Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Just ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was preparing to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Jumping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my ninth month living in London. Although this is a brief period, I’ve gathered a handful of observations. London is a vibrant city, not only due to its varied housing options but also because of its multicultural communities. Students have…
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) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was embarking on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was used to. Reflecting on the…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it might not appear to be an extended period, I’ve accumulated various insights throughout this time. London is a dynamic city, presenting a plethora of housing choices and lively communities. Students have 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 prior, 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 Venturing into the unknown was not something my once timid and withdrawn…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While this may not seem extensive, I’ve accumulated some observations throughout my time here. London is a bustling metropolis, not just for its range of living arrangements but also for its varied communities….
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Diving into the unknown was not something my previously introverted and reserved…
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 celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although it isn’t extensive, I’ve picked up several insights. London is lively, presenting a variety of housing selections and communities. Students have numerous options, including university dormitories and private rentals with ensuite and…
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) About ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Embracing the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously timid and reserved…
Read moreDiscovering 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. While this isn’t a lengthy period, I have acquired some perspectives. London is an energetic city, famous not only for its assortment of housing alternatives but also for its varied communities. Students find themselves…
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