Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although it’s a short duration, I’ve gained some insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, boasting a variety of housing choices and lively communities. Students have numerous nearby options, with both student residences and private…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh student. Venturing into the unknown was not a situation my previously reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days back, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months may not seem extensive, I have gathered several insights during this time. London is a dynamic city, known not only for its varied housing options but also for its…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
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 commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Daring to step into the unknown was not familiar territory for my…
Read moreFinding 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 completed nine months in London. While it may seem brief, I’ve gained a significant amount of knowledge. London is a dynamic city, known not only for its varied housing options but also for its energetic communities. Students have a plethora…
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 prior, in October 2022, I experienced anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not something my previously shy and reserved self was…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I commemorated my nine-month journey in London. Though nine months may not seem extensive, I’ve gained considerable insight during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, not only for its varied housing options but also for its dynamic communities. Students have numerous choices available…
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 ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the journey ahead. I was set to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Engaging with the unknown was not something my previously shy and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago, I reached the milestone of nine months living in London. Although this may not seem like a long duration, I have gleaned some valuable experiences during this time. London is an energetic metropolis, providing a broad spectrum of housing alternatives and…
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 prior, in October 2022, I found myself consumed by nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty regarding the future as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Engaging with the unknown was not something my formerly timid and reserved self was…
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