Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) 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 newcomer. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously shy and introverted…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I achieved the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this duration is not extensive, I have garnered various insights throughout my experience. London is an energetic city, not only regarding its multitude of housing choices but also for its rich array…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt nervous and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Diving into the unknown was not something my previously timid self was familiar…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone since relocating to London. Even though the time has been short, I have gained a wealth of knowledge. London is a dynamic metropolis, notable not only for its varied housing choices but also for its lively communities. Students have…
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 back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. 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 introverted and reserved…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I have completed nine months of residing in London. Although it is not a lengthy time, I have acquired several insights. London is an energetic city, not only for its varied living arrangements but also for its multicultural communities. Students have a plethora of…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not a scenario my previously timid…
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 residing in London. Although this duration is not extensive, I have gathered some perspectives. London is dynamic, providing various housing options and a vibrant community atmosphere. Students can select from numerous alternatives, such as student residences, private rentals, ensuite and…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, uncertainty, and skepticism 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 wasn’t something my previously timid and…
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 back, I celebrated my nine-month milestone of living in London. Although nine months might not feel particularly long, I’ve acquired several observations throughout this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, not solely regarding its diverse living arrangements but also for the dynamic…
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