Are you an international medical graduate looking for the next step in your professional journey? The “General Medical Practice” one-year internship from Bogomolets National Medical University is your bridge from medical school to real clinical practice — taught in English, open to foreign graduates, and designed to help you launch your medical career in Ukraine (and beyond).
Why choose our internship?
- English-taught & international-friendly. All training materials and instruction are available in English, so you can focus on medicine, not language barriers.
- Full-time clinical experience. Spend 12 months working in real hospitals and clinics — diagnosing, treating, consulting patients under supervision, and learning how to manage general practice and primary care.
- Comprehensive medical training. You’ll cover core disciplines like internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery, obstetrics/gynecology, emergency and outpatient care, preventive medicine, and more.
- Certificate of Primary Specialization. After successful completion, you receive an official certificate in “General Medical Practice,” recognized in Ukraine — a necessary milestone for further specialization or licensing.
- Pathway to specialization or licensing. If you pass the required Ukrainian-language state exam, you can proceed to full internship/specialization — just like local Ukrainian graduates.
- International flexibility. The certificate opens doors: you can apply to specialization programs in Ukraine or use your training when seeking recognition abroad (subject to local regulations).
What to Expect (Internship Snapshot)
- Duration: 12 months (full-time clinical internship)
- Language of instruction: English (with option for Ukrainian)
- Clinical practice: Work in teaching hospitals, city clinics, or regional medical centers. Participate in ward rounds, outpatient care, diagnostics, treatment planning, preventive medicine, emergency care, and general practice.
- Training content: Core internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery & emergency care, obstetrics & gynecology, outpatient & preventive care, clinical diagnostics, and patient communication & ethics.
- Final certification: Written (or computer-based) exam, practical (clinical) exam, and interview. Upon passing — receive the Certificate of Internship Completion in General Medical Practice.
Who This Internship Is Perfect For
- International medical school graduates (MD/MBBS or equivalent) ready to start clinical practice.
- Students who want to train in English — without mastering Ukrainian from day one.
- Doctors seeking a recognized internship certificate that allows them to work in Ukraine — or apply for further specialization (residency).
- Professionals aiming to build a clinic-ready skill set: from diagnostics to emergency care, family medicine, and hospital rotations.
- Those who value real-world hospital experience, supervised by experienced clinicians, to build confidence and competence.
Ready to Start? Here’s What to Do Next
- Make sure your medical diploma is officially recognized.
- Prepare your application — most internships accept applicants online.
- Choose your language of instruction (English or Ukrainian) — we recommend English for smooth entry.
- Begin your 12-month full-time clinical internship.
- Pass the final attestation (exam + clinical test + interview).
- Receive your Certificate of Primary Specialization in General Medical Practice. After that — either continue to specialization (residency) if you pass the Ukrainian state-language exam, or explore opportunities locally or internationally.
