Distance Learning Course
“Sexual and Reproductive Health Research Course 2017“
When: May-November 2017 (7 months)
Deadline for receipt of applications: April 15, 2017.
Organized by: Geneva Foundation for Medical Education and Research, UNDP/UNFPA/WHO/World Bank Special Programme for Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction, Department of Reproductive Health and Research; Family and Community Health Cluster (WHO/RHR) and OMPHI – Oxford Maternal & Perinatal Health Institute with the support of the Republic and Canton of Geneva.
In order to apply, you need to submit the completed application form and send the required enclosures:
- Curriculum vitae, including sections on: your current and previous positions; responsibilities in research, teaching and clinical work; the institution in which you work; and a list of publications (if available).
- A certified copy of the diploma in medicine and any additional diplomas.
- A letter of motivation stating clearly your interests and reasons for applying to the Course (1 A 4 page maximum).
- Two letters of reference, preferably one form your current employer.
- If possible, please submit the following document: an introduction by your Head of Department stating your role and future involvement in your country’s National Reproductive Health Programme.
All application documents should be sent electronically (application-2017@gfmer.org) including the copies of diplomas, copy of attestation of English language proficiency and letters of reference.
More information is available in the course brochure.


