Taaaa76 A really common theme amongst people who take a gap year is typically one of the above:
- working (especially if you’re trying to raise funds for uni e.g. accommodation, or a big goal e.g. travel)
- travel, particularly backpacking, long holiday or working/ volunteering overseas
- volunteering
Some less common ones but great ideas include:
- self-study e.g. revising for the UCAT if you’re deadset on med.
- trying new interests and hobbies
- attempting certain tests e.g. Ls/Ps for driving
- learn how to “adult” e.g. learn how to do taxes
There’s some websites out there for gap years like Year 13 that you should check out.
With immigrant parents, they might be more on board with your gap year/ semester if you can prove you’re doing something that they might see as “useful”, such as working, minor self-revision on topics you’re interested in and learning to “adult”.
Note: If you’re sure you want to study after your gap year/ semester, make sure you still apply with VCAA or your state’s equivalent, if you’re not Victorian, at the end of Year 12 and defer your place for the year/ semester, as this will ensure you have a uni spot for you ready to go once it’s over.
