Application for a graduate course in International Public Policy at University College London (UCL) , i will attach my resume in order to answer educational and work experience . Be sure to capture my long term interest nd passion for the course and UCL
the questions below should be answered in the essay, throughout – needs to be a very strong essay for me to be a strong candidiate
Why do you want to undertake the programme or research?
What are your academic interests?
Why do you wish to study at UCL?
What educational experience do you have?
Do you have any relevant work experience?
Have you completed any extracurricular or voluntary activities relevant to the programme?
What are your career aspirations?
this is the program page/degree for the course I will be applying for: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught-degrees/international-public-policy-msc
Writing a personal statement
Here is our advice on how best to show us what you have to offer and give us a sense of who you are as an individual.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for excellent writing and a statement that is personal and unique to you. We want to understand:
Your passion for your subject
How you are a good fit for your chosen programme
What you will bring to the university community
Before you start
Read the programme description and the modules offered.
Think about what skills, qualities, and experiences might be needed for a programme like this.
Think about examples from your life that demonstrate these skills, qualities and experiences.
Consider
Academic studies
Extra-curricular activities
Personal interests
Achievements
Projects
Exhibitions visited
Competitions
Work experience
Taster days
Field trips
Volunteering experience
Reading
Lectures
Podcasts
Reflect
Were you inspired by the experience? What was inspiring about it?
Did it make you want to learn more about something?
What did you learn through this experience about the subject?
Did you learn anything about yourself through this experience?
Did you gain transferable skills through this experience? For example, teamwork, communication, or leadership skills?
Structure
Your main focus should be on demonstrating your interest in, and describing your engagement with, the subject itself. The majority of your statement, around 75-85%, should focus on this subject, with the remaining 15-25% on extra-curricular activities or career aspirations.
Don’t forget:
Allow your passion for the subject to shine
Show why are a good fit for your chosen programme
Show what you will bring to our UCL community
Our top tips
75%-85% of the statement must be about the subject
Select only your best examples
Reflect on your experiences
Stay focused and relevant
Let your passion for your subject shine
Avoid clichés and bland, vague statements
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