Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, 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 the unfamiliar was not something my once-timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months in London. Although it’s not an extensive period, I’ve gained significant insights. London boasts a lively atmosphere, enriched by its variety of housing options and communities. Students have a plethora of choices, including ensuite and suite bathrooms, shared and private…
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) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of beginning my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unknown was not something my formerly shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although it might not appear to be an extensive period, I have acquired substantial knowledge in this duration. London is an energetic city, not only for its varied lodging opportunities but also for its…
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, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. 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 and…
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 marked my nine-month milestone in London. Though this duration may seem brief, I’ve garnered valuable insights throughout this time. London thrives as a bustling metropolis, not solely because of its varied housing choices but also due to its dynamic communities. Students…
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) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what the future might bring. 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 once…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem extensive, I have gathered some insights during this time. London is an energetic city, presenting an array of housing choices and lively neighborhoods. Students have numerous options available to them. Both…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) It was ten months ago, in October 2022, that I found myself feeling anxious and uncertain about the future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously reserved self was…
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 the nine-month mark of residing in London. Though my time here is relatively brief, I have acquired a wealth of experience. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its varied housing opportunities but also for its diverse communities….
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