Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated reaching the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it may appear brief, I’ve accumulated some observations throughout this period. London is an energetic metropolis, characterized not only by its wide array of housing choices but also by its varied…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as an incoming freshman. Stepping into the unknown was not something my formerly shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I reached the nine-month mark of residing in London. Although this duration may not seem extensive, I have gathered some observations throughout my time here. London is an energetic city, not only because of its vast array of housing options but also due to…
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Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back…
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. While it may not seem like a lengthy timeframe, I’ve gained a few perspectives throughout this duration. London is a bustling metropolis, featuring a vast range of housing options and dynamic communities. Students have…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, 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 something my previously timid 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 may not seem extensive, I have encountered several insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, providing a varied array of living arrangements and lively communities. Students have numerous choices, ranging from student residences…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid self was familiar…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Dwelling in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I’ve recently hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While that’s not an extensive period, I’ve gathered some insights. London is an energetic metropolis, not only because of its varied living options but also due to its dynamic communities. Students have a multitude of…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t exactly what my previously shy and…
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