What to Expect

Your Placement

The Dentistry placement has links with a number of hospitals and specialist clinics in and around the capital, Accra that specialises in General and Cosmetic dentistry, dental restoration, Orthodontics and oral surgery. Advise and access patients alongside local staff on a daily basis and shadow and assist the dental staff in one, two or a mixture of these specialist clinics and hospitals. Get hands-on experience while helping a community in need!

Community Projects

We run a variety of community projects in Ghana, including sports coaching, teaching, care work and working in underprivileged children’s centres. You are welcome to build volunteering at these projects into your itinerary and we would welcome the support during your stay.  Make your experience in Ghana as meaningful as possible! 

Explore Ghana

You’ll have plenty of time to explore the rest of Ghana! See lakes, national parks with elephants and tropical birds, waterfalls, monkey sanctuaries, beaches and more! The captivating places, intriguing people and diverse landscapes will make Ghana one of the most enlightening experiences a traveller could wish for. Sign up for our two weeks Ghana Experience program to hit all the hot spots and make the most out of your travels!

 

Highlights

  • Chance to work in one of Ghana's biggest hospitals 
  • Gain actual experience, placements Monday-Friday
  • Build your hands on dentist experience and meet other medical and dentist students from around the world
  • Dentist student house accommodation includes cook and cleaner