In Iloilo, families are responsible for washing and feeding patients, leaving you to undertake more crucial tasks. A favourite with previous students has been working in the animal bites clinic, where you'll have the chance to witness the treatment of rabies, one of many unfamiliar diseases you'll encounter on your nursing elective. After leaving work for the day, why not experience being 'cooked alive’ in a Kawa hot bath, or maybe even go whale watching off the coast of Cebu. Read what our students think below!
Reviews
Holly Everson-Bullock
University of Gloucestershire 2023
"Looking back on my journey, I can confidently say that it has been the best experience of my life."
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Bournemouth University 2023
"Reflecting back on my time in The Phillippines, I really do feel like I have improved as a person. I feel academically ready for next year, and clinically I feel more confident in myself".
Read moreElla Harris
University of Manchester 2023
"I quickly found my feet and made friends in the house - don’t worry if you’re going alone, everyone is in the same boat and are so friendly and welcoming you won’t be bored for a second."
Read moreAliyah Patel
University of Cumbria 2022
"Going to The Philippines was the best experience I’ve ever had in my entire life. It was the perfect balance of placement and getting to explore some of this amazing country."
Read moreMolly Griffin
Viterbo University 2022
"It was a case of, 'let’s hurry up and get this baby out because there are lots of other women waiting to give birth'."
Read moreChloe Pendlebury
Manchester Metropolitan University 2020
"I gained a lot more confidence and independence in my practice and I am so grateful to have had this opportunity".
Read moreKatie Hoskins
University of Gloucestershire 2020
"Every single staff member made me feel welcome and valuable."
Read moreJade Matthews
Teesside University 2019
"We spent our time island hopping and visiting the caves and surrounding beaches."
Read moreKoren Harper
Anglia Ruskin University 2019
"I suggest to anyone who wants to travel to sign up now - you will not regret it!"
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