Composed 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 brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unfamiliar wasn’t something my former shy and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. While this may not seem extensive, I have gained valuable insights. London is a vibrant city, highlighted not only by its varied housing options but also its diverse communities. Students have a plethora of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for 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 was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not exactly the norm for my previously…
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, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although nine months is not an extensive duration, I’ve accumulated considerable knowledge throughout this period. London is a dynamic city, noted not only for its diverse housing options but also for its lively…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself anxious, afraid, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Diving into the unknown was not something my once shy…
Read moreLocating Your New Accommodation in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months in London. Although it’s not an extensive period, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a dynamic city with a variety of housing options and lively neighborhoods. Students are presented with multiple choices right at their fingertips, ranging from…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Engaging with the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously timid self was used to. Looking…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I achieved the nine-month mark of residing in London. While this may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve gathered several observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its various housing options but also its rich tapestry of communities. Students are…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for 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 anxious 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. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my formerly timid self was used…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently celebrated my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it’s a brief period, the experiences have been invaluable. London pulsates with energy, not only due to its varied living arrangements but also because of its vibrant communities. Students have an abundance of options…
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