Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my Materials Science and Engineering degree as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. While that may not seem like a long duration, I have gained extensive insights. London is an energetic metropolis, providing an array of housing alternatives and multicultural communities. Students have various options available, from student residences…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I experienced a mix of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was foreign to my previously shy and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Though it’s not an extensive period, I’ve gained some insights. London is a vibrant city, presenting a variety of housing choices and multicultural communities. Students have numerous options available, with both student residences and private lodgings…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I found myself filled with anxiety and uncertainty as I geared up to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something the previously reserved version of myself…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months in London. Though it might seem brief, I’ve gained considerable insights. The vibrancy of London extends beyond its varied living arrangements to its communities. Students enjoy numerous options right at their doorstep. Various student accommodations and private living…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted and reserved self…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Abode in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although this may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve gathered some perspectives. London is an energetic metropolis, celebrated not only for its diverse housing options but also for the vibrant communities present. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly shy…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just recently, I completed nine months of my time in London. Although it might not feel lengthy, I’ve acquired some valuable perspectives during this period. London is a lively metropolis, presenting a broad range of housing choices and active communities. Students have a multitude of…
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