Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping 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 residing in London. Though this time frame isn’t particularly long, I’ve accumulated some valuable experiences during my time here. London is an energetic city, not only due to its vast array of accommodation choices but also…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainties regarding the future. As a first-year student, I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated the completion of nine months of residing in London. Although it might not appear lengthy, I have gained valuable perspectives during this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its range of housing options but also for its multicultural communities….
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was accustomed to. Looking back on the past academic year, I can see…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While it may not seem like a lengthy period, I’ve gained some insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, not solely due to its varied housing options but also because of its communities. Students have numerous choices…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year 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. Immersing myself in the unknown was a daunting prospect for…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It has now been nine months since I began my journey in London. While the time has been short, my experiences have been numerous. London is a dynamic metropolis, not only because of its varied accommodation options but also due to its thriving communities. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Your Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was feeling anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was poised to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy and reserved nature…
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 hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it might not appear extensive, I’ve acquired several perspectives during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, characterized not only by its varied housing choices but also by its dynamic communities. Students…
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