Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently completed nine months of residing in London. Although it’s not an extended period, I have gained some insights. London is an energetic city, not just for its variety of living arrangements but also for its communities. Students have numerous options right at their…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainties about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it’s a short duration, I have gathered some observations throughout this period. London is a dynamic city, not only due to its varied housing options but also because of its multicultural…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I found myself filled with anxiety and uncertainty about the future as I geared up to commence my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into uncharted territory was not something my previously reserved self…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked the completion of nine months residing in London. Although this duration may not be long, I have amassed some observations. London is a dynamic city, celebrated not just for its variety of housing but also for its lively neighborhoods. Students have a…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, 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. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. Although it might not sound like an extended duration, I have gathered some observations during this time. London is an energetic city, not only because of its varied housing options but also…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts from the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Master’s in Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious, frightened, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself into the unknown was not something my previously…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, it has been nine months since I relocated to London. Although this duration isn’t extensive, I have gained considerable insights. London is a dynamic metropolis, renowned not just for its varied housing options but also for its thriving communities. Students find an abundance of…
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) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with nerves, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was set to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Diving into the unknown was not something my typically shy and…
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