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You could also apply for a grant. Have a look at the Directory of Grant Making Trusts. It is
published each year and covers 2,500 grant-making trusts, collectively giving around £3-
billion.
If you are planning to do a training course during your gap-year, you may be eligible for
funding via a Career Development Loan. A CDL is a deferred repayment bank loan to help
you pay for vocational learning or education. The Department for Education pays the in-
terest on your loan while you are learning and for up to one month afterwards.
You can get more info from the National CDL enquiry line: 0800 100 900; or by visiting
the government website:
www.gov.uk/career-development-loans/overview
Money savers
The International Student Identity Card (ISIC) gives you more than 40,000 travel, online
and lifestyle discounts. It costs £9, is accepted in the UK and worldwide. There's also a
24/7 worldwide free call helpline for medical and legal assistance.
