IADS Exchange Program Booklet Edition 2013 - 2014
“Go beyond your dental borders”
A PROJECT DEVELOPED BY THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DENTAL STUDENTS
IADS Exchan CONTENTS
Page 3: Word of the Authors
Page 54 - 55 : Poland
Page 4 - 9: IADS Exchange Program Logistics
Page 56 - 57: Malta
Page 10 - 11: Colombia
Page 58 - 59: Moldova
Page 12 - 13: United Arab Emirates
Page 60 - 61: Italy
Page 14 - 15: Algeria
Page 62 - 63: Tunisia
Page 16 - 17: Portugal
Page 64 - 65: Indonesia
Page 18 - 19: Puerto Rico
Page 66 - 67: India
Page 20 - 21: Jordan
Page 68 - 69: Hungary
Page 22 - 23: Mexico
Page 70 - 71: Malaysia
Page 24 - 25: Montenegro
Page 72 - 73: Greece
Page 26 - 27: North Cyprus (Cyprus)
Page 74 - 75: Ghana
Page 28 - 29: Saudi Arabia
Page 76 - 77: Georgia
Page 30 -31: Chile
Page 78 - 79: Iran
Page 32: Slovakia
Page 80 - 81: Finland
Page 34 - 35: Republic of China
Page 82 - 83: Egypt
Page 36 - 37: Denmark
Page 84 - 85: Armenia
Page 38 - 39: Turkey
Page 86 - 87: Czech Republic
Page 40 -41: Slovenia
Page 88 - 89: Sudan
Page 42 - 43: Russian Federation *
Page 90 - 91: Bulgaria
Page 44 -45: Russian Federation **
Page 92 - 93: Other countries
Page 46 - 47: Serbia Page 48 - 53: Romania
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IADS CLINICAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM
“GO BEYOND YOUR DENTAL BORDERS”
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he IADS Exchange Program has been founded in the 1960s and since then it has made possible for tens of thousands of students to go abroad and share their experiences in terms of dentistry and student life. Today we are proud of sustaining and assuring the continuity of such marvelous program which gave the opportunity to talented dental students of enriching their knowledge and to create tight bonds of friendship overseas. The current edition of the IADS International Student Exchange Program Booklet comprises the available exchange program information from most of the IADS countries and a guideline for the Exchange Program Officers. It has been made to be for the use of the IADS National/ Local Exchange Officers in order to facilitate a much faster and easier way of establishing exchange partnerships between the IADS countries. The Booklet comes for the usage of dental students as well, they being able to understand better the dental and social aspects of a foreign country, thus choosing an eventual country of destination. The Program wouldn’t have been developed and sustained without the enormous work and dedication of the previous and current IADS National/Local Exchange Officers and IADS Executive Committee Officers. With this occasion we would like to thank everyone which have contributed of helping students “going beyond their dental borders” Learn, Connect, Make friends! Be part of it!
Pavel Scarlat (Romania/R. of Moldova) IADS President
Esti Riyanda (Indonesia) IADS International Exchange Officer
president@iads-web.org 0040769680743
ieo@iads-web.org +6281345924309
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IADS Exchange Program Booklet
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Purpose of exchanges Objectives differ between organisers and participants and from country to country, but the ideal Exchange will benefit the participant in some or all of the following ways: - to enhance the participant’s knowledge of dentistry, by exposing them to technologies, facilities, or a socio-economic environment that is different from their home; - to enhance the participant’s cultural and social understanding of the country visited; - an exchange of knowledge and skills between host and participant; - to improve the participant’s language skills; - to open the participant’s mind to different approaches to familiar problems; - to encourage independence in the planning and research of such a trip; - to develop the professional community spirit of the participant and the host students.
INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM LOGISTICS Important abbreviations & terms: ISEP - International Student Exchange Program LEO - Local Exchange Officer NEO -National Exchange Officer IEO- International Exchange Officer MYM - Mid-Year Meeting COSPIE - Committee of Solving Problems During Exchanges Exchangee - the student who wants to go on the exchange; NEO1 - NEO of the exchangee’s country; NEO2 - NEO in the country of the exchangee’s first choice; NEO3 - NEO in the country of the exchange’s second choice (if this is a different country from the first choice).
Guideline edited by: Christopher Orr, IEO 1994-95(second edition) Aneta Filipiuk, IEO 2008-2010 (third edition)
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Exchange Officers
Local Exchange Officers represent the IADS Exchange Program at the respective schools of a country-member. They are under the authority of the National Exchange Officer. National Exchange Officers represent a country member at all IADS meetings. They are under the authority of the International Exchange Officer who, also represents the Exchange Programme to the IADS Executive Committee and internationally.
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1. To represent his/her country at the IADS meetings (MYM and Annual Congress) and actively participate in GA sessions and NEO meetings. To present his/ her country and exchange program during Congress Exchange Fair. If participation is not possible then, an apology for absence should be submitted along with a written report to IEO before the meeting. 2. To receive IADS mail and distribute information received from the Executive Committee among the LEOs. To be the member of World Dental Students Yahoo E-mail Group and IADS group on Facebook as well as submit to Yahoo NEO e-mail group. 3. To stay in contact with IEO and other NEOs, provide them with his/her contact details to be placed on NEOs/LEOs contact list and to attend online meetings “NEO Mondays”, taking place every first Monday of the month. 4. To learn IADS Constitution and its regulations as well as duties and rights of General Assembly. 5. To establish Exchange Program at his/her country and provide conditions for exchanges from abroad, to create network of LEOs in dental schools from his/ her country and to promote exchange program among national dental students. 6. To be updated with IADS current projects and activities. To keep the LEOs updated with the IADS Exchange Programme and to encourage them to promote the exchanges and other IADS projects. 7. To preside meetings with corresponding LEOs at least twice a year, to help them deal with exchange program organization at the local level. 8. To supervise exchange program in his/her country and ensure an active academic and social programme for the students who participate on exchange in his/her country. 9. To receive from LEOs or directly from students, administer and distribute application forms. 10. To evaluate each Application Form going to abroad in order to make sure that they are properly filled in, fully completed and sent before the deadline. 11. To receive and administer applications received from other NEOs, organize exchange of foreign exchanges together with LEOs, to provide foreign students with Invitation Letters if needed in order to get a visa. 12. To send and receive Acceptance/Rejection and Confirmation notices or letters to exchangee and NEO from the country of the student participating on the exchange. To organize each exchange within the confines of exchange contracts signed with other NEOs. 13. To present a comprehensive verbal report and a NEO Report on International Exchanges at all NEO meetings. 14. To sign unilateral and bilateral exchange contracts with other NEOs. 15. To prepare informational package of exchange program at his/her country: COUNTRY MEMBER PROFILE. 16. To encourage the exchangee to complete the Student Exchange Report. 17. To collect student’s exchange reports and forward them to IEO as they could take part in Student Exchange Report Competition. 18. To pass the Exchange Certificates received from IEO to LEOs or individual students.
Local Exchange Officer Duties:
1.To represent his/her school or local association at national IADS meetings if he is not the member of LEOs network under the guidance of NEO of his/her country as well as keep contact with IEO and other NEOs, following the duties of NEO then. 2.To contact his/her NEO and to help him establish, develop and improve exchange system in his/her country. 3.To establish exchange program at his/her dental school and provide conditions for exchangers from abroad. 4.To use posters, guides and/or magazine articles etc. in individual schools to promote the exchange programme and make his/her students aware of the opportunities IADS offers them. 5.To be updated with current exchange possibilities and IADS projects. 6.To collect exchange applications from his/her students and forward them to NEO or organize the exchange by himself by contacting NEO of country, which will be exchange destination. 7.To stay in contact with NEO or LEO, organizing his/her student exchange abroad and provide him with confirmation notice as well as details of student arrival and stay. 8.To organize stay of exchangers from abroad, depending on the type of exchange and exchange contract settlements: within the bounds of possibility to assist students’ arrival or to provide them with essential information how to reach exchange destination in his/ her country, organize practices or visiting at dental clinics, arrange meals, accommodation and organize social program or to appoint students responsible for organization. 10.To attend meetings with NEO, meetings of NEOs/ LEOs and make a report before IADS international meetings on exchange program at his/her school. 11.To prepare informational package of exchange program at his/her university: LOCAL MEMBER PROFILE.
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National Exchange Officer Duties:
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Guide to Exchanges The System Step 1: Before the exchange takes place
i. In order to participate on exchanges through the IADS Exchange Programme, the student must belong to an association which is a full or school member of IADS, or the student must be an individual member of IADS (personal member). ii. He/she must then complete an IADS Exchange Application Form, and send it to his/her LEO, who will forward it to NEO (= NEO1) or directly to NEO of his country.
INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM LOGISTICS
Application forms will be given by the IEO to the NEOs as well as placed at the IADS official website. Only the official application forms will be used for exchanges to be valid through IADS. To be accepted by NEO application should be filled in properly: a) in English language b) with photo c) with readable student’s name, date of birth, contact details and exchange destination d) signed by NEO or the Dean of student’s Dental School if needed Application form should be printed, filled in and send to NEO2 in original or scanned and send via e-mail. Application may be sent to NEO2 official e-mail or to NEO e-mail group. IEO will provide NEOs with properly filled in sample of application form. NEOs of hosting countries have a right to modify application process. iii. The deadline to apply for an exchange will be different on each country, depending on what is stated in the Country Member Profile. Exchanges between countries are based on unilateral or bilateral exchange contracts terms signed by NEOs and on additional settlements between them.
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i. NEO1 must check that the application form is fully and correctly completed, including all contact details and student’s identification data. He/she must also make sure that the form has been sent before the deadline for the proposed exchange. ii. NEO1 makes two copies of the form, and posts the original to NEO2. iii. NEO2 tries to arrange the exchange: • If the exchangee is accepted, he/she must send an Acceptance notice (or a similar letter) to both NEO1 and the exchangee. This letter must include the dates for the exchange, name of the Dental School hosting the exchange, contact details of responsible LEO or student, accommodation arrangements and address. • If the exchangee is rejected, he/she must send a Rejection notice (or a similar letter) letter) to both NEO1 and the exchangee. He/she must then send the Application form to NEO3. NEO3 then tries to arrange the exchange in that country. This letter must include the reasons for the application being rejected. iv. If a Unilateral Exchange is arranged, NEO2 has to make sure that the exchangee knows how much money will he/ she need to cover exchange expenses and provide the student will information essential for his arrival and stay. v. If a Unilateral Exchange Sponsor has been arranged by NEO2, he/she must inform NEO1. vi. if a Bilateral Exchange is arranged, NEO1 and NEO2 must make sure that the terms of the contract have been arranged before the acceptance notice is sent. vii. NEO1 must send a Confirmation Notice (or similar letter) to NEO2 to confirm that the exchangee will participate. viii. Once the final outcome is known, NEO1 must send one of the copies of the application to the IEO for filing purposes.
i. NEO1 must make sure that the exchangee completes the Student Exchange Report and returns it to him/her. ii. NEO1 will forward the report to IEO, who will issue and IADS Exchange Certificate for the student. Exchange Reports will take part in Student Exchange Report Competition and placed on the IADS website in order to create database of students’ experiences. iii. If adverse situations have occurred, a report to the IEO has to be made by the NEO or student who feels disappointed. iv. Each NEO will keep a record of exchanges and should present a NEO Report on International Exchanges to the IEO at the NEO Meeting. These meetings occur twice a year: at the MYM and Annual Congress. The IEO will collect each NEO Report on International Exchanges and will compile the IEO Annual Report on International Exchanges in order to keep statistics of the exchanges.
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NEO is organizing exchange by himself or he is contacting LEO, who will be in charge of hosting student in his/her city. NEO should prepare letter of invitation for students in need of visa, help the student and advise him on travel as well as give him all essential information on the exchange conditions. Often exchanges are based on mutual confidence and settlements between NEO1 and NEO2 so they both should act reliable.
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Advice regarding the visa procedure
Step 3: After the exchange is completed
Types of Exchanges:
Students can usually go for between 2 and 6 weeks. Most exchanges are on a “unilateral” basis, where the incoming students pay the cost of their accommodation, transport and food, etc. Some places offer a “bilateral” exchange where the incoming student is hosted by the students (i.e. the host students provide meals and accommodation), in return for being hosted when they visit the other country at a later time. Bilateral exchanges are established by NEOs who sign contracts between each other and specify conditions of exchanges, which may be freely modified
Unilateral Exchanges In a unilateral exchange, the exchangee has to pay the costs of food, transportation and accommodation. Arrangements are made at the host country so that the exchangee may participate in academic and social programmes.
Bilateral Exchanges In a Bilateral Exchange, the student does not have to pay for food or accommodation during his/her exchange. An agreement exists between two countries or schools so that for each student they send, another will be received. There may be other requirements depending on the countries participating on the exchange (language examination, year of students participating, etc.). A contract should be signed by the participating NEOs to specify the terms of the exchange.
It is essential that potential exchangees check visa requirements well in advance before planning and visit to a foreign country. Because of the constantly changing requirements of different national governments towards visitors from other countries, it would be impossible to present an authoritative listing of requirements for each country in this guidebook. Therefore, only general guidelines are given, and all participants in the Exchange Programme are advised to check with the Embassy or Consulate of the country they propose to visit well in advance. Many Embassies/Consulates offer a telephone service for such enquiries, and as such the enquiry can be made relatively quickly. It is the duty of exchangee or NEO1 to provide NEO2 will all information what kind of invitation and documents should he prepare and send to exchangee in order he gets a visa. Additional costs incurred by NEO2 regarding to invitation sending should be covered or reimbursed by exchangee. IADS does not accept any responsibility for or changes in cancellation of arrangements which arise due to failure to adequately check requirements for entering any country. 7
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Step 2: Once the student has decided to go on exchange
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INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE STANDARD FORMS
i. IADS Application for Exchange The Application Form is the only way a student can request an exchange. It should be completed fully and must include the Dean’s signature (optional), organization’s stamp and NEO signature. The student may have three choices for an exchange location. ii. Acceptance/Rejection Notice
INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM LOGISTICS
The Acceptance/Rejection Notice was designed to simplify the exchange process. It saves NEO2 from having to write individual letters to NEO1 once the outcome of the exchange process is known. It is hoped that this will speed up the process of application. A letter from NEO2 containing the correct information is acceptable, provided that copies are sent to both NEO1 and the exchangee in the usual way. If the student is accepted, NEO2 must write the dates for the exchange and the deadline for confirmation on the notice as well as accommodation address and contact details of LEO or person responsible for hosting an exchangee. If the student is rejected, NEO2 must write the reason for rejection and send the application form to NEO3 as appropriate. iii. Confirmation notice A Confirmation Notice will be sent by every NEO sending a student on exchange. It must specify the school that the student will attend, and the dates of his/her exchange as well as details of his/her arrival. The confirmation notice can also be used to cancel the exchange. It is very important to send the Confirmation notice before the deadline so that the host school has time to make the appropriate arrangements.
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myMagazine iv. Student exchange Report This report should be completed by every student participating on an exchange through IADS. It should be completed by the exchange upon his/her return, and sent by the LEO to the NEO. If any problems are reported, these must be verified by NEO1 when he/she receives the NEO Report on Student Exchange from NEO2. The situation should be reported to the IEO as appropriate, especially if the NEOs concerned cannot find or agree on a solution to it. Student Exchange Report is a basis for IEO to issue Exchange Certificate and to report it for the Student Exchange Report Competition. v. IADS UNILATERAL/BILATERAL EXCHANGE CONTRACT This can be used to make arrangements for mutual exchange of students. It can be used for individual students or groups, depending on the availability of places in the countries concerned. Contracts can be signed by NEOs at the MYM or Congress, and can be valid for an agreed period, usually six months or a year. They specify conditions of unilateral or bilateral exchanges. vi. NEO REPORT ON INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES This report is standardised to make it easier for the NEO to present the information to the NEO Meetings, and also to simplify the IEO’s job of compiling annual exchange statistics. The report is to be presented twice annually: at the MYM (for the period August — January) and at the Congress (for the period February — July). A written report detailing problems or suggestions may also be attached for the attention of the IEO. If the NEO cannot attend the MYM or congress, he/she may send a replacement with the appropriate information, or may send the information to the IEO not later than one week after the end of the meeting.
