What Nisha says about the Master's in Wireless Communications

Nisha from India

Could you please tell us a little bit about yourself and your educational background?

"I am Nisha Prabhu Aravinda Prabhu, an engineer by choice and a banker by profession, from India. My background is a Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication Engineering. I graduated in 2015 from M G University, India. I became a banker in my first profession owing to family circumstances and the availability of jobs at that time. Nevertheless, I always took pride in myself being an engineer, and longed to pursue my career in this domain."

About the programme

Why did you choose Lund University and why did this particular programme appeal to you?

"I moved to Lund in 2022, giving myself a break from my banking profession. I wanted to continue studies in my field of specialisation in engineering and it could not have been any better than starting the Master's in Wireless Communications at Lund University. This was because I always fathomed to understand wireless technologies, their prevalence in the modern world, and their immense future potential. Therefore, pursuing a Master's in Engineering in the same domain was an excellent opportunity."

Why should prospective students choose this programme? Do you have a favourite course?

"The University creates an environment which challenges oneself to continuously break their boundaries, unleash their quest which naturally paves a way for growth and later build a successful career. The university provides world-class facilities, in an international setting curating oneself to academic excellence. I was deeply motivated while attending the courses in Antenna Technology, Digital Communication and Wireless System Design and would recommend a future student to the like at any time."

How 'international' is your programme?

"The programme is truly international. The community of students is very unique and multicultural with varied exposure to different ideas and backgrounds."

The academic environment

What do you think of the teaching style and the way of studying here? What are the lecturers and professors like?

"The teaching style at Lund University leaves the student with responsibility on oneself to learn and, at the same time gives the freedom to interact with the professors to gain a deeper understanding of the subjects. The professors give students the freedom to deep dive into various subject areas, while continuously challenging them with subject assignments encompassing measurements from practical scenarios. The lectures also gather students’ attention, with opportunities to share their ideas, encouraging productive discussions in an international classroom setting."

What is the academic/learning environment like?

"It is a very international environment which provides a great possibility to meet and make friends across the world, creating a unique ambience for studies. Lund University also organises student fairs connecting the students to the industries and subject workshops to cultivate new ideas leading to innovation."

Have you been able to gain any practical experience during your studies so far?

"The exercises in the laboratories encompass real-life measurements and technical scenarios. The laboratories also give the students exposure to the latest research apparatus of the doctoral students, motivating them towards a career in research."

Have you had any opportunities for networking within the programme? Do you work with companies?

"I had an opportunity to meet with representatives from various companies during the ARKAD job fair. I look forward to applying to the Master's thesis opportunities at one of the companies soon after this semester."

Being an international student in Lund

How do you like living in Sweden? Did you feel welcome here? What surprised you most about Sweden?

"Sweden is quite a cold country compared to where I am from, but with warm people. I found it very welcoming here and the fact that I could manage my life by speaking English. Learning Swedish is always desired, but if one is lazy, no one will discriminate against you in this aspect. What surprised me the most are very long hauls of drizzling rain, sun cycles over the seasons and the vividly beautiful nature."

What are the highlights of your time here so far?

"A unique experience living abroad, a wonderful season of snow, and flexible academic life."

What is studying in Sweden like compared to studying in your country or other countries you studied in?

"Compared to my home country, the programme allows a student to conduct a very practical approach to the subject, leveraging one’s potential to solve real-life problems."

Future plans and advice for prospective students

What are you planning to do after your studies?

"Pursue a career in Wireless technologies, possibly contributing to the development of a next-generation wireless paradigm."

If you would recommend Lund, what would you say?

"Lund is a small student city, very bicycle friendly, and full of student life."

Do you have any advice for other students who are considering coming to Lund?

"Lund is very special, you will enjoy it here!"