HOW TO MAKE MOTIVATION LETTER

Structure and Objectives of Motivation letter.

ASPECTS TO BE ANSWERED:

i. Why do you want to get a PhD?

ii. What are your research interests, and why are you interested in
these topics?

iii. Prove that you are self-motivated to complete the PhD and can
withstand the emotional demands of graduate research.

STRUCTURE:

i. First paragraph Describe the general areas of research that interest

you and why. Briefly explain who you are, where you're from, why you
have chosen the particular field to which you're applying, and why the
university is among your first choices.

ii. Second paragraph and Third paragraph Describe some research

projects
that you worked on. Talk about your work experience.

iii. Fourth paragraph Tell us why you feel you need a PhD.

iv. Fifth paragraph Explain why you want to choose the university you
are applying to. Mention names of prospective supervisor whose profile
you have seen on the university website.

In other words,
- Statement of Purpose
- Letter of Intent
- Motivation Letter

For Bachelors and Masters Programs

Letter of Intent is required to request admission to specific Study

program with an explanation of your interest in and background for
that Programme.
- Indicate why you are applying (e.g., what made your interest in that
program)
- Indicate how do you see the fit between your goals and learning
interests and the program you are applying for?
- Why are you interested in this particular program?
- How does this Programme fit with your professional and academic
goals?
- What skills and supports will help you ensure success in that
program?

The Letter of Intent should be:

- A brief and good letter of Intent is of 1-3 pages typed, double spaced
- Clearly organized and well-written
- Pages numbered, with your name and the date as a header or footer
(If you are writing individual letter of intent for every programme you
are applying to mention on the top of your letter that it is for which
university and Programme)
Letter of Intent is normally rated on:

- Fit of Applicants interests with the program

- Applicants intentions and interest for the program
- Writing style and grammar.

[sample copy]
Letter of Motivation

I want to study Computer Science because it has a core importance in

todays most dynamic & emergent field of Information Technology.
Computer Science is becoming a defining technology and provides a
vast integration of various applications with tools, methods, economics
and organizational issues.

In addition to that, it plays a vital role in the advancement of todays

Research & Development sector by introducing the concepts of
Quantum Computers, Parallel Computing, Grid Computing, Real Time
Systems, Bioinformatics and Neural Networks etc.

Despite the blessings of Computer Science are ubiquitous, a lot of

work has to be done and software development standards are in its
immaturity. This fact also encourages people having IT awareness to
turn their directions in this relatively new field.

My favourite areas of interest in CS are Computer Security and Human

Computer Interaction. In Computer Communication, Optical & Wireless
Communication fields are quite attractive for me. I am looking for an
environment where there exists a real balance between theory and
practice and I hope, by joining your community Ill have my desired
environment.

I am highly motivated to play an active role in the advancement of

Computer Science field in our country and putting my country into new
era equipped with most modern Computer Science methods, tools and
techniques. In our country, numbers of IT companies are in their
infancy and will be a very good source for implementation of my
knowledge & skills after the completion of my Master/PhD degree.

Studying in Finland will also help to fulfill my personal career ambitions

as I wish to work internationally to improve my language capabilities
and my career prospects as the domestic market will continue to be
strongly influenced by world markets. I wish to study the course in the
Finland because Finnish educational degrees have a good reputation
worldwide. In World Economic Forum 2004, the Network Readiness
Index Rank (NRIR) of Finland in Global IT Competitiveness is 3 among
102 countries. This fact clearly states Finland as an IT nation and also
acts as a strong argument for me to study there.

And finally for me its been a wonderful experience to meet new

people and to know about there cultural diversity.

With regard to my personal lifestyle and interests I moved to the

Capital from a provincial (rural) area to improve my work opportunities
but now have also discovered that I enjoy the dynamics of city life. The
city provides me with opportunities to pursue my interests in live
music, games and reading as there are so many bookshops and
libraries.

I hope that you will give my application serious consideration and

would be pleased to provide you any further information about
myself.

Name.....................
Address..................