Taking a Year Out

Many students consider taking a year out, or "gap year" at some stage. This one-stop reference and ideas book aims to help students to use part or all of their gap year constructively. It offers a range of ideas for self-funding travel, voluntary/community service and "expedition" options in the UK and overseas, as well as work and study possibilities. It presents details about qualifications and personal qualities required, approximate costs, how and when to apply and lists over 200 organizations offering work, study and travel options.