Anuruvi Mirisse Lankage chose JYU for its Master’s Degree Programme in Nanoscience, appreciating its dedicated Nanoscience Centre and multidisciplinary approach that allows specialisation in chemistry, physics, or biology. Initially, Anuruvi was worried about the formality of the studies, but she soon discovered that the lecturers are very friendly and approachable. She especially values the programme’s practical nature and extensive lab work, where she’s gained experience with rare instruments and advanced techniques. She feels that the programme allows her not only to study her favourite subjects but also to gain real, hands-on experience in an encouraging academic environment.
I am Anuruvi, from Sri Lanka and I study nanoscience at the University of Jyväskylä (JYU). I came to JYU mainly because of the master’s programme in Nanoscience.
What really stood out to me about JYU was the fact that the university has a dedicated Nanoscience Centre and is a multidisciplinary programme that allows students to specialise in chemistry, physics, or biology.
Of course, Jyväskylä is a beautiful city, and Finland is a nice and safe place to live, but above all, my main reason was getting my master’s degree in the field of nanoscience. So, when I was searching for master’s programmes, I focused on universities that offered nanoscience, and what really stood out to me about JYU was the fact that the university has a dedicated Nanoscience Center and is a multidisciplinary programme that allows students to specialise in chemistry, physics, or biology.
Hands-on learning with state-of-the-art facilities
I started my master’s journey filled with hope. My hopes were fully met. I was scared because I expected very formal and strict teaching. To my pleasant surprise, however, the lecturers are extremely friendly and approachable, even though they are highly qualified. Students call them by their first names, and they are always open to questions and discussion. This openness and kind approach impressed me.
I’ve spent a lot of time in the lab, learning different experimental techniques, operating rare and expensive instruments, and even gaining experience in the cleanroom.
I am enjoying the studies a lot. I’ve been taking nanoscience courses as well as chemistry courses that match my interests. Apart from a few mandatory subjects, I have the freedom to design my study plan, which is very convenient. I also like how practical the courses are. I’ve spent a lot of time in the lab, learning different experimental techniques, operating rare and expensive instruments, and even gaining experience in the cleanroom.
We can choose many of our lab sessions, which makes the learning experience even more enjoyable. I love how there is guidance and training available for the practical sessions, and no judgement when you need help.
Studying what I love in a welcoming and supporting environment
What I love most about this programme is the balance between theory and practice. We are constantly encouraged to think critically and solve challenging problems, and the lecturers are always supportive. I feel that I am not just studying my favourite subjects but also gaining real, hands-on experience in an encouraging academic environment.
Overall, I genuinely love every detail of this master’s programme. It can be tough and hard sometimes, as studying for as master’s degree is not easy at all. But it is worth it when you get to study what you love in a friendly and welcoming environment.
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