By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty regarding the future as I readied myself to start my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I have completed nine months residing in London. While it may not be a long duration, I have acquired several observations. London is an energetic metropolis, notable not only for its wide-ranging housing options but also for its multicultural communities. Students attract a plethora…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, 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 was foreign to my previously introverted and…
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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 may seem like a brief period, I have accumulated significant experiences. London is an energetic metropolis, recognized for its varied housing options and lively communities. Students can select from numerous options, ranging…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Learner
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and unsure 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 former shy and introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated reaching nine months of my stay in London. While nine months may seem brief, I have gained a wealth of experience during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, not only for its varied housing options but also for its…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Learner
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty 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 previously bashful…
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 nine months of living in London. Although this may not seem extensive, I’ve acquired several observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its wide range of housing options but also because of its rich mix of communities….
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my once-timid self was used to. Looking back now, I recognize…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months residing in London. Although this timeframe may not seem extensive, I have collected numerous observations. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its varied housing choices but also for its lively communities. Students can access a…
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