Studying towards a泭Bachelor of Engineering with Honours泭in Mechatronics Engineering, and a泭Diploma in Languages泭in German and Russian
What led you to Mechatronics?
When I was a kid I was obsessed with transformers, which led to a fascination for robots. Ive really enjoyed my first specialist year. Its been very hands on and Ive done some really creative design projects. Its great to wire up the circuits and see everything happen.
And you're studying languages too?
Yes, I study German. When I graduate I want to go into Biomedical Engineering or Medical Physics. I want to create helpful things like MRI machines and artificial limbs. Europeans are leaders in that area, so I thought learning German would be a great way to open up opportunities over there.
How has UC supported you to follow your passions?
I explained my intentions to the head of Mechatronics. He helped me make a plan that combines Mechatronics, medical physics and German, and only adds six months to my degree. Theyve been extremely helpful and understanding in making the adjustments I need.
What else have you been up to?
When I got to uni, I walked around at Clubs Day to see what I could find. I joined the snow sports club. We go away for weekends and its a great way to relax and chill out. Through club contacts I even managed to get a three month job at a hotel in Japan, about 200m from a chairlift. I never would have thought of doing that if I hadnt made those connections.
Sounds like you've had a really well-rounded experience!
Yeah! Some people think an engineering degree is restrictive, but its not. Taking German is giving me worldwide options. Even being part of the Snow Sports club and traveling to Japan has added to my confidence in pursuing overseas opportunities. My degree is flexible and highly creative its much more than just maths and physics!
What's the secret to getting the most out of UC?
Broaden yourself by taking subjects outside of your degree. For me, thats been combining languages with engineering. UC has helped me create a course of study that is completely individual to me. I havent been limited at all by wanting to do something out of the normal.
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