Hue is one of Vietnam’s most lively cities. You’ll find adventure around every corner and have the chance to immerse yourself in local culture. From Hue, you can explore national parks, experience Vietnamese nightlife in the coastal cities, kick back on tropical beaches… there’s more to do than you’ll have time for.
Vietnam Highlights
- Head to postcard-perfect Halong Bay for sun, sea and sand
- Hike Bach Ma National Park for natural springs, waterfalls and wildlife
- Travel to Hanoi's Old Quarter for the ultimate Bun Cha noodle soup
- Cruise along the Perfume River aboard a local dragon boat
- Take the train through the mountains to the neighbouring town of Da Nang
The Work the World House
The Work the World house is a big part of your experience in Vietnam, and your home away from home.
What's more, you'll live with other healthcare students and graduates from all over the world, giving the house a social atmosphere.
The house is located in a lively tourist district in the centre of Hue and is within walking distance of the famous imperial city.
Some of the city’s best bars, markets, temples, and street food vendors are a stone's throw from your front door.
The house itself offers a peaceful retreat from the bustle of the city, with a beautiful garden and a swimming pool for good measure.
In-Country Team
Management team: Based in the house, they oversee your entire clinical placement — 24/7 — from the moment you land to the moment you leave.Catering 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 your clinical placement begins, our team in Hue will take you to visit your placement hospital. The informal tour will help you get a feel for your new environment. You’ll meet your supervisors and other key department staff while you’re there.
You’ll see the in-country team in the hospital throughout your placement. They’ll come and visit you on the wards, making sure everything is running smoothly.
We assign and inform your supervisors well before your placement starts. Aim to build a relationship with them and you’ll see what the local healthcare system is like through the eyes of a local practitioner.
We’ve got all bases covered, offering you support at every level throughout your clinical placement in Zambia.

Placements in Hue
VILLAGE HEALTHCARE WEEK
Deepen your experience in Vietnam by spending a week living with a local family in a riverside village surrounded by rice paddies.
You’ll spend your mornings in the local healthcare centre where you’ll see how staff use traditional medicine alongside modern practices. Hop on the river ferry one morning and you can visit the district hospital to see how secondary care is delivered.
Each afternoon presents you with a new adventure - cycle to a nearby beach through stunning tropical landscapes, try your hand at the ancient craft of kite making, learn about centuries-old farming and fishing techniques, and more.





"Throughout my placement, I was able to engage with Vietnamese medical students who were fascinated to hear about my medical education as well learning more about theirs".
Eleanor Buck , St George's, University of London 2023
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"Each morning on the postnatal ward the midwives would collect all of the babies and take them into the washroom to bathe them, they would have easily washed 30-40 babies".
Rachel Jowett, La Trobe University 2020
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"I learnt a lot about using resources judiciously and creatively solving clinical problems."
Anna Kersch, University of New South Wales 2020
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"after spending four weeks in the beautiful country, I can assure you it didn’t disappoint."
Geena Tebbutt, University of Queensland 2020
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"I loved the ease with which my placement was organised."
Michaela Burke, University of Queensland 2020
Read moreWHAT HEALTHCARE DISCIPLINES DO WORK THE WORLD CATER FOR?
Work the World organise supervised medical electives and clinical placements for the following disciplines: 1. Medical 2. Nursing 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 VIETNAM?
Our house in Hue offers a peaceful retreat from the bustle of the city. The garden is beautiful, with a stream, an ancient wishing well, and a swimming pool. The house is located in the centre of the Hue, within walking distance of the famous imperial city.
WHAT TRAVELLING OPPORTUNITIES ARE THERE FOR ME WHILST I’M IN VIETNAM?
Hue is one of Vietnam’s most lively cities. You’ll find adventure around every corner and have the chance to immerse yourself in local culture. You can explore national parks, experience Vietnamese nightlife in the coastal cities and kick back on tropical beaches.