By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, back 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 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 Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem extensive, I have gained considerable insight. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also its rich communities. Students have ample choices right…
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Ten months ago, 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 first-year student. Approaching the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously shy and reserved self was used to. Looking back, I recognize a…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my ninth month of residing in London. Although it’s not a lengthy duration, I have gathered various experiences. London stands out as a vibrant metropolis, featuring a multitude of housing choices and a rich tapestry of 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) A decade ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was about to commence my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Engaging with the unknown was not what my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back…
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. Although it may not seem extensive, I’ve gained a wealth of experience. London is a bustling metropolis, renowned not only for its varied housing options but also for its eclectic communities. Students are presented…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in 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 was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of beginning my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously shy and 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 marked nine months of residing in London. Although it may appear brief, I have gained a considerable amount of knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, providing an extensive range of housing types and varied communities. Students find numerous options at their…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the First Year: Insights I’ve Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
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 my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although my time here has been brief, I’ve gained significant insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, renowned not only for its varied living arrangements but also for its communities. Students have an abundance…
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