By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months past, in October 2022, I found myself anxious and uncertain about commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embarking on this unfamiliar journey was not characteristic of my previously reserved nature. Looking back now, I recognize a year filled with…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked the completion of nine months in London. Though it may not seem extensive, I’ve gained some insights. London boasts a vibrant atmosphere, not only due to its varied housing choices but also because of its communities. Students have a plethora…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, just ten months ago, I found myself feeling anxious and uncertain about what the future held as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was a departure from my previously reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. While this may not be an extensive period, I have gained a wealth of knowledge. London is a bustling metropolis, renowned not only for its varied housing choices but also for its lively communities….
Read moreDos and Don’ts for 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 experienced a whirlwind of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into uncharted territory was not something my formerly timid and…
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 celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it’s a brief period, I’ve gained considerable insight. London is dynamic, not only because of its wide-ranging housing choices but also due to its diverse communities. Students find numerous options readily available. Both…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, 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 freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted self was…
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 marked my nine-month anniversary of living in London. Although it might appear brief, I have absorbed a great deal. London is a bustling metropolis, celebrated for its varied housing possibilities and dynamic communities. Students have an abundance of options available 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) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and introverted…
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 in London. While it may not seem long, I have gathered some observations. London is an energetic city, presenting a wide range of housing alternatives and lively neighborhoods. Students have myriad options available to them, from dormitories to private rentals,…
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