Between throwing your cap into the air and finding your feet in the “real world,” there exists a magical time of total freedom. So it is no surprise that fleeing the country with your belongings on your back, for a few months of stress-free exploring, sounds like the perfect escape.

There are some fundamental life lessons that university degrees don't cover - and no amount of portfolios will rectify that. Here are our top points to consider before entering the workplace as a graduate - and trust us, the next five minutes' reading could be just as important as your entire degree.