Itze Van Driessche
- Universiteit Gent 2026
- Medical, Tanzania - Dar es Salaam
"We all became so close in no time. It’s nice having people going through the same experience and exchanging stories."
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Medical Elective Reviews
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Discover what fellow students say about Medical electives overseas with Work the World. Read honest reviews and learn what to expect from a elective abroad before you apply.
Erin Doyle
- Hull York Medical School 2026
- Medical, Vietnam - Hue
It was an amazing city to have as a base in Vietnam. It was calm, the river was beautiful, the Imperial City was amazing, there was fun nightlife and shops... the list goes on!
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Libby Halford
- University of Leicester 2026
- Medical, Tanzania - Dar es Salaam
You always feel you have support here while in-country. No one will leave you to figure it out on your own.
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Anouk Thijs
- KU Leven 2026
- Medical, Nepal - Kathmandu
"I would tell any healthcare student to - just go for it! Even as a second-year medical student, I learned an incredible amount".
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George Hart
- University of Sheffield 2026
- Medical, Nepal - Kathmandu
"To anyone considering doing a Work the World placement, I cannot recommend it enough"
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