Scholarship / Study plans to improve foreign languages (KGSP Undergraduate Study Plan Part A) [4]

I would definitely do my best

Hello everyone! this is my explanation for the given question:
Study plans to improve foreign languages (Korean, English, etc) required for taking a bachelor's degree course BEFORE and AFTER you come to Korea.

I would really appreciate it if you help and correct my essay. thank you ^^

I have been studying in a school where it's a must to speak English. Since elementary school, I have always conversed, studied, and practiced my English through written and oral tests. Thus I believe I am a good English user despite it being my second language. Though I'm sure my English is good, I will always practice it whenever I could. Up until now, I have been more interested in novels and poems; consequently I am sure it will help improve my grammar and vocabulary and it will benefit me in the future. As for my speaking skills, I have always been interested in music, specifically singing, so whenever I sing, I make sure I'm pronouncing the words and vowels correctly. If I don't understand the meaning of a specific word or a metaphor, I would search it up and understand it thoroughly.

I have always been interested in the Korean language since the beginning of high school. Since then, I've already practiced reading and writing the basics in Korean. I have also started to memorize basic vocabulary that's usually used on a daily basis. Since I'm very interested in music, I tend to listen to songs from all over the world - including music from Korea. Since I like to sing along to the music that I listen to, I usually memorize the lyrics by listening and then matching what I hear with the correct pronunciation by reading the written lyrics in both Korean and English so that I understand what the sentences mean. Thus, I get to work with my pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. Although I'm still not ready to converse in Korean, I will definitely try my best to learn the language.

If I were given the opportunity to study in South Korea, I will definitely do my best. This is automatic, since I have always been interested in the Korean culture since high school, and to study there will be such an honor. Upon my arrival in Korea, I will plan self-study Korean sessions outside of the given Korean language program in order to be advanced in the studies. If there are events open for foreigners interested in learning Korean, I will try my best to attend and learn from the people there. I will try to converse both in English and in Korean. Since I have been very interested in literature, I will also attempt to read Korean novels and poems once I have understood the Korean sentence structures, words, and meanings thoroughly. Of course, I will start reading children books and short stories first before moving on to complex novels.

Scholarship / Personal Statement (KGSP Undergraduate application) - Motivations, background, experiences... [4]

learn from the south korea

Hai there! I would very much appreciate it if anyone would take the time to read and criticize my essay. what is necessary to add or should be deleted? and what can be done better?

The essay should consist the following and the length should be within 2 A4 pages:
- Motivations with which you apply for this program
- Family and Education background
- Significant experiences you have had; risks you have taken and achievements you have made, persons or events that have had a significant influence on you

- Extracurricular activities such as club activities, community service activities or work experiences
- If applicable, describe awards you have received, publications you have made, or skills you have acquired, etc.

I am the fourth child of a family with seven members. My father is the chief editor of a newspaper, while my mother is a housewife. My first brother is currently working under my father as a journalist. My second brother is a piano teacher and a freelance musician. My third brother is currently finishing his bachelor degree, majoring in Mass Communication, while I just graduated high school, majoring in social sciences. Lastly, my younger brother is still a toddler. My parents initially didn't want me to pursue a gap year, but I persuaded them - convincing them that I wanted to take my time to decide what I want to study in university instead of hurrying then regretting my choices afterwards. Now, I have finally come to a definite decision.

I grew up in a religiously-oriented country where there are people who assume that the lack in discipline is caused by not being religiously strong. I had no problem with that mindset, until one particular moment made me realize that it can be flawed. One day when I was in middle school, someone I knew committed suicide. Days after his death, I heard people talking about how he was religiously weak and that he ended his life because of his lack of faith in God. I was in a state of disbelief, and thought that it was so ignorant of them to judge and assume something based on their little understanding. That's when I realized how unaware people can be about these mental issues. This became my motivation to apply for this program. I want to study psychology and understand how each person psychologically differs from one another and why such differences exist. I want to understand in a more in-depth aspect on the little things that people think don't matter. With enough education, I want to raise awareness of mental health, especially in Indonesia, and help individuals to achieve a society with more positive energy. Thus, I am trying to reach out to the best education that I can have.

