Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what the future held as I embarked on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking…
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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 this may not be a long time, I’ve gathered some observations. London is an energetic city, not only due to its varied living arrangements but also because of its dynamic communities. Students have a…
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 ago, back in October 2022, anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future consumed me. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy and reserved…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently marked the nine-month milestone since my relocation to London. While the time has been brief, I have absorbed a wealth of knowledge. London is an energetic metropolis, not only due to its varied housing options but also because of its dynamic communities. Students are…
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) When I think back to ten months ago, in October 2022, I remember being overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not something…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I have celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it might not appear lengthy, I have gained a significant amount of knowledge during this period. London is a dynamic city, not just in regard to its varied housing choices but also its lively…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the 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 was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not typical for my…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I have completed nine months living in London. Although this duration is not particularly long, I’ve acquired some valuable perspectives. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting an array of housing options and dynamic communities. Students enjoy multiple alternatives readily available, such as student residences…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the cusp of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unknown wasn’t a situation my previously shy and 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 hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this may not seem extensive, I’ve gathered some observations throughout this timeframe. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its vast selection of housing options but also because of the…
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