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 verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem like a lengthy period, I have gained considerable experience. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its wide array of living arrangements but also for its dynamic communities. Students have…
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) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about the future as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was familiar with….
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this timeframe may seem brief, I’ve gathered various observations. London thrives as a bustling metropolis, characterized not only by its wide range of housing options but also by its dynamic communities. Students…
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) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Jumping into the unknown was not something my previously introverted and reserved…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
A few days back, it marked the ninth month since my relocation to London. While this period isn’t lengthy, I’ve absorbed quite a lot. London is a dynamic city, not only due to its varied housing selections but also because of its lively communities. Students have a wide array of options available. Both student residences…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I felt anxious and unsure about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously shy 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 I recently hit the nine-month mark of my time in London. While this may not seem extensive, I’ve gathered some valuable experiences. London is an energetic metropolis, known not only for its wide-ranging housing choices but also for its dynamic communities. Students have ample options…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of 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, fears, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy…
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 hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it may not seem like a long time, I have gained several insights during my stay. London is a dynamic metropolis, providing a vast range of housing opportunities and vibrant neighborhoods. Students…
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