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Going abroad as a student, whether it is for a semester, a year or an entire degree, is one of the most accessible opportunities to live abroad meaningfully.

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More and more people of all ages taking time out to travel meaningfully—a trend that is being encouraged by educators and employers alike.

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The Himalayan Foundation Nepal provides safe, affordable and meaningful volunteer opportunities in Nepal. We offer a broad range of volunteering programs where volunteers can choose to work in different locations throughout Nepal. Our most popular program ...
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Accademia del Giglio offers Italian language classes and courses on art and art history at their campus in Florence. The student is literally immersed in the artistic, historical and cultural heart of Florence, the so-called "cradle of the Renaissance", w ...
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What is Transparency International School on Integrity? Transparency International School on Integrity (TISI) is an annual state-of-the-art anti-corruption and accountability training for futureleaders. This year TISI 2015 will take place during 6 – 12 J ...
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Perth is a friendly, open capital city offering a dynamic mix of nightlife, restaurants, and cultural experiences along with clear blue skies, white beaches and beautiful parklands and gardens. Home to five world-class universities, state of the art rese ...
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Dragons has been facilitating authentic cultural immersion in Asia, Africa, and Latin America for over 25-years. Our Summer Abroad, Gap Year, and College Study Abroad programs take small student groups to remote communities with the best educators in the ...
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TEFL Training offers one intensive weekend TEFL course, 80 hours practice by correspondence individually (or full distance learning option) and one TEFL Work Experience week. TEFL Training is uniquely supportive and provides personal tuition all the way t ...
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Join Base Camp for a career break to try the adventure sport industry or spend a season abroad working towards a valuable qualification in your gap year. Others use Base Camp to fast-track into the adventure sports industry, become an adventure sports ins ...
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It doesn't matter whether students are beginners or advanced speakers, Mundo Verde offers customized instruction at the level and pace required to meet each student's personal goals. Mundo Verde Spanish School has a highly interactive and personal teachin ...
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The British Schools Exploring Society (BSES) Expeditions are available in three areas; Arctic, Jungle and Mountain. All programmes include some research and fieldwork component. All training is provided so there is no need to have previous mountaineering ...
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Ideally situated in Cannes, on the French Riviera, we specialize in French courses for all ages (children from 6 y.o, teenagers and adults) and all levels at affordable prices with year-round discounts for early-bookers, families, groups. We welcome stude ...
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Banana Spanish School is offering Spanish language programs in Ecuador. The school is located in a quiet, safe, and easy-to-access part of the main tourist and shopping sector of Quito. The Spanish professors are trained professionals with years of on-the ...
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Our unique educational approach confers excellence in all aspects of hospitality management. We blend business and strategy courses with hands-on practical work, projects and special events designed to develop your artistic and people management skills. ...
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Northwestern's Oman Semester will take you to the Middle Eastern country of Oman, known for its peacefulness, modernity, hospitality and openness. You'll learn Arabic and study the Islamic religion with a goal of furthering understanding and trust between ...
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Oxford House College, London provides a range of courses for teachers of English and for people planning a career in English Language Teaching (ELT). Courses available include CELTA and DELTA as well as various courses in Creative Methodology, Professiona ...
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Barretstown Castle Camp offers employment and volunteer positions at their Spring and Summer camps. Both paid and unpaid positions are available throughout camp sessions. Activity Leaders, Summer Friends (caras) and Support Staff are all paid positions. O ...
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