Gap Year


World	Through our links in other countries - we can offer assistance packages in many countries including: UK, China, Peru, Southern Africa, Nepal and Thailand


	We offer a placement and support system for those wishing to broaden their personal and physical horizons

	Through our local and National contacts, we are able to offer a variety of options including: • Industrial Placements with Key Industries and Institutions • Support for Independent Travellers wishing to spend a year touring • Arts, Sports and Vocational Pursuits • Volunteering • Ecological projects protecting endangered Fauna and Flora

China	The Land of the Dragon - and a fantastic Country in which to take a year out for personal development


	Excel has very good contacts in all areas of China, so we are able to offer you great options including: • Work preserving Ethnic Minority Cultures, such as songs, dances and music • Work restoring The Great Wall of China • Ecological projects for Pandas, Rare Tigers, endangered Fauna and Flora

Employability	Although Gap Year and Employability are very different things, there is a psychological overlap which may be compared to different points of Personal Development regarding an Individuals progress through life


	In some circumstances, a Gap Year that results in Employment can be categorised as successful 'Employability', after the fact

	Employability can replace University Placement Year, or Gap Year. Excel are very keen to assist you find the path in life that is best for you personally

If you would like to turn your Gap Year into Full-Time Ongoing Employment, please see our Employability area

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