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Welcome to our international student short-term visiting program!

Before applying to visit, please note that visit dates are scheduled based on capacity and application submission order ( it usually starts on the first Monday of each month). If we receive a large volume of applications, your visit may be delayed from the expected start date. We appreciate your understanding that visit dates depend on demand and cannot always begin as initially requested. Our team will make effort to confirm your visit as soon as possible based on availability.

Please note: Due to a large number of applications, new applications with an expected date before June 2026 have been suspended. According to current capacity, the visiting period available in 2026 will be coordinated uniformly (students who have submitted their applications for 2026, please wait for further email contact). Thank you all for your understanding!

To apply, please use this link (https://www.wjx.cn/vm/tUBiL08.aspx#) to fill out the application form and upload required materials. We will review applications and aim to respond within 4-5 weeks (depending on the number of applications). Approved applicants will be contacted by email to schedule visit dates based on availability.

If you have any question, please contact pumchvisit@163.com and include relevant keywords in the email subject line. This will help us address your inquiry in a timely manner. Due to the large workload, the response speed may be relatively slow. Really appreciate your patience!

Requirements

Basic requirements

Applicants should be in good physical and mental health, have no criminal record, and be willing to follow the laws and regulations of China during the visit.

Academic requirements

Currently enrolled medical students only, with priority given to those in clinical clerkship or rotations.

Languages

Required languages

English/Chinese (depends on departments)

Working Conditions

Hours per day

8

Days per week

5

Dress code

Formal

What to bring

1. Reflex hammer

2. Stethoscope

3. White coat (preferred to bring)

Night shifts

Depends on departments

Please note

Requirements vary by department:

1. Surgery and OB/GYN: Participate in morning rounds and OR observation.

2. Internal medicine: Attend morning rounds, outpatient clinics, teaching rounds, grand rounds, and academic presentation.

3. Emergency room: Take on-call shifts during weekdays or weekends.

Departments/Disciplines

Departments/disciplines available

1. Anaesthesia

2. Dermatology

3. Emergency Medicine

4. Gynaecology/Obstetrics

5. Internal Medicine-Infectious Diseases

6. Intensive and Critical Care

7. Internal Medicine-Cardiology

8. Internal Medicine-Endocrinology

9. Internal Medicine-Gastroenterology

10. Internal Medicine-General

11. Internal Medicine-Hematology

12. Internal Medicine-Nephrology

13. Internal Medicine-Respiratory

14. Internal Medicine-Rheumatology

15. Internal Medicine-Neurology

16. Internal Medicine-Geriatrics

17. Internal Medicine-Oncology

18. Rehabilitation Medicine

19. Radiology

20. Radiotherapy

21. Surgery-General (Gastrointestinal Surgery included)

22. Surgery-Neurosurgery

23. Surgery-Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

24. Surgery-Orthopedics

25. Surgery-Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

26. Surgery-Plastic Surgery

27. Surgery-Thoracic Surgery

28. Surgery-Vascular Surgery

29. Surgery-Urology 

30. Surgery-Cardiac Surgery

31. Surgery-Liver Surgery

32. Traditional Chinese Medicine 

33. Rare Diseases

34. Laboratory Medicine

35. Ophthalmology

Please note

1. Students may select up to 4 departments for a total visiting duration of 1-3 months. The minimum stay in each department is 1 week. 

2. Proficiency in Chinese is recommended for rotations in Traditional Chinese Medicine departments.

Required Materials

Electronic documents

1. PUMCH International Student Short-term Visiting Program Application Form (https://www.wjx.cn/vm/tUBiL08.aspx#)

2. Colored copy of identity document:

(1) Non-Chinese citizensPassport valid for the duration of the visit

(2) Chinese citizens: People’s Republic of China Resident Identity Card valid for the duration of the visit

3. Permission letter from current university/college

4. Proof of current enrollment 

5. Curriculum Vitae

6. Study plan (800-1000 words)

7. For non-native English speakers: If your medical program is not taught entirely in English, a proof of English proficiency (TOEFL 90+, IELTS 5.0+, CEFR B2, or equivalent) will be needed.

8. Medical examination report (within last 12 months) including lab results for Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis testing (e.g. chest x-ray,ppD, or  interferon gamma release assay (IGRA) test).

9. Certificate of no criminal record

10. Digital photo: 2.5×3.5cm on white background, taken within last 6 months.

Submitting deadline

3 months before expected visiting start date

Insurance

Students must obtain the following insurance coverage prior to the start of the visit:

1. Health insurance

2. Travel insurance

Visa

1. If you need a Visa, please contact Chinese embassy or consulate.

2. We can provide invitation letters if required.

Others

Board and lodging

Not provided

Application fee

Free