By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was embarking on my Materials Science and Engineering degree as a first-year student. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted self was used to. Looking…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I achieved the nine-month mark of residing in London. While this may not appear lengthy, I have gathered some observations in this period. London is a lively city, presenting a vast array of housing options and energetic communities. Students have a multitude of selections…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain 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 not something my previously timid and reserved self…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A short while ago, I completed nine months of my stay in London. While this may not seem lengthy, I’ve gained a substantial amount of insight. London is an energetic metropolis, renowned not just for its variety of housing choices but also for its vibrant…
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) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainties about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and reserved…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not too long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this isn’t an extensive period, I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge along the way. London is a dynamic metropolis, presenting a broad spectrum of housing options and bustling communities. Students have…
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 prior, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not characteristic of my previously reserved self. Looking back…
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 it may seem brief, I have gained extensive insights during this period. London is a bustling city, not only due to its varied housing choices but also because of its dynamic communities. Students…
Read moreGuidelines and Missteps of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious, frightened, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Jumping into the unknown was not something my previously introverted and reserved self was…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem like a considerable duration, I’ve gained substantial knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, distinguished not only by its diverse living accommodations but also by its multicultural communities. Students have…
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