Clinical Features

Here's why you should stop thinking about nursing abroad as a luxury and start thinking of it as a necessity.

Good news — we’ve partnered with one of the Sri Lanka’s top paediatric hospitals to bring you an even more varied clinical experience. Click now to read more.

Far from being limited to OBG or Labour ward, issues of woman’s health pervade hospitals and clinics across the developing world.

Because a successful placement is one that ensures mutual and reciprocal benefits for both the visiting student and the hosting hospitals and clinics.

Are medical electives overseas still the optional add-on they have been for years - or are they evolving into a necessity?

Student Midwife Ellenia went to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for her placement before starting a job in London. We caught up with her to talk comfort zones, confidence, and fundraising.

Good question. In the 10 years we've spent sending healthcare students abroad, we've amassed some good answers...

However you plan on choosing, the decision comes down to more than just cost. We took a closer look things you need to take into account when deciding, from ethics to safety and security.

Physiotherapist Kaitlin lists her top tips for students, having experienced the field both at home and overseas.

We took a closer look at the social and ethical challenges of organising your elective independently.