By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my once timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it may not feel extensive, I have gained various perspectives throughout this period. London is an energetic city, not only due to its numerous accommodation choices but also its wide-ranging communities. Students…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing new experiences was not something my formerly timid…
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 in London. Though it’s a short duration, I’ve gained some insights. London is a vibrant city, not only for its varied housing options but also for its communities. Students have a wealth of choices available. Both student dormitories…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Taking such a significant leap 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 my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. While this period may seem brief, I have gained several insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, notable not only for its plethora of housing choices but also for its multicultural communities. Students have a wide…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, 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 unfamiliar was not in line with my formerly…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I’ve completed nine months of residency in London. Although this might not appear to be an extensive duration, I have acquired several observations in this timeframe. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a diverse array of housing alternatives and dynamic communities. Students have a…
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) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt apprehensive and uncertain about what lay ahead as I geared up to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unfamiliar was not what my formerly reserved self was used to….
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Composed by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although it might appear brief, I have gained considerable insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, offering not only a wide selection of housing options but also a plethora of communities. Students can find ample…
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