Owing to the cultural and industrial environment in Tanzania, injuries in cities are noticeably different from those you might be familiar with. While on your occupational therapy internship in Dar es Salaam, you’ll have the chance to work in the physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and psychiatric units, engaging in cases you’re unlikely to have encountered before. Our Work the World house is located on the east coast of Africa, near a wealth of exciting places waiting to be explored. Seek out Africa’s famous wildlife in Mikumi National Park, or take on the 5-day climb to Mt. Kilimanjaro’s peak. Read what our students think below!
Testimonials
Charlotte Eastick
University of Sunderland 2024
"On placement, I learned how thermoplastic splints were made - they melted and moulded down PVC material to make splints which I thought was such an innovative idea".
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