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Colombia About the country: Location: in the northwestern of South America, bordered to the northwest by Panama; to the north by the Caribbean Sea; to the east by Venezuela and Brazil; to the south by Ecuador and Peru; and to the west by the Pacific Ocean. Population: 42.888.594 2005 Census. Language: More than 99.2% of Colombians speak the Spanish language, but also 65 Amerindian languages, 2 Creole languages and the romani language are spoken in the country. English language also has official status in the San Andrés, Providencia and Santa Catalina Islands Capital city: Bogotá D.C
National Traditions Holidays: January 1: New Years’ Day May 1: Labour day July 20: Independence day December 24, 25: Christmas December 31: New Years’ Eve
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Food & Drinks Colombia’s varied cuisine is influenced by its diverse fauna and flora as well as the cultural traditions of its immigrants. Colombian dishes and ingredients vary widely by region. Some of the most common ingredients are: cereals such as rice and maize; tubers such as potato and cassava; assorted legumes; meats, including beef, chicken, pork and goat; fish; and seafood. Colombia cuisine also features a variety of tropical fruits such as mango, banana, papaya, guava, pineapple, lulo, and passionfruit. Among the most representative regional dishes are ajiaco santafereño, bandeja paisa, mote de queso, lechona tolimense, mamona, mute santandereano, tamales and fish dishes, especially in coastal regions. In the Caribbean Coast region, the most popular dish is the sancocho, which varies in preparation and ingredients. Ingredients include soup guandú with salted meat, fish, shellfish, turtle, chicken and goat. The arepa with chorizo is a fast food in Colombia. In the Andean region, typical regional Tolimense dishes of the Tolima Department and Huila Department include lechona, tamales, and rice with chicken, pork and soft grains wrapped in banana leaves. The are also offers Cundiboyacense preparations such as Masato, chicha, changua or potato soup, stew santafereño, the ajiaco and other specialties including cuchuco or pork spine, and river fish. The bandeja paisa is a typical dish of this region and is sometimes considered the representative Colombia dish.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
LEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Full local school membership Association: UBSIFO – Universidad El Bosque Semilleros de Investigación de la Facultad de Odontología. Registration date at IADS: 2013 Number of Dental schools: 1 (single)
Name: Juan Guillermo Gutiérrez Quintero
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities:Universidad El Bosque
Accommodation + food + local transportation: $550USD Party + tours: depends the season
Best period for exchange: All year
University/School:Universidad El Bosque
Exam periods: November-January/April-June Exchange duration: 2 - 3 weeks Language requirements: Spanish or English Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: - Motivation letter. - IADS application form with photo - Paper which accredit you as student of your school with, pres¬ent the original when you arrived to school. - Scanof your passport Deadline for confirmation: Two weeks after application Social Program: Colombian night and Tours around the city and close towns.
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United Arab Emirates About the country:
Food & Drinks
The Seven emirates: Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm al-Quwain were coastal tribes known for trading, fishing and pearling during the early 50s. They shared the same culture, language, religion, nomadic lifestyle and most importantly the same valuable resource; The Black Gold.
Restaurants in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman adhere to strict governmental regulations concerning food safety in addition to assurance of halal meat usage. Being a multicultural hub, the UAE offers a widely diverse selection of international cuisines including, but not limited to Arabian, Western, Chinese and Italian.
After the discovery of the Black Gold in, 1961, a new form of trade was soon to begin and in 1962 it flourished and completely transformed the first exporting Emirate, Abudhabi. A few years later, Dubai followed in the exporting trade and in December 2nd, 1971 the union of the Seven Emirates was to come to existence to form what we know today as the United Arab Emirates. The
Dress: Most Emirati males prefer to wear a kandura, an ankle-length white shirt woven from wool or cotton, and most Emirati women wear an abaya , a black over-garment covering most parts of the body. indecent clothing� are an aspect of the UAE to which visitors are expected to conform
National Traditions Holidays: 15-Oct-2013* Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) 04-Nov-2013* Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year), 02-Dec-2013 National Day 2014; 01-Jan-2014 New Year’s Day 13-Jan-2014* Milad un Nabi (Birth of the Prophet Muhammad) ; 27-May-2014* Lailat al Miraj (Night of Ascension); 28-Jul-2014* Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan)
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Languages: Language: Arabic is the official language though English is widely spoken. Other languages such as French, Spanish and German are also communicable in hotels and upscale destinations.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
LEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Full local school membership Association: University of Sharjah Dental Students’ Association Registration date at IADS: 2012 Number of Dental schools: 1 (single)
Name: Sara Anbari
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: University of Sharjah
Accommodation: Average of AED 150dhs per day per person for double bed- room Public transport: If you want to travel to other cities via public transport then you will pay AED 25 for bus or you may rent a car for AED 90 per day
Best period for exchange: During Winter (Especially between January and March) Exam periods: November-January/April-June Exchange duration: 4 weeks (If you want you can stay for sightseeing) Language requirements: Arabic or English Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: IADS Exchange Form filled and signed along side Contact Information For Emergency Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: unilateral Number accepted per year: 6 Clinical work possibilities: Just observing during Morning session or Afternoon session on weekdays Social program: Organized by NEO.
University/School: University of Sharjah
• Taxi: • Taxi Start (Normal Tariff ) 3.50 AED • Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff ) 1.62 AED • Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff ) 50.00 AED • Pocket Money: AED 75 - 100 per day. Typical cost of lunch or dinner is AED 25 to 45. Insurance policy requirements: Yes Sponsorship possibilities: None
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Algeria About the country:
Food & Drinks
Location: Northern Africa between the Mediterranean Sea in the north and the Great Sahara Desert in the south Population: 35 million Language: Arabic (official) French and English widely understood Capital city: Alger Climate: cold wet winter, dry hot summer,warm spring with moderate temperatures, windy and cool autumn Currency: Algerian Dinar (1 Euro = 145 Dinars)
very spicy and many flavourings are used. Algiers and popular coastal towns have a fair selection of good restaurants, serving mainly French and Italian-style food, though even classic dishes will have an unmistakable Algerian quality. Fish dishes are exceptionally good.
National Traditions
Advantages:
Holidays: 1 January-New Year’s Day; 24 January -Milad un Nabi (Birth of Prophet Mohammad); 1May- Labour Day; 5 July -Independence Day; 15 October – Eid al-Adha ( Feast of Sacrifice) ; 1 November – Anniversary of Revolution; 4 November- Islamic New Year; 13 November- Ashura
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Regional drinks: As in much of North Africa and the Middle East, refreshing, golden-coloured mint tea and strong, sweet coffee (sometimes called Turkish coffee) are drunk wherever people gather to talk and relax, a legacy of French rule. If available, try Medea, Mansourah and Mascara red wines and Medea, Mascara and Lismara rosés.
Algeria is a beguiling blend of cultures spanning a vast chunk of land - taking in everything from whitewashed fishing ports, verdant hillsides and olive groves to the unmatched dramatic landscapes of the Sahara Desert and the Hoggar Mountains. With more than four-fifths of its territory covered by the Sahara, the desert is Algeria’s most striking feature and its biggest draw to travellers. But the north of the country, colonised by the Phoenicians and the Romans and covered with fascinating ruined cities is green and fertile, and the imposing capital Algiers (‘the White City’) has a fascinating Medina to explore and offers and interesting perspective on modern Algerian life.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
LEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Full local school membership Association: Blida Dental Students Association Address: 20 Avenue Amara Youcef, 09000 Blida, Algeria Registration date at IADS: 2013 Number of Dental schools: 1 (single) Number of students: 67 Registration date at IADS: MARCH 2013
Name: Rima Sidoumu
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: Blida
Estimated cost of exchange: about 450 Euros for two weeks • accommodation: 200 euros, can as well be arranged depending on the number of students received • public transport: 10 euros • food: 15 Euros per day • pocket money: 10 euros per day • spare time costs: 10 to 30 euros per day
Best period for exchange: July to November Exam periods: December to June Exchange duration: two weeks maximum Language requirements: English, or French or Arabic Deadline for applications: two months in advance Form of application required: IADS application with NEO signature and school stamp Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: unilateral Number accepted per year: 10 Clinical work possibilities: depends on students expertise Social program: organized by the NEO and includes parties, sight-seeing, visiting even other cities
Address: 20 Avenue Amara Youcef, 09000 Blida, Algeria University/School: University of Blida, Zabana
Insurance deposit system requirements: no Insurance policy requirements: no Sponsorship possibilities: no Remarks: You are required to bring your hospital kit.
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Portugal About the country:
Food & Drinks
Location: In Southwestern Europe, on the Iberian Peninsula. It is the westernmost country of mainland Europe Population: 10,781,459 Language: Portuguese Capital city: Lisbon Climate: Mediterranean climate and is one of the warmest European countries Currency: € Euro
Portugal has a very rich cuisine. We are of the countries where they eat more fish and the basis of our food is Mediterranean. With a vast coastline, seafood plays a major part in Portuguese cuisine and the quality of our seafood and freshly caught grilled fish is beyond compare. But meat also forms part of the nation’s preferences. And cozido à portuguesa - a succulent boiled mixture of meats, vegetables and stuffed sausages - is one of the most appetising recipes in the world. If you are in the North, you can also savour tripe (tripas) cooked in the style of Oporto, and a type of feijoada, which can also be made à la transmontana in the interior of the region. In the Alentejo, the bread-based açorda and migas are two unmissable delights and if you travel near Bairrada do not miss the opportunity to savour the famous Leitão assado (roast suckling pig).
National Traditions
Regional drinks: Portugal is famous for its fortifies wines: Porto and Madeira. Port comes from the Douro region and Madeira from the island. These are great wines for an aperitif or as a degestif after a meal. However, Portuguese wine culture and expertise does not end with its fortified wines. The Douro region has become one the most famous region in the world for its DOC wines.
Holidays: January - 01 New Year’s Day, February - 12 Carnival, March - 29 Good Friday, March - 31 Easter , April - 25 Freedom Day, May - 01 Labor Day, May 30 Corpus Christi, June - 10 Portugal Day, August - 15 Assumption of Mary, October - 05 Republic Day, November - 01 All Saints Day, December - 01 Restoration of Independence, December - 08 Immaculate Conception’s Day, December - 25 Christmas
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Advantages: - Great wheather-climate - Surrounded by sea and river - Unique history and culture - Hospitable and friendly people
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info Type of membership: Full Membership Association: Portuguese Association of Dental Students Address: Rua Central de Arcos nº764 • 4425-513 S. Pedro Fins - Maia - Porto Registration date at IADS: 26/02/2012 Number of Dental schools: 7 Number of students: 3100
NEO Contact Details Name: Cristian Godoy Pereira
University: Ciências da Saúde Egas Moniz Institute, Lisbon
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: Lisboa (Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Egas Moniz - http://www. egasmoniz.com.pt/) Best period for exchange: January 20 - February 14 and June 9 - July 18 Exam periods: January-February and June-July Exchange duration: 1 to 2 weeks Language requirements: Portuguese, English or Spanish Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: Unilateral / Bilateral Number accepted per year: about 5 each period Clinical work possibilities: Depends on students expertise Social program: Disco, animal zoo, beach.
• accommodation: University residence (campus). The price depends on the availability of seats in residence. • public transport: 7 € per week • food: 5 €-20 € per day • pocket money: 10 € per day • spare time costs: cinema 6€ ; Disco 15 €
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Puerto Rico About the country:
Food & Drinks
Location: Puerto Rico is a Caribbean island located between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean. Our island lies between the Dominican Republic and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and is part of an archipelago known as the Antilles, which stretches across the Caribbean from Florida to Venezuela. Population: 3.8 million Language: Spanish/English Capital city: San Juan Climate: Puerto Rico enjoys year round summer temperatures, an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Currency: Dollar (USD) Learn more: http://www.seepuertorico.com
Our culinary tradition spans centuries and combines Taíno, Spanish and African cultures, recipes and ingredients. In recent years, it’s been combined with flavors from around the world to create mouth-watering fusion and nouveau Rican creations. From gourmet fine dining to roadside kiosks, you will love exploring our menus and discovering the many tastes of the island. And you haven’t tasted our food, you haven’t truly experienced Puerto Rico. As we say in Puerto Rico, ¡buen provecho!
National Traditions Holidays: The most outstanding celebration is the Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián, which is held in January all over Old San Juan but mainly on San Sebastián Street. The festival began as a celebration by a local priest to commemorate the life of Saint Sebastian, a martyr who died in the name of Christianity. Residents of Old San Juan wanted to bring back the event. They would decorate their balconies, religious processions would take place on the streets, and local artists would exhibit their paintings or sculptures, creating an impromptu street market. Some 40 years later, these practices remain intact, with one small difference. What was once a small crowd of residents has now become a national event attended by tens of thousands of revelers each year.
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Regional drinks: Coffee growing has a rich history on the island; the volcanic soil and moist climate of Puerto Rico’s mountainous interior make for perfect coffee-growing conditions, and its growing artisanal industry produces some of the finest coffee in the world. We’re also the only rum-producing country to enforce a strict minimum-aging law for every one of our rums, and that makes our rum exceptionally smooth. And, of course, we’re the birthplace of the most famous rum cocktail in the world: the piña colada.
Advantages:
Puerto Rico brings you the best of the Caribbean: over 270 miles of white-sand beaches, balmy temperatures throughout the year (we never get into the triple digits), tropical flavors and rhythms, and of course, plenty of rum! But did you know that, even among its fellow Caribbean islands, Puerto Rico stands out? Take a closer look at what makes our island special… even by Caribbean standards.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
LEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Full Country Membership Association: Puerto Rico Dental Student Society (PRDSS) Address: PRDSS, School of Dental Medicine Medical Sciences Campus – University of Puerto Rico PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067 Registration date at IADS: August 2013 Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 190
Name: David Díaz Rubayo
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: San Juan, PR, School of Dental Medicine
Estimated cost of exchange: approximately $600.00 $700.00 • accommodation: $350.00 per week, $50.00 per night, if scheduled by the NEO • public transport: $1.50 per day – Train from the scheduled accommodation • food: $25.00 per day • spare time costs: $40.00 by night out, most places don’t have cover charge Insurance deposit system requirements: If accommodation is made by the NEO Insurance policy requirements: Please contact NEO for this information Sponsorship possibilities: None available Remarks: Clinical dress code: Scrubs and shoes – all white and clean – name tag, long hair in an up-do, no scarfs, clean shaved.
Best period for exchange: 3rd week of January, 2nd week of February, 4th week of April Exchange duration: 1 week Language requirements: English or Spanish Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: Please contact NEO for Application Form Deadline for confirmation: 1 months before date Type of exchange: Unilateral Number accepted per year: 2-3 per period Clinical work possibilities: Assist in clinical procedures and laboratory workshops Social program: Will be scheduled by the NEO
Address: Calderon de la Barca W4-7 San Juan, PR, 00926 University/School: School of Dental Medicine – University of Puerto Rico – Medical Sciences Campus
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IADS Exchange Program
Jordan About the country:
Country Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy Location: Middle east, northwest of Saudi Arabia , between Palestine (to the west) and Iraq Population: 6,5 Million Language: Arabic , English is spoken by the Majority of educated individuals Religions: Islam , Christianity Capital City: Amman Time Zone: UTC/GMT +3
National Traditions Holidays: National Holidays: May 25th (Independance Day) , May 1st (Labour Day) Islamic Holidays: Islamic New Year, Eid Al-Feter , Eid AlAdha , Prophet Mohammed Birthday Other Holiday: January 1st (new Year’s Day) , December 25 (christmas).
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Food & Drinks Jordanian Cousin “Mansaf”. Various Restaurants provide All kinds of food; Arabian, Asian , Italian , Fast food.
Things that you can see only in Jordan: 1-Petra City (Rose City) – One of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Built by the Nabataeans around 300 B.C., the ancient city of Petra currently consists of over 800 individual temples, tombs and monuments. 2-Dead Sea – the lowest point on earth and most saline sea. 3-Aqaba - famous for its marine wildlife. It has the world’s northernmost coral reef ecosystem. An average water temperature of 23° Celsius. 4-Wadi Rum – Also known as The Valley of the Moon, cut into the sandstone and granite rock in southern Jordan. Popular activities in the desert environment include camping under the stars, riding Arab horses, hiking and rock-climbing among the massive rock formations. 5-Madaba City – Best known for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, Madaba is home to the famous 6th century Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. With two million pieces of vividly coloured local stone, it depicts hills and valleys, villages and towns as far as the Nile Delta. 6-Mount Nebo: one of the most revered holy sites of Jordan and the place where Moses was buried. A small Byzantine church was built there by early Christians, which has been expanded into a vast complex. 7- Dana Nature Reserve – the largest nature reserve in Jordan, covering over 300 square kilometers and all four different biogeographical zones of the Kingdom.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
NEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Full Country Membership Association: Jordanian Association of Dental Students JADS Address: Amman - Jordan , Queen Rania AL-AbdaAllah St, JU/FOD Facebook Page: facebook.com/Jadstudents Contacts: - Osama Afaneh – JADS President JADSpresident@gmail.com +962 79 598 0659 Registration date at IADS: March 2013 Number of Dental schools: 2 - University of Jordan – JU - Jordanian University of Science and Technology – JUST
Name: Zaid Khoury
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated cost of exchange:
Available cities/universities: University of Jordan Best period for exchange: July to September Exchange duration: 1 month Language requirements: English or Arabic Deadline for applications: 2 months prior to exchange period Form of application required: IADS Application Form with photo Deadline for confirmation: 1 month Type of exchange: Unilateral Number accepted per year: Variable Clinical work possibilities: Depends on the arrangement with the universities or private clinics Social program: Program will depend on the prefrences of participating student and time of the year.
•accommodation: 200 JD •public transport: (Housing will be walking distance from University) •food: 10 JD/Day •pocket money: 200 JD/ Month
Mob: +962 77 755 9241 University/School: University of Jordan
Insurance deposit system requirements: (50 JD according to accomidation) Sponsorship possibilities: No Remarks: -Student should have International Health Insurance. -Costs and expenses are eligible to change according to circumstances in the country but will be clarified to
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IADS Exchange Program
Mexico About the country: Country: Mexico Location: North America Population: 117,409,830 Language: Spanish Capital city: Mexico city Exchange city: Torreón, Coahuila. Climate: Mexico is a country teeming with a variety of climates. The mountains, plateaus, and coastal lowlands produce climates that range from tropical to desert. Torreon is desert* Currency: Peso mexicano Learn more: www.visitmexico.com
National Traditions Holidays: January: 1st-New Year, February: 5th-Constitution day, 19th-Army’s day, 24th-Flag day, March: 18thAnniversary of the Oil Expropriation, 21st-Benito Juarez´s birthdayMay: 1st-Labor day,5th-“Fifth of May”, June: 1st-Marine´s day, September:13th-Heroic Cadets ‘day, 16th-Independence day, October: 12th-Colombus day, November: 20th-Revolution day December: 1st-Change of Federal Government (every 6 years), 25th-Chrismas, 31st-New Year’s Eve
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Food & Drinks Drinks: Tequila, Mezcal and beer. Food: Tortilla, tacos, guacamole, nachos, mole, ceviche, tamales, beans and fruits.
Advantages: Mexico’s history is all over the country, you can visit the ruins of Mayan cities and walk among the stone pyramids that once housed some of Mexico’s earliest residents and also the most modern buildings in the world. Mexico is one colorful country, typical houses are painted with bright tones, people proudly drive shiny cars, Mexican restaurants and cafes display different colors in their walls, tables, chairs, table cloths… everywhere! Mexican cuisine is rich in flavors, textures, meaty, spicy and colors too! In general, Mexicans are welcoming, smiley and make you feel at home. They are always ready to help you and make a joke about anything. Also this country offer you many different and beautiful views and weather (jungle, mountains, beach, desert, etc)
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
LEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Local School Membership Association: Consejo Estudiantil Perla Negra Address: Registration date at IADS: 2012
Name: Leticia Thompson
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila, Campus Torreón Best period for exchange: All year Exchange duration: 2 weeks Language requirements: Spanish or English Deadline for applications: Two months before exchange Form of application required: - IADS application form with photo - Paper which accredit you as student of your school with stamp (scanned and send by e-mail to LEO), present the original when you arrived to school. - Scanof your passport Deadline for confirmation: Two weeks after application Type of exchange: unilateral or bilateral Clinical work possibilities: observing, assisting and work. Social program: Mexican night and Tours around the city
University/School: Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila Address: Av. Juarez Sin Numero esquina Calle 17, Torreón, Coahuila, Mexico. 27,000
• Accommodation + food + local transportation: $500USD • Party + tours: depends the season Remarks: Don’t forget to bring your clinical clothes, if you want you can buy the Faculty uniform, it coast 50USD (pants, jacket and t-shit)
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Montenegro About the country: Location: Montenegro is located in Southeastern Europe Population: 625.000 Language: Montenegrin Capital city: Podgorica Climate: Mediterranean Currency: Euro Learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montenegro
National Traditions Holidays:
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1 January – New Year’s Day 7 January . Orthodox Christmas 1 May - Labor Day 21 May – Independace Day 13 July – Statehood Day
Food & Drinks Food & Drink: Njeguška pršuta i sir, kačamak, Vranac vines, Rakija…
Advantages: Montenegro, the pearl of the Mediterranean, unique in many ways, is situated in the south of the Adriatic. Nowhere else can you find, so much natural wealth, beauty, mild beaches, clear lakes, fast rivers, and gorgeous mountains in such a compact area as in Montenegro. In the morning you can wake up along the beautiful Adriatic coast, have lunch on the banks of Skadar Lake, and enjoy an evening walk in the Montenegrin mountains. Montenegro can not leave you indifferent. Not only an excellent choice for holidays, Montenegro has many other remarkable characteristics: history, culture, tradition, good weather conditions, clean air, beautiful nature, the blue Adriatic Sea.... Everyone should visit Montenegro. This little country combines features of both the Balkans and the Mediterranean, near Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Italy and Albania. Despite its small size, Montenegro offers great diversity and abundant natural beauty. That is why people usually call Montenegro ‘’Land of the wild beauty’’.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
NEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Full Country Membership Association: MoDSA Montenegro Address: Krusevac BB, Podgorica Registration date at IADS: September 2013 Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 105
Name: Ivana Glomazić
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: Podgorica
• accommodation: 15 Euros per day • public transport: 17 Euros per month • food: 5 Euros per day • pocket money: it depends • spare time costs:
Best period for exchange: July and August Exam periods: February and June Exchange duration: 2-4 weeks Language requirements: English or Montenegrin Deadline for applications: 1 month in advance Form of application required: Yes Deadline for confirmation: 15 days in advance Type of exchange: Unilateral Number accepted per year: do not know yet Clinical work possibilities: observing and assisting Social program: yes
Address: Krusevac bb, Podgorica University/School: Medical University of Montenegro
Insurance policy requirements: Yes Sponsorship possibilities: Yes Remarks: * no girlfriend, no boyfriend, no family accompanying on clerkship. * no pets *students are fully responsible for their own acts or possible injuries of themselves or others during boarding in Montenegro.
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IADS Exchange Program
North Cyprus (Cyprus) About the country: Location: The third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. 65 km south of Turkey, 100 km. west of Syria and 370 km. north of Egypt. Population: Approx 300,000. Language: Turkish. English widely spoken and understood. Capital city: Nicosia Climate: Cyprus has an intense Mediterranean climate. Hot dry summers from mid-May to mid-September and rainy, rather changeable, winters from November to mid-March are separated by short autumn and spring seasons of rapid change in weather conditions.
National Traditions Holidays: January 1 -New Year’s eve April 23 – National Sovereignty day and Children’s Festival •May 1 – Labour Day •May 19 – Youth and Sports Day •July 20, November 15-National Holidays •Religious Holidays – Ramadan and Sacrifice Feasts
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Food & Drinks • FOOD: Due to its strategic position in the midst of the Mediterranean on trade routes between Europe, Asia and North Africa many civilisations have conquered this island and all have left their traces in the foods which are still eaten today. The basis for a traditional meal in North Cyprus are the small hot and cold dishes known as meze followed by freshly-caught fish or succulent kebabs. Specialities to look out for include seftali kebab, a type of local sausage, made from lamb; hellim, halloumi cheese, traditionally made from sheep’s or goats’ milk and usually served grilled; and pilavuna, a savoury bread made from cheese, egg, milk and raisins. • DRINK: Food in North Cyprus is typically followed by the traditional Turkish coffee served with a Turkish delight known as lokum. Lemonades made from fresh lemons grown locally are very popular.
Advantages: North Cyprus is a modern and safe country. Being an island it is full of beautiful beaches. Scuba diving, para-gliding and surfing are the most popular activities. There are lots of historical sites to visit from the Roman, Byzantine, Lusignan, Venetian, Ottoman and British periods. You can enjoy excellent Turkish cuisine and many fish restaurants.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
LEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Full Local Membership Association: Northern Cyprus Association of Dental Students (NCADS) Address: Near East University, Faculty of Dentistry, Nicosia, North Cyprus. Registration date at IADS: 27.03.2013 Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 500 Registration date at IADS: 27.03.2013
Name: Cengiz Hakan ERTURGUT
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: Near East University Best period for exchange: During Summer Holidays (Especially in July and August) Exam periods: November-January/April-June Exchange duration: 4 weeks (If you want you can stay for sightseeing) Language requirements: English (If its possible Turkish) Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: Only Personal and Contact Information For Emergency Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: Unilateral Number accepted per year: 12 Clinical work possibilities: Just observing during 9.00am to 13.00pm at weekdays Social program: Organized by NEO,NSO(IADS Delegate) and NCADS’s Members¨
Estimated cost of exchange:
Address: Near East University, Faculty of Dentistry, Nicosia, North Cyprus. University/School: Near East University
•Accommodation: €15 per night per person for double bedroom (student dorms,includes breakfast also) • Public transport: If you want to travel to other cities you must pay €5 for bus or you must rent a car for €30 per day (renting is generally for two days) •Pocket Money: €15-20 per day. Typical cost of lunch or dinner is €10-20. Insurance policy requirements: Yes Sponsorship possibilities: Non Remarks: Non
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Saudi Arabia About the country: Location: It is bordered by Jordan and Iraq to the north, Kuwait to the northeast, Qatar, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates to the east, Oman to the southeast, Yemen in the south, the Red Sea to the west and Persian Gulf to the east Population: 29,195,895 Language: Arabic Capital city: Ryadh Climate: Temperatures in Saudi Arabia are different in each part of the country. Saudi Arabia has a dry climate with high temperatures in most of the country. Particularly in the central area and the north, the temperatures can be very high. The south has moderate temperatures, which can go as low as 10 C (50 F) during the summer in the mountains of Sarawat in Asir. During the winter, the temperatures are moderate in general, but turning cold at night sometimes descending below freezing specially in mountainous areas of the west and along the northern border.
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IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
NEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Full County Membership Association: Saudi Arabian Dental Students’ Activities Unit Address: College of Dentistry, Qassim University Registration date at IADS: March 2013 Number of Dental schools: 24 Number of students: 400
Name: Omar Al-Abood Address: College of Dentistry, Qassim University University/School: Qassim University
Exchange Program General Info Available cities/universities: Qassim University in Buraydah
Academic level of exchange student : Last 2 years of college & Interns
Best period for exchange: February, August and September Exchange duration: 2 Weeks Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 2 Month in advance Form of application required: Yes with NEO Stamp Deadline for confirmation: 1 month before arrival Type of exchange: Unilateral/Bilateral Number accepted per year: 30 Clinical work possibilities: Observation & assisting
- College orientation program - Attending Saudi dental students scientific meeting (Those who apply for February) - Attending lectures and workshops - Participation in PBL sessions - Possibility of clinical work under supervision including obserÂŹvation and assistance - Social program - Sponsorship possibilities: Possible
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Chile About the country: Location: South America Population: 16.634.603 (2012, Census) Language: Spanish Capital city: Santiago Currency: CLP - Chilean peso Learn more: www.gob.cl
National Traditions Typical Dance: The cueca. Typical traditions: The Rodeo, The Comet, The Top, The Emboque Holidays: summer holidays are January and February. Winter holidays are in July and August. National holidays: 18 and 19 of September Food & Drink: Humitas, beans, curanto, etc.
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Advantages: 1. The standard of living is the highest in South America 2. The crime rate is the lowest in South America 3. Chile has one of the most stable economies in the world during the last 30 years. 4. Low cost of living. 5. Country with the lowest rate of corruption in the world. 6. Financial system stability. Well developed banking infrastructure. 7. During global crisis of 2008, the Chilean economy showed its stability with minimal loss weight rate, stable situation in the stock market and preserving the purchasing power of the Chilean. 8. Modern technology and communications infrastructure. 10. For decades Chile lies within the 10 countries with best investment environment. 11. Several regions of Chile are considered the best places in the world ecology. 12. Variety of climatic zones. 13. In the report on the Best Cities for Doing Business in Latin America.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
LEO Contact Details
Type of membership: Local membership Association: Scientific Association of Dental Students – University Austral of Chile Address: Rudloff #1640, Valdivia, Region de Los Ríos, Chile, South America. Registration date at IADS: 2013 Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 200 Registration date at IADS: September, 2013
Name: Nicolás Cohn Inostroza
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: Universidad Austral de Chile Best period for exchange: March - December Exchange duration: 2 -4 weeks Language requirements: Spanish /English Type of exchange: unilateral/bilateral Clinical work possibilities: Work in progess.. Social program: YES
Work in progress
Address: Bueras #1090, Valdivia, Chile University/School: Austral of Chile
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Slovakia Exchange Program General Info
NEO Contact Details
Availible cities/universities: Pavol Jozef Safarik University (Kosice) University of Jan Komensky (Bratislava)
Name: Anna Koskova
Best period for exchange: October (may be discussed) Exams period: 6 weeks in January – February, 6 weeks in June – July Exchange duration: 1 week (may be discussed) Language requirements: English or Slovak/Czech Deadline for applications: minimum of 6 weeks before exchange Form of application required: Motivation letter
Mob: +421 911 044 834 Address: Trieda SNP 1, 040 01, Kosice School: University of Pavol Jozef Safarik, Kosice, Slovakia
Deadline for confirmation: minimum of 4 weeks before exchange All information will be given when contacting NEO. Please, feel free to ask anything you are interested in (about Slovakia/exchange)!
