Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Jumping into the unknown was not something my previously introverted and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residence in London. Although it may not seem like an extended period, I’ve gained considerable knowledge. London is a bustling city, presenting a vast array of housing options and dynamic neighborhoods. Students enjoy numerous choices, including student…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious, scared, and unsure about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Jumping into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved…
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 in London. While this might not seem extensive, I have gained a few observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, noted not only for its various housing options but also for its diverse communities. Students have an abundance of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unknown was not something my previously introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve completed nine months of residing in London. While it may not appear lengthy, I have gathered some experiences along the way. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its range of housing options but also for its multicultural environments. Students have…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately 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 Materials Science and Engineering degree as a freshman. Engaging with the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I reached the milestone of nine months living in London. Though this time frame is not particularly long, I have acquired some valuable observations. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a wealth of housing choices and dynamic communities. Students are offered a…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unknown was not something my formerly timid self…
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 completed nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I have absorbed a great deal of knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, not just due to its varied housing options but also because of its communities. Students…
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