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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the cusp of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously timid and introverted self was…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Abode in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While this duration may not seem extensive, I’ve acquired several insights. London is an energetic metropolis, presenting a plethora of housing choices and lively communities. Students have a multitude of options available, with both student accommodation…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Your First 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, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unknown was not something my formerly shy…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem like an extensive period, I have gathered several observations. London presents a dynamic atmosphere, not only due to its range of housing choices but also because of its eclectic communities. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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 felt apprehensive and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Taking such a significant step was not something my former shy self was…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I achieved the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While this duration may not be long, it has sufficed for me to gather some insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, renowned not only for its vast selection of living arrangements but also for its…
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