Hello everyone, I'm writing an essay to apply for a scholarship in Msc Marketing, the question is below. I am very happy to receive advice and constructive feedback from you. Thank you so much and have a great day!
Please explain your motivation for applying for the scholarship, and also mention the personal qualities that you think make you an outstanding applicant for the scholarship (in approximately 300 words).
My motivation to apply for Paul Simons Scholarship extends beyond the financial support purpose. Undoubtedly, the scholarship will ease the financial burden of studying abroad, but more importantly, being awarded this scholarship would represent an acknowledgment of my capabilities and the consistent dedication I have invested throughout my academic and professional journey. This recognition would become a strong source of motivation as well as responsibility for me during my time studying at Lancaster, encourage me to continuously challenge myself, maintain academic excellence, and actively contribute to the learning community.
One quality that distinguishes me from other applicants and aligns strongly with the scholarship's value is my clear and well-defined career direction. Upon returning to Vietnam, I intend to develop my career path in the F&B or FMCG industries, sectors characterised by rapid change and strong consumer dynamics that align closely with my personal interests but also very competitive. This clarity shapes my attitude toward learning. I do not pursue the MSc merely as an exploration, but as an important stage to build my intended career path. Every academic choice I make is guided by a clear determination of how the knowledge will be applied in real industry contexts.
Another quality that makes me a strong candidate for the scholarship is my proactive approach in learning. Rather than relying solely on formal instruction, I prefer the learning approach encouraging self-studying beyond the classroom through independent reading, reviewing and reflection on real-world experiences. I believe this attitude will allow me to maximise the academic resources at Lancaster and quickly adapt to the self-reflective academic culture in the UK. With the purpose-driven mindset and activeness in learning, I am confident that the scholarship will be used with focus, discipline, and long-term impact rather than treated as a short-term achievement.
Please explain your motivation for applying for the scholarship, and also mention the personal qualities that you think make you an outstanding applicant for the scholarship (in approximately 300 words).
My motivation to apply for Paul Simons Scholarship extends beyond the financial support purpose. Undoubtedly, the scholarship will ease the financial burden of studying abroad, but more importantly, being awarded this scholarship would represent an acknowledgment of my capabilities and the consistent dedication I have invested throughout my academic and professional journey. This recognition would become a strong source of motivation as well as responsibility for me during my time studying at Lancaster, encourage me to continuously challenge myself, maintain academic excellence, and actively contribute to the learning community.
One quality that distinguishes me from other applicants and aligns strongly with the scholarship's value is my clear and well-defined career direction. Upon returning to Vietnam, I intend to develop my career path in the F&B or FMCG industries, sectors characterised by rapid change and strong consumer dynamics that align closely with my personal interests but also very competitive. This clarity shapes my attitude toward learning. I do not pursue the MSc merely as an exploration, but as an important stage to build my intended career path. Every academic choice I make is guided by a clear determination of how the knowledge will be applied in real industry contexts.
Another quality that makes me a strong candidate for the scholarship is my proactive approach in learning. Rather than relying solely on formal instruction, I prefer the learning approach encouraging self-studying beyond the classroom through independent reading, reviewing and reflection on real-world experiences. I believe this attitude will allow me to maximise the academic resources at Lancaster and quickly adapt to the self-reflective academic culture in the UK. With the purpose-driven mindset and activeness in learning, I am confident that the scholarship will be used with focus, discipline, and long-term impact rather than treated as a short-term achievement.
