Authored 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 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 and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months living in London. While this timeframe may seem brief, I’ve gained several perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, renowned not just for its diverse housing options but also for its multicultural populations. Students have a plethora of choices…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I achieved the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this time frame is relatively brief, I have gained significant insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its extensive selection of housing options but also its multicultural communities. Students…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself overwhelmed by nerves, fears, and uncertainties about what lay ahead. I was poised to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although this timeframe might seem brief, I have absorbed a wealth of knowledge. London is a dynamic metropolis, notable not only for its varied living arrangements but also for its lively communities. Students are…
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) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, 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 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 marked nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem lengthy, I’ve gained a wealth of experience. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a wide array of housing types and lively neighborhoods. Students face a myriad of options. Both…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) A decade ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. 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 timid and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. While it may not be a lengthy period, I’ve gained valuable insights. London is a dynamic city, presenting a range of housing choices and lively communities. Students have various options, including student residences and private lodgings…
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