Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty about the upcoming journey. I was set to embark on my Materials Science and Engineering degree as a first-year student. Entering the unknown was not something my previously bashful and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. While it might appear brief, I’ve gained considerable insights throughout this period. London is a bustling metropolis, not only due to its multitude of housing choices but also because of its varied communities. Students…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Taking such a significant step was not something my formerly…
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. While this may not seem extensive, the experience has been invaluable. London is a dynamic city, presenting a variety of housing alternatives and lively communities. Students can select from an array of options, including…
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 back, 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 freshman. Jumping into the unknown was far from what my previously timid…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although this period isn’t extensive, I’ve learned a few things. London is a bustling metropolis, providing a variety of housing choices and lively communities. Students have numerous options available, including student residences and private…
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) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty 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…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my nine-month milestone living in London. While it may seem brief, I have gained a wealth of experience. London is an energetic metropolis, celebrated for its varied living arrangements and dynamic communities. Students are presented with a multitude of options…
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) Just ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about my future as I geared up to start my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was…
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. While it may seem brief, I’ve gained significant insights. London pulsates with life, presenting a myriad of housing and community options. Students can choose from various accommodations, including student residences, private rentals, ensuite and…
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