By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. I wasn’t accustomed to immersing myself in new experiences. Looking back over the past year, I recognize a journey of development, obstacles,…
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By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although this may not appear extensive, I have gained considerable knowledge. London is a dynamic metropolis, renowned not only for its varied housing alternatives but also for its lively communities. Students have an abundance of…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I experienced feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding 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 unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted…
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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. Though this period isn’t extensive, I’ve gathered some valuable experiences. London is a dynamic city, not only because of its varied living arrangements but also due to its energetic communities. Students have a wealth…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in Year One: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown wasn’t a familiar experience for 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 Having recently reached the milestone of nine months residing in London, I’ve accumulated valuable perspectives during this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, renowned not only for its extensive range of housing alternatives but also for its varied communities. Students enjoy a multitude of choices…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously reserved self was familiar with. Looking back now, I…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I have completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not be a lengthy period, I’ve gathered some valuable perspectives. London is a bustling metropolis, known not only for its varied housing choices but also for its dynamic communities. Students have a…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously reserved…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Abode in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I reached the point of living in London for nine months. While this may not be extensive, I have gained a few perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its various housing options but also for its multicultural communities. Students…
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