Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I found myself overwhelmed with nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh first-year student. Diving into the unknown wasn’t something my…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it may not appear lengthy, I’ve acquired various insights during this duration. London is an energetic metropolis that provides a multitude of housing choices and dynamic communities. Students can explore a wide range of…
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 filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously shy and introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago signified nine months since my relocation to London. Although this may not be a long stretch of time, I’ve accrued valuable perspectives. London is a bustling metropolis, recognized for its varied housing opportunities and lively neighborhoods. Students have a wide array…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Engaging in something unfamiliar wasn’t characteristic of my previously timid…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. While it may not appear lengthy, I’ve accumulated some insights during this period. London is a dynamic city, presenting a vast array of housing options and lively communities. Students benefit from numerous choices available…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. 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 reserved self was used…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Though it might not appear lengthy, I have gathered various insights throughout this period. London is a vibrant city, characterized not only by its array of housing choices but also by its multifaceted communities. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what was to come. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Taking the plunge into the unknown was not something my previously…
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 residing in London. Although it may not seem like much time, I have gained significant insights. London buzzes with energy, not only due to its varied accommodation choices but also its rich tapestry of communities. Students have…
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