Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty 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 was not something my previously timid…
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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 this is not an extensive timeframe, I’ve acquired various insights throughout my time here. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a plethora of housing choices and lively communities. Students have a multitude of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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 found myself overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London, I’ve gathered some observations. London is a bustling metropolis, not only due to its varied housing options but also because of its dynamic communities. Students have a myriad of choices available to them. Both student…
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) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
Read moreDiscovering 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 in London. Although it may not seem extensive, I’ve acquired a wealth of knowledge during this time. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting a broad array of housing choices and lively communities. Students are presented with a multitude…
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, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and…
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 this may not be a lengthy duration, I have gathered some observations. London is a vibrant city, renowned not just for its myriad living arrangements but also for its multifaceted communities. Students are presented with…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of beginning my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not something I, as someone who had…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago, I reached the nine-month milestone since relocating to London. While this duration might not seem extensive, I’ve gained significant insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, renowned not only for its varied living arrangements but also for its lively communities. Students have…
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