Dos and Don’ts for Your Initial Year: Insights from My Journey as a Materials Science Student

**Insights from My Inaugural Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, uncertainty, and hesitation regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my first year in [Materials Science and Engineering](https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/materials-science-engineering-meng/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=mra-blogs&utm_content=link) at Imperial College London….

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student

**Discovering a Home in London: My Journey and Perspectives** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nine months ago, I relocated to London, and although that might not seem significant, I have gained considerable insights into life in this vibrant city. London is not just varied in its inhabitants and culture but also…

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Dos and Don’ts During the First Year: Insights Gained from My Journey as a Materials Science Student

### Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Just ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and doubts about what was coming. I was about to embark on my first year studying [Materials Science and Engineering](https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/materials-science-engineering-meng/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=mra-blogs&utm_content=link) at Imperial College…

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Locating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Finding a Home in London: My Journey and Reflections** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Just a few days ago, I celebrated nine months since my arrival in London. Although this period may appear short, I have gained substantial insight into life in this vibrant metropolis. London boasts not only a variety…

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Dos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained from My Journey as a Materials Science Student

### Thoughts on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, uncertainty, and skepticism about the journey ahead. I was on the brink of my first year in [Materials Science and Engineering](https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/materials-science-engineering-meng/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=mra-blogs&utm_content=link) at university, and facing…

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Locating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Finding a Home in London: My Journey and Reflections** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nine months back, I relocated to London, and although that doesn’t seem like a lengthy period, I have gained substantial insights about residing in this bustling metropolis. London is famed not only for its varied housing options…

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Discovering Innovation: My Research Laboratory Experience at Imperial College London

**My Journey as a Master’s Student in a Research Laboratory at Imperial College London** *By Ashima Khanna, MSc Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology* ### Beginning a Research Adventure In my pursuit of a Master’s degree in Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology, I was attracted to Imperial College London—one of the leading research institutions globally. My enthusiasm for…

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Dos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights from My Journey as a Materials Science Student

**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, uncertainty, and skepticism about what was to come. I was on the brink of starting my first year in [Materials Science and Engineering](https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/materials-science-engineering-meng/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=mra-blogs&utm_content=link) at Imperial, and…

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Dos and Don’ts During the First Year: Insights Gained from My Journey as a Materials Science Student

### Thoughts on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overcome with anxiety, uncertainty, and self-doubt regarding what the future held. I was about to embark on my first year of studying [Materials Science and Engineering](https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/materials-science-engineering-meng/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=mra-blogs&utm_content=link) at Imperial…

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Locating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Discovering a Home in London: My Journey and Thoughts** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Approximately nine months ago, I relocated to London, and although it may seem like a brief period, I’ve gained significant insights about life in this dynamic city. London presents a wide variety of housing options, suitable for…

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