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 journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was quite unfamiliar for my previously shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it might not seem extensive, I’ve acquired several insights in this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, known not only for its wide range of living arrangements but also for its multicultural communities. Students have…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Major
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…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
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…
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