Lifestyle and Academic Support

Social, Recreational and Cultural Activities

The Residential Life Team provides a wide variety of sporting activities, social functions and services for Residents to better ensure that life on residence is fun, diverse and full of opportunities. Activities include sporting competitions, dances, video nights and much more.

Residents are eligible for appointment to the many leadership positions available each year within the Residential Life Team.

Some of the amenities available at Mackay include:

• Table Tennis Table
• Pool Table
• Small Outdoor Gymnasium
• Common Room
• Sporting equipment

In addition, Mackay Student Residence is situated in close proximity to the University’s academic buildings, student amenities and library. There is access to:

• Dedicated teaching and project rooms for Education and Engineering students
• State of the art lecture theatres featuring the latest presentation and audio-visual equipment.
• High-tech multimedia labs
• 24 hour computer laboratory access
• Purpose built 200-seat proscenium theatre with full height fly-tower and 17 fly lines on a 12 metre deep stage including professionally equipped lighting and sound
• Music teaching studios and practice rooms
• Recording Studio
• Photocopying, scanning and printing facilities
• State of the art library facilities with access to an extensive array of online databases and special use drama and music theatre collections so students are able to source the latest information in their chosen fields.
• A food outlet on campus provides a variety of food and drinks (drink and food items can also be obtained from vending machines)

Student Peer Networks

The Residential Life Team hold regular meetings for residents undertaking the same program to give residents the opportunity to discuss courses and talk with students who are at different stages in their study. This can also be good for residents wanting to purchase second hand textbooks and can be a way to create new social connections between residents of Mackay Student Residence.

Music Conservatorium

The Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music (CQCM) is part of the School of Creative and Performing Arts within the Faculty of Arts, Business, Informatics & Education of CQUniversity, with the responsibility for the overview and development of all aspects of music and theatre across the University.

Tutorial Support and Join-in

Student Leaders provide complimentary study assistance and support to residents. You will also have access to the Join-in Program which provides subject specific tutorial sessions. General tutorials are also held and may cover topics such as study skills, time management, assignment writing, CV and job applications.

Computer Facilities

Mackay Campus has a 24 hour computer lab providing access to computers and printers as well as photocopying facilities. All bedrooms are equipped with a network and broadband connection to enable access to the University’s computing services including the Internet. Wireless network is also available.