Faculty of Medicine,
University of Ruhuna
Located in the historic city of Galle, the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ruhuna, stands as a highly respected institution in the Southern Province, renowned for its strong academic rigor and a vibrant research environment. It offers a comprehensive medical education comparable to the nation's best, supported by dedicated staff and specialized units. Students benefit from a serene coastal setting, providing ample opportunities for relaxation and a balanced lifestyle outside of their demanding studies.
General Information
Elective Student Program
Elective student program is open for short term training of medical undergraduates who study in overseas universities. Applications for elective appointments in any discipline within the curriculum of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ruhuna.
Elective appointments currently available for application are mentioned. Elective postings are on a weekly basis commencing on a Monday. The exact dates for any particular elective posting should be supplied with the application form.
Admission to a relevant appointment depends on whether the Head of the Department concerned is able to provide the necessary facilities or supervision during the requested period.
Appointments
Clinical subjects:
- Internal Medicine
- Neurology
- General Surgery
- Anaesthesiology
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Paediatrics
- Psychiatry
Para-clinical subjects:
- Forensic Medicine
- Parasitology
Climate and clothing
Dress code
Students should wear scrub (pajama) with name tag. This should be the responsibility of each student to keep ready in advance to use at the commencement of the clinical training.
Galle is in the Dry Zone. The climate is tropical and humid. Two monsoons (May/August and October/January) and occasional inter-monsoonal showers bring wet weather. Late December to February is cool at night. Clothing should be light, cotton. An umbrella and raincoat will come useful.
Accommodation
You need to find out accommodation by your own close proximity to the Faculty. The Faculty is not responsible for your accommodation requirement.
Recreation
Galle is a coastal town in southern Sri Lanka famous for its golden sandy beaches with warm and gentle seas. It attracts a large number of tourists during the winter months in Europe usually October to March/April. Scuba diving, wreck diving, surfing and coral reefs with myriads of colorful tropical fish attract many visitors.