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REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAIWAN)
Full Name of Country: Republic of China (Taiwan, R.O.C) Population: about 23 million Capital: Taipei Official Language: Mandarin (Chinese) Religion: multi-religion Major cities: Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (NTD/TWD), 1 USD = 29.46 TWD GMT zone: GMT+8 Climate: The climate on the island is generally marine and varies widely by season in the Northern part and the mountain areas. The South, however, belongs to the tropical belt and is warm and humid all year. From May to June it’s rainy season, with almost daily showers. From July to October typhoons are most likely to strike, on average about four direct hits per year. In the northern part of Taiwan, cloudiness is persistent and extensive during the year; in the south, however, the rainy days are always in the summertime, and 90% of the annual precipitation falls during this period. Find more at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taiwan
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Atractions: - People with full energy and hospitality - Freedom of speech are prevalence - Multiple combination of cultures - Modern and traditional scenes, such as Taipei 101 mall, or sun-moon-lake - Petite country land with huge development - Paradise of shopping, and entertainment - Colorful night life(pub.ktv) - Night market - Cheap and delicious food - One of Taiwan’s greatest attractions is the National Palace Museum.
IADS Exchange myMagazine Program Dental Shool Information Number of dental schools: 7 Length of BDS curriculum: 6 years Length of MDS curriculum: 2-3 years
Exchange Programme General Info Available cities/universities: National Defense Medical Center (Taipei)
Name of schools and their city of location:
Best period for exchange: During summer holidays (especially in July in August)
- National Taiwan University (Taipei)
Exchange duration: 2–4 weeks
- Taipei Medical University (Taipei)
Language requirements: English, Mandarin (Chinese)
- National Yang-Ming University (Taipei) - National Defense Medical Center (Taipei) - China Medical University (Taichung) - Chung Shan Medical University (Taichung) - Kaohsiung Medical University (Kaohsiung) Teahing language: Mandarin (Chinese), English
Type of exchange: unilateral and bilateral Bilateral contracts: YES Social program: organized by NEO and TDSA (Taiwan dental Students association)
NEO Contact Details: Name: Che-hao Ting Contact Number: +886 975-176068 Belonging School: Chun Shang Medical University
A pagoda in Peace Park in Taipei, Taiwan
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Denmark About the country:
Food & Drinks
Location: At the northernmost tip of mainland Europe Population: 5.6 million Language: Danish Capital city: Copenhagen Climate: Temperate, with lots of wind, changing weather and generally cool temperatures Average minimum temperature in January: -1 °C Average maximum temperature in July: 21 °C Currency: Danish Krone (EUR 1 = 7,5 DKK) Learn more: www.denmark.dk, www.visitdenmark.dk, www.visitcopenhagen.dk
Open sandwich (Smørrebrød), Danish pastry (Wienerbrød), Buttermilk with crackers (Koldskål med kammerjunkere), Danish hotdog, Red fruit jelly with cream (Rødgrød med fløde)
National Traditions
Advantages:
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Beautiful and humble people, free-spirited way of thinking, lots of new architecture mixed with old historical and creative city parts, Scandinavian fashion and design, great food, atmosphere and friendly people.
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January 1: New Years’ Day March, April: Easter May 1: 1. may (Labour day) June 23: Saint Hans’ evening (Sankthansaften) First weekend of June: Distortion First week of July: Roskilde Festival October: Autumn holidays (Efterårsferie) December 24, 25, 26.: Christmas December 31.: New Years’ Eve
What oil is to Texas, beer is to Denmark. Something like 440 million litres of Danish beer are exported annually – or three quarters of a billion pints. So you should definitely not leave the country withouth having tried Carlsberg or Tuborg beer. The favoured spirits are either snaps, which is potato-based and a concoction called Gammel Dansk(Old Danish). Usually they are drunk for Christmas lunch or Easter lunch. Next to beer, young Danes also like to get drunk on liquorice schnapps and alkopops.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
NEO Contact Details
Type of membership: full country membership Association: IU – Internationalt Udvalg (or DADS - Danish Association of Dental Students) Address: Københavns Tandlægeskole, Odontologisk Forening, Att: Internationalt Udvalg, Nørre Alle 20, 2200 København N, Denmark
Name: Nete Olsen or Signe Stenkilde Address: : Københavns Tandlægeskole, Odontologisk Forening, Att: Internationalt Udvalg, Nørre Alle 20, 2200 København N, Denmark University/School: Royal School of Dentistry, University of Copenhagen
Contact: iucph@hotmail.dk Registration date at IADS: since the beginning - founders Number of Dental schools: 2 (Copenhagen and Aarhus) Number of students: 450 students in Copenhagen
Exchange Program General Info Available cities/universities: Royal School of Dentistry (Copenhagen) Best period for exchange: • Copenhagen: March, April, May, October, November Exchange duration: 1-1½ weeks (possible to stay longer for sightseeing) Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: IADS Application Form with photo Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: unilateral Number accepted per year: Maximum 12 (6 each semester) Clinical work possibilities: observing, assisting Social program: Social Night with Danish Dental Students
Estimated Cost of Exchange Estimated cost of exchange: • accommodation: Between 150 DKK and 335 DKK per night per person (Hostel) • public transport: 290 DKK per week per person • food: lunch costs about 60-200 DKK in café or restaurant, 25-50 DKK in student canteen bread 30 DKK, milk 7 DKK, Cola (2l) 20 DKK, Beer 15 DKK • pocket money: 150 DKK per day • spare time costs: cinema 90 DKK, disco 0-120 DKK Insurance deposit system requirements: No Insurance deposit requirements (The exchangee will cover all costs of exchange) Insurance policy requirements: N/A Sponsorship possibilities: None Very Important: Clinical dress code: Trousers, T-shirt and shoes – all white and clean – name tag, long hair in an up-do, no scarfs, nail polish, no jewelry.
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TURKEY
About the country Location: situated in middle east Population: 70.000.000 Language: Turkish Capital city: Ankara Climate: : Surrounded by high mountains and open seas, Turkey is a cornucopia of natural wonders. Apart from that, Turkey is noted for its climatic diversity ranging from the Mediterranean to oceanic to continental climates. The northern regions of Turkey have an oceanic climate whereas the southern areas are affected by a temperate Mediterranean climate. The continental climate reigning in the internal regions makes one experience four seasons in one day. Currency: Turkish lira Learn more: www.turkiye.com National Traditions Holidays: ramasan –kurban holiday and because of being religious holidays and depending on moon calendar, these holadays every year changes Food: döner, kebab, ottoman foods Sweets: baklava, gullac, sekerpare Drinks: Turkish rakı, serbet
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Advantages Wonderful hospitality, wonderful views, lots of historical places to visit and lots of touristic places; Country: surrounded by 3 seas: the Black Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Agean Sea.
IADS Member Info: Type of membership: Full Country Member Association: TURKDENTSIC Registration date at IADS: 2 May 1992 Telephone: 00903124359394 Website: tdb.org.tr Number of Dental schools: 37 Number of students: 10,000
IADS Exchange myMagazine Program Exchange Program General Info Availible cities/universities: Istanbul: Istanbul University, Marmara University, Yeditepe University, Bezm-I Alem University Ankara: Gazi University Zonguldak: Bülent Ecevit University Best period for exchange: October to December, March to May, July, August Exchange duration: 2 weeks Language requirements: English or Turkish Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: IADS Application Form with photo and NEO Stamp Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: bilateral/unilateral Number incomings accepted per year: 10 Clinical work possibilities:Observing and assisting in clinics Social program: Organized by NEO and Local Dental Students Association Members
Estimated Cost of Exchange • accommodation: students’ should book themselves, however staying at another student’s house can be arrangeable • public transport: 0.50 Euro per ride • food: 15 Euro per day • pocket money: 10-15 Euro per day • spare time costs: Museum tickets are 5-7 Euro, nightout costs 20-30 Euro depends on the place
NEO Contact Details: Name: Gorkem Sengun University/School: Istanbul University
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Slovenia About the country: Location: Central Europe Population: 2.040.788 Language: Slovene Capital city: Ljubljana Climate: three distinct climate types: Mediterranean, Continental and Alpine Currency: € (Euro) Learn more: http://www.slovenia.info/?lng=2, http:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slovenia
National Traditions Holidays: * 1, 2 January (New Year) * 8 Febraury (Prešeren Day, the Slovenian Cultural Holiday) * 27 Aprila (Day of Uprising Against Occupation) * 1, 2 May ( Labour day) * 15 August (Assumption day) * 31 October (Reformation day) * 1 November (All Saints) * 25 December (Christmas) * 26 December (Independence and Unity Day)
Food & Drinks Food: štruklji, chesse, jota Sweets: potica, prekmurska gibanica (over-Muramoving cake) Drinks: cviček, refošk, teran, merlot, (wine) Other: landscape, folkmusic, dance Advantages:
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* well-english-speaking people * safety cities * seaside, mountains, vineyards, forest, caves, lakes
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info
NEO Contact Details
Type of membership: country Association: Sidsic (društvo študentov dentalne medicine) Address: Kersnikova 4, 1000 Ljubljana Website: www.sidsic.com Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 400
Name: Moni Ferran
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: Ljubljana Best period for exchange: October – June Exams period: 15 of January – 15 of February, June, September Exchange duration: 1 week Language requirements: Slovenian / English Deadline for applications: at least 1 month in advance Form of application required: original paper with school or NEO stamp sent via email Deadline for confirmation: at least three weeks Type of exchange: unilateral Number incomings accepted per year: no limits Clinical work possibilities: observing, assistance Insurance deposit system requirements: not yet
* accommodation: 100€ * food: 8-10€ * pocket money: 15€ per day * spare time costs: cinema 5€ , disco 1-5€ In case you decide to come on students exchange to Ljubljana, we will try to show you how Slovenian students live, study and have fun, We will take you to our clinic to see how it looks like and what do the students do there, what the practice looks like… As you know Slovenia is full of natural beauties….old cities, mountains, rivers, vineyards, seaside, forests….. all there waiting for you to discover them! So…. When are you com-
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Russian Federation About the country:
National Traditions
Location: In the north of the Eurasian continent, East and East Europe Population: 143,5 million Language: official language – Russian, 27 others co-official in various regions. Capital city: Moscow Climate: continental climate, the average yearly temperature of nearly all of European Russia is below freezing. September – October: +15; November – December: -10; January – February: -20; March – April: +5; May – June: +25; July – August: +20. Currency: Russian ruble Learn more: Russia is the biggest country in the world, that’s why its climate is different in every part of Russia. It has a lot of nationalities and religions. You can also pay by your cards at most places in Russia, but it’s better to have some cash also. It is a federal semi-presidential republic, comprising 83 federal subjects. Russia shares borders with the following countries (from northwest to southeast): Norway, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland (both via Kaliningrad Oblast), Belarus, Ukraine, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, China, Mongolia, and North Korea. It also has maritime borders with Japan (by the Sea of Okhotsk) and the United States (by the Bering Strait).
Holidays: 1-10 of January – New Year, Christmas, 23 of February – Defender of the Fatherland Day, 8 of March – International Women’s Day, 12 of April – Day of Cosmonautics, 20 of April – Easter, National Donor Day in Russia, 1 of May – Labor Day, 1 of May – Victory Day, 1 of June – Children’s Day, 12 of June - Russia day, 16 of May - Day of Medical Worker, 27 of June - Russian Youth Day, 1 of September - Day of Knowledge, 25 of January – Student Day
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Food & Drinks: Vodka, soup, meat dumplings (pelmeni), cabbage soup (shchi), porridge, pancakes, jam, kvass, mead, baking, honey-cake Advantages Dear friends! Our great and friendly team is eager to welcome you in our beautiful country. We are proud to open the doors of our universities to our foreign colleagues and friends. Our team has more than 4 years experience in organization of exchanges for dental students. And it is a real honor for us to have you interested in our country, education, culture! Our great local organizing committees will do their best to organize an unforgettable period for you! We promise you to have a lot of fun together! Coming to us – you are never alone, we will take a good care of your activities and social programme!
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info Type of membership: full country membership Association: Russian Association of Dental Students and Young Dentists (ADSYD) Website: www.rams-web.ru Social networks: FB https://www.facebook.com/groups/ RADSYD/ Registration date at IADS: 1st of September 2013 Number of Dental schools: we have members from 49 dental from all around Russia (we are the only dental students association which collaborates with the main dental school of Russia- Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry)
Exchange Program General Info
Availible cities/universities: Moscow, Saint-Petersburg, Nizhnii Novgorod, Perm’, Samara, Chelyabinsk, Ufa, Kirov, Izhevsk, Arkhangelsk, Omsk, Voronezh, Ekaterinburg, Orenburg, Saratov, Barnaul, Khabarovsk, Vologda, Kazan, Orenburg, Barnaul, Chelyabinsk, Ufa, Rostov-na-Donu, Penza, Ulyanovsk, Dimitrovgrad, Stupino. Best period for exchange: We can accept all year long. The periods are different in every city, detailed information will be given to the NEO. We prefer to accept small groups of students for 2-4 weeks. Exchange duration: to 4 weeks Deadline for applications: : 3 months in advance. Be aware: most nationalities require to have a Russian visa to entry the country. We will assist you with the invitation for a visa. Form of application required: IADS AF, Letter of Statement , Passport copy Deadline for confirmation: 2 months in advance
Type of exchange: Unilateral or Bilateral Bilateral contracts: are welcome Number incomings accepted per year: unlimited Clinical work possibilities: You may assist at surgeries, in clinics, also treatment of patients is possible. Social program: the social programme is just great! It is organized by Local Committees!
NEO Contact Details Name: Saba Khurtsilava
University/School: Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry
Estimated Cost of Exchange • accommodation: at some universities the dorms are provided (which might be free in case of bilateral exchanges). Otherwise you may be hosted by the students family or advised to book a room at a hostel or a dorm, which might cost approximately up to 30$ per night. • public transport: 1$ per 1 ride in Moscow, 40$ per 60 rides. • food: to 25$ per 1 day (3 meals a day) • pocket money: up to 15$ per day • spare time costs: cinema 5euro, disco 7-12euro, cocacola 0.75euro per 50 cl, beer 2euro per liter, pizza – 5-8euro, sushi - 5euro, vodka – 5euro (for the very good one). Insurance deposit system requirements: at some universities they may ask you to pay the deposit of 100 euro upon arrival. Insurance policy requirements: you should have for the whole period of exchange. Sponsorship possibilities: we have a partner ,which is a charity organization. For the first time in 2013-14 we will be able to offer you an opportunity for scholarships. All applications will be considered automatically for it. We are looking forward to receive your applications through your NEO!!!
