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Hong Kong students advised to take gap year for experience before university

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Experts in Hong Kong are advising high school graduates to consider taking a gap year before starting university. This period can be used for internships, volunteer work, or exchange programs, which can help students develop soft skills, gain diverse perspectives, and learn new languages. Universities are increasingly valuing applicants with experiences beyond academic achievements, making a gap year a potentially advantageous choice for students. AI

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Hong Kong students advised to take gap year for experience before university

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kristen Cheung ·

    Mind the gap year: experts say DSE graduates can gain from experience before university

    Hong Kong students can benefit from taking a gap year after the university entrance exam, but should set clear goals for their future, education sector experts have said, pointing to the increasing value of applicants with experience outside the classroom. NGOs and experts said t…

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