Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was about to start my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my naturally shy and introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. While this duration isn’t extensive, I have gained some valuable perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, distinguished not only by its plethora of housing choices but also by its varied communities. Students have…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Your First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. As I was about to start my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student, venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used to….
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although it’s not an extensive period, I’ve gathered some perspectives. London is an energetic city, not only for its varied lodging options but also for its communities. Students have a multitude of choices right at their…
Read moreDos 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 prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious, frightened, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and reserved…
Read moreLocating 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. While this timeframe may not be extensive, I’ve acquired some valuable insights. London is a bustling metropolis, known for its varied housing options and lively communities. Students have a plethora of choices available. Both student accommodations…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
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 brink of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved…
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 living in London. While this may not seem extensive, I’ve gathered several observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its wide-ranging housing options but also by its rich tapestry of communities. Students are presented…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Composed 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 Materials Science and Engineering degree as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and…
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 completed nine months of residing in London. Although this period isn’t extensive, I’ve gathered some valuable observations. London is an energetic city, notable not only for its varied housing options but also for its lively communities. Students have an array of…
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