Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I experienced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the path ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Plunging into the unknown was not something my previously shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. Though it may seem brief, I’ve gained substantial insights throughout this period. London is a bustling metropolis, not only for its wide array of housing options but also for its multicultural populace. Students have…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unknown wasn’t something my previously timid and reserved…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I have acquired a significant amount of knowledge during this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, distinguished not only by its range of housing options but also by its multicultural…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with nerves, fear, and doubt about the future. I was about to begin my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Jumping into the deep end was not something my previously shy and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated my nine-month mark living in London. Although this may seem brief, I’ve acquired some valuable observations during this period. London is an energetic city, providing a diverse range of living arrangements and dynamic communities. Students have a plethora of options…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
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 first-year student. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy and introverted self…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although this duration isn’t extensive, I have gained a substantial amount of knowledge. London is an energetic city, not only because of its varied housing choices but also its vibrant communities. Students enjoy numerous options right…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Reflecting back ten months to October 2022, I experienced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my formerly timid and reserved self…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although it’s not a long duration, I’ve gained some valuable perspectives. London is a dynamic city, renowned not only for its varied housing options but also for its lively communities. Students have a plethora of…
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