Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not a typical experience for…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having recently completed nine months in London, I’ve gained significant insights. This dynamic metropolis is lively, not only for its varied housing options but also for its energetic neighborhoods. Students are presented with a multitude of choices. Both student accommodation and private rentals provide amenities…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding 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 formerly shy…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although this may not seem lengthy, I have garnered several insights throughout this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its diverse housing options but also for its multicultural communities. Students have an abundance…
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Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious, fearful, and uncertain 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 and introverted…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s 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 accumulated some perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its array of housing options but also for its rich mix of communities. Students have…
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) Looking back ten months to October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about the future as I embarked on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not a scenario my previously reserved self was used to. As…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although it might appear brief, I’ve gained various perspectives during this period. London is a bustling metropolis, not just for its wide-ranging living arrangements but also for its lively neighborhoods. Students have numerous…
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) Just ten months back, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety and uncertainty about the future. I was on the verge of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly timid and reserved…
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 milestone of residing in London. Although it’s not an extended period, I’ve gathered valuable insights throughout this time. London is a dynamic city, not only for its variety of housing choices but also for its lively communities. Students have a…
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