Do engineering students have time for hobbies?
It is possible to make time for hobbies while studying engineering. However, periods when lectures coincide with experiments, practical exercises, reports, and examinations can be busy, and the amount of free time varies by year, department, and course load. Check class schedules and assignment deadlines early, and plan how to use free periods and holidays.
Key points
- Experiments and report deadlines can make some periods especially busy.
- Planning ahead for free periods and holidays is useful.
- Before enrolling, check the curriculum and example class schedules.
Things to check
- The number of classes and amount of coursework vary by university, department, and year, so check the official curriculum and information for current students.