Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unknown was an experience my formerly shy self was not…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months residing in London. Although this duration may not be extensive, I’ve gained valuable perspectives along the way. London is a vibrant city, not only for its range of housing options but also for the variety of communities that call it…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Braving the unknown was not something my previously timid and introverted self was…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Though this duration isn’t extensive, I’ve gathered various insights. London is an energetic city, offering not just a range of housing choices but also a melting pot of communities. Students have numerous options available. Both student…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months have passed since October 2022, a time when I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into unfamiliar territory was far…
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 living in London. Although it may not be a long duration, I have gained significant insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, providing a variety of housing possibilities and active communities. Students have numerous selections, ranging from student residences to…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, ten months prior, I was consumed by nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously shy and introverted…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I reached the nine-month mark of my stay in London. While nine months may seem brief, I’ve gained valuable insights throughout this period. London is an energetic city, known not just for its varied housing options but also for its lively communities. Students find…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights I’ve Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid self was familiar with….
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although it’s not a lengthy duration, I’ve acquired some perspectives. London is a vibrant city, not just for its varied housing options but also for its eclectic communities. Students have a wide range of choices available…
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