Takoradi is perfect for a first visit to Africa as well as being one of the safest and most stable of the African nations, it is a microcosm of the continent and you can really take advantage of the stunning coastline, lush jungles, and lively Ghanaian culture. When you want home comforts, there are even beachside resorts to cool down on hot afternoons.
Ghana Highlights
- Trek through the forest canopy in Kakum National Park and sleep up in a treehouse
- Soak up the sun on the picturesque Axim beach
- Explore the decaying slave forts found along the Cape Coast
- Go on safari to see Africa’s famous wildlife in Mole National Park
- Swim in the clear waterfall oases of the Volta region
The Work The World House
Staying in the Work the World house is a huge part of your experience in Takoradi — it’s your home away from home. You’ll live with other healthcare students and graduates from around the world, and this gives the house an inclusive, social atmosphere.
The house in Takoradi is based in a residential area close to the city centre. After placement you can head out and explore this port town.
In the evenings, there are plenty of restaurants and bars the house staff can recommend, and there’s even a local hotel that offers private beach access.
Back in the Work the World house, the walled outdoor area has lush gardens so you can soak up the rays, relax in the shade with a book, challenge your housemates to a game of volleyball, or go for a dip in the private pool.
In-Country Team
Management team: Based in the house, they oversee your entire Work the World experience — 24/7 — from the moment you land to the moment you leaveCatering team: Cook a variety of both local cuisine and familiar home comforts, accommodating all dietary requirementsHousekeeper: Keeps the house clean and tidy from top to bottom, making sure you're comfortableLanguage teacher: Visits the house twice per-week. During their lessons, you’ll learn everyday phrases and clinical terminology to help you get more from your placementSecurity team: Monitor the house 24/7 for your peace of mind
Support in the Hospital
Before you start your placement, your team in-country take you on a tour of your placement hospital. They introduce you to department staff (including your supervisors) to help you settle in. You’ll often see the Work the World Takoradi team in the hospital. They’ll visit you throughout your placement to make sure everything is running smoothly.
Before you start your placement, we also assign your clinical supervisors. Build a rapport with them and they’ll give you insight into the local healthcare system through the eyes of a local practitioner.
We’ve got all bases covered and offer support throughout your clinical placement as and when you need it.

Book with confidence
We understand that the global situation is evolving every day. So now when you register for your overseas placement with Work the World, you can make unlimited changes to your travel dates, or your choice of destination.
Electives in Takoradi
VILLAGE HEALTHCARE WEEK
In addition to your main placement in Ghana, spending a week in a bustling yet rural fishing village is a great way to get insight into Ghanaian culture at its most authentic. In the mornings, you’ll attend the village’s healthcare centre and conduct community outreach at local primary schools. In the afternoons you’ll get a culture lesson as you spend time with local fishermen, bringing in the day’s catch. You’ll also take trips across the nearby lagoon in a locally built canoe, visit a local gin distillery, walk through the shallow sea to explore a ruined castle on an offshore island, and walk coastal trails along stretches of unspoiled beach with not a tourist in sight.




"It gave me more incentive to learn how healthcare professionals overcome such challenges."
Emilia McClymont, University of Portsmouth 2020
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"I can honestly say Ghana has been the most amazing and humbling experience of my life".
Kathryn Boone, University of Portsmouth 2020
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"Many people only sought orthodox healthcare as a last resort."
Jake Melvin, University of East Anglia 2020
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"The thing I am most thankful for is the people I met through this experience."
Ana Morán, Complutense University Madrid 2020
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"There was another case which had both an unusual presentation and resourceful management."
Ugonna Onwuchekwa, University of Central Lancashire 2019
Read moreWhat healthcare disciplines do Work the World cater for?
Work the World organise supervised healthcare electives for the following disciplines: - 1. Nursing (all branches) 2. Medical 3. Midwifery 4. Physiotherapy 5. Radiography 6. Pharmacy 7. Dentistry 8. Occupational Therapy 9. Paramedic Science
What other countries can I travel to on a Work the World elective?
What is the Work the World house like in Ghana?
The house in Takoradi is based in a residential area close to the city centre. The walled outdoor area has lush gardens so you can soak up the rays, relax in the shade with a book, challenge your housemates to a game of volleyball, or go for a dip in the private pool.
What travelling opportunities are there for me whilst I’m in Ghana?
Takoradi is perfect for a first visit to Africa as well as being one of the safest and most stable of the African nations, it is a microcosm of the continent and you can really take advantage of the stunning coastline, lush jungles, and lively Ghanaian culture. When you want home comforts, there are even beachside resorts to cool down on hot afternoons.