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 about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my typically shy and 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. While it may not seem extensive, I’ve gained various insights. London pulsates with energy, not only due to its varied housing choices but also because of its vibrant communities. Students have a wide array…
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 ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was about to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved…
Read moreDiscovering 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 celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I have gained considerable insights during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, renowned not only for its varied housing options but also for its dynamic communities….
Read moreDo’s 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 prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, 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 shy…
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. While it may seem brief, I have gained a wealth of knowledge. London is alive with energy, presenting various housing options and communities. Students can choose from a range of accommodations, including student housing and private…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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 was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. As a first-year student, I was about to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering. Entering the unfamiliar was not something my shy and introverted self…
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 celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it may not seem extensive, I’ve gained substantial insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, offering a plethora of housing choices and various communities. Students can find numerous options available right at their fingertips….
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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 felt anxious, frightened, and uncertain about what was ahead as I prepared to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in such new experiences wasn’t something my previously timid and introverted…
Read moreLocating Your New Abode in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although this timeframe isn’t extensive, I’ve accumulated some observations. London is an energetic city, presenting a plethora of housing options and lively neighborhoods. Students have countless alternatives available to them. Both student accommodations and private rentals…
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