Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what awaited me. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved self was familiar with. Looking back on the…
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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. While it may not appear lengthy, I’ve acquired a considerable amount of knowledge during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, not solely for its varied housing choices but also because of its dynamic…
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, fear, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my…
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 nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem extensive, I have gained some insights. London is a dynamic city, not only for its varied housing options but also due to its lively communities. Students enjoy a plethora…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious, fearful, and uncertain about the road 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 previously timid…
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 celebrated nine months of residing in London. While the time has been brief, I’ve gained several observations throughout this period. London is a vibrant city, not only due to its multitude of housing choices but also because of its varied communities….
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, anxiety, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into uncharted territory was not something my previously…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While it may not seem extensive, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also by its rich communities. Students have a multitude of choices…
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 eleven months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Jumping headfirst into the unknown was not what my formerly timid self was…
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 finished a nine-month stint in London. While this duration might appear brief, I have accrued several observations along the way. London is an energetic metropolis, presenting a multitude of housing alternatives and a wide range of communities. Students encounter various options,…
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