Authored by Dawson La, Master’s in Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unknown was not something…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Though this may not seem extensive, I’ve collected a range of observations. London is a dynamic city that presents a myriad of housing choices and vibrant neighborhoods. Students have a wealth of options available to…
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) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Embracing the unknown was not something my formerly shy and reserved personality…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it may not feel extensive, I’ve gleaned valuable perspectives during my stay. London is a dynamic metropolis, not only for its wide-ranging housing options but also for its rich tapestry of communities. Students find…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing 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 Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I have gained some insights during this period. London is a dynamic metropolis, characterized by its variety of housing options as well as its diverse communities. Students have an abundance…
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 filled with anxiety and uncertainty as I embarked on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid self was used to. Looking back now, I recognize…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While this may not seem like an extended time, I have gathered quite a few experiences during my stay. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only because of its wide range of living arrangements but…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. 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 once shy and…
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 marked my nine-month milestone of residing in London. While this duration may seem brief, I have acquired several insights. London is a vibrant city, renowned not only for its diverse living arrangements but also for its multitude of communities. Students have…
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