Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although it might not appear extensive, I’ve gained some observations during this duration. London is a vibrant city, providing a broad range of housing options and diverse communities. Students have numerous choices available, including student residences…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts from the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. As a first-year student, I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering. Venturing into the unknown wasn’t something I was familiar with,…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my nine-month journey in London. Although it may appear brief, I have gathered some valuable perspectives throughout this period. London is a bustling metropolis, not only for its varied lodging options but also for its dynamic communities. Students have an…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used to….
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I celebrated reaching the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. While it may not seem lengthy, I have acquired various insights throughout this duration. London is a dynamic city, providing a vast selection of living arrangements and lively communities. Students find themselves with…
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) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, afraid, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously shy and reserved self…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering I recently marked my ninth month of residing in London. While it might not seem like an extensive period, I’ve gathered valuable experiences during this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its array of housing options but also for its multicultural…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, I felt anxious, scared, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Such a leap was not something my previously introverted and reserved self was used to….
Read moreDiscovering Your New Abode in London as a Postgraduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve celebrated nine months of residing in London. While nine months may not seem lengthy, I have gained considerable insights. London is a vibrant city, not only for its array of housing alternatives but also for its multicultural neighborhoods. Students have a wealth of…
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