By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, fears, and uncertainties about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unfamiliar wasn’t something my formerly shy and reserved self was…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. While it may not appear lengthy, I have accumulated some valuable perspectives during this period. London is a dynamic city, presenting a broad array of housing choices and thriving communities. Students have an abundance of options…
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Authored by Dawson La, MEng in Materials Science and Engineering Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Plunging into the unknown wasn’t something I was familiar with…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I have completed nine months of residing in London. While it might not sound extensive, I have gained considerable knowledge throughout this period. London is a vibrant city, not only because of its variety of housing options but also because of its multicultural communities….
Read moreDos and Don’ts During the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the cusp of commencing my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Facing the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of my stay in London. Although it may not seem extensive, I’ve garnered a few perspectives. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a variety of housing options and lively communities. Students have numerous selections, ranging from student residences to private…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embarking on this new journey was quite the departure for my…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary residing in London. While this may not seem extensive, I have gained a wealth of knowledge. London is an energetic metropolis, not only due to its varied housing possibilities but also because of its dynamic communities. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Learner
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, a little over ten months ago, I experienced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was preparing to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a new student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago signified nine months since my relocation to London. Although this may not seem like a lengthy period, I have gained considerable insights. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a variety of housing choices and dynamic communities. Students enjoy numerous options…
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