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, 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.

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 with a Work the World guide, 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’re also free to 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.





"The confidence I have gained has completely changed me as a student and even as person. If you are thinking about doing something like this, my advice would be 100% JUST DO IT!"
Katie Hudson, University of Lincoln 2022
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"As the weeks went by, we saw some emergencies but no one seemed to be in much of a rush. The idea of urgency wasn’t the same as it is in the Netherlands."
Mariëlle van Eenennaam, HZ University of Applied Sciences 2022
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"They didn’t give oxygen as quickly as we would, so the first five minutes after birth always felt more like half an hour."
Andrea Huber, University of Graz 2022
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"The staff in general were relaxed in their approach to most things. Even if there was an emergency, you would see staff walking over in no particular rush."
Leah Goodspeed, University of Southampton 2022
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"Adding the village healthcare week onto my placement really helped me have a better understanding of the whole Ghanaian healthcare system and actually just the Ghanian culture."
Bethany Burnett , University of Southampton 2022
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 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.