Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my ninth month of residing in London. While it may not seem extensive, I’ve gained some insights. London buzzes with life, evident in its varied living arrangements and vibrant communities. Students readily find numerous options nearby. Both student housing and…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Jumping 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 Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although this may seem brief, I have gained substantial insights during this period. London is an energetic metropolis, offering a plethora of housing options and dynamic communities. Students have an abundance of selections available….
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge 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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Penned by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months residing in London. Although this isn’t an extensive period, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting various housing choices and dynamic communities. Students can select from different types of housing, including student residences, private rentals,…
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) Eleven months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of commencing my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not customary for my previously shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve hit the nine-month mark of my stay in London. While this may not seem like an extended period, I’ve absorbed a fair amount of knowledge. London is a dynamic metropolis, renowned not only for its wide-ranging housing choices but also for its bustling…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the journey ahead. 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 previously…
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. Although this duration might seem short, I have gathered some observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its array of housing alternatives but also its multicultural populace. Students have a multitude…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was far from what my formerly timid…
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