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Medical Elective Application Process | Education & Admission

Medical Elective Application Process
Education & Admission

We appreciate your student’s application for our Medical Elective Program in this year.

Given the global situation of the widespread transmission of Delta variants, working or learning in hospitals is full of high risks at present. We are concerned about the safety of all the medical students during their clerkships in our hospitals. We sincerely hope that the harsh situation can be settled down by then.

Due to the Lunar New Year , 2026 February 14 – March 6 will not opened the rotation. (2025.7)

College of Medicine

About the TMU Short-Term Medical Elective Program

TMU provides one of the best platforms in Taiwan for high-quality clinical training and insights into the country’s world-renowned healthcare system. The TMU Short-term Medical Electives Program is a training program available from two weeks to eight weeks. The instructional language will be English.

Program Overview

The clinical rotation date of application is open now.

We have three affiliated hospitals, each hospital accept for different department, please check for below information and fill in to our application form

Taipei Medical University Hospital

Wanfang Hospital

Shuang Ho Hospital

Department introduction

NOTICE

We only provide official permission documents for students from visa-exempt countries.
本校僅提供免簽證國家學生之入院許可文件。
Students are required to wear a white coat while in the hospital. Please bring your own white coat.
學生進入醫院需穿著白袍，請自備。
If you need one, we can provide it for NTD 600 per coat. Please inform us in advance if needed.
如需我們提供，可於抵達前告知，每件白袍費用為新台幣 600 元。
The minimum duration in each clinical department is one week.
每個臨床科別最短實習期間為一週。
The total training period must be at least two weeks and no more than eight weeks.
總實習期間為至少兩週，最多八週。
Please submit your application at least three to six months before your intended start date.
請於實習開始前三至六個月完成申請手續。
Applications submitted less than three months in advance may be declined.
若申請距離實習日少於三個月，申請可能不予受理。
All hospital entry requirements are subject to hospital policies and regulations.
所有入院相關規定，皆依醫院政策為準。

Online Application

Eligibility

We only receive medical students in the last two years of their studies. Graduates and clinical professionals are not eligible for the TMU Short-term Medical Electives Program. For non-native English speakers, proof of English language proficiency is required for application.
Our program requires students to have completed General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Pediatrics prior to applying.

Fees

The training fee is US$150 per week. It is subject to change upon further notice from the hosting hospitals. Students of the College of Medicine partner institutions are entitled to waive fees. Please check for the partner institutions list

Housing

Students enrolling in medical electives should seek their own accommodation. We will only recommend the nearby hostel for students to book bu themselves.

Q ＆ A for Clinical Observation Applicants

Thank you for taking interest in our Clinical Observation/Medical Electives Program. Here is a list of frequently asked questions which you might find relevant to your applications. If your questions are not covered below, please feel free to contact com@tmu.edu.tw for more information.

Am I an eligible applicant?

For Medical Electives, we only receive medical students in the final two years of their studies, provided that they have undertaken proper clinical training prior to their arrival to TMU healthcare system. Medical electives are only offered to students who are studying with a university at the time of their stay at TMU Healthcare System. Graduates/clinical professionals are not eligible candidates for Medical Electives.

How long is the program?

According to local regulation, the maximum length of time you can spend in one site is 8 weeks. The minimal length of stay for each department is one week. All rotation starts on Monday. National holidays apply and candidates will receive further notice confirming their course schedule.

How much do I pay for my training?

The training fee is 150 USD per week. It’s subject to change upon further notice from TMU’s affiliated hospitals. Students of TMU’s partner institutions are entitled to a fee waiver. Please contact the International Office of your university or com@tmu.edu.tw if you have any questions.

When should I submit my application documents?

Applications are jointly reviewed by TMU College of Medicine and its affiliated hospitals. It is recommended to submit your application at least 3 to 6 months prior to your intended starting date to allow sufficient lead time.

Where can I find the application form?

The application form is available online. Please follow the instructions in the form to complete your applications. More about the departments available in the rotation program.
Physical Examination Form
Immunization Report

Contact

For more information,
please contact the College of medicine :
com@tmu.edu.tw

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