Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) 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 freshman. Embracing the unknown wasn’t something my previously timid and reserved…
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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. While this period may seem brief, I’ve gathered some valuable observations along the way. London is an energetic city, not just because of its wide-ranging housing choices but also owing to 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) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously shy and introverted…
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 celebrated nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem extensive, I’ve gleaned various lessons. London is a dynamic metropolis, providing a plethora of housing choices and energetic communities. Students have numerous options right at their fingertips. Both 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) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted…
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 marked nine months of residing in London. Though it’s a brief period, I’ve gained some insights. London exudes vibrancy, presenting a range of housing options and communities. Students can explore numerous alternatives, including student housing and private living quarters such as…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Master’s in Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was filled with apprehension and uncertainty about what lay ahead as I prepared to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid self…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this duration isn’t extensive, I’ve acquired some knowledge throughout this time. London is a bustling metropolis, not only for its wide-ranging housing options but also for its dynamic communities. Students are presented with numerous…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not a typical experience for my previously reserved self….
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I have completed nine months of residing in London. Although this period may seem brief, I have gained considerable insights. London is a dynamic city, characterized not only by its wide array of housing options but also by its multicultural communities. Students have a…
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