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Russian Federation
About the country:
Location: Russia is a state in northern Eurasia. It is a federal semi-presidential republic, comprising 83 federal subjects. Russia shares borders with the following countries (from northwest to southeast): Norway, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland (both via Kaliningrad Oblast), Belarus, Ukraine, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, the People’s Republic of China, Mongolia, and North Korea. It also has maritime borders with Japan (by the Sea of Okhotsk) and the United States (by the Bering Strait). Population: 141 927 296 (2010 est.) Language: Russian official throughout the country; 27 others co-official in various regions. Capital city: Moscow Ethnic groups: Ethnic groups: Russians 79.8%, Tatars 3.8%, Ukrainians 2%, Bashkirs 1.2%, Chuvash 1.1%, Chechen 0.9%, Armenians 0.8%, other 10.4% Currency: Ruble (RUB) Time zone: Summer: UTC+2 to +11
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National Traditions
Holidays: - The New Year - Fatherland Day (23 February) - International Women’s Day (8 March) - International Workers’ Day (1 May) - Victory Day - Maslenitsa - Tatiana Day - Cosmonautics Day - Ivan Kupala Day
Food & Drinks Russian cuisine widely uses fish, poultry, mushrooms, berries, and honey. Crops of rye, wheat, barley, and millet provide the ingredients for various breads, pancakes and cereals, as well as for kvass, beer, medovuha and vodka drinks. Black bread is rather popular in Russia, compared to the rest of the world. Flavourful soups and stews include shchi, borsch, ukha, solyanka and okroshka. Smetana (a heavy sour cream) is often added to soups and salads.Pirozhki, blini and syrniki are native types of pancakes. Chicken Kiev, pelmeni and shashlyk are popular meat dishes, the last two being of Tatar and Caucasus origin respectively. Other meat dishes include stuffed cabbage rolls (golubtsy) usually filled with meat. Salads include Olivier salad,Vinaigrette and Dressed herring.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Country Member Info Type of membership: full country membership Association: National Medical Students’ State (HCCM) Address:Moscow, 2-nd Roshinskaya street, 5-403 Website: http://star-ssmv.ru/ Registration date at IADS: 2007 Number of Dental schools: 42
Exchange Program General Info Availible cities/universities: Moscow, Orenburg, Riazan’, Ekaterinburg, Cheboksary, Kazan’, Perm’, Izhevsk, Stavropol’, Kursk, Volgograd and others Best period for exchange: from May till September (also other months are possible, we can decide it individually) Exchange duration: up to 4 weeks Language requirements: English
Deadline for applications: we need your documents 3 months before your arrival to prepare and send the IL for your VISA to Russia. Students from almost all countries need visa to enter Russia. We don’t make ILs by ourselves. They are composed by Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It takes 1 month to make IL!!! Form of application required: Regular paper signed or stamped by the NEO and scanned to be emailed. 2 copies of passport and the name of the city which you will apply for your visa. Passport must be valid at least 1,5 years after the last day of suppositional clerkship. Deadline for confirmation: 2 months in advance
Type of exchange: Unilateral or Bilateral Bilateral contracts: are welcome Number incomings accepted per year: unlimited Clinical work possibilities: Clinical practice is possible as well as observing and assisting, it will depend on your enthusiasm!!! Social program: organized by LEO, NEO
NEO Contact Details Name: Nataliya Kozlova University/School: The Chuvash State University named after I.N. Ulyanov
Estimated Cost of Exchange * accommodation: 50 euro per 1 week (free of charge on bilateral exchange) * pocket money: about 10 euro per day (in some LCs lunch is provided) * spare time costs: cinema 5 euro, disco 7-12 euro, cocacola 0.75 euro per 50 cl, beer 1.5-2 euro per liter, pizza – 5-8 euro, sushi- 5 euro, vodka – 5 euro (for the very good one). Insurance deposit system requirements: yes (for the whole period of exchange), we will check on arrival. Insurance policy requirements: yes. On arrival you have to pay 150 euro. You will get your money back when you’ll leave ( if you won’t break anything (of course) Remarks: Accommodation at student’s dormitory, hosting family or hotels (depends on the city) To get the information about the other exact city, please, contact NEO Russia.
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SERBIA
About the country Location: Serbia is located in Central and Southeastern Europe Population: around 7.5 million Language: Serbian Capital city: Belgrade Climate: Climate varies between a continental climate in the north, and a more Adriatic climate in the south .The average annual temperature is around 10.0 C. Temperature in summer is between 25 C and 37 C, and during the winter is between -10 C and 5 C. Currency: Serbian Dinar (RSD) Learn more: www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serbia National Traditions Holidays: - 1st and 2nd January New Year’s day - 7th January Orthodox Christmas - 15th February – Statehood day - 1st and 2nd May – Labour day Food:Kiflice, Sarma, Gibanica, Roštilj, Punjene Paprike, Podvarak, Gulas, etc. Drinks: Rakija (Schnapps), Vine, Beer, etc.
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Advantages A peaceful nation and its great hospitality, can be an advantage over other countries. There are so many things to be seen, such as confluence of Sava and Dunav rivers in Belgrade, the Petrovaradian fortress in Novi Sad, the Celekula Fortress in Nis, etc. You can spend your free time in various clubs and caffes, as Serbian people are known for splendid use of leisure time!
IADS Member Info: Type of membership: school membership Association: Dentistry Students’ Club Telephone: + 381 21 420 677 Website: ou can found us on facebook (Klub Studenta Stomatologije ) Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 500
IADS Exchange myMagazine Program Exchange Program General Info Estimated Cost of Exchange Availible cities/universities: Novi Sad / Medical Faculty Novi Sad, Department of Dentistry Best period for exchange: August and September Exchange duration: 2-4 weeks Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 1 month in advance Form of application required: yes Deadline for confirmation: 15 days in advance Type of exchange: unilateral Bilateral contracts: no Number incomings accepted per year: 12 Clinical work possibilities: observing and assisting Social program: if required
* accommodation: 15 euro per night per person for double bedroom (students dorms) * food: starting from 500 DINAR per day (cca. 5 euros) * pocket money: unlimited amounts * spare time costs: cinema 350 rsd, disco entrance 200 rsd Insurance deposit system requirements: no Insurance policy requirements: no Sponsorship possibilities: no Remarks: no
NEO Contact Details: Name: Salić Marko Mob: +381628929179 University/School: Faculty of Medicine in Novi Sad
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Romania About the country: Location: South-East of Europe Population: over 22 milions Language: Romanian Capital city: Bucharest Climate: May through September are Bucharest’s warmest months (June, July, and August being the height of the Bucharest summer), though May and September may have some chilly days. In addition, spring and autumn tend to be wet. Winters are cold, with temperatures below freezing. Currency: leu (1leu=100 bani) Learn more: www.aboutromania.com
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National Traditions Holidays: * January 1, 2 New Year’s Day * April/May Easter The official holiday is the Orthodox Easter * May 1 Labor Day International Labor Day * December 1 National holiday (Union Day) * December 25/26 Christmas Food: Romania has had influence from both invaders and neighbors where it’s traditional cuisine is concerned. Romania’s traditional food sees touches of Turkish, Hungarian, Austrian, and other cuisines, but over the years, these dishes have become just as traditional as the oldest Romanian traditional foods.Some main local dishes are: * sarmale – minced meat, rice, onions and spices are mixed and then rolled into grape or cabbage leaves * mititei (mici) – grilled, longish and spiced meatballs usually made from beef meat or mixed beef and mutton meat * mamaliga (polenta) – made out of yellow maize cooked in boiling water with salt; when cold, it can be cut into slices just like bread; usually served hot mixed with cheese and eggs * tochitura Moldavian stew with fried egg and grated cheese served with polenta * ciorba – the Romanian sour soup is prepared by poultry meat and vegetables
IADS Exchange Program Drinks: Palinca is the strongest of drinks, containing 60% pure alcohol. Then comes ţuica, usually made of plums but lately produced in other flavours as well, with 40% pure alcohol. Many Romanians living in rural arease produce these two drinks by themselves at home. Wine is next, Romania is a big wine producer and some of the best wineries are Murfatlar, Cotnari, Bohotin, Jidvei. Beer in Romania is cheap. The most important local brand is Ursus, but you can find many international brands. Sweets: * cozonac – cake prepared during Christmas or Easter; it’s a cake, bread shaped with different fillings depending on the baker (raisins, nuts, cocoa, etc.) * papanasi - pancakes with sweet cheese, cream and comfitures * clatite - pancakes filled with cheese, chocolate or jam
Advantages: Bucharest is located in the southeastern part of Romania. Just like many Eastern European capital cities, Bucharest was built on the banks of a river – the Dambovita. Bucharest has been the capital of Romania since the 19th century.Now it is a modern and jouyfull city, where you can visited a lot of interesting sites and also have a lot of fun. Fans of museums will enjoy Bucharest as there is many to choose from. On the other hand, if you want to go straight to the big attractions, you can visit the Parliament Palace – the 2nd largest administrative building in the world after the Pentagon, the Univeraity Square or the Metropolitan Church. There are also a lot of clubs for each kind of music and they are opened until 5 or 6 in the morning! Everybody is very kind and there are a lot of beautiful girls.:) Bucharest is a great starting point from which to explore the rest of the country. Away from the buzz of the city, you will find a different side of Romania – life in the countryside moves more slowly, the air is crisp and hospitality abounds. At 120km from Bucharest you’ll find many mountain resorts, where you can go skiing in the winter and climbing in the summer. There are also two wellknowed castles: Peles and Pelisor.
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Exchange Program General Info Availible cities/universities: Faculty of Dentistry, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, Bucharest Best period for exchange: October-December, MarchMay Exams period: January-February, June-July Exchange duration: 1-2 weeks Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: IADS Application with NEO Signature and School stamp Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: Unilateral/Bilateral Number incomings accepted per year: 5/per country Clinical work possibilities: Depends on students’ expertise Social program: Organized by LEO
Estimated Cost of Exchange * accommodation: 100 euro/month * food: 15 €/day * pocket money: 10 €/day * spare time costs: cinema 4 €, disco 5-10 €
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IADS Member Info - Bucharest Type of membership: School Member: UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Romania Faculty of Dentistry Association: The League of Students in Dental Medicine Bucharest Address: Calea Plevnei, nr 19, etaj 4, sector 1, Bucuresti Romania Website: www.lsmdb.ro Contact: contact@lsmdb.ro Registration date at IADS: 2nd of March 2008 Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 400
LEO Contact Details Name: Cristina Manole
IADS Member Info - Iasi
Exchange Program General Info
Iasi: known as The Cultural Capital of Romania is the second most populous city and a municipality in Romania. Located in the historical Moldavia region, Iaşi has traditionally been one of the leading centres of Romanian social, cultural, academic and artistic life. The city was the capital of Romania from 1916 to 1918. Still referred to as The Moldavian Capital, Iasi is the seat of Iasi County and the main economic centre of the Romanian region of Moldavia.
Number of days: 7 to 14 days Period: November, April, August Students: 2 to 8 Accomodation: students hostels (free) Costs: Public Transport: ~ 1,5 €/ day (24h ticket) Food & drinks: ~ 10 €/day
The Dental Medicine Faculty of Iasi was created in 1945 as a department of the Medicine Faculty under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Nicolae Dutescu, being at that time the first faculty of this profile from the country. Since 1965 it functions as an independent faculty with 6-years full-time courses. After 1989 and especially since 1992 our faculty has been going through a continuous developing process, increasing the number of the staff and of the students and modernizing the specialized clinics endowing them with a modern material basis in accordance with the exigencies of the third millennium.
LEO Contact Details Denis Herscu Local Exchange Officer
The Faculty of Dental Medicine from Iasi, combining harmoniously the tradition, symbol of the fundamental and the stability, with the newest demands of the European exigencies, opens warmly its gates for those who are interested in Dental Medicine’s academic environment.
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IADS Member Info - Craiova
Type of membership: Local Association: The Society of Dental Students Craiova( SocietateaStudentilorStomatologiCraiova) Adress: Romania, Dolj, Craiova, PetruRares4 Contact: alexcretu1991@yahoo.com Registration date at IADS: 2009 Number of students: 200
Exchange Program General Info Best period for exchange: during the university year from October 1st–December 20thand from March 1stuntil June 1st, as well as during the summer holiday starting on July 15thuntil October 1st. Exams period: January 1st-February 15th; June 1st– July 15th; Exchange duration: 2-4 weeks Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: May 1stconcerning summer holidays exchanges and 2 months in advance for the rest of them. Form of application required: original paper with school of NEO stamp via email Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: Bilateral
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LEO Contact Details Name: Dasoveanu Patricia
“ Dear NEOs and LEOs, The Faculty of Dental Medicine of UMF Craiova(Romania) has a history in preparing well-rounded students with good abilities in terms of their Dental education. We would have the pleasure to present you the Society of Dental Students Craiova “brand” through establishing durable and fruitful exchange partnerships in the name of our intellectual values. We frankly encourage the establishment of bilateral partnerships. “
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IADS Member Info - Timisoara
Exchange Program General Info
Type of membership: School Membership: UMF “ Victor Babes” Timisoara, Romania, Faculty of Dentistry Association: Timisoara Dental Students Association Address: P-ta Eftimie Murgu 2, 1900 Timisoara, Romania Website: www.tdsa.ro Contact: contact@tdsa.ro Registration date at IADS: 21st of March 2011
Best period for exchange: during the university year from September 17th–December 20th and from March 1st until May 20th.
LEO contact details:
Name: Giacomo Armani Address: Timisoara, Linistei 63, 300288 University/School: UMF “Victor Babes”, Timisoara, Faculty of Dentistry
Estimated cost of exchange:
Available cities/universities: University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Victor Babes”, Timisoara, Romania Exams period: January-February, June- July;
Exchange duration: 2-4 weeks;
Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: IADS Application with NEO Stamp Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance
Type of exchange: unilateral
- accommodation: we can arrange for some of you free accommodation but the number depends on the period of your arrival. If not it can go up to 20euros/night in some guest houses or hostels. - food: around 10-20 euros/day - pocket money: around 10-15 euros/day - spare time costs: cinema 5 euros , disco/party depends on the night usually the entrance is free. Insurance deposit system requirements: 100 euros should be transferred to the Association’s account before exchange, the whole amount of money will be given back at arrival in LEI, which saves the exchange student the trouble of changing money at arrival
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POLAND
About the country Location: central Europe Population: over 30mln Language: polish Capital city: Warsaw Climate: continental; average temperature is about 7°C (45°F); temperatures in Warsaw range, on average, from –6° to –1°C in January and from 13° to 26°C in July; weather is really changeable Currency: zloty (PLN) Learn more: www.poland.pl, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Poland National Traditions Holidays: 1st May, 3rd May (Anniversary of First Constitution), 11th November (Day of Independence), 1st January (New Year), Easter and Easter Monday, 25th December (Christmas), 26th December (Boxing Day), 1st November (All Saints Day) Food: pierogi, bigos, oscypek, schabowy, placki ziemniaczane Sweets krówki, delicje, ptasie mleczko, sękacz Drinks: hot beer (grzaniec), vodka – Żubrówka, Wyborowa
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Advantages great hospitality with lots of places to visit and various landscapes all around the country: Baltic Sea, Mazury Lakes, Tatra Mountains, Bieszczady, winter capital: Zakopane, beautiful old cities like Cracow, Wroclaw, Gdansk, Poznan, Lublin
IADS Member Info: Type of membership: country Association: PTSS – Polskie Towarzystwo Studentów Stomatologii; Polish Association of Dental Students\ Telephone: 0048 61 854 71 07 Website: www.ptss.pl Contact: ptss@ptss.pl Registration date at IADS: 2001 Number of Dental schools: 10 Number of students: 500
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Availible cities/universities: Szczecin, Poznań, Lublin, Warsaw, Cracow, Zabrze, Gdańsk, Białystok, Wrocław, Łódź
* accommodation: from 15-30 pln per night * food: lunch costs about 10-20 pln in restaurant, 5-10pln in student bar * pocket money: 30 pln per day * spare time costs: cinema 15 pln, disco 5-10 pln
Best period for exchange: 1st January – 14th February; 1st – 30th June Exchange duration: 2-4 weeks Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance; concerning exchanges during summer holidays deadline for applications is 1st of May each year Form of application required: original paper with school or NEO stamp sent via e-mail; e-applications only before acceptance Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: unilateral and bilateral Bilateral contracts: Hungary, Turkey Number incomings accepted per year: depends on each school and LEO as well as arrangements with other NEOs Clinical work possibilities: only observing, assisting Social program: organized by LEO
Insurance deposit system requirements: no Insurance policy requirements: yes (ISIC or EURO<26 cards are ok) Sponsorship possibilities: sometimes sponsored entrance fees for sightseeing and accommodation for free on bilateral exchange Remarks: accommodation in dormitories available only with advance payment with statement concerning exchange period
NEO Contact Details: Name: Magdalena Wilczak Address: Student Dorms “Karolek” ul. Rokietnicka 5 room 2.21 , 60-806 Poznań Poznan University of Medical Sciendes, Poznań, Poland
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MALTA About the country:
Location: Europe, heart of the Mediterranean Sea just south of Italy Population: approx. 400,000 Capital: Valletta Language: Maltese and English are both official languages Climate: Generally nice and warm. Temperature averaging 30oC in summer and 14oC in winter Currency: Euro Learn more: http://www.visitmalta.com National Traditions Holidays: 1st January – New Year’s Day, 10th February – St. Paul’s Shipwreck, 19th March – St. Joseph, 31st March – Freedom Day March/April (date changes) – Good Friday, 1st May Labour Day, 7th June Sette Giugno, 29th June – St Peter and St Paul (L-Imnarja), 15th August The Assumption (Santa Marija), 8th September Our Lady of Victories, 21st September – Independence Day, 8th December – Immaculate Conception, 13th December Republic Day, 25th December – Christmas Day Food: Mediterranean cuisine, typical Maltese cheese and peacakes, Maltese rabbit Drinks: Kinnie and Cisk Beer
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Advantages Malta is a modern and safe European country. English is an official language together with Maltese, however Italian is also known. There is always something to do in Malta as it practically never sleeps! Night clubs are open till 4am and the drinking age is that of 17. There are some beautiful picturesque beaches around the Maltese Islands. During your stay in Malta, island hopping is a possibility and can be done at extremely cheap prices. Malta is also a country rich in history, in fact 7000 years of it! Our Island boasts a brand new general hospital called Mater Dei which opened early 2008 and thus our dental surgery department is brand new and state-of-the art. The whole of the hospital is fully air-conditioned, we use a digital x-ray system over a network, all our dental units have fibre optics and each dental surgery student has his/her own unit as is shown in the photo below.
