Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of living in London. While it may not seem like a significant duration, I’ve gained several insights throughout this time. London is a bustling metropolis, providing a vast range of housing options and dynamic neighborhoods. Students have plenty…
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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 verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Stepping into the unknown was not something my previously timid…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I have recently completed nine months of residing in London. While this period may seem short, I have gained considerable experience. London is a dynamic metropolis, not only due to its varied living arrangements but also because of its energetic communities. Students are presented with…
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 back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of commencing my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not something my previously shy and introverted…
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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. While this may not appear to be an extensive duration, I have gathered several insights throughout this time. London is an energetic city, not only due to its vast range of housing options but also…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, 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. Jumping into the unknown wasn’t something my previously introverted and…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently marked my nine-month milestone in London, I have gathered some observations during my stay. The city is bustling with life, presenting an array of housing alternatives and dynamic neighborhoods. Students are presented with a multitude of options. Both student residences and private lodgings…
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 felt nervous and uncertain about what lay ahead as I commenced my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy self was familiar with. Now, in hindsight,…
Read moreLocating 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. Though this timeframe may not be extensive, I have collected several observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, notable not only for its myriad housing options but also for its dynamic communities. Students have…
Read moreDos and Don’ts During 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 about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of embarking on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not something my previously timid and…
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