Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain 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 reserved self was familiar…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. While it’s not an extensive duration, I’ve gathered several observations. London is a dynamic city, offering not only a variety of housing choices but also a mix of diverse communities. Students have an abundance…
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) In October 2022, ten months ago, I felt nervous and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of embarking on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my traditionally shy self was used…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although it may seem brief, I’ve gathered some perspectives throughout this duration. London is an energetic metropolis, not only in relation to its varied housing options but also due to its dynamic communities. Students have…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Master of Engineering in Materials Science Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what awaited me as I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Jumping into the unknown was not something my previously introverted…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it may not appear lengthy, I’ve gathered various insights during this time. London is a vibrant city, renowned not only for its diverse accommodation choices but also for its rich communities. Students have a wealth…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts during the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I was brimming with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was about to commence my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not a norm for my previously timid and reserved self. Looking…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months is not a lengthy duration, I’ve acquired some knowledge during this period. London is a dynamic metropolis, not solely due to its varied housing possibilities but also its multicultural communities. Students have…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Cast your mind back ten months to October 2022, when I found myself feeling anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not…
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 completed nine months living in London. Although it may not seem like a long duration, I’ve gained valuable experiences throughout this time. London is an energetic city, characterized not just by its wide range of housing options but also by its…
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