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Full Name: MADS – Malta Association of Dental Students Web Page: www.madsonline.org Category of membership: country Number of Dental Schools: 1 Number of Students: 37 students
Accommodation: Contact our NEO’s for full assistance on accommodation Food: Typically €5-7 per meal in a restaurant Spare time costs: cinema: approx 2- 7 Euros , disco: usually free Insurance policy requirements: Better safe than sorry Sponsorship possibilities: None
Exchange Program General Info
For full details do not hesitate to contact our NEOs: neo@madsonline.org
Cities/Universities: University of Malta Best Period for Exchange: July-September Deadline for Application:2 months in advance Clinical work possibilities: Observation and assistance Exams period: January, May-June Language required: English, Italian Type of exchange: Unilateral
For Countries outside the European Union it is necessary to check whether a visa is required to before visiting our country. Please refer to the following website for the latest updates in visa requirements http://www. mfa.gov.mt
NEO Contact Details:
Name: Thomas Pace Moore, Clifford Camilleri Social program: Shopping, Beaches, BBQs, Cinema, Bowling, Diving, Sightseeing, Sports, Paintball game, Museums, Institution: University of Malta Crafts Village
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MOLDOVA About the country
Location: Moldova is located in South - Eastern part of Europe Population: 3,560,430 Area: 33,700 sq km Language: Romanian Capital city: Chisinau Climate: Continental Currency: Leu (MDL) Learn more: http://www.moldova.md
Advantages: Moldova means history, folk music and art, truly beautiful nature: Codri, monasteries and fortresses National Traditions of Stefan cel Mare, the famous national Ivancea and Taul Holidays: parks as well as the natural reservation with the church January 1st New Year’s Day, December 25th Christmas, Feb- in a cave from Orheiul Vechi. Moldova is also known as ruary 24th Dragobete (Valentine’s Day), March 8th Women’s a sunny country because we have more than 200 sunny Day, Easter, August 27th Independence Day, August 31st days per year. You will be amazed by the hospitality of Language Day. the moldovian people and by the heartful moldovian Food: traditions. Mamaliga - a corn porridge with delicious taste; it is usually IADS Member Info: served with roast, cheese, sour cream etc. Type of membership: Full Country Member Friptura – roast with garlic and onion. Association: Dental Student Association Moldova Sarmale – a combination of rice and meat wrapped in vine (ASSM) leaves. Address: mun. Chisinau, Toma Ciorba 42, MDPlacinte – pies filled with cheese and dill, sour cherries etc. 2004,Moldova Zeama – a chicken soup with vegetables and homemade Website: www.usmf.md noodles. Number of Dental schools: 1 Drinks: Wine, cognac, homemade juice etc Number of students: 1347
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Available cities/universities: Chisinau (capital city), State University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Nicolae Testemitanu” of the Republic of Moldova Exams period: From 10 to 30 of January, and from 10 to 30 of June Exchange duration: 1 week Language requirements: English, Romanian, Russian Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: original paper with school or NEO stamp sent via e-mail; e-application only before acceptance Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: unilateral and bilateral Bilateral contracts: YES Number incomings accepted per year: 5 Social program: organized by NEO
Approximate cost per day after arrangement might be provided for free Pocket money : 70 – 100 Euro for 1 week Food will cost from 5 to 10 Euros per day Insurance policy requirements: yes Remarks: During Exchange students will stay in State Medical University’s Hostels which are great accommodated Possibility for pre-clinical and clinical visit NEO Contact Details: Name: Iuhtimovschi Eugen Address: Moldova, Ialoveni city, 33 Codru Street University/School: Faculty of Stomatology, State University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Nicolae Testemitanu” of the Republic of Moldova
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ITALY
About the country Location: The beautiful peninsula situated in the south of Europe Population: 50.000.000 Language: Italian Capital city: Rome Climate: Temperate Currency: Euro Learn more: www.aisoweb.org Food: pizza, mozzarella, pasta and more Sweets: pastiera, babĂ , cannoli, cassata and more
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IADS Member Info: Type of membership: full country membership Association: AISO Italian association of dental students Address: Naples, Italy, Orazio street 92â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Telephone: 0039 081 660207 Website: www.aisoweb.org Contact: Mirko Basciani Number of students: 820
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Available cities/universities: (Ancona, Perugia, Chieti, Milano) Best period for exchange: September, October – April May Exchange duration: 2 – 4 weeks Language requirements: English, Italian Deadline for applications: yes Form of application required: 2 week Deadline for confirmation: 2 week Type of exchange: bilateral/unilateral Bilateral contracts: yes Number incomings accepted per year: 10 Clinical work possibilities: yes Social program: organized by NEO or AISO
Testimated cost of exchange – 350 euro for 2 week. Bilateral, unilateral exchange - accommodation: 200 Euro - spare time costs: cinema 7 Euro, disco 7 – 15 Euro
NEO Contact Details: Name: Victor Palumbo University/School: University of Foggia
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TUNISIA
About the country Location: the northernmost country in Africa. bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Algeria and Libya Population: 10.732.900 (2012 estimate) Capital city: Tunis Language: Arabic (official), English and French widely understood by educated classes Climate: temperate in north with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers; desert in south Currency: Tunisian Dinar (TND)
Food: Mediterranean cuisine, • Couscous (ground semolina served with meat, fish or vegetable sauce). • Harissa (chilli paste). • Salade Mechouia (roasted vegetable salad). National Traditions • Tajine (a kind of spiced quiche, served cold – no relation Holidays: January 14th (Revolution and Youth),March 20st to the Moroccan dish of the same name). (Independence Day), March 21st (Youth Day), April 9th (Mar- • Brik au thon (a deep-fried filled pastry, usually compristyrs’ Day), May 1st (Labour Day), July 25th (Republic Day), ing tuna, egg, onions, capers and parsley, deep-fried in August 13th (Women’s Day). an envelope of pastry) -Movable Holidays: Mouled(Prophet’s Anniversary), • Lablebi (Chickpea Soup) Eid al-Fitr (End Of Ramadan), Eid al-Idha (Feast of the Sweets: Various seasonal typical sweets and Twistees Sacrifice),Hegire (Islamic New Year). Drinks: tea (usually served with fresh mint leaves and -Other Holidays: Second half of December(Fall break), Sec- pine nuts in some regions), beer,boukha, lagmi (sweet ond half of march (Spring break), Summer holidays . liquid extracted from date palms)
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IADS Exchange myMagazine Program Advantages: Tunisia is a country that is full of beautiful beaches. For the tourists who like to spend their vacation near beaches, Tunisia is heaven. 810 miles if Tunisian coast is covered by beaches. Best known beaches of Tunisia are Monastir, Sousse, Djerba, Hammamet , Kelibia and Tabarka. Surfing, sailing, family water sport activities and wind surfing are the various Thing to do while one is staying in Tunisia. Monastir is a city on the central coast of Tunisia, in the Sahel area, (20 km south of Sousse and 162 km south of Tunis). Traditionally a fishing port, Monastir is now a major tourist resort. Its population is 41,400. Our hospital is located in the University Of Monastir which is 1km away from the beach. It currently has 8 departments
IADS Member Info
• Full Name: TADS – Tunisian Association of Dental StudentsWeb • Category of membership: country • Number of Dental Schools: 1 • Number of Students: 900 students
NEO Info :
General Exchange Information
• Cities/Universities: University of Monastir • Best Period for Exchange: July, August, September Name: Kamel Ben Tekaya • Deadline for Application: 45 days Institution: University of Monastir • Clinical work possibilities: Observation and assistance Exchange duration: two or four weeks • Exams period: January, May-June • Language required: French , English or Arabic Form of application required: Application Form and motivation letter Accomodation in the Esplanade Hotel and meals ( lunch only) are included for 150 euros the two weeks. The social programs are not included ( a cruse to the beautiful island of Kuriat(Monastir), a weekend in south of Tunisia, visiting Tunis, parties… )
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Indonesia About the country:
IADS Member Info
Population: 2 8.868.79 Capital: Jakarta Language: Bahasa Indonesia Main Religions: Islam, Christian, Budda, Hindu Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) Form of Government: Republic Indonesia
Type of membership: Full National Member Association: Persatuan Senat Mahasiswa Kedokteran Gigi Indonesia Tel.: (0274)387656 Psw. 8. Faximile : (0274)387646 , (0274)387646 Website: www.umy.ac.id Registration date at IADS: March 2013 Number of Dental schools: 26
National Traditions Holidays: - Holiday : Independent day, Moslem holidays, Christian holidays, Buddish holiday, hindu holiday, any nationalhood holidays - Food: Sate padang, Gudeg, Gado-Gado, Soto, Bubur pedas, Empek-empek palembang, plenty - Drink: herbal Drinks, Es Rujak , es Campur, Wedang, plenty Season: rainy season and dry season, the range of temperatures during dry season is about 30-37 Celcius
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Advantages: Student will experience how dentist work in Indonesia and all cultural exchange. There are some voluntary works available in some periods, so the student will also experience both to educate and treat the community. The main feedback is the student can enhance their clinical skill after the internship program.
IADS Exchange Program
Exchange Program General Info
INTERNATIONAL DENTAL SUMMER SCHOOL 2014
• Cities/Universities: Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta • Best Period for Exchange: June-July (International Dental Summer School) Exchange Duration: 2-3 weeks • Deadline for Application:2 months in advance • Number of students : 25 - 30 • Language required: English
International Dental Summer School is a 5th cohort of captivating summer school that organized by Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta. This Program has combined two main major activity Educational and Social program. IDSS will be held for five times in the reason of sharing knowledge and experience in dental voluntary project. Instead of studying in a class for most of the time, we prefer to do lecture at the beginning and straight to the field to practice. Public Health Care in Indonesia will have introduced and follow with practical skill to enhance the performance of student to do a Voluntary work
Deadline for confirmation: 3 days after application Type of exchange: unilateral Clinical work possibilities: 2-5 hours in clinic Social program: city tour and tourism objects visits Estimated cost of exchange: • accommodation: 10€ /night for student hotel or free for dormitory • public transport: 10-15 € /week • food: 2-5 € / day • pocket money: depends on which type of traveler the students is • spare time costs: depends on which type of traveler the students is
NEO Contact Details Name: Fauziah Karimah (+6285643613166) University/School: Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta. Indonesia Address: Jl. D. Ronggowarsito no. 34 Jetis Caturharjo Sleman, Yogyakarta
Period : August 2014 Participants : : Minimal year : 3rd Year, clinical students, internship students and Young Dentist ( maximal year of graduation 2012) Activities: Educational program, non Educational program, and Voluntary works Educational Program: Lectures, Tutorial Discussion, Skills lab Activity, Clinical Visits, Plenary Discussion, Voluntary Work Non Educational (Social Program) :City tour ( Malioboro, Taman Sari “Water Palace”, Sultan Palace, Vredenburg Fort), Prambanan temple, Borobudur temple, Ramayana Ballet, Rafting, Camping, Outbond, International Night Fee: 400€ includes 18 days stay at the Hotel, Breakfast, Educational Transportation, Program Application Period : December 2013 – june 2014 Yuniar Tri Wahyuti, BDS (+6285643834983) Wika Adriani ( +6285642154005) Email Address : idssofficial@gmail.com Facebook Page : International Dental Summer School
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INDIA
About the country
Location: Located in southern asia Population: 1.15 billion Language: Hindi, English Capital city: New Delhi Climate: Continental Currency: Rupees Learn more: www.india.com Holidays: Holi, Diwali Food: Rice, Chapatti, Shahi paneer, Rajma Sweets: Gulabjamun Drinks: Lassi, Juices of fruits Advantages: - Highest number of god fearing people - Multi ethnic - Multi cultural - Lots of places to visit
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IADS Member Info: Types of membership: Country Association: Dental students welfare association of India Address: Flat no. 318, 6th floor, A block, DDA. HIG Multi storey flats, Sector: 18-B DWARKA, New Delhi Pin: 110075 Telephone: +919179561111 Website: www.dswai.in Contact: dswai@ymail.com Registration date at iads: 26/01/2010 Number of dental students: 300
IADS Exchange myMagazine Program Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
AAvailable cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata , Banglore , Chennai, Bhopal Best period for exchange: from august to December Exams period: march to may Exchange duration: 1-2 weeks Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 2 months before Form of application required: IADS application With NEO stamp and school stamp deadline for confirmation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 month in advance type of exchange: unilateral/bilateral Number accepting per year: no limit Clinical work possibility: under our expert supervision social organized (organized by LEO)
Estimated cost for exchange: vary state to state Insurance deposit system Requirement: not yet Sponsorship possibilities: not yet NEO Contact Details: Name: Jatin Aneja Address: New Delhi University/school: hd dental colege
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Hungary About the country: Location: Central Europe Population: 9,960,000 Language: Hungarian Capital city: Budapest Climate: continental Currency: Hungarian Forint (HUF) – 1 EUR = 260-280 HUF Learn more: www.hungary.com
National Traditions
IADS Member Info Type of membership: full country membership Association: Hungarian Association of Dental Students – HADS (Magyar Fogorvostanhallgatók Egyesülete – MFHE) Address: 1089 Budapest, Nagyvárad tér 4., Hungary Telephone: Website: mfhe.hu Contact: mfhe.neo@gmail.com, Registration date at IADS: decades ago ;) Number of Dental schools: 4 Number of students: 600
Holidays: - Holiday : December 31- January 1.: New Year’s Eve (Szilveszter) and New Year’s Day (Újév), Carnival Season – Farsang, March 15: 1848 Revolution Day – 1848-as Forradalom és Szabadságharc, Easter Sunday and Monday – Húsvét, May I: Labor Day – A munka ünnepe, Early June: Whit Monday: Whit (Pentecost) Sunday and Mon- Name: Karolina Rado day- Pünkösd vasárnap és hétfő, June 30: Withdrawal of Soviet Troops, August 20: St. Stephen’s Day, October 23: 1956 Uprising Memorial Day, November 1: All Saints’ Day, December 6: Santa Claus (St. Nicholas’) Day, December 24, 25, 26: Christmas
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Exchange Program General Info
Availible cities/universities: Budapest, Szeged, Debrecen
Estimated cost of exchange: accommodation:
Best period for exchange: July-August for 2 week 01.07.-14.07.2013 15.07.-28.07.2013 29.07.-10.08.2013 11.08.-24.08.2013 Or for 4 weeks: 1, 01.07-28.07 or 29.07-24.08
Accommodation: 40-45 euros for one week Public transport: for students from the EU with valid student ID: around 20euros for 30 days, for the other students it is around 40 euros Insurance deposit system requirements: 50 euros payed on the day of arrival, you will get back the money after you clean the room, and return the entrance card and key to the room
Exchange duration: 2 or 4 weeks Language requirements: advanced English or Hungarian Deadline for applications: 1st of May Form of application required:CV and motivation letter, IADS Application Form Deadline for confirmation: 16th of May 2010 for July and August 2010 Type of exchange: unilateral and bilateral Bilateral contracts: possible in case of bilateral interest (we had contracts previously with Turkey and Poland) Number incomings accepted per year: maximum 50 persons during July-August Clinical work possibilities: Observe
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MALAYSIA
About the country Location: Population: Language: Capital city: Climate: perature 30°C Currency: Learn more:
Southeast Asia over 28 million Malay, English Kuala Lumpur tropical, humid climate with average temRinggit Malaysia (RM) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malaysia
National Traditions Holidays: - 1 Jan New Year’s Day. - Chinese New Year. - Mawlid al-Nabi (Birth of Prophet Muhammad). - 1 May Labour Day. - Wesak Day (Birth of Buddha). - 6 Jun King’s Birthday. - 31 Aug Merdeka Day (National Day). - Hari Raya Puasa (End of Ramadan). - Deepavali - Hari Raya Qurban (Feast of the Sacrifice). - Awal Muharram (Islamic New Year). - 25 Dec Christmas.
