Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what the future held. I was on the verge of commencing my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. With my naturally shy and reserved disposition,…
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Nine months ago, I relocated to London to commence my postgraduate studies, and although that might not appear to be a lengthy period, it has certainly provided ample opportunity to absorb a great deal about residing in this vibrant city. London is not only abundant…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights I’ve Gained as a Materials Science Student
Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, doubt, and a significant amount of fear. I was on the brink of starting my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, and the prospect of immersing myself in such an entirely new and…
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It has been nine months since I relocated to London—a brief period, yet enough to gather some insightful experiences regarding life in this vibrant metropolis. London is abundant in history and culture, and it presents a broad spectrum of living arrangements and lively communities that…
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) Reflecting on October 2022, I recall experiencing nerves, uncertainties, and a sense of being somewhat overwhelmed as I geared up to commence my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As a person who had always leaned towards shyness and restraint, stepping…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It’s been nine months since I made the move to London, and while that might not appear to be an extended period, it has given me ample opportunity to gain insight into residing in this lively city. London is exceptionally vibrant—not only in terms of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Here is a rephrased version of the article that maintains its original meaning and structure: — Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was engulfed in nerves, unsure feelings, and a healthy dose of apprehension. I was on the brink of starting my first year in…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It has been nine months since I relocated to London, and while that might not feel like a lengthy period, it has provided me with ample opportunity to understand life in this vibrant city. London boasts not only a wealth of culture and diversity but…
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) In October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, doubt, and a healthy dose of fear. I was about to embark on my first year of studying Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, and the idea of engaging in something so new and unfamiliar felt…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
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 a lengthy period, I have gained a significant amount of insight into residing in this vibrant city. London is not only abundant in culture and history but…
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