Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a novice student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of living in London. While this period may not seem extensive, I have acquired various insights throughout this experience. London is a dynamic metropolis, not only for its array of housing options but also for its multicultural communities….
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
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. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously shy…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Though this may not be a long duration, I’ve gathered several insights throughout this period. London stands as a vibrant city, not only for its array of housing options but also for the multifaceted communities…
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 and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously introverted self was used to. Looking back now,…
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. While this may not seem extensive, I’ve absorbed several lessons throughout this period. London is a dynamic metropolis, presenting a plethora of housing choices and vibrant neighborhoods. Students have an array of 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) Looking back ten months to October 2022, I was overcome with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. As I prepared to embark on my journey as a first-year student in Materials Science and Engineering, stepping into the unfamiliar was not typical for my previously…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
A few days ago marked my nine months in London. While nine months may not seem lengthy, I’ve gained so much knowledge. London is lively, not only for its variety of housing options but also for its communities. Students have a wealth of choices available. Both student housing and private accommodations present options such as…
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 ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Daring to venture into the unknown was not something my previously reserved…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Just recently, I marked nine months of living in London. While this time frame isn’t particularly long, I’ve gathered some knowledge. London is a vibrant city, not only for its wide range of housing options but also for its multicultural communities. Students have plenty of…
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