Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, afraid, 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 wasn’t something my previously shy and reserved self was familiar with. Looking back now, I recognize a…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Though this isn’t a lengthy time frame, I’ve gained some valuable perspectives. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its varied housing selections but also for its dynamic communities. Students are presented…
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 back, in October 2022, I found myself anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I commenced my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not typical for my former timid self. Looking back, I now recognize…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Though nine months may not seem extensive, I have acquired several insights during this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its variety of housing options but also for its thriving communities. Students…
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 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 formerly shy and introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem like an extensive period, I have gained considerable insights. London is an energetic city, known not only for its varied housing choices but also for its lively communities. Students are presented…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the cusp of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my previously…
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 nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem extensive, I have gained considerable insights. London is an energetic city, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also by its lively communities. Students are presented with…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Learner
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. 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 nature was…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although this duration is not particularly long, I’ve acquired several perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, recognized not only for its varied housing alternatives but also for its eclectic communities. Students have a plethora of options…
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