Projects Abroad X Nottingham University

How does it work?

Ready to start your overseas elective adventure? Here are some things to bear in mind:

Projects Abroad is an approved placement provider for Nursing & Midwifery students from the University of Nottingham
Midwifery students must join for a a minimum 2-week elective placement
Nursing students must join for a minimum 4-week elective placement
You must complete the elective placement any time between the first week of August and the second week of September
You will receive a special £150 discount from the website prices for the elective placement. This discount will be added to your invoice after registration.

What placements can you join?

The agreed placement locations for University of Nottingham students are:

Website prices before the £150 discount is applied:

	Tanzania		Ghana		Cambodia
Profession	2 weeks	4 weeks	2 weeks	4 weeks	2 weeks	4 weeks
Nursing	N/A	£2,285	N/A	£2,285	N/A	£2,060
Midwifery	£1,775	£2,285	£1,775	£2,285	£1,550	£2,060

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Meet the Projects Abroad Medical & Healthcare programme coordinators in Tanzania, Ghana and Cambodia

Meet Dr. Mishaal Ally Kassu, Head of Medical Programmes, Projects Abroad Tanzania

Dr. Mishaal Ally Kassu is dedicated to supporting your medical elective journey. She will provide expert guidance and mentorship and ensure you gain valuable clinical experience in Tanzania.

Professional Experience

Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) from Sumy State Medical University, Ukraine
Six years of clinical practice in government and private hospitals
Extensive experience supporting medical interns across multiple medical departments

Professional Focus

Primary healthcare service delivery
Patient diagnosis and treatment
Health promotion and disease prevention
Chronic disease management
Medical education and training

Specialist Areas

Family Medicine
Preventative Care
Dermatology
Public Health and Community Medicine

How Dr Kassu will help you

Dr. Kassu is passionate about supporting international medical students. She is available to answer your questions, offer clinical insights, and help you make the most of your elective experience.

Meet Dr. Henry Annang, Head of Medical Programmes, Projects Abroad Ghana

Dr. Henry Annang is here to ensure the success of your medical elective in Ghana. He will provide expert guidance, support, and mentorship throughout your journey.

Professional Experience

Doctor of Medicine from Saratov State Medical University, Russia
Master's in Public Health from GIMPA, Ghana
Expertise in healthcare systems, quality improvement, and community health

Professional Focus

Coordinating medical volunteer programmes
Developing training for international medical volunteers
Enhancing healthcare access in underserved communities

Specialist Areas

Public Health Promotion
Healthcare Systems Management
Community Health Outreach
Medical Training

How Dr. Annang will help you

Dr. Annang is passionate about supporting international medical students. He is available to answer your questions, offer advice, and help you make the most of your elective.

Meet Dr. Hour Samrithsela, Head of Medical Programmes, Projects Abroad Cambodia

Dr. Hour Samrithsela is your dedicated Medical Supervisor. He's a specialist in pediatrics with extensive experience in emergency medicine and critical care. Dr. Hour is passionate about supporting international medical students and ensuring they have a rewarding elective experience.

Professional Experience

Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the International University of Medicine and Science, Cambodia
Specialist in Paediatrics, Cambodia
Extensive experience in emergency medicine and paediatric pneumology

Professional Focus

Paediatric care, particularly upper respiratory tract infections
Comprehensive patient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
Emergency medicine and critical care for children
Ongoing specialist training in pediatric medicine

Specialist Areas

Paediatrics
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
Emergency and Pneumology

How Dr. Hour will help you

Dr. Hour is passionate about supporting international medical students. He can answer your questions, share insights from his pediatric and emergency medicine experience, and ensure you gain meaningful clinical exposure during your elective in Cambodia.

What's Included?

To make your trip as stress-free as possible, we provide a comprehensive package.

Your fee includes:

All accommodation
3 meals a day
Drinking water
In-destination transport to and from your project
Airport transfers
Project materials
24/7 in-country support
A Projects Abroad T-Shirt
Certificate of completion
Pre-departure support
Visa support
Free cultural awareness course

What’s not included?

Flights
Visa
Travel Insurance

Our pre-departure staff is happy to help if you want to add travel insurance coverage as well as visa advice. For flights, we work with STFly as our partner travel agent who can assist with getting flight quotes if you need assistance. Whatever support you need, we're with you every step of the way.

How do I apply?

Once you have received approval to join us for an overseas elective, you’ll be able to apply online here. You'll need to pay a £195 deposit to confirm your place on a trip too. You’ll then have until two months before your departure date to pay the final balance.

Why should you book with Projects Abroad?

When it comes to providing meaningful travel for students, Projects Abroad is a world leader. We have over 30 years of experience working with schools and universities to provide impactful, life-changing experiences.

By joining a Projects Abroad trip, you'll: