Students Aged 18+, wanting adventure and fun while gaining academic credit for their university studies
Before starting my degree in midwiferyHaving a year before the start of my degree in midwifery, I decided to start a midwifery placement with Projects Abroad. I thought the project would give me vital experience and prepare me for the start of my course back in the UK.About Sri L
In Peru I received three very different ‘first impressions.’ The first was when I landed in Lima to get my next flight: fog. The second was driving through Cusco: heat. And the last was when I finally arrived at my destination of Huyro: if I fall down one of those mounta
My decision to volunteer in Ghana only came about mid-way through my career break. I had been travelling for a few months and, as exciting as it was, something was missing. Then, whilst researching ideas of what else I could do, the idea of working abroad was proposed to me. Then
For years, I’ve been eyeing the Projects Abroad website. In the spring of 2016, with my final year of school approaching, I knew it was time for me to apply for a trip and not let the opportunity slip away. After hours of contemplation and a few ‘pros and cons’ lists, I bec
Before I start, I would like to direct my story especially towards those few nervous souls out there who still remain hesitant about embarking on this once in a lifetime opportunity. I emphasise that this specific audience pay close attention to my experience, particularly becaus
As the clouds parted and the blue sky appeared, the Himalayan range greeted me with its stunning snowy peaks. It was like something you’d see in a travel magazine or a National Geographic documentary. Witnessing the breath-taking landscape of Nepal from thousands of feet above
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I’ve always been drawn to any activity that include being in the water. The funny thing is the way I stumbled across the Projects Abroad website: I was writing a paper on the benefits of gap years and I got curious to see if any of these projects would be something I’
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