한국통신학회 KICS

My IT Experience in Korea and Abroad​

Chosun University​ MUTALEMWA LILIAN CHA 

Coming to study in Korea

​It was in January 2017 when I received my admission letter from Chosun University. I was very excited that I was coming to pursue my Ph.D degree in the Department of Computer Engineering at Chosun University. Although I had already travelled to more than ten countries including Switzerland, United Kingdom, Sweden, Mauritius, Rwanda, South Africa, and France, I knew that my experience in South Korea was going to be incredibly different. I had heard stories about the delicious food in South Korea and the interesting Korean culture and language. Moreover, I had heard that South Korea is a technologically advanced country and home to the tech giants Samsung and LG. Since I was aiming to pursue a Ph.D degree in IT, I decided that South Korea was the place for me. Therefore, I processed my visa at the Korean Embassy in Tanzania and six weeks later, I was at Chosun University, Gwangju. I joined Professor Seokjoo Shin lab and begun my studies. The Gyeongbokgung palace in Seoul is one of the first historical places I got to visit.

 

My IT experience in Korea and abroad

​My IT experience in Korea is notably different from my experience abroad. For instance, while I was involved in many IT projects in my previous roles, I did not get enough resources and skills to attain substantial research output. Under the supervision of Professor Seokjoo Shin at Chosun University, I have been able to acquire enough knowledge, skills, and resources to conduct intensive research work. In my most recent publication, I explored the techniques and mechanisms for achieving ultra-low latency and reliable communications in the fifth-generation (5G) mobile communication systems and beyond 5G networks. Specifically, I discussed about artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled techniques for 5G and beyond 5G networks.  In my other recent publications, I evaluated and enhanced the performance of routing protocols in wireless monitoring networks. Moreover, I have been able to take part in local and international conferences. Most of the conferences I have attended have been on the topics of wireless communication systems and AI. My most recent local conference was held in Jeju Island. Jeju Island is a beautiful place which reminds me of Zanzibar Island in my country Tanzania. During my leisure time at Chosun University, I enjoy visiting the Rose Garden inside the university campus. I can happily say that, in Korea, I have been equipped with useful skills and knowledge that I believe will open numerous opportunities in my future endeavours. 

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LILIAN C. MUTALEMWA received her high school diploma from College du Leman International School, Geneva, Switzerland, in 2004. Also, she received the BEng. degree  in telecommunications engineering from the University of Essex, England, United Kingdom, in 2008, and the  MSc. degree in mobile and satellite communications from the University of Surrey, England, United Kingdom, in 2010. Since 2012, she has been with The Open University of Tanzania, Tanzania, where she is also an Assistant Lecturer with the Department of Information and Communication Technology. Currently, she is involved in a project from Brain Korea 21 (BK21) project. Previously, she was involved in various IT related projects funded by international organizations such as the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency and the Commonwealth of Learning, Canada. She is currently pursuing the Ph.D. degree in the Department of Computer Engineering at Chosun University, Gwangju, South Korea. Her current research interests include wireless communication systems, 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), and network security and privacy.

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The Rose Garden at Chosun University

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