Student guide to Youth Hostels
Hostels have come a long way - that Eli Roth did nothing for their reputation! Read our guide to youth hostels...

Fancy working abroad?
Wanted to go on a gap year, but just weren't sure what you'd need, where you could stay and what it'd be like? Well, lucky you...

Working abroad - hear from past students
Even though we are all students, don't take our word for it. See what other students have to say about their year abroad or gap year at home...

Staying safe abroad
In a country where you know relatively no-one and where the police are often not what they appear to be, you have to stay vigilant...

The benefits of a year out abroad or on a gap year
There are a number of advantages to taking a year out just after university or even between years. We highlight the key benefits...