Gain work-based learning experience abroad.
With a global practicum or internship, you can gain hands-on, work-integrated experience at one of our host organizations around the world.
The wide range of placements gives you opportunities to build practical skills in research, data management, communications, policy, and more, all while expanding your professional network internationally.
Integrated Nursing Practicum in Ghana
Course Code: NURS 4527 6.0
Dates: March 15 - April 5, 2025
Location: Mansa Memorial Hospital, Kumasi, Ghana
In partnership with local nurses, midwives, and physicians, BScN students gain supervised experience in paediatric and maternal health across acute care, in-patient units, clinics, and community outreach settings.
Global Health Practicum
Course Codes: GH 4600, 4601, & 4602
Duration: 11 Weeks in Winter Term
Location: Europe or South America (depending on stream)
Offered in the final year of the Specialized Honours Global Health program, the Global Health Practicum allows students to apply their learning in international settings and work with partners on stream-focused projects.
With faculty support, students work in supervised placements focused on policy, research, education, and healthcare with global partners across sectors such as government, NGOs, and health agencies
HerStart Fellowships
HerStart Fellowship Program, Youth Challenge International
Duration: 3 or 6 months
Location: Ghana, Tanzania, or Uganda
HerStart Fellowships offer 3 or 6-month international volunteer placements in Ghana, Tanzania, or Uganda, providing hands-on experience in global development.
Students receive expert training in gender equality, climate action, and social innovation, and benefit from a holistic benefits package, providing pre-departure training, airfare, visas, health insurance, a living stipend, and more. Funded by Global Affairs Canada.
Student Experiences
Yasmin's Practicum in Germany
Yasmin Husen completed her practicum at Management 4 Health, a health consulting firm in Frankfurt, Germany, where she analyzed financing mechanisms in South Asian countries to strengthen pandemic preparedness.
Jacquelyn's Practicum in Denmark
During her practicum in Denmark with Euro Health Group, Jacquelyn Yushkov worked on vaccine accessibility and sustainable programs, assisting with evaluations and providing strategic recommendations.
Menna's Practicum in Belize
While specializing in Health Promotion & Disease Prevention, Menna Zahra completed her practicum in Punta Gorda, Belize, at Hillside International Healthcare Clinic, where she worked on sexual and reproductive health initiatives in communities and high schools.
Ali's Practicum in Costa Rica
Ali Stacey completed a rewarding practicum in Costa Rica, where she collected and analyzed data from 150 school teachers, strengthening local connections and cross-cultural communication skills.
Scholarships & Funding
The Global Health Travel Award supports the international mobility of undergraduate students engaged in global health initiatives. The award will support qualified students to travel abroad to participate in international activities in the field of global health by offsetting travel and accommodation expenses. Priority is given to applicants with demonstrated financial need and traveling for placements with partner organizations.