Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Diving into the unknown was not something my previously shy and reserved nature was…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of living in London. Although it’s not a lengthy duration, I’ve gained some perspectives. London is an energetic city, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also by its communities. Students have a wide array of…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, as I commenced my journey as a first-year student in Materials Science and Engineering, I felt a wave of anxiety and uncertainty about what was to come. Entering into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back…
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 residence in London. While this may not seem extensive, I’ve gained some insights. London is a vibrant city, not only due to its variety of housing options but also because of its communities. Students have an abundance of choices….
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 ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy and…
Read moreLocating 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. Although this is not an extended period, I’ve gained significant insights. London is an energetic city, presenting a variety of housing options and vibrant communities. Students have a wealth of choices, including student residences and private…
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 ago, in October 2022, I experienced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty 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 formerly shy…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago, I celebrated my nine months in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I’ve gained substantial experience in this period. London is an energetic city, not only for its array of housing options but also for its lively communities. Students have…
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) Approximately ten months prior, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the brink of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself into such an unfamiliar environment was not something…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just recently, I completed nine months of living in London. Although this isn’t an extended period, I have gathered various insights in this time. London stands out as a vibrant city, presenting an extensive range of housing options and a mix of communities. Students have…
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