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I will have to take a GAP year or a year out - myth

By Drupaladmin - Posted on 09 June 2009

 

It is true that some schemes place emphasis on a GAP year placement or a sandwich year placement. This is because 12 months is long enough for an employer to develop you and provide you with real responsibility. Therefore, it is advisable to check out the content and requirements of a sponsorship scheme before making an application. However, there are alternative options including vacation work and term-time employment that do not require a year out, so it is possible to study straight through if you want to.