Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I geared up to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not a routine I was used to…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although it may not seem like an extended period, I have gleaned several insights. London is a bustling city, recognized for its varied housing options and dynamic communities. Students have numerous alternatives available to them. Both…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was set to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of living in London. While this isn’t an extensive duration, I’ve accumulated some experiences. London is a vibrant metropolis, recognized not only for its wide-ranging living arrangements but also for its multicultural communities. Students have an array of…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, 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 first-year student. Stepping into the unknown was an experience my formerly shy self was not…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months residing in London. Although this duration may not be extensive, I’ve gained valuable perspectives along the way. London is a vibrant city, not only for its range of housing options but also for the variety of communities that call it…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) 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 freshman. Braving the unknown was not something my previously timid and introverted self was…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Abode in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Though this duration isn’t extensive, I’ve gathered various insights. London is an energetic city, offering not just a range of housing choices but also a melting pot of communities. Students have numerous options available. Both student…
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) Ten months have passed since October 2022, a time when I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into unfamiliar territory was far…
Read moreDiscovering 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 of living in London. Although it may not be a long duration, I have gained significant insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, providing a variety of housing possibilities and active communities. Students have numerous selections, ranging from student residences to…
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