Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Though nine months might not sound lengthy, I’ve acquired several observations throughout this period. London is a dynamic metropolis, not only for its vast selection of housing options but also for its varied communities. Students have…
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Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously timid and reserved self was used to. Looking back, I recognize a…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this timeframe isn’t particularly long, I’ve gathered several observations. London is an energetic metropolis, not merely for its extensive housing options but also for its multifaceted communities. Students have a plethora of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for 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 felt a mix of anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself into the unknown was not something my formerly timid…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Abode in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my nine-month milestone in London. Though this duration might seem brief, I have gained some insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, notable not only for its array of housing choices but also for its vibrant communities. Students have an abundance…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was poised to start my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my once-timid self was used to. Looking back now,…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Though it might not appear lengthy, I’ve gained considerable insight during this period. London is an energetic metropolis, not only regarding its diverse living arrangements but also for the communities that inhabit it. Students have a…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly introverted and…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem like an extended period, I’ve gained considerable experience. London is an energetic metropolis, not only due to its varied housing options but also because of its dynamic communities. Students have numerous…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Year One: Insights 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 as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not a domain my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back, the year encompassed personal…
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