Gain invaluable medical
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Perfect for medical elective placements and mor

Working alongside local medical professionals you will gain invaluable experience that allows you to see first hand the health care system in a developing country. Whether you are carrying out your elective placement, interested in medicine or are a qualified staff member, our diverse and unique medical experiences will see you confronting different illnesses and treatments, discovering new techniques and methods and to observe how teams work together in often resource stretched settings.

Each of our medical experience programmes encompass many key areas, with most projects being based in large government hospitals. Here you are able to gain exposure in several departments or to focus your placement within your chosen field.

Elective Placements

We host hundreds of university students on their elective placements each and every year. Over the last few years we have built up strong relationships with many universities around the United Kingdom and abroad, with many now actively recommending us to their students. We are able to complete any paperwork required from your university and can ensure that your course requirements are met in terms of minimum hours, placement setting and more.

If you're looking to complete your nursing, midwifery, paediatrics, surgery, physical therapy or dentistry placement, then we have the perfect programme for you. Simply use the filters below to find the best programme most suitable to your circumstances.

  • Fully structured programmes ensuring you get the most out your experience
  • Gain unique experience of the healthcare system in a developing country
  • Learn new skills as you are tasked with basic procedures under the supervision of local professionals
  • 24/7 in-country & UK support
  • Comprehensive pre-departure support and assistance with all aspects of your trip
  • Pre-departure buddy lists and a dedicated Facebook group to talk with other volunteers

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From £170

Tanzania Medical Experience

  • Duration
    1-24 weeks
  • Minimum age
    18+
  • Start dates
    1st & 3rd Saturday
Tanzania has some of the lowest coverage rates of health personnel in the world. With widespread poverty and substantial health challenges, this is your chance to gain first-hand experience and insight into the health care system in a developing country. You will be able to observe and assist local staff at a busy government hospital in a range of departments, while exploring everything this amazing country has to offer.

Elective placements available: medical, midwifery, nursing & physiotherapy.

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From £200

Sri Lanka Medical Experience

  • Duration
    1-12 Weeks
  • Minimum age
    17+
  • Start dates
    1st & 3rd Saturday
Gain invaluable experience assisting in a busy hospital in Sri Lanka, where you will get up close clinical exposure. This unique experience will open your eyes to the world of medicine in Sri Lanka and offers you the chance to gain vital international work experience. You will get hands on training, supervised by experienced medical experts and will be fully involved in the day-to-day activities.

Elective placements available: medical, midwifery, nursing & physiotherapy.

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From £180

Ghana Medical Experience

  • Duration
    1-24 Weeks
  • Minimum age
    17+
  • Start dates
    1st & 3rd Saturday
This is your chance to gain valuable first-hand experience of the healthcare system in Ghana. You will get a real insight into the difficulties faced and meet some of the amazing people trying to help make a difference to the lives of the local community. During your time on the placement, you will get to shadow and assist the professional medical staff where you will get an unparalleled experience.

Elective placements available: medical, midwifery & nursing.

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From £480

Vietnam Medical Experience

  • Duration
    2-8 weeks
  • Minimum age
    18+
  • Start dates
    1st & 3rd Saturday
Volunteer in a busy district hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, where thousands of patients pass through every day. This is the perfect opportunity for you to be exposed to a wide variety of illnesses and is the perfect setting to gain vital first-hand experience of the diverse healthcare system in Vietnam.

Elective placements available: medical, nursing & physiotherapy.

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From £160

Kenya Medical Experience

  • Duration
    1-12 Weeks
  • Minimum age
    18+
  • Start dates
    1st & 3rd Saturday
Embark on an eye-opening experience and expand your medical knowledge whilst on placement in hospitals and clinics located in the poorer suburbs of Nairobi, Kenya. This unique experience will open your eyes to the world of medicine in a developing country and will provide you with vital international work experience that will set you apart from others.

Elective placements available: medical, midwifery, nursing & physiotherapy.

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From £160

India Medical Experience

  • Duration
    1-24 Weeks
  • Minimum age
    17+
  • Start dates
    1st & 3rd Saturday
Gain vital medical experience abroad with our diverse Indian medical programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain first-hand exposure and an in-depth insight into the health care system in India, whilst providing an extra pair of hands to help assist. You will be placed at free medical camps, local slum clinics located in some of the poorest areas as well as in a network of private hospitals - where you will gain invaluable knowledge.

Elective placements available: medical, midwifery, nursing & physiotherapy.

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From £410

South Africa Medical Experience

  • Duration
    2-12 Weeks
  • Minimum age
    18+
  • Start dates
    Every Sunday
Want to do something amazing on your next trip abroad? Gain valuable experience assisting in a hospital in South Africa, where you will be able to work with adults and children in the community. Volunteering in facilities for poorer people who cannot afford private medical care is hugely rewarding work, appreciated by both clinic staff and all of the patients.

Elective placements available: medical, midwifery & nursing.

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From £860

Namibia Lifeline Clinic

  • Duration
    2-12 weeks
  • Minimum age
    18+
  • Start dates
    Every Saturday
Provide an essential pair of hands at the Lifeline Clinic in Epukrio, where you will contribute to the medical welfare of the San Busman community as well as gaining first-hand experience of healthcare in a developing country. The Lifeline Clinic provides free primary health care services to more than 3,500 patients every year and is quite literally the lifeline for thousands of people within the local area.

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From £500

Sri Lanka Group Medical Trip

  • Duration
    2-4 Weeks
  • Minimum age
    17+
  • Start dates
    Every Saturday
Are you looking to organise your elective placement overseas alongside your friends and fellow class mates? If so, our dedicated group medical trip to Sri Lanka will allow you to take advantage of an exclusive itinerary and price. Your group adventure will see you observing within busy government hospitals, immersing yourself in the local culture with planned activities and exploring the island on an organised tour. Minimum 10 participants.

Elective placements available: medical, midwifery, nursing & physiotherapy.

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