Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, anxiety, 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 unfamiliar was a departure from my…
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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 period isn’t extensive, I have gained a wealth of experience. London is an energetic city, renowned not only for its varied housing options but also for its lively neighborhoods. Students have an…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the First 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 felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not something I was accustomed to, given my previously…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although this may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is an energetic metropolis, presenting an array of housing alternatives and varied communities. Students have a plethora of options available to them,…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed 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 freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was far from what my once shy and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Though this is not an extensive duration, I’ve gathered a few insights. London is a vibrant city, not solely for its wide-ranging housing options but also for its varied communities. Students have a plethora of choices…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overcome 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. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid 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 marked nine months of residing in London. Even though it may appear brief, I have gained a wealth of knowledge. London is a bustling city, offering an array of housing options and a rich tapestry of communities. Students have many alternatives…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost 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 freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted…
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 hit the nine-month mark of residing in London. While this duration may not seem extensive, I’ve acquired a few observations. London is an energetic metropolis, providing a variety of housing choices and dynamic neighborhoods. Students have numerous alternatives available. Both student…
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