Adhering to advice given by speakers at last week’s orientation address, Central Queensland University students are hoping to capture the complete university experience.

According to some students on-campus in Rockhampton this week, although their initial expectations from university were to get a degree, they were planning to get more from the university experience.

First year Bachelor of Engineering Co-op student, Annkiet Nguyen said he expected to do a lot of work, but looked forward to the social aspects of university as well.

“It’ll be different from school – we choose what we want to study, so that’s good,” he said.

Another first year Bachelor of Engineering Co-op student, Jessica Evans said: “I hope to learn a lot and have a good time”.

“The ratio of guys to girls in my course is good too,” Jessica explained.

Second year Bachelor of Psychology student Sue Bauman said she hoped to get good grades, reunite with old friends and meet new people.

While, Natalie Mills, a first year Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Profession Communication thought she hoped to get on track for her career in the first year.

“I hope to get a clear understanding of what career I want to pursue,” she said.

Putting theories into practice was a goal for Maree Wood, a third year Bachelor of Social Work student.

“I hope to relate the theoretical side of the course with the practical side,” Maree said.

Another third year Bachelor of Social Work student Vicki Lahtinen was expecting a more relaxed year.

“I expect a more relaxed year ... gain confidence and I hope to put the theories I’ve learnt into practice,” she said.

First year Bachelor of Health (Nursing) student Glen Evans said he plans to have fun and get the qualifications to get the job he wants.

Left: Annkiet Nguyen.

Above: Maree Woods.