South Korea has always been an option for me since I've always been interested in the Korean culture. To me, South Korea is a continuously developing country that learns from its' mistake everyday to grow even better on the next. What makes me so attracted to the country is because they're still able to maintain and not let its cultural foundation wither despite modernization unlike many other countries. Other than being provided with financial assistance, I'm motivated to study psychology through this program because the Korean government itself has taken a step forward to raise mental health awareness amongst people who would rather avoid the said topic. I would like to learn about that and be exposed to the Korean environment so that I'll be able to learn and do the same steps in Indonesia once I graduate, since many are still unaware about that issue despite having a low suicidal rate. Moreover, I'm excited to be able to widen my perspective in an international scale since I'll be studying in a foreign country with more diverse students.

I have always disliked learning solely from textbooks, for I believe true knowledge is beyond what's written in books. Other than that, I've always liked doing physical activities since they free me from stress. Thus, I engage myself with a lot of extracurricular activities, including acting, singing, dancing, and sports. Despite not knowing anything about acting, I pushed myself to join dramas and discovered new things as I also developed my teamwork skills. One day, I was able to obtain the main role in a musical which also donated its' profit to XXX. Next, I was also a part of my high school's modern dance team. We competed and won numerous competitions, and we also volunteered as performers in varies events. Lastly, despite not being active in the sports community, I was able to compete and win first place is a national long jump competition, thus being able to represent my city.

Other than arts and sports, I was thankfully able to contribute and help school events and also international events. As for school events, I was able to help out in career fairs, university fairs, and also open houses. As for international events, I was able to volunteer for the eighteenth Asian Games, and also for Balinale- a film festival organized by Yayasan Bali Taksu Indonesia. Due to the amount of extracurricular activities I've engaged with and my considerably high GPA, I was given the Director's Award at the end of my high school year by XXX. I was told that it's given to a student who has shown improvement in all aspects of school life - academics, school activities, social, and spiritual growth.

From all of the extracurricular activities I've done, I believe I have enhanced the following skills the most; communication, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills. With better communication, I was able to understand more about the people around me and also from the people around me. By listening and engaging myself with crowds that were so different in terms of religion, culture, and mindset, I was able to widen my perspectives and find the importance of acceptance to have unity in diversity. With good communication, I was also able to develop my teamwork skills since I've learned how to voice out my ideas more directly and also listen to other people's views. By speaking up and accepting opinions of others, I have slowly strengthened my critical-thinking and decision-making skills in order to be able to meet in the middle ground despite of the multiple voices that needs to be weighted.

I am ready to show the world what I'm capable of and what I'm willing to do. If given the chance to study with the help of KGSP, I promise to not only make a difference in myself, but also impact my surrounding greatly and positively.

Scholarship / Study plan for bachelor's degree course (KGSP GKS 2020) [3]

Hi there! i highly appreciate it if you take a look at my study place for a Bachelor's degree course. Please help me by pointing out on what can be done to improve my essay. Thank you!

the plan for studying in the university through KGSP

This is the instruction:
Study plan for a bachelor's degree course (Please state the reason you choose such universities and departments (or majors), your academic goals, specific plans (including timeline) to achieve them, and future plan after completion of your study. In case that preferred departments (or majors) of the preferred universities are different, please mention about them separately.)

I have chosen 3 universities with the same major; AAA, BBB, and CCC. Based on my research, those universities are highly ranked when it comes to Psychology. They've also been established for a long time. I believe a university needs to have a strong foundation to be able to survive for a long period, thus I'm convinced that the three universities I've chosen have the strong foundation that will guide students to be excellent leaders.

I would like to take courses that specifies in Social Psychology and Clinical Psychology. Social Psychology is the study of the cause and effect within an interactive society. Studying this branch of Psychology will be most necessary for me to understand the causes of the current social problems. In my eyes, people nowadays depend heavily on their circle of friends, and most people work efficiently only when they have the "motivation" to do so. By focusing on this branch, I'll be able to find out what kind of behavior is important in a society and the key for people to work efficiently without having the need to wait and feel "motivated". On the other hand, Clinical Psychology is about the treatment of mental health and disability. By studying Clinical Psychology, I'll be able to point out and understand the causes of an abnormal behavior, and be able to approach mental problems with proper methods. Studying this will not only make me able to help a needed individual, but also deepen my research in finding a standard therapy that will make our society healthy in both mind and body.

