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 about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted and quiet self was used…
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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. Though this isn’t a lengthy duration, I’ve gained some perspectives. London is a bustling metropolis, notable for its varied housing choices and dynamic communities. Students have a plethora of options readily available. Both student accommodations…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anticipation and doubt about embarking on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Engaging in something unfamiliar was quite out of character for my previously reserved nature. Looking back now, I recognize…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. While this timeframe may not seem extensive, I’ve acquired valuable insights throughout this duration. London is an energetic city, notable not just for its extensive range of housing options but also for its…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and introverted self was used to. Looking back, I recognize…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of living in London. Although this time frame isn’t extensive, I’ve picked up a few lessons along the way. London is an energetic city, recognized not just for its various housing options but also for its multicultural communities….
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Immersing myself in the unknown was not something my previously shy and…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Composed by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem like a lengthy duration, I’ve acquired some perspectives. London is a dynamic metropolis, not only due to its varied housing options but also because of its lively communities. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts from the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Just ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Jumping into the unknown was not something my previously timid self was used to. Looking back now, I recognize a year…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Postgraduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although this duration is not extensive, I have gained substantial insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its varied housing options but also for its eclectic communities. Students have an abundance of choices available….
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