Y our undergraduate years make up an exciting period full of possibilities to explore. If you think that the best way to maximise this period is by burying your nose deep in your books, you cannot be any more wrong.

Although it may not seem to be the case while you are undergoing them, your days as a student will go by very quickly. So seize the day and make the most out of your university life – you don’t want to look back after you graduate and see nothing but a sea of colourless memories after all.

Here are a few things you can do to make sure you get the most out of your studies before you graduate!

1. Choose Subjects That You Are Interested In

The best part of university life is having the freedom to pursue things which you are passionate about. No longer are you restricted to a rigid set of syllabus – you can now choose what to specialise in and have a say in the types of subjects you take (depending on your course structure, of course).

Look for subjects that would deepen your interest in a subject matter or ones that would fiercely challenge you. This is a time to discover yourself, so don’t be afraid to explore your options.

2. Get Involved on Campus

As mentioned, there is more to student life than lectures and tutorials. Roll up your sleeves and get active on campus somehow – participate in an extracurricular activity, volunteer to show new students around campus during orientation week, attend a faculty ball, or perhaps join a charity project as a member of the planning committee. Do things to create memories that you can look back on fondly.

3.Take Advantage of Work Experience Programmes

University is a great place for learning, but there are limits to what can be taught in a classroom. That is why it is advisable for you to seek out work experience while you are still studying. Not only does this make your résumé look better, it also gives you the opportunity to learn about the type of work you want (or don’t want) to do.

If your course doesn’t include a work-based programme, talk to your professor or your school’s career guidance counsellor. They will be able to point you in the right direction, and may even be able to put you in touch with industry contacts that are willing to take on a student placement.

4. Participate in a Student Exchange Programme

There’s almost no better time to experience the world than in university – after all, this is when you probably have the maturity and independence to take care of yourself while not being burdened with the responsibility of work.

So take this chance to experience student life in a foreign country. It is a good opportunity to pick up a new language, soak up new cultures, and make new friends. After travelling the world a bit, you will become equipped with unique global perspectives and grow more holistically as a person.