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 the future. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing 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 completed nine months living in London. While not an extensive duration, I’ve gained a considerable amount of insight. London is an energetic metropolis, not solely for its range of housing choices but also for its varied communities. Students have a plethora…
Read moreDos 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 filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was quite foreign to my previously introverted…
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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 the duration isn’t extensive, I’ve gained significant insights. London is dynamic, presenting a variety of housing choices and communities. Students can select from options including student residences and private housing, featuring ensuite and…
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 felt anxious and unsure about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously shy self was used to. Looking…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While this timeframe may not seem extensive, I’ve gathered several observations. London is an energetic city, not only for its vast selection of housing options but also for its varied communities. Students have a multitude…
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, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. 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 formerly shy and reserved…
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 residing in London. While it may not seem lengthy, I have gathered some insights. London is dynamic, presenting a variety of housing options and communities. Students have numerous alternatives at their fingertips, ranging from student housing to private rentals,…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights I’ve Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about the future. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown wasn’t something my previously timid and reserved nature was…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago, I completed nine months in London. While it may not be an extended period, I’ve gained a considerable amount of knowledge. London pulses with life, not only due to its varied housing choices but also because of its vibrant communities. Students…
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