| Study Location | Chernivtsi |
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| Academic Field | Internship |
| Type | Postgraduate, Full time (on-line study is available) |
| Nominal Duration | 1 year (60 ECTS) |
| Study Language | English |
| Awards | Diploma in General Medical Practice |
| Entry qualification | Recognized medical degree: MD/MBBS (or equivalent) from an accredited university.Academic recognition in Ukraine: diploma/degree recognition (nostrification) or university-level recognition per current rules. |
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| Territory requirements | General entry requirement - Student visa. Citizens of the Russia, Iran, Belarus and North Korea who do not hold a permanent residence permit in Ukraine may be admitted for studies only with an individual authorization from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. |
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| Language Requirements | English & Elementary level of Ukrainian |
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Entrance Exam Description
For international applicants there is usually no standardized written entrance exam. The faculty may run a brief online/interview screening to confirm clinical readiness and English (B2) communication; basic Ukrainian for clinical use is taught during the program.
Program Structure
Theoretical Modules (Core Blocks):
- Principles of Family Medicine & EBM: undifferentiated complaints, red-flags/triage, continuity of care, national protocols/guidelines, quality & safety.
- Public Health & Prevention: immunization schedules, screening (CV, oncological), NCD prevention (HTN, DM, dyslipidemia), lifestyle counseling.
- Population-specific care: women’s health (preconception, antenatal, contraception, menopause), child health & growth monitoring, geriatrics, mental health in PHC.
- Diagnostics & Therapeutics in PHC: rational pharmacotherapy, lab basics, ECG interpretation, point-of-care tests, basics of imaging pathways; antimicrobial stewardship.
- Practice Management & Communication: referral pathways, care coordination, eHealth/EMR documentation, medical law & ethics, ENG/UKR doctor-patient communication.
Clinical Rotations (Supervised Practice):
- Primary Care Clinics: longitudinal management of acute & chronic conditions (cardio-metabolic, respiratory, MSK, dermatology), home visits, preventive care, patient education.
- Focused Ambulatory Blocks: Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology (primary-level issues), Infectious Diseases, Emergency/Urgent Care, Rehabilitation basics.
- Procedural Skills in PHC: vitals & triage, IM/SC injections, IV cannulation/fluids, wound care & basic suturing, abscess I&D, ECG, peak-flow/spirometry basics, vaccinations, POCT.
Overview
This is a postgraduate pathway (typically ~12 months) for international MD/MBBS graduates that blends evidence-based coursework with supervised rotations in primary-care clinics. Trainees build core competencies in undifferentiated care, chronic disease management, prevention, emergency first response, and eHealth/EMR documentation; teaching is in English with progressive Ukrainian for clinical communication. After final attestation, graduates receive a state certificate of primary specialization in General Medical Practice (Family Medicine), supporting onward employment/registration in line with national regulations.
Career Opportunities
After completing this program, students become eligible to apply for a full local Internship in Ukraine in various medical specialties.
This training also improves clinical experience and communication skills, helping graduates feel more confident in real hospital settings.
The program provides an official qualification that is required for further postgraduate studies in Ukraine.
It also strengthens your medical portfolio if you plan to apply for internships or exams in other countries.