Medical Electives Program
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Introduction to Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, is a renowned medical institution that offers a wide range of programs in the field of medicine. The college is committed to providing excellence in medical education, promoting transdisciplinary and translational research, and fostering global academic and research collaborations.
Programs Offered
The college offers various programs, including:
- Undergraduate programs:
- MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
- Postgraduate programs:
- M.Sc (Reproductive Genetics)
- M.Sc. Genetic Counseling
- M.Sc. Reproductive and Developmental Biology
- MD - Doctor of Medicine
- MD-PhD; MS-PhD Program
- MS - Master of Surgery
- MSc Forensic Science
- MSc Clinical Embryology
- MSc Medical Courses
- Post Masters programs:
- MPhil Psychiatric Social Work
- Fellowship programs:
- CRTP Fellowship in Neuromodulation
- Fellowship in advanced obstetric ultrasound
- Fellowship in Diabetes
- Fellowship in Fetal Medicine
- Fellowship in Gynaecologic Oncology
- Fellowship in Neonatology
- Fellowship in Neuroanaesthesia
- Fellowship in Onco - Surgery
- Fellowship in Oncopathology
- Fellowship in Pediatric Anesthesia
- Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
- Fellowship in Urogynecology
- Super Specialty programs:
- DM - Doctor of Medicine
- MCh - Master of Chirurgiae
- Short Term Courses:
- Observership in Surgical Oncology
Student Mobility Center
The Student Mobility Center (SMC) at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, is responsible for coordinating international collaborative activities, including student exchange programs, electives, and research collaborations. The SMC functions under the direct supervision of the Dean and has three faculty coordinators who report to the Dean.
Objectives of the Student Mobility Center
The objectives of the SMC are:
- To facilitate providing of learning opportunities for outgoing and incoming students in our departments
- To coordinate and liaison with the host institutions/departments/faculty for smooth functioning of the student learning opportunities
- To provide monthly data pertaining to the activities to the leadership team
- To coordinate with the faculty coordinators nominated by the HoDs of KMC, Manipal for effective implementation and working of the student learning opportunities
- To assist students of KMC, Manipal who would like to pursue their elective/exchange opportunities elsewhere
Information for International Visiting Students
International medical students from different parts of the world can visit KMC, Manipal, for elective experiences. The applications must be submitted to the office of international affairs and collaborations. The required documents include:
- Application form
- Dean/registrar evaluation for international visiting students
- List of documents required
- FRRO registration
- Immunization and health record
- Postexposure prophylaxis and infection control policy
- Visiting student evaluation form
Information for KMC, Manipal Students
KMC, Manipal students can undergo short-term away rotations to learn about different healthcare systems, cultural and social diversity across the globe. The outbound students have four options to apply for international electives:
- Apply through OIAC to partner universities
- Apply through visiting student application service
- Apply through OIAC to non-partner universities
- Apply privately without institutional reference
Setting up a New International Collaboration
The process for setting up a new international collaboration involves:
- Identifying potential partner institutions
- Developing a memorandum of understanding (MoU)
- Finalizing the terms and conditions of the collaboration
Conclusion
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, offers a wide range of programs in the field of medicine and is committed to providing excellence in medical education, promoting transdisciplinary and translational research, and fostering global academic and research collaborations. The Student Mobility Center plays a crucial role in coordinating international collaborative activities, including student exchange programs, electives, and research collaborations.