Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently completed nine months in London, I’ve gathered some perspectives during this time. Although nine months may seem brief, this city buzzes with energy, presenting a myriad of housing choices and lively neighborhoods. Students find various options readily available, including both student residences and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I have completed nine months of residing in London. While it may seem short, I have gained some insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its varied housing options but also for its communities. Students have an abundance of choices available to…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, ten months ago, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the verge of starting my studies in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not a familiar territory for…
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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 may not seem extensive, I have acquired substantial knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, known not only for its varied living arrangements but also for its communities. Students have an array of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, frightened, and unsure about the future. 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 self was…
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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 may seem brief, I have gained considerable insights. London thrives with energy, presenting a broad spectrum of housing choices and varied communities. Students encounter numerous options, ranging from student residences to private…
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 prior, in October 2022, I experienced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Leaping into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly shy and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although it may not appear lengthy, I’ve gained a wealth of experience. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its variety of accommodation options but also for its multicultural communities. Students have an abundance of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
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 brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly timid and…
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