Visiting electives application process

Initial application 

1.    Students should complete the online application form and email the relevant documents where requested to electives@leeds.ac.uk in one email. 
2.    You will receive a confirmation letter in March via email and this document can be used to support your application for a visa.  
If at this stage you decide that you no longer which to take up the medical elective placement, it is important that you inform the team by email at electives@leeds.ac.uk.  
 

Accommodation  

Students are responsible for arranging their own accommodation. A member of the Electives Team will contact successful applicants with information regarding accommodation providers. The Electives Team will advise students when they need to start the accommodation booking process.  Please note that accommodation is not available at the Hospital Trust.  We recommend that students book accommodation in Leeds city centre. 

Following confirmation

Following confirmation of your place on the Medical Elective programme, we will be in touch to outline requirements regarding Occupational Health clearance. 
 

In May, before the start of your elective  

Students will be registered on the non-degree medical course for the duration of their elective. One month prior to the start of your elective you will be required to complete the online registration process.  
 

Preparation for your first day  

On your first day with us here at Leeds you must remember to bring:  
1.    Your registration certificate.  
2.    Passport and visa (if required). 
3.    A copy of the appropriate attendance logbook. This should be presented to your consultant each day for signing.