Are you looking for a safe, structured healthcare placement overseas?
Work the World are the leading provider of electives in Africa, Asia and South America. Each year more than 1000 students from around the world ask us to arrange their trip logistics. A hassle-free way to ensure a quality placement.
We offer tailored placements that match your interests.
Strong partnerships with hospitals, clinics and government authorities at each of our destinations, give us the flexibility to design your elective to fulfil your requirements.
Live in large, friendly Work the World houses and enjoy a home from home environment.
Our houses offer safe, comfortable, private accommodation that is shared with other students on the programme. On-site staff provide delicious meals and 24/7 support throughout your stay.
Explore healthcare options throughout your destination country.
To complement your clinical placement, we offer the chance to join community-based projects or outreach teams in rural areas that have limited access to medical and dental care.
Hear first hand from previous students about the reality of working overseas.
We regularly receive personal accounts of placements. Reading about the positives and negatives is the best way to decide if Work the World is right for you.
Electives & Placements
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Mountains, deserts, beaches and oceans, destinations to match your interests »
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Good news for anyone who still hasn't booked their summer placement - our agreement with a large dental school in Sri Lanka means the programme is expanding! New spaces are live on our system now!
Electives in Sri Lanka...
