Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated reaching nine months of residing in London. Although this period isn’t extensive, I’ve gained some insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, renowned not only for its varied housing options but also for its energetic communities. Students enjoy numerous choices right…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Diving into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While this duration may seem brief, I’ve gathered various observations. London is dynamic, featuring a wide array of housing options and communities. Students have an abundance of choices, from student residences to private rentals,…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, ten months ago, I felt anxious and uncertain about embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing something unfamiliar was unlike my typically reserved self. Looking back on the past year, I realize it was a journey of personal…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although this may not seem extensive, I’ve gained a considerable amount of experience. London is a vibrant metropolis, presenting a variety of housing options and community diversity. Students are presented with an array of choices. Both…
Read moreDo’s 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 found myself filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead as I entered my degree program in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was something my previously reserved self was not used to….
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months in London. Although this duration may not seem extensive, I’ve absorbed several insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, not solely for its varied housing options but also for its diverse communities. Students enjoy a plethora of choices. Both student housing…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unknown was not something my previously…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem like a long time, I’ve gained some perspective. London is an energetic metropolis, presenting a myriad of housing options and dynamic neighborhoods. Students enjoy a plethora of alternatives, comprising…
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Authored by Dawson La, Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was preparing to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into unfamiliar territory was not something my…
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