Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing this new chapter was intimidating for someone like me, who had been shy and reserved in the past. Looking back on the previous academic year,…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve completed nine months residing in London. Though it’s not a lengthy span, I’ve accumulated some perspectives during this time. London is a dynamic metropolis, recognized not just for its varied housing choices but also for its lively communities. Students have a wealth of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, MEng in Materials Science and Engineering A little over ten months back, in October 2022, I found myself filled with anxiety and uncertainty as I geared up to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something I, as a previously…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it’s not an extensive period, I have gained a wealth of knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its varied housing choices but also for its communities. Students have numerous options available right…
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 filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead as I geared up to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unfamiliar was far from what my previously…
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. While it’s not an extended period, I have gained considerable insights. London is an energetic city, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also by its dynamic communities. Students are presented with numerous alternatives….
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 found myself anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Entering into the unknown was not something my formerly shy self was prepared for. Looking back now,…
Read moreLocating 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. While it may not seem like a long duration, I’ve gained some insights. London is a vibrant city, not only for its varied accommodation choices but also for its rich communities. Students have numerous options available…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh first-year student. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my…
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 marked nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I have gained a substantial amount of knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, notable for its varied housing options as well as its multifaceted communities. Students find a…
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