If you decide that a year out is right for you then there are opportunities to work for a year or less, either in the UK or abroad.
What to consider
If you think you'd like to take a year off, you must speak to your academic department. You will need their permission to take a year out (voluntary suspension) and return to your studies the following year.
Future employers will expect that you made good use of your time during your year out. Plan your year out well in advance to make the best use of your time.
What are my options?
If you plan on taking a gap year you can do:
- paid work in non-graduate level jobs in the UK
- voluntary work in the UK
- a gap year abroad