Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the journey ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Jumping into the unknown was not something my formerly shy and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. While it’s a relatively short duration, I’ve gained insights during this time. London is a bustling metropolis, celebrated for its varied housing choices and lively communities. Students have an array of options at their…
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 was anxious, frightened, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of commencing my Materials Science and Engineering degree as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly shy and reserved personality…
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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. Although nine months may not seem lengthy, I’ve gathered some observations through this experience. London is a bustling metropolis, notable not only for its varied living arrangements but also for its multicultural neighborhoods. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of 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 felt anxious and uncertain about the future as I began my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Engaging with the unknown was not something I was used to as a previously reserved individual. Looking back now,…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the milestone of nine months in London. Although this may not seem extensive, I’ve acquired valuable insights. London is a bustling metropolis, recognized for its varied living arrangements and dynamic neighborhoods. Students have a wide array of options, including student…
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) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about my future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown wasn’t something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back…
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 of my stay in London. While this duration may not seem extensive, I have gathered various insights. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a plethora of housing choices and a mix of communities. Students find themselves with ample…
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 back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nervousness, anxiety, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown 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 Not long ago, I completed nine months in London. Although this may not seem extensive, I’ve gathered some valuable experiences throughout this period. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its wide array of housing options but also for its multicultural population. Students have…
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