As I undergo my Bachelor degree, I aim to not only obtain top GPA, but also gain on hand experience through extracurricular activities. By doing so, I'll not only be more exposed and be quickly adapted to the Korean environment, but also challenge myself to be more independent and efficient. My ideal study plan after the Korean language program is as the following:

2021-2022
In the beginning of university, I plan to be active in clubs and volunteer activities. This is because people say that the schedule given at the first semesters aren't as hectic compared to the rest. Therefore, I would like to take advantage of that and be more exposed to the Korean environment and join activities that will challenge me to be a more reliable individual. Other than that, I'll be able to meet more people and build connection with them. Clubs that I'm interested in are dance, theater, choir, archery, and basketball. Other than clubs, I am also interested in volunteer works inside and outside of campus.

2023-2024
Half way through university, I plan to still be active in volunteering and club activities, but I will be focusing more on studying. By studying harder at this period, I'll be able to deepen my understanding about the branches of Psychology since I would already choose specific subjects I want to master. Thus, I'll be able to plan my thesis in a more in-depth manner. To support my studies, I will visit the National Library of Korea during my self-study sessions to be able to examine the rare psychology findings.

2025-onwards
At the remaining time of studying in the university through KGSP, I plan to study and finalize my thesis well in order to be able to graduate with an honorable grade and degree. Afterwards, I plan to apply for jobs in South Korea in order to understand the work of psychology in the professional world.

Aside from jobs, I plan to create a non-profit project which allows individuals to reach out one another to talk about their issues. I believe that there are people who suffer mentally but are too afraid to reach out to psychologists, friends, or family. The reason behind that can be their anxiousness of being judged or leaving the impression of being overdramatic. There may even be cases where people are afraid to talk about problems because they have an image to uphold. Thus, gave me the idea for this project. The project is to create a website or even an application where you can chat with strangers from all around the world. Yes, it sounds like a regular medium of communication like WhatsApp, but this application aims to reach out to people who want to talk about their problems. With this, people won't need to be scared of ruining their image while hurting their mental health. In this app, I plan to let users choose whether they want to talk to a psychologist or a regular user. This option is required because there are people who don't need specialized psychologists, but just someone to hear them out. I believe this would be a great start to build a society with positive energy.

By studying in AAA, BBB, or CCC, I hope to not only be knowledgeable, but also be an individual that is dependable and trust-worthy. With the experience and knowledge gained with the help of KGSP, I will dedicate myself in making a positive change in this world - even the smallest count.

Scholarship / Chinese Government Undergraduate Scholarship (Personal Statement - Economics) [3]

Hi There! I'd like to ask for opinions regarding the content and structure of my personal statement. The instructions only talked about the minimum length of the essay (200 words), and nothing more.

Thanks in advance!

i have no regrets

Around 3 to 4 years ago I had to choose 2 from 3 subjects for my IGCSEs; Business, History, and Economics. Usually, people would choose the subject they're familiar with in order to have an "easier life", but since I was a child back then, I chose to study Economics and Business only to avoid my dreadful enemy - History. I don't regret it though. In a way, I believe it was meant to be since it was a perfect balance of theory and numeric problem solving. I enjoy analyzing data and being able to express my own views based on the theories I've learned. Unlike a few other subjects where there are fixed answers, economic theories allows me to think outside of the box, but within the rules provided. To me, learning economics gives me a glimpse of the endless possibilities for a better country.

As I studied more about economics through the national curriculum, I became more intrigued by how economics conquer the system today - through macroeconomics, and microeconomics. Understanding the fundamental theories like economic systems, inflations, and monetary and fiscal policies gives me a sense of fulfillment, for I get to understand a snippet of what's going on around the world. I also like to scroll through the World Economic Forum Instagram account to keep updated on the latest issue.

To further feed my curiosity, I volunteered for forums that revolved around the topic "circular economy for a sustainable future"; AAA, and BBB. I was able to deepen my knowledge while simultaneously develop my teamwork and communication skills. Along the forum, I was devastated because most of the data gathered were about the amount of trash leakage and carbon emissions that have already exceeded its limit. On the other hand, I was also stunned by the amount of brilliant and inspiring ideas that could make a huge difference in the world, especially in my home country - Indonesia. However, plans need action. The speakers practically begged for the support from the authorities and people of power in order to take action and achieve the goal. They need everyone's cooperation to make this work, and I'm inspired and motivated to be one of the people to make a change in this economy.

All Throughout my high school and gap year, I've always liked to challenge myself with non-academic ventures, especially physical activities since they free me from stress. Thus, I participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, such as singing, dancing, acting, and sports. I've had my fair share of "first-times" in high school, and those new experience lit a fire of eagerness within me. I have always looked forward to what I can do if I keep on trying, thus I attempt to enhance my capability. An example would be when I first performed a dance routine with my friend. We have always danced together for fun, but because that night we decided to get out of our comfort zone, we were then invited to join the modern dance team. Not long after, we competed and won in numerous dance competitions while representing our school.

