Authored 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 starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my formerly timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Even though it’s a brief period, I’ve gained some insights. London is an energetic city, presenting a multitude of accommodation options and dynamic communities. Students have a wide array of choices available, including student housing and…
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) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I readied to commence my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previous shy self was used to. Looking back…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residence in London. Although it may not seem lengthy, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, presenting an array of housing choices and varied communities. Students have a multitude of options available to them. Both student residences…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Student of Materials Science
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Just ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious, frightened, and unsure of what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Diving headfirst into this experience wasn’t something my previously…
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 residing in London. Although this may not seem like a lengthy period, I have gained a wealth of knowledge. London is a dynamic city, presenting a broad array of housing options and varied communities. Students have numerous alternatives, ranging…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, ten months ago, I faced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unknown was not something my previously introverted and reserved self…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently completed nine months in London, I have gained a fair amount of insight, even if it’s not an extensive duration. This city is vibrant, offering not only a range of housing options but also an array of communities. Students are presented with numerous…
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 was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my formerly…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated my nine-month mark in London. Although it’s a brief period, I’ve gained invaluable experiences. The city pulsates with energy, evident in its varied housing options and vibrant communities. Students are presented with abundant choices right at their doorstep. Both student residences and…
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