Imperial College London or UCLA for Aerospace Engineering?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the decision-making process for choosing between Imperial College London and UCLA for a degree in aerospace engineering. Participants explore various factors influencing this choice, including personal interests, career aspirations, and cultural differences.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant emphasizes the importance of understanding personal goals and interests when choosing a university.
  • The original poster expresses a desire to work with major aerospace companies and seeks advice on which university might provide a better advantage in the job market.
  • Another participant humorously notes a cultural difference in terminology ('Maths' vs. 'Math') as a factor in favor of Imperial College London.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on which university is preferable, and multiple competing views regarding the decision remain present.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not provided specific criteria for evaluating the universities beyond personal aspirations and cultural preferences, leaving the discussion open-ended.

Who May Find This Useful

High school students considering aerospace engineering programs, particularly international students weighing options between universities in the US and UK.

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Hello,

I am a senior at my high school and received offers from Imperial College London and UCLA for aerospace engineering. I am an international student so there is no big financial difference between them. However it is very hard to decide, can anyone who know the pros and cons of these colleges help?

Thanks
 
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It's difficult to answer this without knowing what you're looking for in a university. What is your major? What are your interests?
 
Rockoz said:
It's difficult to answer this without knowing what you're looking for in a university. What is your major? What are your interests?

My major is aerospace engineering. I am an international student, and I am still not sure if I want to continue my studies in the US or UK. Working with companies such as Jaguar, Boeing,Lockheed Martin is my future aspiration so I really want a college which will give me more advantage when recruiters are going to consider me.
 
If you go to imperial you will have to use the term 'Maths' not 'Math'. From that bias alone I would say go to Imperial.
 

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