I yearn for more challenges as I gain more experiences - sometimes I forget about my own health since I'm always excited about trying something new. For example, one time I did not attend school for nearly a month due to participating in XXX, sports competition, and volunteering as a school performer. It was a month filled with hectic schedule, dizziness, and stressing over my scores. Despite that, I was able to cope with it. I believe so, because I was given the Director's Award by the principal during my graduation ceremony. He announced that it's given to a student who has shown improvement in all aspects of school life - academics, school activities, social, and spiritual growth. I have always associated myself with as many extracurricular activities as possible in order to challenge myself as a person. Never have i thought that I'd receive an award for doing something I chose to do. Regardless, I am grateful for all of it. I'm especially thankful for the support my family and friends have given me. Without them, there may be times I wouldn't choose to get back up when I've fallen.

Obstacle after obstacle, and struggles I could've avoided - I have no regrets, because they all turned me into who I am today. Pursuing this education will be an honorable challenge, and I'm confident that with the skills I've developed throughout these years together with the investment on studying economics, I'll be a great help to ensure that we'll achieve a sustainable future.

Letters / Development Economics - Student Exchange Motivation Letter [4]

Hi! I really hope you guys can help me revise this motivation letter and provide inputs on how I can develop it. Thanks!

Motivation Letter (in English) Instruction: Please answer the following questions in your motivation letter: (1) Why are you interested to be a part of XXX 2022 delegate? (2) Why should we select you? Please briefly introduce yourself and mention any relevant skills and expertise, leadership experience, and/or achievements. (3) What are your plans and strategies if you are selected as a delegate from XXX to XXX 2022 ? Minimum 400 words, Maximum 550 words. Times New Roman Size 12, Single space. Please delete this instruction on your submission

Motivation Letter

Hi there! My name is XXX, and I'm an undergraduate student from XXX majoring in Development Economics. Firstly, I would like to express my gratitude towards the relevant party for providing this student exchange program as an excellent medium for self-development.

I am interested in becoming an XXX 2022 delegate because I believe this program could be a stepping stone in acquiring life-changing experiences. By having international exposure, I would not only be challenging myself in studying my field of interest, but moreover, I would also be able to build a global mindset that can help tackle relevant issues. This is necessary because, just like the saying that has been stuck with me, "the world is not in our heads, but out there". As such, that is what I'm craving to achieve through this program.

I believe I am fit for this opportunity because I am socially driven and people-oriented. Aside from that, I am also an individual who always seeks to learn new things. I find importance in those qualities because I strongly believe that great and positive impact comes from collaboration and continuous learning. I am also certain that those aspects will guide me through the XXX 2022 program as it did through my current organizations.

One of the most meaningful experiences I've been through would be creating an event for an organization called the XXX Association. That organization revolves around the 17 sustainable development goals. Although it was my first time organizing an event, I was grateful to be able to learn numerous things - which I can say was quite an apprehensive yet exciting experience. The things I have learned include knowing the current state of Indonesia for a specific SDG or even the process of media partnering - all of which I was able to accomplish while simultaneously doing a full-time job as a customer service representative for an international broker.

If I were to be honored with the opportunity of becoming an XXX 2022 delegate, I plan to dedicate my time to study revolving the sustainable development goals (most specifically through the economic perspectives) and explore the designated country in terms of its' sustainable program. Through this, I would be able to learn how different countries find a balance between social welfare and economic welfare.

I also plan to apply the knowledge I have gained through endless mediums provided by XXX 2022 to my current and future organizations. By doing so, I would be able to develop my personal qualities together with the qualities of my environment. Such knowledge can be gathered by simply paying attention to the work ethics of international students, or even participating in the events held by the university. Aside from that, I would also like to build ideas in hopes of contributing to the Indonesian economy based on the topics I have learned abroad.

All in all, I am certain that XXX 2022 is the perfect opportunity to achieve my long-term goals. If I were to be given the chance to demonstrate my eagerness to achieve greater self and organizational development for the greater good, I will not take it for granted. Once again, thank you for your time and consideration.

