Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of my time in London. Although this might seem like a brief period, I’ve gathered some reflections throughout this experience. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its array of housing alternatives but also for its…
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Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Abode 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. Although it may not seem extensive, I have gained considerable insight. London is dynamic, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also by its vibrant communities. Students have a plethora of choices available. Both…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Diving headfirst into this experience was not typical for…
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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. Although it’s a brief period, I’ve gathered some valuable experiences. London is a vibrant metropolis, presenting a wide range of housing choices and varied communities. Students have countless options available. Both student accommodations and…
Read moreDos 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 overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously introverted…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it’s a brief period, I’ve picked up several insights. London pulses with energy, providing a variety of housing opportunities and communities. Students can find numerous options, such as student residences and private lodgings…
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 ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Diving into the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy 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 Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Though it might not appear substantial, I have gleaned some valuable observations during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, known not only for its varied housing options but also for its energetic…
Read moreDos and Don’ts During the Initial 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 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 freshman. Making the leap into the unknown was not something my previously introverted…
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