Taking a break can help you recharge your batteries and gain some perspective on your goals and ambitions. It can also give you the chance to explore new interests and hobbies, travel and even spend time with friends and family.
This can be especially important if you've been studying intensively for several years and need a break before diving into your career.
When it comes to your professional development, taking a break can also help you gain valuable experience and skills that will be useful when you start a graduate development programme. This might include:
- Working in a related field
- Volunteering
- Taking a short course to develop your skills and knowledge.
This can certainly help you stand out from other candidates when it comes to applying.
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Our Graduate Development Programme
Our graduate programme is designed to provide a smooth and comprehensive transition from university to a fulfilling career in practice. Its immersive and takes on a practical approach to learning, offering a combination of clinical and professional skills modules, practice-based mentoring and support to help you develop in all areas of your career.
Core Foundations of our Linnaeus Post Graduate Programmes
Clinical Excellence
Our commitment to excellence is integral in all that we do at Linnaeus, including within the clinical environment. The combination of mentoring and our core educational days will help you refine your current skills and develop new ones.
Interpersonal Excellence
Our commitment to excellence expands into non-clinical areas with professional skills training focusing on communication, conflict management and resolution, and resilience to list just a few.
Recognition and Reward
Reward lies at the heart of our post-graduate programmes. Realise your achievements and celebrate your successes with an organisation that recognise your hard work and the contribution you make to your team, your patients and their owners’ lives.
Career Pathways
Throughout our programmes, you will be supported to explore long-term career options, whether that be general practice, specialisation or further education. The GDP and ECP are the foundations of a fulfilling career within the Linnaeus family.
At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your career journey. As part of the Linnaeus family, you will have access to ongoing support, guidance and mentorship to help you fulfil your potential as an exceptional vet.
To find out more information about our programme and how it will benefit you, click here.
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So, if you're considering taking a break between finishing university and starting a vet graduate development programme, apply to our March Graduate Development Programme today!
If you want to find out more information about our programme and how it will benefit you, click here or email our Talent Acquisition team at
It can be an extremely valuable and rewarding experience that will help you make the most of your career.