Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Plunging into the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. While it might not appear significant, I have gained a wealth of experience during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, famous not just for its varied living arrangements but also for its dynamic…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, frightened, and unsure about what lay ahead. I was just about to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously timid and reserved self…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I have reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I’ve gathered valuable perspectives during this time. London is an energetic city, not solely for its varied living arrangements but also for its multicultural populace. Students have a…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not a situation my previously timid and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of living in London. Though this isn’t a lengthy duration, I’ve gained some perspectives. London is a vibrant city, not only due to its wide range of housing options but also because of its multicultural communities. Students have a wealth…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was nervous and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my formerly reserved self was accustomed to. Looking back now, I can…
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 marked nine months of residing in London. Although this duration may not seem extensive, I have gathered some valuable experiences along the way. London is a dynamic metropolis, characterized not only by its vast housing options but also by its eclectic…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious and uncertain about the future. I was embarking on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my formerly timid self was used to….
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Postgraduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked my ninth month living in London. While this may not seem extensive, I have acquired several observations during this period. London is a vibrant city, not just because of its wide range of housing options but also its eclectic communities. Students have…
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