Clubs and Societies
Most universities and colleges offer a wide variety of clubs and societies, from surfing to Sikhism. So there are plenty of opportunities to expand your horizons. To get an idea of what's available visit the Fresher's Fairs at the start of the academic year. Or contact clubs individually through the Student Union website, notice boards or the Student Activities Department.

Student Paper
The student newspaper will give opportunities for writers, reviewers and editors. Contact your Student's Union for details.

Student or Hospital Radio
Most Student Union's broadcast live a couple of times year, giving opportunities for presenters, DJs, reporters and a marketing team. Or get involved in your local hospital station.

Raleigh International
A youth development charity which inspires people from all backgrounds and nationalities to discover their full potential by working together on challenging environmental and community projects around the world. They run 3-month expeditions that are part of a longer programme of training weekends and workshops prior to expedition. The training concentrates on personal development, cultural awareness, global issues and preparing people for expedition life.
http://www.raleigh.org.uk/

Duke of Edinburgh's Award
A program designed to develop you through volunteering, expeditions and learning new skills.
Contact: Gulliver House, Madeira Walk, Windsor, Berkshire SL4 1EU (01753) 810666.
email: info@theaward.org
http://www.theaward.org/

STEP
Program in which students spend 6-8 weeks of their summer holiday working in a small business on a specific project.
Contact: Harling House, 62 Copperfield St, London SE1 ODJ
(0207) 921 5450
http://www.step.org.uk/

Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Find teaching advice, make contact with experienced EFL instructors and browse accounts of teaching English in countries around the world.
http://education.guardian.co.uk/tefl/

Coach Education Opportunities (CEO)
CEO is a training program designed to help people get the most out of their sport by offering opportunities to take part in coaching qualifications. Find out if your institution supports the program.

Teaching and Projects Abroad
A range of programmes are offered from Teaching English, to Volcanology and Conservation, in 13 different countries. They also arrange placements to assist your final year dissertation.
http://www.teaching-abroad.co.uk/

Rough Guide
Information on thousands of destinations online. Browse destination coverage and check out information on everything from flights to food to accommodations and more.
http://travel.roughguides.com/

Lonely Planet Online
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/

Trailfinders
Tailor-made itineraries and selection of discounted flights.
http://www.trailfinder.com/index.htm

STA Travel
Specialists in flexible, low-cost student and youth travel.
http://www.sta-travel.com/

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