Scholarship / Educational Achievements: review for a masters scholarship [3]

My education, experience, and accomplishments till date are in alignment with my vision as I have a strong background academically and professionally. I was among the top 2% of the students in high school and under-graduation and one of the nine candidates selected by Radio Salus from 100+ candidates. I was also recognized as the "Trainee of the Year" and "Best Team Player" during my tenure. My love for journalism sprouted during my earliest days of secondary school and developed as I entered the University of Rwanda. There I attended the School of Journalism and Communication and it is here where I shadowed professional journalists and broadcasters from the University Radio Salus.

Over the last 3 years I have been fortunate enough to have worked fully as an editorial assistant in the newsroom of Radio Isango Star. This hands on experience has helped me to obtain an insight into the real world of journalism. Whilst there I shadowed a professional journalists and got to proofread stories, gather information, meet industry specialists and be involved in a wide range of stories. While creating layouts with the front page editor of umuseke news website and producing newscasts with Radio Isango Star, I realized journalism is my form of expression and contribution to society.

At City University London, I will pursue a career in international journalism and media. The core curriculum at City University targets digital journalism, the foundation of my dream. If admitted, I hope to attend City University's international journalism program in London, England to further my education and experience. To enhance my global knowledge, I plan to double major in international studies.

I am confident that my leadership and teamwork abilities and analytical and managerial capabilities, combined with the unique education that UK Universities have to offer, will give me the opportunity to become a professional journalist and a successful leader. In addition, I believe my decision to pursue the postgraduate program would meet my long-term career goals and the knowledge, skills and experiences gained through such a program would bring newer insights in my professional potential, personal outlook on life and society.