Gap Year Programs in Scotland

Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea offers a unique opportunity for deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures around the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Fall 2026: European, African, South American, and Asian Adventure Embark: September 9, IJmuiden, The Netherlands Disembark: Dec 22, Bangkok, Thailand Itinerary: Portugal, Morocco, Brazil, St. Helena, South Africa, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Hong Kong Spring 2027: Asia, Africa, and Europe Embark: Jan 5, Bangkok, Thailand Disembark: Apr 20, Bremerhaven, Germany Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Morocco, Scotland

Human Resources (HR) is one of the spokes that keep the corporate wheel spinning. Have the opportunity to gain real work experience in this field with an internship abroad. IGS internships in most fields do not result in job offers. However, you have a good chance of getting hired if you can show your mettle within the human resource field. Working in HR stresses leadership, cohesion, and loyalty with the belief that everyone play important roles in organizational success. In simple terms, an organization’s human resource management strategy should maximize a return on investment in human capital and minimize financial risk. As an HR intern, your duties will mostly be related to the following: Research local/federal laws Benefit management Employee retention Morale building Social media outreach Workplace safety

Travel back to the time of castles and experience Scotland's truly magnificent beauty when you study with API abroad. Stirling is an ancient capital in the center of Scotland that offers students the opportunity to live in a university town, mid-way between the major centers of Glasgow and Edinburgh. Take classes at the University of Stirling, built within the walled Airthery Castle estate! You could also potentially study Scottish history, lore, and even the background behind witchcraft in Scotland. After classes, take a beautiful hike around the hills of Dumyat or take excursions to the West Highland Hills, one of the last pristine regions of Europe.