After studying for exams and months of getting through your reading lists for the year, reading may be the last thing on your mind as summer approaches. But books can prove to be incredible guides that offer advice, motivation and inspiration!

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.