This sunny, exotic island paradise with a 2500 year old rich history, golden beaches, unique flora and fauna and colourful sub-marine life is the ideal back-drop to learn tropical medicine while relaxing. From the central location of the Colombo Medical Faculty, you will be able to relax on the beach, visit the ancient cities, enjoy the cool climate of the mountains amidst tea estates and taste the delicious Sri Lankan cuisine.

The Elective Program
Elective attachments of 2-16 weeks are available in Clinical Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Paediatrics.

Click on each subject area for more infromation,

 

Useful information

Arrival:

By air. Many airlines service Colombo. The journey from the airport to the city of Colombo takes about 30-45 min by taxi.

Climate:

Usually hot and humid. Rain is expected during the months of April-May and Sept-Oct

Dress:

Light weight and informal most of the time. However, in the hospitals and in the clinics, a more formal attire with white overcoat is worn.

Accommodation:

Hostel accommodation in the medical school is restricted. A list of places of accommodation can be obtained by writing to the Registrar.

Visa:

Entry visa is obtained at the airport. The government may request the elective students to produce evidence of adequate funds for maintenance during their stay in Sri Lanka.

Registration:

If you are accepted for an elective attachment, you are required to remit US$ 60 per week as administration and other charges payable to the University of Colombo. On arrival, you are expected to report to the Registrar of the Faculty of Medicine.

 How to apply

You may download the application form and e-mail/ fax or post it to the Registrar at the addresses below.

Please remember:
1. To attach a passport size photograph
2. To enclose a letter from the Dean of your medical faculty confirming your student status
3. To provide documentary evidence of having commenced clinical work in your hospital

All enquiries should be directed to,
The Registrar, 25, Faculty of Medicine, Kynsey Road, Colombo 8, Sri Lanka
Fax: +94112691581
Telephone: +94112695300 (extensions to all units), +94114867099 (Senior assistant registrar/ registrar)

E-mail: electives_colombo@yahoo.com