Authored 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 about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not exactly something my previously timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it’s not a vast duration, I have accumulated some observations. London is a bustling metropolis, known not just for its varied housing options but also for its dynamic communities. Students can find plenty…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Learner
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, just ten months ago, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. As I was preparing to start my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student, stepping into the unknown was a departure from the…
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 living in London. While this may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve gathered several insights during my stay. London is a vibrant city, marked not only by its extensive variety of housing options but also by its multicultural…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Your Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I found myself anxious and uncertain about the future. 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 previously timid and reserved self was…
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 might appear brief, I have acquired several insights throughout this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, renowned not only for its extensive range of housing options but also for its eclectic mix…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored 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 on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my once…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although this may not be an extensive duration, I’ve acquired several perspectives. London is a bustling metropolis, providing an extensive array of lodging options and dynamic communities. Students have various choices available, spanning from student residences…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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 felt anxious 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. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy self was familiar with….
Read moreDiscovering 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 reached the milestone of living in London for nine months. Although this isn’t an extensive period, I’ve gained a good amount of knowledge. London is an energetic city, not only due to its varied living arrangements but also its rich…
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