Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt nervous, scared, and unsure about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of embarking on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although it’s a brief time, I’ve gained considerable insights. London is a bustling metropolis, presenting numerous housing options and dynamic communities. Students have a plethora of choices available, including student residences and private lodgings…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, back in October 2022, I found myself anxious, fearful, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my Materials Science and Engineering degree as a newcomer. Diving into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and introverted…
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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 it may seem like a brief period, I’ve acquired several perspectives throughout this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its varied housing options but also by the diverse…
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) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my once-timid and…
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. Although it’s not a long duration, I have amassed some valuable observations. London is a vibrant metropolis, offering not only a wide range of housing options but also a plethora of communities. Students have…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I found myself feeling anxious, frightened, and uncertain about the future. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Diving into the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid and…
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 isn’t a long time frame, I’ve acquired some knowledge during this duration. London is a vibrant city, not just for its diverse housing options but also for the various communities that…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months back, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Entering the unfamiliar was not something my previously timid self was used to. Looking…
Read moreLocating 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 might not appear significant, I have gathered some perspectives during this period. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its range of housing alternatives but also for its various communities. Students are…
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