gks sop - majoring in biological science

Motivations with which you apply for this program
- Educational background
- Significant experiences you have had; 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.

During my high school IALs first year many students in my class started to dropping out for abroad studies and there was a small group so it was easy for the teachers to interact with students very directly. That's when everything started to get serious- we got professional lecturers from universities for our studies for each subject and I met my motivator on that day- my chemistry lecturer. She was really professional, which encouraged us to be disciplined in that subject so when I was studying that really with my wish not by the homework or exam pressure I found chemistry as a fun subject, it answered many of my curious questions Studying it out of passion rather than pressure led me to excel, and got the highest marks in my class for chemistry for the first time surpassing our class topper and I had that proud face because it was all my hard work and knowing an answer in the exam was the best feeling forever. And this particular moment was the moment I started to run catching my childhood dream to be a doctor.
Growing up as the only girl in my family, I witnessed sacrifices daily. After my father passed away, my elder brother set aside his own dreams to support mine and fund our education. Compared to my siblings, my educational journey was far more challenging, as I studied in a private school with excessively high tuition expenses. These sacrifices taught me the value of perseverance and drove me to honor my family's efforts through academic excellence.
But due to a sudden increase in my school tuition I had to stop my IALs and I had a 1-year gap during that gap I hoped to still go back but the tuition fee, paying it each and every month was so hard to even think. I got a feeling that ill never go back to school, it gave me chills "will I never learn chemistry ever"? because that was my favourite subject I really worried a lot. Then my family told me let's do diplomas in either English, IT or graphic design, I remained focused on finding a path to university. I continued studying independently, collecting notes from friends and researching options until I discovered the foundation program at NSBM, equivalent to A-levels in Sri Lanka.
Doing a foundation programme in science at NSBM was one of the best decisions I've made, as it also included extra subjects that enriched my studies So, the next best decision was not giving up studying in that gap year because all that knowledge was really useful at that time in university. That decision simply made me get good results. Also, the university studies are totally different than schools in schools we get everything study materials and notes to our hand but in university if you pay attention and get notes only you can study, I was able to strive through this because in my high school last year I studied with lecturers in the same method. During this foundation year I learnt many things, something very new for me was presentations, standing Infront of 200 of students, making projects, doing lab works, leading projects and lab reports but it was exciting and there was an one particularly memorable experience was the math and quantitative project it was a statistics-based project. I lead a group and the topic we choose was "music vs studies" which was inspired while I was in dormitory my roommate was noisy and I had to use headphones while studying and it helped me to focus. I created a survey and my group members shared it across the university and we used those responses and made our presentation by each member should explain each topic but during the presentation day when we had rehearsals I found 3 members didn't prepare the script I gave to them and they had a hard time explaining the topics and the lecturer said them to stop and asked who will volunteer to explain these and as I was the leader I had to step out and lead the presentation including their parts and at the ending the lecturer complimented me for saving the group project. Beyond academics, I developed critical skills in teamwork, adaptability, and public speaking during this time.

After successfully completing my foundation programme, I got a call from my home saying I can't do the degree with upcoming batch because they got into a debt and again gap I returned back to home and they promised they'll let me joining with the next batch and during that 3 months I was just with nothing to study , but during that when searching something to learn I was looking at the basics of Korean language and I saw the story of king Sejong it was really inspiring and motivated me to learn Korean and his efforts to create a language accessible to all but to be real in Korean language I feel that I'm able to express my words more beautifully than the language I'm familiar and also I started to teach English for a kid which further developed my communication and mentorship skills.
Choosing Korea for this journey feels right, as the country is renowned for its cutting-edge research, advanced technology, and world-class education. I have chosen biological sciences as my major for undergraduate studies, as it will provide the strong foundation I need to prepare for medical school, including subjects like biochemistry, genetics, and physiology. Also, through this scholarship I will gain network and cultural experiences My next step after doing an undergraduate degree was med school so choosing the right undergraduate degree was important for me.
The advanced medical knowledge and top-tier research experience I will gain in Korea will enable me to promote and improve both nations' healthcare systems. I hope to contribute through research collaborations and international healthcare projects that bridge the gap between Korea and Sri Lanka. I believe that strengthening global medical ties will not only benefit my home country but also enhance Korea's role in international healthcare cooperation. I am committed to honoring the opportunity provided by the South Korean government by using my education to make a meaningful impact. Thank you for taking the time to evaluate my application.

