By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about beginning my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Engaging in something unfamiliar wasn’t characteristic of my previously reserved nature. Looking back on the past academic year, I recognize a path of…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I reached the milestone of nine months in London. Although it may seem brief, I have gathered considerable experience. London is a lively city with a wide range of housing options and communities. Students can choose from various types of living arrangements, including student…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the cusp of embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly shy and introverted…
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 in London. While it might not sound like a lot of time, I’ve gained a considerable amount of knowledge. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its varied housing options but also for its diverse communities. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved self…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month mark of my stay in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I’ve acquired several observations throughout this time. London pulsates with life, not just due to its varied housing options but also because of its dynamic communities. Students find…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial 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 overwhelmed with nerves, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a fresh student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly shy and…
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. Although it’s not a long duration, I’ve accumulated several observations. London is an energetic city, not only due to its varied housing possibilities but also because of its multicultural populations. Students have a plethora of 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 what lay ahead. I was set to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not familiar territory for my previously…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Postgraduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although it might not appear lengthy, I’ve acquired some valuable perspectives during this period. London is a dynamic city, presenting a plethora of accommodation alternatives and lively communities. Students have a multitude of options available, as…
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