Medical Internships Abroad For Brazilian Medical Students

Why More Brazilian Medical Students Are Choosing Electives in Africa

Medical education in Brazil is rigorous and deeply rooted in public service and community health. Whether you're studying at institutions like USP, UFRJ, UFPE, UNICAMP, or another accredited university, the final semester is often reserved for mandatory rotations to fulfill graduation requirements. For many students, this is also the perfect time to gain global clinical experience—especially in high-volume, diverse, and hands-on settings abroad.

If you're in your last year of medical school and looking for an elective that not only counts toward your degree but also broadens your medical and cultural horizons, this guide is for you.

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What Is a Medical Elective Abroad?

A medical elective abroad is a short-term clinical internship that allows medical students to gain supervised hospital experience outside their home country. These placements can be part of the official curriculum or used to fulfill final credit hours required for graduation.

At Go Elective, we offer rotations in Kenya and Tanzania tailored to meet the needs of Brazilian students—especially those who need structured mentorship, signed university contracts, and 280+ hours of practice.

Meeting Brazilian University Requirements

Brazilian universities often have strict conditions for validating electives abroad, including:

• Minimum of 280 hours of hands-on clinical practice
• Supervision by registered medical professionals
• Placement in a teaching or residency-affiliated hospital
• Formal agreements signed between the hospital and university

We meet all these criteria. Our primary partner, Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital in Mombasa, Kenya, is a large, government-run facility with over 800 beds and a patient base of more than 3 million people. It has active residency programs and serves as a training hub for both local and international students.

Completing Your Hours: Flexible Scheduling for Brazilian Students

If your university requires 280 hours, we help you structure your placement accordingly. Most students can complete this within 4 to 6 weeks, depending on the rotation schedule. For tighter timelines, we offer:

• Extended day shifts
• Evening and weekend rotations
• Flexibility to meet university audit requirements

There are no restrictions on intern working hours under Kenyan regulations, so we can adapt your schedule to ensure you fulfill all academic obligations on time.

English Language Skills: A Must-Have for Success

While Go Elective programs take place in East Africa, the primary language of instruction and clinical communication is English. You don’t need to be fluent, but a basic command of spoken and written English is essential for:

• Understanding patient histories and documentation
• Communicating with local doctors and other interns
• Participating in ward rounds, tutorials, and case discussions

If you're unsure about your level of English, we recommend a preparatory course or conversational practice before departure. Our local teams are friendly, accommodating, and used to working with students from all over Europe.

Available Rotations and Specialties

Whether you're finishing your required Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics, or exploring other fields like Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Tropical Medicine, Go Elective offers a variety of departments where you can gain meaningful, supervised experience.

Each placement includes:

• Daily ward rounds and patient consultations
• Hands-on procedural exposure under guidance
• Weekly feedback and evaluation from your assigned preceptor
• Integration into the hospital’s teaching environment

We Support All Required Documentation

We understand that completing a medical elective abroad requires paperwork. Our team works closely with your clinical supervisor to ensure:

• University contracts are signed
• All hours are logged and verified
• Mentorship and evaluation forms are completed
• Final certificates and recommendation letters are provided upon completion

We’ve supported Brazilian students through this process and are happy to liaise with your faculty if needed.

More Than Just Clinical Learning

While your primary goal is to complete your degree requirements, our programs offer much more than hospital work. During your elective, you can:

• Visit local communities and health centers to understand grassroots care
• Participate in cultural exchange activities with local professionals
• Join weekend excursions to places like Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Diani Beach, or Zanzibar
• Learn about tropical diseases, traditional medicine, and health system challenges

It’s not just an internship—it’s a transformative global experience.

What’s Included in a Go Elective Program?

• Clinical placement in a teaching hospital
• Personalized scheduling to meet your hours
• University contract facilitation and documentation
• Secure accommodation with meals
• Daily transport to the hospital
• 24/7 in-country support team
• Certificate of completion and preceptor feedback

When to Apply

We accept applications on a rolling basis, but spaces for July and August are limited. If you’re in your final semester and need to graduate soon, reach out immediately—we can assist last-minute applicants depending on availability.

Ready to Complete Your Final Medical Internship Abroad?

Apply today or email us at hello@goelective.com  to discuss your case. We’re happy to work with you and your university to make this possible.

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Author: Go-Elective Abroad

Date Published: Jun 29, 2025