Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh first-year student. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently completed nine months in London, I’ve gathered a wealth of experiences despite it being a relatively short period. London is a vibrant metropolis, offering not only a variety of housing options but also a rich tapestry of communities. Students enjoy numerous choices right…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious, frightened, and unsure of what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly timid…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
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 some insights. London is dynamic, presenting a variety of housing alternatives and communities. Students have ample options, such as ensuite and suite bathrooms, shared and private rooms,…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the First 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 about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar 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 hit the nine-month mark of my stay in London. While this may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve acquired a significant amount of knowledge. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its array of housing possibilities but also for…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into unfamiliar territory was not something my once-timid…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of my stay in London. While it may not seem extensive, I have gathered a fair amount of knowledge. London is a bustling metropolis, characterized not just by its varied living arrangements but also by its dynamic communities….
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) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, anxiety, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into unfamiliar territory was not something my previously introverted…
Read moreDiscovering 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. Although this isn’t a lengthy period, I’ve acquired some insights. London pulsates with energy, not only in its varied housing options but also in its communities. Students have numerous choices right at their fingertips. Both student…
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