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In the first year of my high school IALs, numerous students in my class began to withdraw for studies overseas, resulting in a small cohort that facilitated direct interaction between teachers and students. That was the moment when matters became serious; we engaged professional professors from universities for our studies on each topic, and I encountered my source of motivation that day-my chemistry lecturer. Her professionalism inspired us to maintain discipline in the subject and addressed many of my inquisitive queries. Pursuing my studies out of enthusiasm rather than obligation enabled me to improve, achieving the highest scores in my chemistry class for the first time, exceeding the class topper. The pride I felt was a testament to my hard work, and knowing the answers during the exam was an unparalleled experience. This moment marked the beginning of my pursuit of my childhood aspiration to become a doctor.

As the sole female in my household, I observed daily sacrifices. Following my father's demise, my eldest brother relinquished his aspirations to support us financially and for studies. In contrast to my siblings, my educational experience was far more arduous due to attending a private institution with exorbitant tuition fees. These sacrifices instilled in me the significance of perseverance and motivated me to commemorate my family's endeavours with academic brilliance.

However, an abrupt increase in my school tuition forced me to discontinue my IALs, leading to a one-year hiatus. During this interval, I aspired to return, but the monthly tuition payments were overwhelmingly burdensome to contemplate. I have a sense that I will never return to school; it evokes a shudder, prompting the question, "Will I never study chemistry again?" Due to my profound interest in the issue, I experienced considerable anxiety. Subsequently, my family suggested pursuing diplomas in English, information technology, or graphic design, while I stayed concentrated on identifying a pathway to university. I persisted in an independent study, gathering notes from peers and exploring alternatives until I identified the foundation program at NSBM, which is similar to A-levels in Sri Lanka.

Pursuing a foundational science program at NSBM was among the most advantageous decisions I have made, as it encompassed additional topics that enhanced my academic experience. Consequently, the most prudent decision was to continue studying during that gap year, as the acquired information proved invaluable during university. That decision unequivocally had favourable outcomes for me. Furthermore, university studies markedly differ from those in secondary education; in schools, we receive all study materials and notes, whereas in university, one must actively pay attention and take notes to facilitate independent study. I successfully adapted to this approach because, during my final year of high school, I engaged with lecturers using a similar method. Throughout this foundational year, I acquired numerous skills; notably, I gained experience in delivering presentations before an audience of 200 students, executing projects, conducting laboratory work, and directing both projects and lab reports, all of which proved to be exhilarating.

A particularly noteworthy event was the statistics-based mathematics and quantitative project. I led a group that selected the topic "music vs. studies," inspired by my experience in the dormitory, where my noisy roommate necessitated the use of headphones for concentration while studying. I developed a survey, which my group members disseminated throughout the university. We used the responses to construct our presentation, with each member assigned to explain specific topics. However, on the day of the presentation, during rehearsals, I discovered that three members had not prepared the scripts I provided, which made it difficult for them to articulate their topics. The lecturer intervened, requesting volunteers to explain these sections. As the leader, I had to step forward and assume responsibility for the presentation, including their segments. Ultimately, the lecturer commended me for salvaging the group project. In addition to academics, I cultivated essential abilities in collaboration, adaptation, and oratory throughout this period.

Upon successful completion of my foundation program, I received a call from home informing me that I could not enrol in the upcoming degree program due to financial difficulties. Consequently, I returned home and received assurances that I could join the next batch. During the three-month interim, I found myself without academic pursuits. However, while seeking something to learn, I explored the fundamentals of the Korean language and discovered the inspiring story of King Sejong, which motivated me to learn Korean. I appreciate that I can articulate my thoughts more eloquently in Korean than in my native language. Additionally, I began teaching English to a child, which further enhanced my communication and mentorship skills.

Choosing Korea for this endeavour seems appropriate, given the nation's reputation for pioneering research, sophisticated technology, and exemplary education. I have selected biological sciences as my undergraduate major to establish a robust foundation for medical school, encompassing disciplines such as biochemistry, genetics, and physiology. This scholarship will provide me with networking opportunities and cultural experiences. My subsequent step after completing my undergraduate degree was medical school; hence, selecting the appropriate undergraduate program was crucial for me.
The sophisticated medical expertise and superior research experience I will acquire in Korea will empower me to enhance and advance the healthcare systems of both nations. I aspire to contribute through research collaborations and international healthcare initiatives that connect Korea and Sri Lanka. I assert that fortifying worldwide medical connections will not only advantage my country but also elevate Korea's position in international healthcare collaboration. I am dedicated to fulfilling the opportunity granted by the South Korean government by utilising my degree to exert significant influence. I appreciate your consideration of my application.