Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, doubt, and a hefty dose of apprehension. I was about to embark on my first year of studying Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As someone who has always been timid and reserved,…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Reflecting on October 2022, I was brimming with anxiety, uncertainty, and a considerable amount of fear. I was on the verge of starting my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As someone who has always been quite introverted, embarking on such…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) In October 2022, I experienced a whirlwind of nerves, uncertainty, and a touch of fear. I was on the verge of commencing my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, and the idea of plunging into university life was intimidating—particularly for someone…
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It has been nine months since I relocated to London, and although that might not appear to be a lengthy period, I have gained extensive insights about residing in this vibrant city. London is abundant in culture and history while providing a multitude of housing…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, uncertainty, and a fair share of anxiety. I was on the verge of starting my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, and the prospect of plunging into something so foreign was intimidating—especially…
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Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It’s been nine months since I relocated to London, and although that may not appear to be a substantial duration, it’s been more than sufficient to gain considerable insights into residing in this vibrant city. London is not only abundant in culture and history but…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, uncertainty, and a healthy measure of fear as I geared up to embark on my first year in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London. As someone who had always been fairly introverted and…
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Here is a rephrased rendition of the article that enhances flow and clarity while keeping the original meaning and personable tone: — Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering It’s been nine months since I relocated to London, and although it may not appear to be an extended period, I’ve managed to…
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