Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residence in London. Although this period is not exceptionally lengthy, I’ve gained substantial insights. London stands out as a vibrant city, not only for its diverse living arrangements but also because of its varied communities. Students have a multitude…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was poised to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into uncharted territory wasn’t something my previously timid and introverted self…
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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. Though it may not seem extensive, I have gained some insights. London is dynamic, presenting a wide array of housing options and communities. Students can choose from numerous alternatives, such as student residences and…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
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 embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Jumping into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly reserved self was used to. Looking back now, I…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although it may seem brief, I’ve acquired a great deal of insight. London is vibrant, offering a myriad of housing options alongside its diverse communities. Students have an array of choices, ranging from student…
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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 degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although it’s not an extensive period, I have gained considerable experience. London is a vibrant metropolis, presenting a broad range of housing options and varied communities. Students encounter abundant selections, from student residences to independent lodgings,…
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Authored by Dawson La, MEng in Materials Science and Engineering Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Entering into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted 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 marked my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although nine months is not a lengthy time frame, I’ve gathered some valuable insights. London is an energetic metropolis, known not only for its wide variety of housing options but also for its…
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 back, in October 2022, I was engulfed in anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly introverted…
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