Thanks for your reply.

As for the break, it is a defined break which I am entitled to. But like I said, it's like a floating holiday which I can take when want to.

Hi, I am currently doing a phd in the UK and I would like to work during a three month break I am planning to take from my programme. I understand that with a student visa I am permitted to work for a maximum of 20 hours a week during term time and more than that during holidays. The thing is in my ...