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St Kitts — Foundations of Clinical and Global Health Practice

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The Foundations of Clinical and Global Health Practice Field School takes place at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences (UMHS) in St. Kitts, a leader in hands-on health sciences instruction. Students will use the gross anatomy lab, which offers dissection platforms with human cadavers, to advance their understanding of gross anatomy and neuroanatomy, and will train in Human Simulation Laboratories that mimic a hospital setting, allowing them to integrate clinical capabilities with basic science principles. The international location gives students the opportunity to engage with different cultural perspectives, healthcare systems, and community contexts alongside UMHS faculty and students from a broad range of academic specialties, including anatomy, histology, biochemistry, physiology and behavioural science.

Overview

Location: St. Kitts

Term: Summer 2027

Dates (Tentative): May 15 – June 15, 2027 (4 weeks in St. Kitts)

Pre-departure classes: Yes (TBA)

Credits: BIOL*3650 for 1.0 credits

Instructors: Dr. Lorraine Jadeski and Dr. Justine Tishinsky, Department of Human Health Sciences

Group size: Maximum 30 students

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Information Session

Learn more about the St Kitts Field School at our upcoming info session.

Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Virtual option: TBA

Missed the information session? Contact Dr. Justine Tishinsky to learn more.

Eligibility

Students applying for the program must have completed a total of 10 credits (including at least one 3000-level course in Human Health, Biology, or Biomedical Science by the time the program begins in May 2027 (or permission from the instructor) and must have a 70% cumulative average.

The program is open to students from all disciplines at the University of Guelph, with a maximum of 30 undergraduate students being accepted to the program.

Students should budget for the following:

  • Round-trip flight, Toronto to St. Kitts: approximately $900

  • St Kitts Field School fee: approximately $5,500 (includes accommodations and UHMS program fees). Amount is subject to change based on fluctuating exchange rates.

  • Meals: approximately $1800

  • Tuition at the University of Guelph for 0.5 credits

  • Mandatory travel health and emergency insurance through GuardMe ($1.65 / day)

  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional personal excursions, etc.)

Looking for funding? Learn about U of G Travel Grants.

Apply to Study Abroad

To apply for Field School programs you must complete our online application. Step-by-step application instructions are outlined on our application page.

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