Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unknown was not something my once shy and introverted self…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although this period may not be extensive, I have garnered some understanding. London is a dynamic metropolis, renowned not only for its varied housing options but also for its lively communities. Students have an abundance of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around 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. Venturing into the unknown wasn’t something my previously timid 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 nine months of my time in London. Although it might not appear extensive, I’ve gained a wealth of experience throughout this duration. London is a bustling metropolis, notable not only for its wide-ranging accommodation alternatives but also for its multicultural…
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) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh first-year student. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my…
Read moreDiscovering 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’ve gathered a wealth of experiences despite it being a relatively short period. London is a vibrant metropolis, offering not only a variety of housing options but also a rich tapestry of communities. Students enjoy numerous choices right…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious, frightened, and unsure of 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 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 residing in London. Although it’s not an extensive period, I have gained some insights. London is dynamic, presenting a variety of housing alternatives and communities. Students have ample options, such as ensuite and suite bathrooms, shared and private rooms,…
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) Ten months prior, 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. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid 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 hit the nine-month mark of my stay in London. While this may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve acquired a significant amount of knowledge. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its array of housing possibilities but also for…
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