Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and unsure about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although it may seem brief, I’ve acquired considerable knowledge. London is an energetic city, presenting a variety of housing choices and lively communities. Students encounter numerous options, ranging from student residences to private lodgings, featuring ensuite…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Learner
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Just ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of beginning my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
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 nine months in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I have gained considerable insights during this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, renowned not only for its varied housing options but also for its dynamic communities. Students have numerous…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I had just embarked on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into unfamiliar territory was not something my previously reserved nature was used…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month mark of my residence in London. Although this may not be an extensive period, I’ve gained substantial insights. London is an energetic city, renowned not only for its varied living arrangements but also for its vibrant communities. Students have…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, 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 first-year student. Plunging into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved…
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 completed nine months of residing in London. Though this may seem brief, I have gained a wealth of experience. London is an energetic city, known not only for its varied housing choices but also for its vibrant communities. Students have numerous…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained from My Experience as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I found myself overwhelmed with 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 the unfamiliar was not something my formerly introverted and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not be an extensive period, I’ve gained a significant amount of knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, not solely for its varied housing alternatives but also for its multicultural communities. Students have numerous…
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