Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and quite a bit of fear. I was on the brink of starting my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, and as someone who has always leaned towards being…
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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 apprehension. I was just about to embark on my first year studying Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As someone who had always been somewhat shy and…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I experienced a whirlwind of nerves, uncertainty, and a fair bit of apprehension. I was on the brink of starting my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, and the prospect of embarking on this new journey felt overwhelming—particularly…
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having relocated to London nine months ago, I have gained a wealth of experience in navigating life within this lively metropolis. London’s vibrancy is not only reflected in its array of housing choices but also in the diverse communities that inhabit it. Whether you are…
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 filled with anxiety, doubt, and a healthy amount of fear about what was to come. I was just embarking on my journey as a first-year student in the Materials Science and Engineering MEng program at Imperial College London….
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days back, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While it might not sound like a long duration, it has provided me with valuable perspectives on life in this bustling city. London is renowned not only for its diverse range of…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, uncertainty, and quite a bit of fear. I was on the verge of starting my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, and the prospect of venturing into something so unfamiliar felt intimidating—especially for…
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It has been nine months since I relocated to London, and although that might not appear to be an extensive duration, it has certainly granted me the opportunity to acquire a substantial understanding of residing in this vibrant city. London is not just abundant in…
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