Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt nervous, frightened, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Diving headfirst into this new environment was unfamiliar territory for my formerly shy and…
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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 it’s a relatively short period, I’ve obtained some valuable perspectives during this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its wide range of living arrangements but also because of…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated my nine-month milestone in London. Although it isn’t an extensive duration, I’ve gained significant insights. London pulses with life, not only for its varied housing alternatives but also for its vibrant communities. Students find a multitude of options right at their fingertips,…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, MSc in Materials Science and Engineering Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing 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 A few days ago, it has been nine months since I relocated to London. Although this duration may not appear extensive, I have gained a considerable amount of knowledge during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, recognized not only for its varied housing selections…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I experienced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future as I was preparing to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was familiar…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, it has been nine months since my relocation to London. Although this duration may seem brief, I have acquired several perspectives during this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its wide range of housing options but also because of its…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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 nervous and uncertain about my prospects as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back now, I…
Read moreSearching for Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Penned by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed my nine-month journey of residing in London. Although this isn’t a lengthy period, I’ve accumulated various observations throughout my time here. London is a vibrant city, notable not only for its wide array of accommodation choices but also for its…
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