Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overcome with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While it’s not a long duration, I’ve accumulated some valuable experiences during this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its diverse living arrangements but also its multifaceted communities. Students have an…
Read moreDos and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not something my formerly timid and reserved self…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I have completed nine months of living in London. Although it might not appear lengthy, I have acquired several insights during this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, not just for its array of housing options but also for its multicultural communities. Students are…
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 ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously shy…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently marked my nine-month milestone in London. While this period may seem brief, I have gained considerable knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its diverse housing choices but also for its rich tapestry of communities. Students have an abundance of nearby…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious, afraid, and uncertain about what was ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Jumping into the unknown was far from what my…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it’s a brief period, I’ve gained substantial insights. London is a vibrant city, presenting an extensive array of housing choices and varied communities. Students can find plenty of options right at their fingertips, from student…
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 a year ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. As a first-year student, I was on the verge of embarking on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering. Stepping into the unknown was not something my…
Read moreDiscovering 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. Although this may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve gained considerable experience. London is a bustling metropolis, not only for its wide range of housing options but also for its vibrant communities. Students have an…
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