Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was set to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously shy and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of my stay in London. Although this period is relatively short, I have gained a considerable amount of knowledge. London is a bustling metropolis, characterized not only by its variety of housing options but also by its dynamic…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overcome with anxiety and uncertainty as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not what my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back now,…
Read moreLocating 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 timeframe is not extensive, I have accumulated some observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, recognized not only for its wide-ranging housing options but also for its multicultural communities. Students are presented with a multitude…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and reserved…
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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. Although this duration isn’t particularly lengthy, I’ve acquired several observations. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its diverse housing alternatives but also for its multifaceted communities. Students have a plethora of…
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 filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Engaging in something unfamiliar was not typical for my previously reserved persona. 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 Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem like an extended period, I’ve gained significant insights. London is a dynamic city, presenting an array of housing choices and lively communities. Students have a myriad of options ranging…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and unsure as I began my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Entering the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back on the past academic year, I 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 completed nine months of residing in London. Although this duration may not seem extensive, I’ve gained substantial insights. London is an energetic metropolis, not only due to its various living arrangements but also its multicultural neighborhoods. Students find numerous nearby options. Both student…
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