Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and reserved…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I marked my ninth month of residing in London. Although nine months may not seem extensive, I have acquired some valuable perspectives. London is an energetic metropolis, renowned not only for its various housing opportunities but also for its multicultural communities. Students have an…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what awaited me. I was on the brink of starting my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unknown was far from…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months in London. While this duration may seem brief, I’ve gained some insights. London buzzes with life, showcasing not only its varied housing choices but also its vibrant communities. Students find themselves with numerous options available. Both student residences…
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) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into unfamiliar territory was not something my previously shy…
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. Although this duration might appear brief, I’ve gathered some valuable observations throughout this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, renowned not only for its extensive variety of housing options but also for its…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Your Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was engulfed in anxiety and doubt regarding the future as I got ready to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Engaging with the unknown was not something my formerly introverted self was…
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 celebrated nine months of residing in London. Though this may not seem extensive, I have acquired several observations during this timeframe. London thrives with vibrancy, not merely due to its varied housing choices but also its multitude of communities. Students are…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts in 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 path ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and introverted…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering A few days ago, I celebrated my nine months in London. Although it’s a relatively short time, I have gained significant insights. London is dynamic, with a wide range of housing options and communities. Students can choose from various types of accommodation, including student residences,…
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