By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and unsure about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved self…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently completed nine months in London, I’ve gathered some perspectives during this timeframe. The city is vibrant, not only because of its varied housing options but also its multicultural communities. Students enjoy a plethora of choices. Both student accommodation and private rentals feature options…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) 10 months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was an experience my previously timid self was not…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residence in London. While it may not appear lengthy, I have gained a wealth of experience during this period. London is a dynamic city, characterized not only by its myriad of housing options but also by its multicultural populations….
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my once reserved self was used…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve completed nine months of living in London. While this may not be a lengthy period, I’ve gained some valuable observations during my stay. London is a vibrant metropolis, known for its wide range of housing options and its multicultural communities. Students have a…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was set to commence my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Embracing the unknown was not something my formerly shy and reserved self was familiar…
Read moreLocating 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. Although this timeframe may not seem extensive, I’ve gathered various perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its eclectic housing options but also for its multifaceted communities. Students have a multitude of choices available….
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) Approximately ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed 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. Embracing the unfamiliar was not something my previously shy and reserved…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While nine months might not appear substantial, I’ve gained some valuable experiences throughout this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, not just for its varied housing choices but also for its multicultural neighborhoods. Students…
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