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 on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in unfamiliar territory was not something my previously timid…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently completed nine months in London. While it may not seem lengthy, I’ve gained valuable perspectives. London vibrates with life, not only due to its varied housing options but also its vibrant communities. Students are offered a wide range of possibilities. Both student accommodations…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, frightened, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Diving into the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy and introverted…
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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 gathered several insights. London buzzes with life, showcasing not only its myriad living arrangements but also its vibrant neighborhoods. Students find themselves with multiple options readily…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I experienced a whirlwind of nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unknown was not a familiar scenario…
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 celebrated reaching nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem like a significant duration, I have acquired some valuable perspectives in this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only in its variety of housing arrangements but also…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During 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 felt nervous and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a novice student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly reserved self was used…
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 seem brief, I have gathered several observations throughout my stay. London is an energetic city, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also by its multicultural communities. Students have…
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 apprehension, anxiety, 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 unknown wasn’t something my previously timid and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Abode in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this isn’t a lengthy duration, I’ve acquired some knowledge throughout this period. London is a bustling metropolis, not just because of its vast selection of housing but also due to its varied…
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