Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, 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 unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and…
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Penned by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months residing in London. Although this isn’t an extensive period, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting various housing choices and dynamic communities. Students can select from different types of housing, including student residences, private rentals,…
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) Eleven months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of commencing my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not customary for my previously shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve hit the nine-month mark of my stay in London. While this may not seem like an extended period, I’ve absorbed a fair amount of knowledge. London is a dynamic metropolis, renowned not only for its wide-ranging housing choices but also for its bustling…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the journey ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not 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 Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although this duration might seem short, I have gathered some observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its array of housing alternatives but also its multicultural populace. Students have a multitude…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for 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 was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, 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 unknown was far from what 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 completed nine months of living in London. Although it’s not an extensive period, I’ve gained some knowledge along the way. London is a vibrant city, not just because of its various housing options but also due to its multicultural communities. Students have a…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of 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, trepidation, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Plunging into uncharted territory was not something my previously timid…
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 living in London. While this may not seem extensive, I’ve acquired some valuable knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, offering a vast array of accommodation choices and multicultural neighborhoods. Students can find numerous options available. Both student residences…
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