Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It has been nine months since I relocated to London, and while that might not appear to be an extensive period, I’ve gained a significant amount of insight into living in this vibrant city. London is not only abundant in culture and heritage, but it…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, doubt, and a hint of fear as I geared up for my first year studying Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As someone who has always been somewhat introverted and quiet, plunging into university life seemed…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just a few days ago, I marked the completion of nine months of residing in London. While it might not seem like an extensive period, it has provided me with significant insights into the lifestyle of this vibrant city. London is renowned not only for…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with apprehension, uncertainty, and a considerable amount of fear about what was ahead. I was on the brink of commencing my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As someone who has typically…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just a few days ago, I marked the completion of nine months residing in London. Although that timeframe might not appear lengthy, it has certainly provided me with ample opportunities to gather valuable perspectives on life within this vibrant city. London is renowned not just…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I found myself filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and quite a bit of fear as I geared up to embark on my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial. As someone who has always been relatively introverted, jumping into university life seemed…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just a few days ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. While it might not seem like an extended period, it has provided me ample opportunity to gain insights about life in this vibrant city. London is well-known not only for its diverse…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in the Freshman Year: Insights Gained from My Experience as a Materials Science Student
Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was apprehensive, uncertain, and a little fearful as I got ready to start my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As a person who has always leaned towards being reserved, plunging into university life…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago marked nine months since I relocated to London. Although that may not seem like an extended period, I’ve picked up a lot during this time. London is an ever-evolving and varied city, showcasing vibrant communities and a plethora of housing options….
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