Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my nine-month milestone living in London. While it may seem brief, I have gained a wealth of experience. London is an energetic metropolis, celebrated for its varied living arrangements and dynamic communities. Students are presented with a multitude of options…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Just ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about my future as I geared up to start my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unknown was not something my previously 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 it may seem brief, I’ve gained significant insights. London pulsates with life, presenting a myriad of housing and community options. Students can choose from various accommodations, including student residences, private rentals, ensuite and…
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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 brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I have recently finished nine months of residing in London. Though this may not seem like a long duration, I have acquired several observations. London is a bustling metropolis, renowned for its wide-ranging housing choices and lively communities. Students have an array of options available…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the cusp of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresher. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was used…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago marked my nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may not seem extensive, I have gained considerable insights during this timeframe. London is an energetic city, not only for its varied living arrangements but also for its communities. Students…
Read moreDos 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 felt nervous and uncertain about the future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I have completed nine months of residing in London. Though this period may not seem extensive, I’ve gathered some valuable observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, not solely for its varied living arrangements but also for its communities. Students are presented with numerous options…
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, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to start my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy and reserved nature…
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