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Cuisine: nasi lemak, asam laksa, char kuey tiao, rojak, cendol, bak kut teh, satay, cendol, ais kacang, bandung syrup
IADS Member Info: Type of membership: Full Country Membership Association: Malaysian Association of Dental Students Registration date at IADS: 12/8/13 Number of students: 340
IADS Exchange myMagazine Program Exchange Program General Info Availible cities/universities: All 12 dental schools which are in cities like Kuala Lumpur, Kedah, Penang, Kelantan, Malacca, etc. Best period for exchange: 2nd half of the year Exams period: January, March/April, June/July Exchange duration: One week to one month Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: depending on individual school Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: elective exchange Clinical work possibilities: Depending on each Unviersity Social program: Will be organized by each partner school accordingly.
Estimated Cost of Exchange Estimated cost of exchange (based on one month): • accommodation: 700RM • public transport: 150RM • food: 600RM • pocket money: • spare time costs: Remarks: Interested applicants please contact Malaysian Dental Students Association to find out more details about each dental school in Malaysia and exchange programs if any.
NEO Contact Details: Name: Priyantha Pang University/School: University of Malaya
Batu Caves
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GREECE
About the country
Advantages:
Location: Southeastern Europe * Great weather-climate Population: 11,262,000 (2008 by Eurostat) * Picturesque landscape Language: Greek(official), English widely spoken and * Surrounded by sea understood Capital city: Athens Climate: temperate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mediterranean * Unique history and culture * Hospitable and friendly people Currency: Euro (â&#x201A;Ź) Type of membership: Full Country Membership Learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greece country / school Holidays: 1st January, 25th March, Easter, Easter Monday, Association: Hellenic Scientific Association of Dental 1st May, 15th August, 28th October, 25th & 26th Decem- Studens Telephone: +306972014560 ber Food: souvlaki, greek salad, moussaka, feta cheese, olive Website: www.eefoe.gr (under reconstruction) Contact: eefoe.auth@gmail.com oil, various pies Registration date at IADS: 2009 Drinks: local wine, ouzo, Metaxas brandy Number of Dental schools: 2
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IADS Exchange myMagazine Program Exchange Program General Info
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Available cities/universities: Thessaloniki/ Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Periods for exchange: November 20th – December 20th, Ash Monday – Easter holidays (movable dates), After Easter holidays – May 15th Exams period: January 25th – early March, May 25th –July 20th, August 28th – October 10th Exchange duration: 1 week Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Form of application required: original paper with school or NEO stamp sent via email Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: unilateral Bilateral contracts: Number incomings accepted per year: 2 periods per year, 1-6 incoming students per period Clinical work possibilities: observing, assisting Social program: organized by LEO
* accommodation: ≈35€ per night * food: 5 – 20€ * pocket money: ≈20€ per day * spare time costs: cinema: 8€, night club: 10 – 15€ Insurance deposit system requirements: Insurance policy requirements: Sponsorship possibilities: Remarks:
NEO Contact Details: Name: Elpida Samara
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GHANA
Location: On the coast of West Africa, bordered by Cote Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ivoire, Togo and Burkina Faso Population: About 25million people Language: English and about 46 other local languages( Ga, Twi, Ewe, etc) Capital city: Greater Accra Climate: Great weather all year round. Dry season in the With respect to clinical work, come and see most of months of January to May and Rainy season from May to the pathologies you only read about during training. August. Currency: the Ghana Cedi ( 1USD=2.20Gh Cedi) Learn more: Great diversity in flora and fauna, rich evergreen forests and savanna lands, beautiful waterfalls. IADS Member Info National Traditions: Food: Kenkey and fried fish, banku and okro stew, fufu Type of membership: country and light soup, tuo zaafi. Association: University of Ghana Medical Studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association Advantages: wonderful weather all year through, great tourist sites Telephone: 00233-21-678400 Website: www.ugmsa.org to visit( Kakum national park, several waterfalls and caves, game reserves, and colonial forts and prisons). Very Number of dental schools: 2 peaceful country, friendly locals, good food, great nightlife, music and dance( azonto dance).
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IADS Exchange myMagazine Program Exchange Program General Info Available country/ school: Accra, University of Ghana, Dental School Best period for exchange: August October Language requirement: English Form of application: email Exchange duration: 4-5 weeks Type of exchange: Unilateral and bilateral NEO Contact Details: Number of students accepted: 4 Deadline for confirmation: June Deadline for applications: April-May Clinical work possibilities: observing and assisting Social program: Outreach programmes into the local districts with student groups.
Name: Patrick Bannerman-Agbesi Address: University of Ghana Medical Students Association, P. O. Box KB 295, Korle- Bu, Accra University: University of Ghana (Dental School)
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GEORGIA
Location: South Caucasus Region of Eurasia… East Coast of the Black Sea Population: 4.2 million Language: Georgian Capital city: Tbilisi Climate: From Humid Subtropical to Continental Currency: GEL (Georgian Lari; 1 euro=2.492 Lari ; 1 $=1.679Lari ) (31.10.09) Learn more: www.georgia.ge
IADS Member Info
Type of membership: full country membership Association: Georgian Young Dentists’ Society National Traditions: Address: Chavchavadze av.29 Tbilisi Holidays: Orthodox Christmas (7 january) Day of National Telephone: +995 22 232396 Unity(9 april) Easter Sunday (moveable) Independence Website: www.SASS.ge Day(26 may) Saint Mary’s Day(28 august) Saint George’s Contact: +99599232396 Day(23 november) Registration date at IADS: Food: Khachapuri, Khinkali, Mtsvadi Number of students: 200 Sweets: Churchkhela, Tatara, Gozinaki Drinks: Wine (Ojaleshi, Rqatsiteli, Saferavi), Chacha, Other: One of The Most Hospitable Countries in The World
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Estimated Cost of Exchange
Availible cities/universities: Tbilisi - accommodation: 30 lari per day … State Medical University, Tbilisi State - food: 10- lari per day… University, Batumi State University - pocket money: 15 lari per day… - spare time costs: cinema 5-10 lar Best period for exchange: March-July,disco 20-30 lari October-December Exams period: February and July Insurance deposit system requireExchange duration: 10 days , 15 days ments: insured Language requirements: English , Insurance policy requirements: travel Russian insurance is ok Deadline for applications: 2 months Sponsorship possibilities: possible before Remarks: Waiting For You in Sunny Form of application required: IADS and Hospitable Georgia exchage application form Deadline for confirmation: 1month NEO Contact Details: before Type of exchange: unilateral Name: Ketevan Dolidze/ Tato Nibladze Number incomings accepted per year: no limits Clinical work possibilities: observation Social program: included
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Iran About the country: Location: southwestern Asia Population: 77,891,220 Language: Farsi (Persian) Capital city: Tehran Climate: Iran has a continental type of climate, with cold winters and hot summers prevalent across the plateau. Read more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geography_of_ Iran Currency: Rial Learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran
National traditions Holidays: Nowruz (Iranian New Year) - Starts from 21 March Sizdah be dar (Nature Day) Jashn-e-Tirgan (Water Festival) Jashn-e-Sadeh (Fire Festival) Jashn-e-Mehregan (Autumn Festival) Shab-e-Yalda (Winter Feast) Charshanbeh Suri
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Cuisine Rice Breads: Nane Barbari, Nane Sangak, Nane lavash, Nane Taftoon Drinks and Dessert: Carrot Juice, Khakshir Syrup, Doogh, Ice cream float Regional cuisine: Ghorme sabzi, Gheyme, Kebab, Ash, Baghala polo
Advantages:
- Very affordable - Cultural and historical - Hospitable people
IADS Country Member Info Type of membership: Full Local School (Association) Association: Dental Studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Scientific Research Center Address: Dental School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Amirabad St., Tehran, Iran Telephone: +98 21 88507687 Website: http://dentistry.tums.ac.ir Contact: +98 21 88507687 Registration date at IADS: 2012 Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 400
IADS Exchange Program
Exchange Program General Info
NEO Contact Details
Available cities/universities: Tehran/Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Name: Parham Pedram
Exchange duration: 2- 4 weeks
Estimated Cost of Exchange
Address: Dental School, Tehran University of Medical Best period for exchange: 15 sep - 1 jan, 15 feb - 15 march, 1 Sciences, Amirabad St., Tehran, Iran march - 15 jun University/School: Tehran University of Medical Sciences Exams period: January/February, June/July
Language requirements: English Estimated cost of exchange: 1 US$=3500 Rials (Note that this is changeable by time) • accommodation: Student’s dormitories: 300,000 Rials/night/ Form of application required: IADS exchange forms, approval person letter from respective universities, CV Hotel: 1,500,000-10,000,000 Rials per night • public transport: 20,000 – 200,000 Rials for Taxi • food: 60,000-600,000 Rials per meal Deadline for confirmation: 2 month in advance • pocket money: 30,000 Rials • spare time costs: Cinema 10,000 Rials Type of exchange: Bilateral Aqua Park 300,000 Rials
Deadline for applications: 3 months in advance
Number incomings accepted per year: 4 Clinical work possibilities: doing laboratory tests & have some clinical works and observation, participating in workshops Remarks: and classes. Social program: Organized by LEO 1. In Tehran Western clothing and formality is accepted but wearing a hijab is required. Women by law must wear a headscarf in public.
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Finland About the country: Location: situated in the Fennoscandian region of northern Europe Population: Around 5.4 million Language: Finnish and Swedish Capital city: Helsinki Climate: Winters of southern Finland are usually 4 months long and the average temperature of day is below 0 °C. The coldest winter days of southern Finland are usually under −20 °C, and the warmest days of July and early August can be over 30 °C. Summers in the southern Finland lasts 4 months (from the mid of May to mid of September). Winters in north Finland are nearly 7 months long, and snow covers the lands almost 6 months, from October to early may. Summers in the north are quite short, only 2–3 months. The highest temperatures on the warmest summer days of July, are rarely above 20–25 °.
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National Traditions National traditions
Holidays: Epiphany January 6, Easter, May Day May 1, Midsummer day in June, Independence day December 6, Christmas which is the most extensively celebrated holiday: usually at least the 23rd to 26th of December are holidays and the New Year’s Day the 1st of January Food: Potatoe –based foods, fish, game, forest mushrooms and wild berries Sweets: Fazer –chocolate, licorice, salmiac Drinks: Finns prefer Coffee, Koskenkorva – drinks: Koskenkorva – Battery – drink, Koskenkorva – salmiac – drink
IADS Member Info Type of membership: country Association: SHOL (Suomen hammaslääketieteen opiskelijain liitto) Address: Fabianinkatu 9B, 00130 Helsinki, Finland Telephone: Website: www.shol.fi Registration date at IADS: July 2009 Number of Dental schools: 3 (Helsinki, Oulu and Turku) Number of students: around 550
IADS Exchange Program
Exchange Program General Info
Turku
Availible cities/universities: Turku/University of Turku Best period for exchange: September-October, January-May Exams period: December and May Exchange duration: 1 month Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: the 15th of May for autumn exchanges and the 15th of September for spring exchanges Form of application required: by email, pdf Deadline for confirmation: May 2010
* The oldest city in Finland, it was the first capital of Finland from 1809 to 1812 * It is situated on the southwest coast of Finland at the mouth of Aura River * During the year 2011 Turku has been designated to be the European Capital of Culture together with Tallinn * The University of Turku is the second largest university in Finland (18,000 students), founded in 1920 * In Turku there are several theatres, cinemas, and art galleries, and the city’s cultural centre organizes a number of regular events all the time of the year
Type of exchange: unilateral Bilateral contracts: Number incomings accepted per year: 2-3 students Clinical work possibilities: Clinical work is possible in Finland if the student have had clinical works at his/ her school. Social program: The exchangestudents can join all the events organized by the dental students. Estimated cost of exchange: * accommodation: 230€ / month * food: 2,55€/ meal at school * spare time costs: cinema 5-10€, nightclubs 6-10€ +drinks you drink, theatre and gigs 15-30€, sports: gym 5€, tennis 8€, badminton 6€, climbing 3-5€ / 1 time Insurance deposit system requirements: Insurance policy requirements: travel insurance
NEO Contact Details: Name: Annina Salmi University/School: University of Eastern Finland
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Egypt About the country: Location: Northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Libya and the Gaza Strip, and the Red Sea north of Sudan, and includes the Asian Sinai Peninsula Population: 81,713,520 (July 2008 est.) Language: Arabic (official), English and French widely understood by educated classes Capital city: Cairo Climate: Desert; hot, dry summers with moderate winters Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP) Learn more: https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/ the-world-factbook/print/eg.html
IADS Member Info Type of membership: Full Country Membership Association: Dental Students Scientific Association ( DSSA-Egypt ) Telephone: +20122337449 Website: www.dssa-egypt.org Contact: neo@dssa-egypt.org Registration date at IADS: 2006 Number of Dental schools: 10 Number of students: 750
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National Traditions - National Holidays: January 7th ( Coptic Christmas ), April 25th ( Sinai Liberation Day ), May 1st ( Labor Day ), July 23rd ( Revolution Day ), October 6th ( Armed Forces Day ) - Movable Holidays: Sham El Nesseim, Islamic New Year, Ramadan Feast, Sacrifice Feast. - Other Holidays: January 1st ( New Year’s Day ), March 1st ( Sportsmen’s Day ) March 21st ( Mother’s Day ), June 18th ( Evacuation Day ), August 15th ( Flooding of the Nile ), October 21st ( Egyptian Naval Day ), October 24th ( Suez Day / Popular Resistance Day ), December 23rd ( Victory Day ) Food: Ful Mudammas ( Broad beans in sauce ), Koushari ( Lentils, Macaroni, Rice, and Chickpeas ), Gebnah Makleyah ( Over-Fried Cheese ), Molokhiyya ( A Thick Soup Made Of Chopped Molokhiyya Leaves in Chicken Broth ) Sweets: Balava ( Filo Dough, Honey, and Nuts ), Umm Ali ( Raisin Cake Soaked in Milk and Served Hot ), Egyptian Rice Pudding ( Topped with Pistachios ), Bassbousa, Kenafa Drinks: Hot Drinks: Tea with mint, Sahlab ( A thick liquid that tastes like a cross between Ovaltine and Oatmeal ), Kakakoow Bil Laban ( Hot Chocolate ), Karkadeh (a clear, bright red drink made by steeping dried hibiscus flowers, sweetened to taste, and served either hot or cold ). Cold Drinks: Sugar Cane Juice, Carob Juice, Kamar El Din (Thick Aprciot Juice)
IADS Exchange Program
Exchange Program General Info
Estimated cost of the exchange:
Availible cities/universities: Alexandria, Tanta, Menia , Ismaillia
Accommodation: 10-12 Euros per night Pocket money : 5-10 Euros per day Weeksspare time costs: Food : 5-10 euros per day
Best period for exchange: We Accept students whole year Exams period: end of December till end of January and beginning of May till end of June Exchange duration: 2 -4 weeks
Insurance deposit system requirements: not yet Insurance policy requirements: none Sponsorship possibilities: Sometimes there are subsidized entrance fees for sightseeing Remarks: Accommodation for students is at a hotel since we do not have student hostels.
Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 1 month in advance Form of application required: Original AF with NEO and Dean signature Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: Unilateral or Bilateral Bilateral contracts: Possible Number incomings accepted per year: Unlimited Clinical work possibilities: Observation, Clinical work if experienced Social program: Organised by LEO, NEO, or NEO team
NEO Contact Details: Name: Aly Aboushady University: Alexandria University
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Armenia About the country: Location: Armenia located in Southern part of Transcaucaus and Southeastern Europe Population: 3,262,200 Language: Armenian Capital city: Yerevan Climate: The climate ranges from dry subtropical to cold mountain weather. The average temperature in July is +25 째C sometimes it can reach 40 째C and -5 째C in January Currency: Dram (AMD) Learn more: www. welcomeArmenia.com, www.Armenianpages.com,
Advantages Unusual and traditional hospitality. There are thousands of sights in Armenia and each of them is more impressive and memorable than the other. However, anyone who has visited this country will firstly and forever remember the fabulous view of Holy mountain Ararat.There are more than 100 mountain lakes in Armenia. The largest among them is Lake Sevan, situated at an altitude of 1,900 meters about sea level. And of course historical Christian churches.
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National Traditions
-Holidays: 1 January New Year Day, 6 January Christmas, 28 January Army Day, 24 April Genocide Remembrance Day, 9 May Victory and Peace Day, 28 May Republic Day, 5 July Constitution Day, 21 September Independence Day, 7 December Spitak Remembrance Day(earthquake in 1988) Food: Dolma (wrapped in vine, grape leaves), khorovats, Ishxan khorovats (good grilled fish dish), lahmajo, lavash, qufta, Ishli qufta, basturma Garni yarach (Eggplants with meat),spas (soup of matsoun), khash (from cows feet), Harissa, Tjvjik(dish of fried liver and kidneys with onions) Sweets: Sujukh, Gata, lavash(thin sheets of sour fuits puree), Pahlava Drinks: Armenian famous Konyak (cognac) Ararat, Red wine made from grapes, Beers Kotayk and Kilikia, Red wine made from pomegranate, Mulberry Vodka , Jermuk (a brand of mineral water), Than (yoghurt drink) Other: Religion-Christianity (Armenian Apostolic Church), adopted in 301
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Member Info
Estimated cost of the exchange:
Type of membership: Full Country Member Association: Armenian Medical Students’ Parliament Address: Armenia , Yerevan Koryun2 st. Yerevan state Medical University (YSMU) Telephone: +37410580693 Website: www.YSMU.am Contact: info@ysmu.am Registration date at IADS: 3. 9. 2009 Number of Dental schools: 1 Number of students: 743
accommodation pocket money : 150 Euro for 4 weeks spare time costs: cinema 4euro/AMD , disco 5-10 euro/AMD Food : will cost from 4 to 10 Euros per day
Exchange Program General Info Available cities/universities: Yerevan (capital city), Yerevan State medical University after Mkhitar Heratci Best period for exchange: especially during summer holidays from 1st July to 31st August ,but also during school year from 1st Setember to 14th December and from 14th February till 30th June; Exchange duration: 2–4 weeks Language requirements: English, Russian or Armenian Deadline for applications: 2 months in advance Clinical work possibilities: observing, assisting Form of application required: original paper with school or NEO stamp with passport number and photo sent via e-mail;application only before acceptance Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: unilateral and bilateral Bilateral contracts: possible in case of bilateral interest Number incomings accepted per year: Unlimited Social program: organized by NEO and AMSP (Armenian Medical Students’ Parliament)
Insurance policy requirements: yes (in some shops and Restaurants Euro 26 and ISIC)
Remarks: During Exchange students will stay In Yerevan State Medical University’s Hostels which are great accommodated
NEO Contact Details: Name: Inessa Tshagharyan (Djagaryan) Address: Armenia, Yerevan ,Nor Nork the 9th masiv,house14,apt.33 University/School: Yerevan State Medical University after Mkhitar Heratsi
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Czech Republic About the country:
Location: situated in central Europe Population: 10 million Language: Czech Capital city: Prague Climate: continental. Average temperature is about 7 C, in July about 17,5 and in January abou – 1 C in Prague Currency: Česká koruna (Czk) Learn more: www.czech.cz, cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Česko
National Traditions Holidays: January 1: Restoration Day of the Independent Czech State, March, April: Easter, May 1.: Svátek práce (Labour day), May 8.: Den Vítězství (Victory in Europe Day), July 5.: (Saints Cyril and Methodius Day), July 6.: (Jan Hus Day), September 28.: (Czech Statehood Day), October 28.: (Independent Czechoslovak State Day), November 17.: (Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day), December 24, 25, 26.: Christmas
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Food: Roast sirloin with cream sauce, Pork roast with dumplings and sauerkraut (known as “vepřoknedlo-zelo”), Goulash, Roast duck or goose, Potato pancake, Fruit dumpligs Sweets: Czech buns, Pardubice gingerbread, Štramberk ears, Frgál Drinks: The Czech Republic is considered to be a beer superpower, so you should definitely not leave the country without having a swig of beer. Our country can also boast having high quality wines, especially white wines, so when enjoying Czech food, order a Czech wine. Traditional Czech Becherovka is a great digestif. This bittersweet herbal liqueur from the famous spa town of Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), thanks to its curative effects, earned the nickname the “Thirteenth Spring”.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Member Info Type of membership: full country membership Association: SSSCR – Sdruzeni studentu stomatologie Ceske republiky (Czech Dental Students Association) Address: Děkanát LFUK v Plzni, Husova 3, 306 05 Plzeň, Czech Republic Telephone: 00420 773 685 496 Website: www.ssscr.cz Contact: neo.ssscr@gmail.com Number of Dental schools: 5 Number of students: 1200
Exchange Program General Info
Availible cities/universities: Charles University Prague and Pilsen, Masaryk University Brno Best period for exchange: Prague – September Brno – July, August summer holidays from 1st July to 15th September Exchange duration: 2 weeks (possible to stay longer for sightseeing) Language requirements: english Deadline for applications: 3 months in advance Form of application required: IADS Application Form with passport number and photo Deadline for confirmation: 1 month in advance Type of exchange: unilateral Number incomings accepted per year: depends on each school Clinical work possibilities: observing, assisting Social program: organized by LEO
Estimated cost of the exchange: - accommodation: 200-300 Czk per night (Prague), 115-150 Czk per night (Brno) - public transport: Prague 550 CZK (same price 1-4weeks), Brno 265 CZK (same price 1-4 weeks) - food: lunch costs about 80-150 Czk in restaurant, 3060 Czk in student canteen - bread 20 Czk, milk 15 Czk, Cola (2l) 35 Czk, McDonalds chickenburger 30 Czk, Beer 25-90 Czk - pocket money: 200 Czk per day spare time costs: cinema 130-180 Czk, disco 0-150 Czk Insurance policy requirements: yes (ISIC or EURO<26 cards are ok) Remarks: ISIC acceptable, white trousers and T-shirt needed Very important info: Students must have liability insurance and must sign contract between her/him, faculty, clinic and CDSA
NEO Contact Details: Name: Štěpán Jurčík University/School: Masaryk University, Brno
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Sudan About the country:
Location: North Africa part of the middle east bordered from the north by Egypt Population: Over 30 millions Language: Official language is Arabic (English and French are widely spoken), language in clinics and lectures is English Capital city: Khartoum Climate: warm sunny weather throughout the year Currency: Sudanese pound (SDG)
National Traditions Holidays: * January 1st (new year day-independence day), * Islamic new year * El-Fitr feast * sacrifice feast * Christmas Food: You will find all types of internationally-likable foods, as well as very unique Sudanese-special food, such as Qurrassa, Assida, Waika, and a lot more! Drinks: Different types of exotic fruits and herbals are widely used to make plenty of delicious cold drinks and hot teas as well.
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Advantages: - Sudanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charm lies in its people, culture and history and its diversity cultivated by the Nile. it also has various characteristics due to its geographical location. - You may escape freezing winter at your country for a change and a chance to a country of a warm sunny weather throughout the year; even during December, January and/or February. - Amazing Cultural places and rich history of over 4000 years. - Wonderful spirit of Africa, Hospitability, and interesting sightseeing, the only city beholding the 3 Niles. (Beautiful Emergence of THE GREAT NILE by conjugation of Blue Nile and White Nile) - Chance for clinical work and perhaps participation in a voluntary dental field trip - Studying Language is ENGLISH (Clinics & Lectures) rather than a local language.
IADS Exchange Program
IADS Member Info Type of membership: Full Country Member Association: Sudanese Association of Dental Students (SADS) Address: Khartoum ,El-Qasr street , block no. 1 Website: www. dentis.uofk.edu Registration date at IADS: 1974 Number of Dental schools: 3 Number of students: 650
Exchange Program General Info Available cities/universities: Khartoum: University of Khartoum- Faculty of Dentistry Best period for exchange: During the school year from September to December and from February to may Exchange duration: 1 to 3 weeks Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: 1 month in advance Form of application required: IADS application form with NEO Signature. Deadline for confirmation: 2 weeks in advance Type of exchange: unilateral and bilateral Bilateral contracts: YES Number incomings accepted per year: unlimited Social program: organized by NEO Estimated cost of exchange: 300 Euros. for 4 week for Unilateral and free for Bilateral Clinical work possibilities: possible (in addition we may arrange voluntary field projects)
Estimated cost of the exchange: Accommodation: if bilateral free, if unilateral 60-100 Euro per week Food: in a student restaurant 5 SDG/meal. In other restaurants 10-15 SDG/meal Pocket money: 10 Euro per day Spare time: concerts 10 SDG, nile river cruise 20 SDG , other activities like bowling, pool or swimming 10- 20 SDG Insurance deposit system requirements: none Insurance policy requirements: none
NEO Contact Details: Name: Abdullah salah Mohamed elamin Address: Khartoum, University of Khartoum- Faculty of Dentistry (Home address: Khartoum north, Kafori, block 6 house no.444) University/School: Faculty of Dentistry, University of Khartoum
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Bulgaria About the country: Population: approximately 8 million people Language: Bulgarian Capital City: Sofia Climate: The country has a dense network of about 540 rivers, most of them — with the notable exception of the Danube — short and with low water-levels.[53] Most rivers flow through mountainous areas. The longest river located solely in Bulgarian territory, the Iskar, has a length of 368 km (229 mi). Other major rivers include the Struma and the Maritsa River in the south. Bulgaria overall has a temperate climate, with cold winters and hot summers. The barrier effect of the Balkan Mountains has some influence on climate throughout the country - northern Bulgaria experiences lower temperatures and receives more rain than the southern lowlands. Currency: Bulgarian lev (BGN); 1Euro=2BGN European Union Membership: 1 January 2007 Learn more: http://www.bulgariatravel.org/
National Traditions Holidays: 1 January – New Year’s Day 3 March – National Holiday /Bulgaria’s Liberation from the Ottoman Empire/ 1 May – Labour and International Worker’s Solidarity Day 6 May – Gergyovden (St. George’s Day), and the Bulgarian Army’s Day 24 May - Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavic Script Day 6 September - Unification Day 22 September – Independence Day 1 November – Day of the Bulgarian Enlighteners (Holiday for all educational institutions) 24 December - Christmas Eve 25, 26 December - Christmas Days Easter Holidays– 4 days /Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday and Monday/ according to the Orthodox calendar of the year Food: White Cheese or Sirene, Yoghurt, Tarator, Shopska salad, Moussaka, Stuffed peppers, Banitsa Drinks: wine, rakia, beer, boza, ayran
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IADS Member Info Type of membership: Local (School) Membership Association: Bulgarian Dental Student Association (BgDSA) Българска Дентална Студентска Асоциация (БДСА) Telephone: +359 884 84 78 34, NEO Website: http://bgdsa.com/ Registration date at IADS: 19 July 2010 Number of Dental Schools: 1 Number of Students: 800
Exchange Program General Info Available cities/universities: Sofia, Faculty of Dental Medicine Best period for exchange: variable Exchange duration: 1-2 weeks Language requirements: English Deadline for applications: Form of application required: Form, signed by the NEO with a School stamp; Copy of Passport or ID card of the exchange student Deadline for confirmation: Obligatory: information for the arrival date and place as late as 5 days before arrival! Type of exchange: unilateral and bilateral Number incomings accepted per year: variable Clinical work possibilities: Observing; Assisting; Working in Technical Laboratories (both Prosthetics and Orthodontics), Attending Maxillofacial operations. Social program: Social program is ensured by the NEO team and it includes sightseeing, student parties, interesting traditional program and others.
Estimated cost of the exchange: -Accommodation: -Food: A bread costs about 1 BGN Fast food costs about 2 – 10 BGN A coffee costs 0,5-2 BGN Eating in a pub costs about 10-15 BGN Eating in the faculty’s restaurant costs about 6-10 BGN (1 EUR=2 BGN) -Pocket money: Public transport costs 4 BGN per day unlimited traveling or 1 BGN per single tour. Unlimited amount of money spent on souvenirs, shopping and party time -Spare time costs: Cinema – about 10 BGN Entrance at a disco – 5 – 10 BGN Remarks: If there are students that can offer accommodation for the exchange students at the certain period, both unilateral and bilateral exchanges can be carried out with no hostel taxes. Please, do not forget to take with you your white overall for the clinic work NEO Contact Details: Name: Deniz Alperov Ahmedov University/School: Faculty of Dental Medicine, Medical University – Sofia
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PALESTINE
NEO: RABEE TOMEH
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EL SALVADOR
NEO: EMAIL ADDRESS: -
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GERMANY
NEO: EMAIL ADDRESS:
KUWAIT
NEO: MARYAM ARAB
The following countries will submit their exchange program information for the next edition/update of the IADS Exchange Program Booklet.
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MONGOLIA
NEO: EMAIL ADDRESS:
MACEDONIA
NEO: EMAIL ADDRESS:
SPAIN NEO: DAVID CREGO PEREIRA
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KAZAKHSTAN
NEO: YANA SADYKOVA
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SLOVAKIA JAMAICA NEO: ANKA KOŠKOVA
LEO: KELVIN BIRD EMAIL ADDRESS: ANKA.KOSKOVA@GMAIL. COM
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ROMANIA, SIBIU LEO: FLAVIA JOARZA
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