ESAIC Exchange Programme Application

Introduction

Dear applicant,

Welcome to the online application form for ESAIC Exchange Programmes.

The ESAIC Exchange Programmes are open to ESAIC European/Japanese residents and specialists who are interested and are successful in securing a scholarship, educational grant, or can afford their travel expenses, accommodation etc. Successful candidates will be able to run their exchange programme in 2027.

Here is some relevant information to know before submitting your application:

Only ESAIC Members of the Society in good standing can apply. We therefore ask you to check the status of your membership by accessing your myESAIC profile. Please download and use the accompanying Guide and Checklist to ensure your application complies with all selection criteria.

All sections must be answered and requested documentation uploaded together with the application form. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the selection committee and thus automatically rejected.

Deadline for applications: 30 June, 2026

We're always happy to help, so feel free to email us at exchange@esaic.org if needed.

 

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Interested in Cardiothoracic and Anaesthesiology Intensive Care? 

The ESAIC is proud to announce its collaboration with the European Association of Cardiothoracic Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (EACTAIC) in providing high-quality training and education to prepare young professionals working in the field of cardiothoracic and vascular anaesthesia.

We invite all residents and specialists who are interested in perioperative care of patients undergoing cardiac, thoracic and vascular surgery and related interventional procedures to visit the EACTAIC Exchange Programme Webpage.

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Personal details

* Following the Common European Framework of Reference, indicate your level of proficiency next to each language, with A1 being the lowest and C2/Native being the highest. Make sure your level of fluency in the language(s) matches the requests of the preferred host centre(s). The ESAIC is not held responsible for the verification of the language level. 

IMPORTANT - Please be aware that medical registration with the GMC in the UK requires you to have an I.E.L.T.S certification and a pass score of 7.5 or above or an Occupational English Test grade B or above. 

Your education

EDAIC 

Please fill in the date and the centre where you took your EDAIC Part I/ Part II Exam, if applicable.

Exchange Programme Preferences 

All applicants applying for the Exchange Programme should carefully read the registration, employment laws and regulations of the host country.  

IMPORTANT

• Due to significant GMC and Royal College of Anaesthetists Medical Training Initiative's complex restrictions, the Exchange Programme Committee strongly invites applicants to consider this aspect when selecting the preferred centre.
• More information on the acceptance to a UK host centre can be found in the Application Guide and Checklist.
• Please note that not all pregnant ladies are allowed to practice or enter the operating theatre (depending on the country)

Select your preferred Host Centre(s)

All information on the training offer(s) is available here.

ESAIC Host Centres can offer "Hands-on" training, "Observership" training, or both. Please refer to the Host Centres list to identify which centre best meets your educational needs.

Please note that in special circumstances, you may have to choose between having an observer status and/or selecting an alternative host country.

Application documents

Application documents

Personal profile (motivation letter/personal statement):

Write a max 300 words profile of yourself.

Please refer to the following points. List and quantify any past activities that you consider demonstrate how you have contributed to your department. For example, activity in:

Management Quality Improvement Leading by example, postgraduate diplomas (ATLS; ESIC; etc Why are you applying? Describe how this Exchange Programme would help you meet your aspirations, assist personal developments and enhance your current environment. Include a brief description of your career aims over the next 5 years.

Two independent references are required, the use of this template is mandatory. One should be written by a clinician who has been a direct teacher of the applicant. The other must come from the Head of Department and clearly state that the applicant has approval to take the time to participate in the exchange.

Finalisation

You are about to finalise your application. Please carefully read and tick as appropriate.

The ESAIC will allot a budget (to be defined on an annual basis) to support residents and specialists working in European Lower and Upper-Middle income countries as defined by the World Bank classification.