Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months residing in London. Although this timeframe might not seem long, I’ve acquired some perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its extensive accommodation options but also by its varied communities. Students have a plethora of…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to commence my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid self was used to….
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently completed nine months in London, I have gained some insights during my stay. While this duration may seem brief, London impresses with its energetic atmosphere, not just through its varied living options but also its dynamic communities. Students benefit from an array of…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, frightened, and unsure about what the future held. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Taking the plunge into the unknown was not something my former…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this isn’t a lengthy timeframe, I’ve gained some perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its extensive range of housing options but also for its multifaceted communities. Students have numerous alternatives available…
Read moreDo’s 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 felt anxious and uncertain about my future as I prepared to embark on my Materials Science and Engineering degree as a first-year student. Embracing the unknown was not something my formerly timid self was accustomed to. 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 Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While this may not be an extended period, I’ve accumulated some knowledge throughout this time. London is a bustling metropolis, not just for its varied living arrangements but also for its lively communities. Students have…
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 was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of embarking on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t a norm for my previously shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of living in London. While this duration may not be extensive, I’ve acquired some valuable observations. London thrives as a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its myriad housing options but also because of its multifaceted communities. Students…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about the future. I was on the verge of beginning my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved…
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