Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously introverted and timid self…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month mark since my relocation to London. Although this feels brief, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a plethora of housing choices and dynamic communities. Students have numerous options available, such as student residences and private lodging…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months 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 freshman. Taking a plunge into the unknown was not something my formerly shy and…
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 my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it may not seem extensive, I have gathered several observations throughout this time. London is an energetic metropolis, celebrated for its varied housing options and dynamic neighborhoods. Students enjoy a wide array…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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 filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. As a first-year student, I was poised to commence my journey in Materials Science and Engineering. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted and cautious self…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago marked the completion of my nine-month journey in London. While this duration might not appear extensive, I have gained considerable knowledge during this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, not merely for its wide variety of housing options but also for…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was just starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh first-year student. Jumping into unfamiliar territory was something my formerly reserved self had little experience with. Looking…
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. Although nine months may not seem lengthy, I have gained some valuable perspectives during this period. London is an energetic metropolis, presenting a wide range of housing choices and lively communities. Students have a plethora of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for 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 anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and reserved…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although this timeframe may not be lengthy, it has proven to be quite illuminating. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its vast selection of housing options but also for the varied communities that…
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