Diangtibahun Emika Lyngdoh Mawphlang

What did you enjoy most about your programme?

The program, although only for a year, allowed me to further venture into the understanding of not only being a teacher, but to also understand how the culture and environment can affect the English learning of students. Further, the more I delved deeper into TESOL, I was able to understand my potential as a Teacher and effectively apply what I have learnt in the course to my classroom context. 

What has been the highlight of your time at Exeter?

The community that I have created here in Exeter has been amazing. Even though my course was only for a year, I was able to make new friends and grow as a person. I have learned so much more about other people’s culture, their traditions and their cuisines. It was incredible. 

What will you miss the most about University?

Definitely the food in Cross Keys. Aside from that, I will miss the friends I made along the way. 

What advice would you give to current and future students? (If you are an international student what would you like to tell future students from back home who might be thinking about applying to study at Exeter?

My advice to those Meghalaya, India is that, if you dream to study in the University of Exeter, then do it. Take that step of faith. Work hard, study even harder but learn to have fun and cherish your life here. 

What are your plans now that you have graduated?

I am looking into applying for a full time job in the Education industry.