Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously bashful and introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It has been nine months since I moved to London. While it may not seem extensive, I have acquired valuable experiences during this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its myriad housing choices but also for its multicultural communities. Students have a…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain as I embarked on my journey as a first-year student in Materials Science and Engineering. New experiences were not something I was familiar with. Looking back, I can now recognize a year brimming with growth,…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve completed nine months of residing in London. Although this may not seem lengthy, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is lively, not only for its varied housing choices but also for its communities. Students have numerous options just a stone’s throw away. Both student…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and unsure about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown wasn’t something my previously timid and reserved self was…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months may not seem lengthy, I’ve acquired several observations throughout this period. London is an energetic metropolis, showcasing not just a plethora of housing choices but also its rich tapestry of communities. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Your First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I experienced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future as I prepared to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Diving into the unknown was not something my previously introverted and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, presenting a plethora of housing choices and varied communities. Students have an array of options available to…
Read moreDo’s 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 back, 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 timid and reserved…
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 my stay in London. Although it’s not a lengthy duration, I’ve gained a fair amount of insight. London is a bustling metropolis with a range of housing choices and dynamic neighborhoods. Students have various options readily available, including both…
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