WHY A GAP YEAR IN RUSSIA IS A GOOD IDEA?

Make your CV stand out!

Many students want to take a year out in order to gain new skills, explore the world and find out more about themselves. But everyone would agree that a break between studies becomes even more desirable when it is productive in terms of future profession. Russia is a country of diversity and prospects. Here you may travel on a budget, be amazed by the nature and meet great people. And of course, you can easily learn Russian language which is as difficult as Chinese. Here are 5 facts on why you should add “a gap year in Russia” to your CV.

5 reasons to take a break and come to Russia

1. This is a way to explore both Europe and Asia. Simply because of the geographical reasons. Take a train and travel all over the country to see by yourself the cultural and historical diversity Russia has. More than 180 ethnic groups live in Russia so that is a chance to explore more than just one country! Celebrate Bear holiday with the Kets of Siberia and welcome the spring with the Bashkirs or gather together with the  Mari people on 12 of June to sing and dance in honor of the floral world and this Flowers’ Day. Take pictures of great landscapes from snowy hills and deep forests to the endless deserts.
2. You can volunteer. There are many options and many projects to choose from. For instance, Enjoy Russian language school offers a volunteering project in which you can teach your native language teens, kids and adults or assist to English language teacher. It gives you not only the constant language practice with the locals but also helps to meet new people and become friends for life.
3. You can gain work experience. Internship in Russia is a good way to see how it’s like to be a translator or interpreter, tourist guide or educator.
4. Eventful and adventurous life. Here in Russia you may enjoy all seasons and as a result all kind of activities -ice-swimming, snow mobile race, fishing, banya, horse-riding and kiting. Every region and Russian city holds many holidays each year. No matter what season you choose you are always able to join the huge and bright celebration – Orthodox Easter and Labour day in spring, White nights festival in Summer, New year and Christmas in winter and the Knowledge day in fall. Make traditional presents and find a favorite Russian holiday!
5. Hospitable people and great food. Especially if you choose living in a host family. People are very hospitable and always ready to make super-delicious food for you like kalitki, borsch or home-made dumplings, to show you surroundings and talk about everything for hours.

Don’t you think it’s your turn to make a gap year effective and exciting? Choose a course and come to Russia!