Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I was consumed by anxiety, doubt, and a significant amount of fear as I got ready to embark on my first year studying Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. Stepping into university felt like plunging into the unknown—something my previously introverted…
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Here is a rephrased version of the article, keeping the original meaning intact while enhancing clarity and flow: — Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just a short time ago, I reached the nine-month mark of my stay in London. Although this duration may appear brief, it has provided me with…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, uncertainty, and quite a bit of fear as I prepared to embark on my first year studying Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial. As someone who had previously been quite shy and reserved, plunging into…
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just a few days ago, I reached the milestone of nine months residing in London. Although it may not appear as an extended period, it has been sufficient to gather insightful perspectives on life in this vibrant metropolis. London is famed not only for its…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Just a mere ten months ago, in October 2022, I was engulfed in anxiety, doubt, and quite a bit of apprehension as I geared up to start my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. Being someone who has always been rather…
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Nine months ago, I relocated to London to embark on my postgraduate journey. While that may not appear as an extensive period, it has been sufficient for me to acquire some invaluable experiences of residing in this vibrant city. London is not only celebrated for…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, doubt, and quite a bit of anxiety. I was on the verge of starting my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, and the idea of plunging into such a significant life transition felt…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate 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 appear as an extensive duration, it has provided me with valuable perspectives on life in this vibrant city. London showcases not only a rich tapestry of cultures and…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Reflecting on October 2022, I recall feeling anxious, uncertain, and overwhelmed as I geared up to embark on my first year studying Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As someone who has always been fairly reserved, taking the plunge into such a significant life…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just a few days ago, I reached the nine-month mark of residing in London. While it may not appear lengthy, this duration has allowed me to accumulate valuable perspectives on life in this vibrant city. London is not only recognized for its extensive range of…
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