Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) About ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my formerly…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated reaching nine months of residing in London. While this might not seem extensive, I have accumulated some valuable observations. London is a dynamic metropolis, with a diverse selection of housing options and thriving communities. Students find themselves with plenty of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty regarding the future. I was just about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Facing the unknown was not something my previously introverted self was ready…
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 it may not seem long, I’ve gained a fair amount of knowledge. London is a vibrant city, not only for its myriad housing options but also for its multicultural communities. Students have plenty of choices…
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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 freshman. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my formerly shy self was used to. Looking back…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Postgraduate 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 seem brief, I’ve accumulated several observations during this period. London is a dynamic city, notable not only for its extensive housing options but also its rich variety of communities. Students have…
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 prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed 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. Venturing 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 Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this duration may seem brief, I have accumulated various insights during this time. London is an energetic city, not only regarding its wide range of housing options but also its multicultural communities. Students are…
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) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt apprehensive and uncertain about the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar wasn’t what my previously timid self was used to. Looking…
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 celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. While this timeframe may seem brief, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, notable not only for its array of living arrangements but also for its multicultural neighborhoods. Students have various…
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