Scholarship / IISMA 2022 Study Plan: how are we able to find the equilibrium between economic growth, social well- [3]

Hi there! I hope you will be able to provide feedback to further develop my study plan. No prompts were provided by the relevant party. Thank you!

study plan essay

The issue regarding economic growth has always been apparent since the presence of "business transactions", which then led to every "rational" individual aiming to receive the maximum profit with minimum cost. However, nowadays we can find that the minimum costs we used to believe are instead catalysts of a global destruction. This then results to my personal concern - how are we able to find the equilibrium between economic growth, social well-being, and environmental condition?

I believe my concern can be considered as an urgency for Indonesia. Aside from us finding ways to push forward our economic growth, we are also in need of innovations to save our environment and to further avoid the "green-swan state" - which can result in a chaotic climate and unstable financial sector. These are many problems that need to be addressed as soon as possible together with many other aspects. As such, I am motivated to expand my horizon in these aspects in hopes of being able to create effective solutions.

Upon researching the courses provided by the collaborating universities of IISMA 2022, I find my passion aligned with Maastricht University. Through Maastricht University, I was able to find a combination of courses with a balanced concern regarding economics, sustainability, and development. The courses I am highly interested in are as below;

A - International Trade Law: Globalization, Trade, and Development
A - The Social Study of Environmental Problems: Between Nature, Society, and Politics
B - Economics and Society in Contemporary Asia
B - Entrepreneurship

By studying these courses, I would be able to further understand the roles and impact of different countries towards the international economy. Subsequently, I would also be able to discover the core issues in a society that impacts the environment negatively. Through further understanding regarding the main issue, I would be able to build ideas on how to solve this international concern effectively. Later on, I would be able to figure out the execution of the innovation through the Entrepreneurship course. This then will build my critical and creative thinking skills in solving the relevant issues while also supporting economic growth.

I am convinced that Maastricht University is the perfect choice to further my education because it is located in the Netherlands, which is a country that is committed to sustainability. As such, I would have the opportunity to explore the sustainable projects or discussions available in the city during my free time. Through this, I would be able to experience first-hand regarding the problem-solving instances for issues concerning sustainability. I am certain these irreplaceable experiences will ignite a spark of motivation to expand my knowledge even more and provide inspiration for future innovations.

To maximize my student exchange experience, I plan to divide my time and focus on a specific aspect per month; for personal adjustment, cultural exchange, and research. Surely, I will focus on my studies as well for each month. The specific details of my study plan are as below;

Pre-departure
Before departure, I will do an in-depth research regarding the designated country, the sustainable economic events I would be able to take part in, and also tips and tricks explained by the previous IISMA 2021 awardees. By doing detailed research, I would be able to prepare myself mentally and avoid a lengthy period of self-adjustments upon arrival later on. Aside from that, planning beforehand will allow me more time to be able to focus on the executions of my ideal agenda.

1st month
During the first month of my stay, I will allow myself a moment to adjust with the new environment. I will familiarize myself with my surroundings and get to meet more people that can help assist me during my stay. This would be a perfect time for cultural exchanges and networking with Indonesian and international students. During this time, I will also continue my study on the basic languages needed to get through the day.

2nd month
In the consequent month, I would like to be able to explore further regarding the diversity in culture. To do so, I plan to join cultural exchanges provided by Maastricht University or even by the local organizations. By doing so, I will be able to widen my perspectives regarding the differences that are present between international students. I am sure that achieving this at Maastricht University is possible because it is known that Maastricht University has a well-diversed number of international students enrolled.

3rd - 4th month
During the last two months, I will specifically dedicate my time to research revolving around the sustainable procedures implemented by local organizations. As stated previously, I aim to participate in sustainability discussions or even visit organizations to see how individuals work together to implement the sustainable development goals. Doing this will benefit me in many ways, such as; providing ideas that can be implemented in Indonesia or even gaining new insights regarding the sustainable development goals. If I were honored with the chance to participate in such discussions, I would share issues that have yet to be solved in Indonesia, and emphasize such concerns in hopes of invoking discussions with new perspectives.

Once I have completed the IISMA 2022 student exchange program successfully, I see myself as a more open and experimental individual. With global exposure regarding the international issues and actions implemented to achieve sustainable development goals, I would be more confident in creating innovative ideas that can be used as solutions in my own country. Aside from that, I see myself with a strong foundation that can further support my journey as an environmental economist or simply as an individual who partakes in a non-government organization that supports the idea of a greener economy.

If I'm honored with the chance to become an IISMA 2022 delegate, I will ensure that the benefit will not only be received by me, moreover, I will participate in the domino effect of positive impact to my surroundings. Thank you for your time and consideration.