I am writing to apply for the XXX scholarship for 

artists. 

I graduated in architecture in March 2003 from the University of XXX, Faculty of Architecture in XXX, XXX. My degree
focuses on architectural design and urban planning. I also took several courses in urban management, which
provoked my strong interest in issues that affect urban development and future of urbanity. 

The urban metropolitan areas are interesting to study because they are places where different cultures and urban
practises encounter each other. In the age of economic globalisation, multimedia communication and transnational
migration these urban areas are increasingly changing. On another level, this phenomena influence people’s lifestyles
and as a result their dwelling practices are changing. This affects the Eastern European cities as well as Western
European cities. Generally, the urban spaces are in need of new strategies that deal with the problems facing
urban development. I am interested in studying the urban condition globally and analysing the urban design
strategies and practises of urban space creation. 

My diploma project was based on research that I conducted on the new political, economical and social
circumstances in my country that affect the urban living. The focus of the project was creation of a new type of
collective residence in an urban area that would be able to accommodate the changed life style practises of the
urban dweller. In addition, I have successfully participated in domestic and international open competitions that
aredealing with the subject of urban condition on different levels. I have a passion for research and am especially
interested in further developing my skills in urban research. 

The XXX in XXX, to which I am interested to apply, has been offering a one-year postgraduate program focusing on
urban topics since 1999. The design-oriented XXX deals with the future of urbanity. The program is both
international and interdisciplinary. It is the objective of the XXX to develop unusual strategies that transcend purely
scientific analysis or design- and planning methods. The one-year XXX is divided into two parts: an orientation phase
that concentrates more on theory and analysis and a project phase that focuses on the development of methods and
strategies. I am very exited by my decision to pursue my Master’s Degree at the XXX. I believe that their approach
will enable me to acquire knowledge and skills that will help me meet new professional challenges. 

I have made the necessary contacts with the XXX contact person Ms. XY to ensure that I am eligible to apply for the
academic year 2005. 

With a solid foundation in academic theory on urban planning and intensive research gained through the
Master’sDegree program in urbanism at the XXX, I am confident that I will have the skills, knowledge and contacts
that will enable me, as architect and urban planner, to deal with the complex issues of the urban condition in my
country. 

Thank you very much for considering my request. I look forward to your positive response. 

Sincerely yours, 

Jasmina