Programa de mobilidade acadêmica internacional em enfermagem: relato de experiência

an experience of studying abroad, or of academic exchange, really adds value to the professional and personal development of exchange students. this report aims to describe a student's experience in an international academic mobility program. it was developed from 2008 to 2009 in brazil and spain. the experiences, observations and activities of the student were emphasized, believing that the training of students and researchers is not only restricted to the university and the students' home country, and that it is important to have possibilities of new experiences and differentiated knowledge. the conclusion is that this opportunity promoted a profound effect on psychological, cultural, social and scientific development of the exchange student.