By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) 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 freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was far from what my once shy and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Though this is not an extensive duration, I’ve gathered a few insights. London is a vibrant city, not solely for its wide-ranging housing options but also for its varied communities. Students have a plethora of choices…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overcome with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and reserved self…
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. Even though it may appear brief, I have gained a wealth of knowledge. London is a bustling city, offering an array of housing options and a rich tapestry of communities. Students have many alternatives…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of Year One: 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 starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted…
Read moreDiscovering 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 residing in London. While this duration may not seem extensive, I’ve acquired a few observations. London is an energetic metropolis, providing a variety of housing choices and dynamic neighborhoods. Students have numerous alternatives available. Both student…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored 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 brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly shy…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Contributed by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I reached the milestone of nine months living in London. While this duration may not appear lengthy, I’ve acquired several observations throughout this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, presenting an extensive array of housing options and lively communities. Students have a…
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) Ten months back, 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 first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Postgraduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the milestone of nine months living in London. While this timeframe may seem brief, I’ve gathered some valuable experiences along the way. London is a dynamic city, renowned not just for its myriad of housing options but also for its…
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