) to witness the practical application of their knowledge, emphasizing a holistic understanding of global health issues, Indian healthcare practices, independent learning, risk assessment, learning objectives, and ethical considerations. This intensive, customized program combines academics with practical workshops, cultural activities, field visits to healthcare establishments, non-governmental and nonprofit organizations, and community-led health promotion initiatives. Built comprehensively around SMCW & SUHRC, our 900-bedded multi-specialty tertiary care hospital offers international students a rich, immersive experience in healthcare within a safe and culturally diverse environment. Join us in fostering a global perspective where learning transcends borders and medical expertise knows nolimits.

Overview
  • UG program (MBBS) is open for girl students only. However, PG programs (MD / MS / DM / MCh), including Fellowships, will be co-educational and hence open for girls as well as boys.
  • Applicants may opt for an SIP of 4 / 6 / 8 weeks or a period customized to individual student requirements.
  • Schedule (timing of the year and duration of the SIP) will be as per availability, communicated by Faculty I/C Internationalization, Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences (FoMHS), SIU.
Eligibility

Only female medical students in their 3rd year and onwards of a 5-year medical degree program with prior clinical practice/exposure, or equivalent, are eligible to enroll for the SIP.

Eligibility Documents Required:
  1. Bonafide certificate from a recognized university / medical college
  2. NOC from the Head/Dean of the institution on the official letterhead
  3. Letter of Recommendation from an appropriate academic head ascertaining the academic eligibility of the applicant
  4. A copy of valid passport (front and back page), with minimum 6 months’ validity from the date of completion of the proposed SIP
Pre-requisites:
  • To be resident on campus, in the twin-sharing accommodation in the faculty quarters.
  • To have basic proficiency in English which will be the primary language of instruction.
  • To sign a letter of undertaking, promising adherence to the campus code of discipline (statutory as per SIU).
  • To undertake at least one academic elective throughout a 4-week SIP. This may change for increasing duration of SIP selected.
  • To maintain a medical elective log book : This well-structured logbook ensures that international medical students can document their learning experiences, clinical exposures, and skills gained during the elective. It also serves as a tool for assessment and feedback.
To apply for SIP:

Send an email furnishing basic information (Link) to the SIP Coordinator, SCIE – head_internationalmobility@scie.ac.in

For comprehensive information on the ‘Study India Program’, application process, fee structure, and other unique features, download the program brochure: SIP (Medical elective) for Students 18_04_2025.docx.pdf