Which 3D modelling software should I go with

[ATH019]

This isn't to do with 3D modelling and rendering services as such, so sorry if this is the wrong forum.  Basically I'm doing a computer graphics design course and one of the tasks is to produce 3D models and I'm wondering which software I should use.  Have looked briefly at Blender, Maya and 3Ds Max but can't decide which one, so suggestions needed.  
I'm not a computer graphics expert in any sense (still learning through this course...), so simple terms appreciated.  Thanks!

[McGaskil]

In my experience Blender is the easiest to use however 3Ds Max is more comprehensive and is an industry standard.  I've used it a lot and you can even get a free version if you're studying by visiting Autodesk's website.  Hope this helps.

[A.Jenery]

Never used blender just the other two.  2Ds Max is slightly easier to learn than Maya imho, but Maya has more special effects for certain things anyway.

[cybernut]

Free version of blender is what I used when starting out in 3d modelling, then I switched to max.

[ATH019]

Thanks everyone for your responses.  I think I'll go with 3Ds.  Did some SE queries and it's true, there is a free student version

[MsLeon]

Yep free student version is a plus but max is a big prog w' lots to it.  Blender's easier also free.