Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical)
Who or what made you choose to study this?
I liked maths and physics in high school, but only really knew engineering was for me when I enjoyed my first year courses, and learnt about all the exciting opportunities available.
How did you find out about UQ?
Student ambassadors from UQ came to my school to talk about women in engineering!
Did you attend any events at UQ in the lead up to choosing to come here? If so please tell us what.
I came to UQ for the first time for OptiMinds in 2018, and remembered it since for how beautiful it was.
What kinds of things did you want to know when you were choosing what university to go to?
Accommodation, scholarships, etc are definitely important, but now that I’m at university, I think students should also consider the types of clubs and societies available, and the connection to industry a university can provide you with.
Why did you choose to study at UQ?
I knew UQ would provide me with a lot of opportunities to grow my network, learn new skills and have a variety of experiences. It’s well-known for engineering, as well as for having a great women in engineering program.
What are your favourite facilities and resources available to you at UQ?
I like that there are so many different study spaces at UQ! During SWOTVAC, the union organises free snacks and food trucks, which always makes studying a bit more exciting. In terms of resources, there is so much support for students- all you need to do is seek it out.
Have you been able to have practical experiences within your degree (e.g. work experience, industry projects etc.)? If so, please provide some highlights.
So far, I’ve been to some of the site tours EAIT Employability organises, which are so insightful, so I am grateful UQ provides students with these opportunities. Definitely working on gaining more industry experience!
What’s been your favourite course so far and why?
CSSE1001 (first-year Python coding course)! Although it was a bit of a learning curve, I like that I gained a new skill from it. The lecturer is fantastic, and the assignments are engaging and fulfilling once you get them to work.
Highlights of your past year at UQ
UQ has so many exciting events! It all sank in for me at market day on O-Week, when I realised I was at such a huge university. I love the bustle of stalls on Wednesdays in front of UQ Union, and had a great time at the Winter Carnival with friends.
If you could give one piece of advice to someone considering studying at UQ, what would that be?
One of my concerns was that I’d feel “lost in the crowd” at such a big university. There’s so much in-person support in first-year engineering, and you can form great connections with tutors and fellow students in smaller tutorial classes. Not to mention that you can always personalise your own experience at UQ by joining different societies and finding your own communities. It’ll take time, but trust the process!
What do you hope to do when you graduate?
Not too sure yet, but hopefully something exciting in electrical engineering! Currently, my goal is to do something where I can solve complex problems, continuously learn and make a meaningful contribution to society.
Are you a member of any student societies / participate in extra curricular activities? Tell us a bit about it.
I’m on the UQ Japan Society committee, which has been a great way to find a community outside of my degree. The various engineering societies also have lots of events to network or socialise, which I love attending as well.
