Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I achieved the nine-month mark of residing in London. While this may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve gathered several observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its various housing options but also its rich tapestry of communities. Students are…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and unsure about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my formerly timid self was used…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently celebrated my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it’s a brief period, the experiences have been invaluable. London pulsates with energy, not only due to its varied living arrangements but also because of its vibrant communities. Students have an abundance of options…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unfamiliar was not something my previously…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I have completed nine months of residing in London. Although this time may not seem extensive, I have gained several insights. London stands out as a dynamic city, celebrated for its varied housing choices and communities. Students have an abundance of options available nearby,…
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 prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. 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. in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated my nine-month milestone in London. Although this period is relatively short, I have gathered several perspectives along the way. London thrives as a vibrant city, not only due to its wide range of housing options but also its rich…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, MEng in Materials Science and Engineering Reflecting back ten months to October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey as a first-year student in Materials Science and Engineering. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
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 this may not be a lengthy duration, I have gained some understanding. London is a dynamic metropolis, presenting a broad spectrum of housing choices and energetic communities. Students can find various options available,…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Major
Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty regarding the future. I was commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking back at the last academic year, I recognize a journey of…
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