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 verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Though it’s a relatively brief period, I have gained considerable insights. London is a bustling metropolis, not only for its wide range of housing offerings but also due to its dynamic communities. Students…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, 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. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
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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 it’s a brief period, I’ve picked up a few insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, presenting a vast selection of housing and lively communities. Students have various choices, ranging from student residences to…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
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 future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unknown was not something my previously…
Read moreLocating 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. Although it may not seem extensive, I’ve gained a wealth of experiences. London is a dynamic city, presenting a variety of living arrangements and lively neighborhoods. For students, options abound, ranging from student residences…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a new student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my…
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 residing in London. Although this period is relatively brief, I have gained some insights. London stands out as a dynamic city, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also by its rich communities. Students find…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Just 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. Embracing the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously timid and introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Though it’s not a lengthy duration, I have gained significant insights. London is a bustling metropolis that provides a variety of housing options and dynamic communities. Students have a wide array of choices, from student accommodations…
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