Clinical Electives - tirocinio formativo

The program is open to students currently in the clinical years of the Medicine and Surgery degree program (Year 4-6).

Placements will take place between July and September 2026 
Students must indicate three preferred clinical departments and three possible one-month periods (July, August, and September 2026).
 

6 April 2026

Step 1: Download and complete the Excel Placement Form
Fill in three preferred clinical departments and indicate your availability for July, August, and September 2026.
Save the file and upload it as part of your online application.

Step 2: Submit your online application
Access your personal iCatt page and go to:
Services and opportunities > International mobility > Mobility calls > Accordi bilaterali > Electives Observership Thomas Jefferson University
Upload the completed Excel Placement Preference Form before the deadline.
 

Step 3: Pay the €2,250 program fee by the application deadline.

Please note that the programme fee must be paid as a guarantee for the placement search process. This fee ensures that Thomas Jefferson University can proceed with securing a suitable clinical placement for you.
In the event that a placement cannot be confirmed, the programme fee will be fully refunded.
 

After the deadline, Cattolica International will review all submitted forms and forward the information to Thomas Jefferson University – SKMC to begin the placement matching process.

• €2,250 program fee, which includes:
  • Clinical placement coordination
  • Student Safety Package (insurance + emergency app activation)
• Not included: travel, visa, accommodation, and meals
   

Scholarships of €550 per month are available and are provided in the form of a reimbursement; therefore, proof of expenses must be uploaded upon return.

Your programme application also serves as your scholarship application, and no separate submission is required.
 

Students may apply to have the program recognized as Clinical/Research electives.
The academic recognition form must be completed and submitted to the International Office upon completion of the observership.
 

Included in the programme is the activation of the Student Safety Package, which includes: 

• Insurance coverage valid for the entire length of the programme abroad.
• Activation of the Student Safety app, which helps manage emergencies

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Please note: Medical Malpractice/Professional Liability Insurance is not included and must be purchased separately if required by the host institution.

For information about the application procedures, please refer to:

International Office - Rome Campus
Tel. 06 3015 5819
@: ucsc.international-rm@unicatt.it