Electives can be one of the most eagerly anticipated parts of a medical degree, but there’s no denying there’s a lot to think through and plan.
That’s why we’re excited to let you know we’ve joined forces with The Electives Network (TEN) to offer you everything you need for a successful elective.
As well as the benefits you get as a Medical Protection student member, this brilliant new partnership offers you FREE exclusive access to an extensive range of tools and resources to help you plan.
Whether you’re able to travel abroad or decide to stay in the UK, it’s still an exciting time. This will be your first major opportunity to use the skills and knowledge you’ve learned over the last few years and experience life in a new environment.
Most countries will require you to have medical indemnity, as will institutions in the UK. As a Medical Protection student member, you will receive medical indemnity for your elective completely FREE.
Plus, as a Medical Protection member you get more than just the right to request indemnity. You’ll also be able to take advantage of a range of other benefits, including access to our medicolegal advice line, available 24/7 in an emergency to help you tackle any medicolegal or ethical dilemmas you might face.
So, whether you have a clear plan of where and when you want to go, or you need some help to firm up your ideas, together Medical Protection and TEN can help you plan the perfect elective.
TEN has over 20 years’ experience delivering global health education and training. They offer advice, education and support when planning electives.
Their unique platform contains guides, tips, and ideas to help you plan. The platform also helps you apply to hospitals that suit your interests.
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To qualify, you must also ensure the following:
If circumstances allow you to carry out your elective abroad, it’s good to know that we’re the only medical defence organisation in the country with members all over the globe. With the largest team of medicolegal experts in the world, we can help you apply for funding and give you advice to keep you safe throughout your career.
Whenever you need support during your elective, we can be there for you.
Are you hoping to travel to Australia for your elective? If so, Australian legislation stipulates that all healthcare practitioners, including medical students, must be covered by an insurance contract while practising in Australia.
We have partnered with the MIPS (Medical Indemnity Protection Society) to provide you with a suitable insurance arrangement while in Australia on your elective.
You can apply for your free student membership with MIPS by visiting mips.com.au/membership/students.
Please remember to include your Medical Protection membership number when completing the MIPS application form.
If you’re a Medical Protection member then, yes, you are already eligible for the best possible professional protection during your elective.
We can offer 24/7 advice and support, but if you are able to travel, you’ll need to arrange appropriate travel insurance separately that provides you with personal injury cover whilst living and working abroad.
Whatever the location of your elective, get in touch as soon as your host has confirmed your placement.
All we need is:
Yes, as long as they are Medical Protection members and meet our elective criteria. Each classmate will need to apply individually for their elective protection.
You will need to join Medical Protection to apply for our elective protection. Just click the button below and fill out the application form.
We have put together the following basic packing checklist for you to refer to. This is by no means exhaustive, but there are some useful ideas.
Read moreRead about a members experience on applying for funding for your elective.
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