Ziyi
Ziyi is from China. He obtained a BSc at the Harbin Institute of Technology before enrolling in the ICT Innovation programme. In his spare time, he enjoys playing football and the guitar, as well as a cosy night out with friends at a pub.
Why did you choose this master's programme at KTH?
Considering KTH's strong QS ranking and Sweden's open society, KTH is highly regarded in my country. As a result, many outstanding Chinese students choose to apply to this school if they wish to study in Europe.
What are the best aspects of your programme?
In my programme, there is a diverse selection of fascinating courses available for me to choose from, catering to a wide range of interests and needs within my field. I have the opportunity to tailor my coursework to enhance my capabilities and delve deeper into my areas of passion. Also, the professors and my peers within the programme are approachable, supportive, and always available to provide insight and assistance in response to any questions I may have.
What are some of your favourite courses so far?
I really enjoyed the Data Mining Advanced course. As mentioned earlier, at KTH, I have the freedom to choose the courses I'm interested in. Initially, I had to take the mandatory Data Mining (Basic) course as per my curriculum. However, I wanted to challenge myself, so I later opted for the advanced version of the course. The advanced level requires more effort as I have to implement algorithms from research papers. The teaching assistants are there to provide support and answer any questions, which is really beneficial for me.
Have you experienced any culture shock?
This year has been quite eye-opening for me as it's my first experience studying abroad. I've had many moments of culture shock, mainly because I've had the opportunity to interact with so many people from different countries for the first time. In China, I'd typically hang out with my friends at a karaoke or BBQ party. However, in Europe, the norm seems to be going to the pub and chatting. The culinary differences have been quite striking as well. In China, we usually dedicate more time to cooking during lunchtime, whereas in Sweden, it seems that the popular choices are quick options like salad, pizza, and sandwiches.
What do you want to do after graduating?
I'm really excited about finding a job in Europe that matches my field of study. I feel so lucky to have landed a summer internship here, and I think it's a great way to kick off my career journey.