The UK’s leading provider of elective placements
Our healthcare placements in Africa and Asia
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Not sure where to start? Give us a call on 01273 573863 or drop us an email and we’ll be more than happy to help you decide which of our destinations is right for you.
The team at Work the World
Work the World is a British company that organises placements for student medics, nurses, dentists and physiotherapists to gain experience working in Africa and Asia. Although we focus in particular on electives, placements are available to students at any stage of their course and to those wanting to broaden their experience after graduation.
By focussing on healthcare placements, we provide high quality programmes that are designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers. We also enjoy strong partnerships with a large number of hospitals, clinics, government authorities and NGOs overseas, giving us the freedom to organise placements quickly and efficiently.
Having a well-organised work placement is crucial, but it isn’t the only thing that most students want from their elective or summer placement. Our programmes are also about the social experience, travelling off the beaten track, getting involved in community work and – perhaps most importantly – having fun!
Case Notes:
Sarah Armstrong (Tanzania 2007)
Newcastle dental student Sarah undertook her elective in Tanzania with Work the World in the summer of 2007. In an article for dentistry.com she describes her experiences.
Experiences of a lifetime
Work with doctors in East Africa to deliver HIV/AIDS education workshops to local people.
Experience traditional village life
See the realities of rural healthcare delivery in West Africa by living in a village for part of your placement
Our Indian house offers the perfect way to unwind after a day on the wards – a yoga master visits daily.