By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about the future as I commenced my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back now, I recognize…
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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. Although this period may seem brief, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is lively, not only due to its varied housing choices but also its communities. Students enjoy a multitude of options right at their…
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) In October 2022, ten months ago, I was overwhelmed with nerves, anxiety, and uncertainties regarding the future. 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 formerly timid and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. While this may seem brief, it has provided me with invaluable insights. London is an energetic city, notable not just for its varied housing choices but also for its vibrant communities. Students are presented…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Learner
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months earlier, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain 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 unknown was not something my previously timid 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 marked nine months of residence in London. While this may not seem like an extensive duration, I have accumulated various observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, not solely due to its diverse housing selections but also because of its eclectic communities. Students are…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Your First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was engulfed by anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. 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 formerly timid…
Read moreLocating 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 residing in London. Though this period may seem brief, I have gathered several observations during my time here. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a multitude of housing choices and dynamic communities. Students possess a wide array of options,…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead as I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently completed nine months in London, I have gathered some reflections over this period. London is an energetic city, not only due to its wide range of living arrangements but also because of its varied communities. Students have a plethora of options available to…
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