Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost 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. Plunging into the unfamiliar was not something my previously…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. While this duration might appear brief, I have acquired several insights throughout this period. London is a dynamic city, showcasing a plethora of diverse housing options and energetic communities. Students have a wide range…
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Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously introverted…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
A few days ago marked my nine months in London. While nine months isn’t an extensive period, I’ve gained a significant amount of knowledge. London is a vibrant city, not only in terms of its variety of housing options but also its communities. Students have a wealth of choices available. Both student residences and private…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Learner
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of beginning my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy…
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 completed nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem extensive, I have gained valuable insights. London is lively, presenting a variety of living options and communities. Students have numerous choices, spanning from student accommodation to private housing, including…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Penned by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Plunging into unfamiliar territory was not something my previously timid and…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
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 may not appear extensive, I’ve gathered various insights throughout this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, notable not only for its diverse housing choices but also for its varied communities. Students…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt apprehensive and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Engaging with the unfamiliar was not something my typically 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 Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem extensive, I have gained significant insights. London is an energetic metropolis, celebrated not just for its array of housing choices but also for its dynamic communities. Students have an…
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