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Syed, a nursing student from Northampton University recently completed his placement with us in Tanzania. “I was interested in experiencing how healthcare is delivered in a country that is less developed than the UK, to better appreciate the challenges, resource limitations, and innovative approaches used in such settings. This experience aimed to enhance my cultural competence and deepen my understanding of global health disparities. "Work the World made the entire process significantly easier, as they already have a well established and structured overseas placement programme in place. Their experience in organising such placements gave me confidence, knowing that they understood the logistics and other aspects involved. "Living in the Work the World house felt like a home away from home. The house was staffed at all times, and every member of the team was friendly, helpful, and highly knowledgeable. "The in-country team was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. From the moment I was picked up at the airport, they ensured a smooth transition as I settled into the house. The initial house induction and comprehensive local orientation helped me quickly feel at home and informed. "Moreover, the staff went above and beyond in introducing me to the placement area. They were incredibly helpful in outlining my options, whether it was understanding different placements, choosing relevant departments, or meeting key personnel. Their guidance made the decision-making process easier and allowed me to arrive at my placement feeling well-prepared and confident.” #WorktheWorld #Nursing #Tanzania @uninorthants_uon @syedallan

Lucy, a newly qualified occupational therapist, joined us in Sri Lanka earlier this year 🇱🇰 She captured this video as part of our video competition, giving a glimpse into everything she got up to both in and out of hospital. From taking a tuk-tuk to placement and experiencing OT in a completely different setting, to sunrise hikes, waterfalls, safaris, local cooking, the famous Kandy–Ella train and swimming with turtles - an overseas placement is about so much more than your time in hospital. It’s the chance to experience a new healthcare system, immerse yourself in a different culture and make memories you simply wouldn’t get from a placement at home. Thinking about going overseas for your healthcare placement? Head to our website and submit our short enquiry form. We’ve got over 20 years’ experience, and we’ll be in touch with more information and the next steps for planning your placement. #WorktheWorld #SriLanka #OccupationalTherapy

Four weeks in the Philippines with Work the World 🗺️ Tiana, a physiotherapy student from Griffith University, travelled to Iloilo for her placement with us, including our Village Healthcare Week, where she experienced how healthcare is delivered in both hospital and rural community settings. Thinking about going overseas for your placement? We’ve got over 20 years’ experience creating safe, structured placements for students just like you. Head to our website and submit our short enquiry form to start planning yours. #WorktheWorld #Philippines #Physiotherapy

Lucy, a newly qualified Occupational Therapist, recently completed an overseas placement with us in Kandy, Sri Lanka. 🇱🇰 “The team made me feel welcome from the minute I stepped into the office and supported me throughout my placement.” “My placement broadened my clinical knowledge through exposure to specialist areas such as hand therapy, plastic surgery, and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), experiences that I may not have encountered during a UK placement. This was my first solo trip, and although I was initially nervous, it became one of the most rewarding experiences.” “For future students considering a Work the World placement, I would encourage you to take every opportunity offered, introduce yourself to staff, ask questions, and make the most of every learning experience... Most importantly, approach the experience with enthusiasm and a smile!” Are you thinking about going overseas for your placement? We’ve got over 20 years’ experience creating safe, structured overseas placements for students just like you. Head to our website and submit the short enquiry form to get started.