Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was about to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something I, in my former shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months residing in London. While it’s not an extensive period, I’ve picked up several insights. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a variety of housing choices and dynamic communities. Students are offered numerous options, including student residences and private…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Freshman Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Plunging into the unknown was not a familiar territory for my previously…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently reached the milestone of nine months of residing in London. Although this duration may not seem extensive, I’ve gained some valuable insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, known not only for its wide-ranging housing choices but also for its multicultural communities. Students find…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I started my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously introverted self was used to. Looking back on the last academic year, I recognize a journey filled with…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While this duration may appear brief, I’ve gleaned several observations in this period. London is a dynamic city, not only for its wide variety of housing options but also for its multicultural communities. 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 ago, in October 2022, I felt nervous and uncertain about what lay ahead as I was about to start my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not a situation my formerly timid self was familiar…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. Though it’s not a lengthy span, I’ve accrued some experiences. London is a bustling metropolis, characterized not just by its wide-ranging housing options but also its dynamic communities. Students are presented with a wealth…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back now, I…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Graduate
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not too long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it’s not an extended period, I’ve grasped a few insights. London is an energetic metropolis, recognized for its wide range of housing options and communities. Students find ample choices readily available, with…
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