Forensic pathology - essay for NTU mbbs- personal statement

Requirements for Personal Statement:
An essay of not more than 300 words in the online application form
Give reason(s) for wanting to study medicine or experience that may have driven desire to become a doctor.
Highlight leadership experience and teamwork ability.

When my grandfather died, it was my first experience with death. It made me start thinking about life and death. I learned about a profession called forensic pathology. I am aware of the horrific scenes and immense hardships that this profession entails. However, I also believe that forensic pathologists have a profoundly important mission: to fulfill the deceased's hope that their cause of death will be understood and to offer families the truth they desperately seek.

Many people scare about death, but I think death is as important as life. I want to do my best to make sure the deceased rests in peace. That's why I want to become a forensic pathologist. I understand that becoming a forensic pathologist requires first qualifying as a medical doctor which makes perfect sense, and I am ready to work hard to reach this goal. Thus, I want to enroll in LKCMedicine to start working towards my goal.

I was born into an ordinary, middle-class family. Since i was young, my parents taught me the principles of good interpersonal conduct and encouraged me to consider others' perspectives. Their parenting style fostered my ability to think independently and listen to others' opinions while rationally assessing their feasibility. This approach significantly shaped how I handled responsibilities when organizing events or serving as vice president of a society.

When i served as vice-chair in my society's event for the school anniversary, it was difficult to oversee my teammates' work and balancing it with my study. Luckily, my partners were supportive ,we had hours of meetings to perfect the event. My habit of pre-assessing plan feasibility, preparing backup options, and meticulously documenting the entire process helps a lot. Eventually, all our hard work paid off and we saved all those document for future organizers as reference materials.

PS: I am not sure whether my essay sounds fluent enough, i will like to get some advise from you guys, thank you.

Your dream of becoming a Forensic Pathologist is the end game for your medical studies. However, you are not applying for studies in relation to that field of medicine yet. You are still at the part when you are supposed to learn how to save lives. I would start with that first since that is what this application is all about.

For this sort of essay, you should be more focused on the study of the living and the related illnesses and diseases first. How did your grandfather's illness affect you? How did it lead to your interest in medicine? What do you want to focus on as a medical school student? While a Forensic Pathologist is considered a doctor, that field of medicine is more focused on the investigation of questionable deaths. A medical doctor evolves into a pathologist. So it is best to be excited about the living aspect of medicine first.

PS:paragraph 2 and 3 of ver1&2 are same,only different are 1st&4th paragraph.I am willing to hear your advices and improve it thankyou.

version1:
When my grandfather died, it was my first experience of death. It made me start thinking about life and death. The disaster films and documentaries I watched, alongside the knowledge I acquired, taught me to cherish life. They also led me to decide to become a doctor. I am aware that death is inevitable, but medicine offers hope to humanity. Becoming a doctor means I will have the ability to help others, and that is what I am willing to fight for.

During my time at school, I had organised society's event for the school anniversary three times, and served as vice-president of the society to improve my judgement and decision-making abilities.Through consistently participating in club activities over the past few years, I have improved my communication and problem-solving skills when interacting with fellow members, teachers, and even strangers.

When I served as vice-chair in my society's event for the school anniversary, it was challenging to oversee my teammates' work and balancing it with my studies. Luckily, my partners were supportive ,we had hours of meetings to perfect the event. My habit of pre-assessing plan feasibility, preparing backup options, and meticulously documenting the entire process helps a lot. Eventually, all our hard work paid off and we saved all those document for future organizers as reference materials.

I never regret my decisions, and I never make promises lightly. This makes me more willing than others to stand by my choices and accept the consequences that come with them. I am well aware that becoming a doctor involves immense ethical and academic pressure, which should not be underestimated .Yet I am certain in my decision and I would like to enrol at LKCMedicine to begin working towards this goal.

version2:
Becoming a doctor is no simple matter, particularly for someone like me, who doesn't know any medical professionals.It seems utterly out of reach. However, as time flies, the disaster films and documentaries I watched, alongside the knowledge I acquired, shaped who I am today and crystallised my interest in medicine. Consequently, I chose to enter science class and began organising various events.

During my time at school, I had organised society's event for the school anniversary three times, and served as vice-president of the society to improve my judgement and decision-making abilities.Through consistently participating in club activities over the past few years, I have improved my communication and problem-solving skills when interacting with fellow members, teachers, and even strangers.

When I served as vice-chair in my society's event for the school anniversary, it was challenging to oversee my teammates' work and balancing it with my study. Luckily, my partners were supportive ,we had hours of meetings to perfect the event. My habit of pre-assessing plan feasibility, preparing backup options, and meticulously documenting the entire process helps a lot. Eventually, all our hard work paid off and we saved all those document for future organizers as reference materials.

I never regret my decisions, and I never make promises lightly. This makes me more willing than others to stand by my choices and accept the consequences that come with them. I am well aware that becoming a doctor involves immense ethical and academic pressure, which should not be underestimated. Yet I am certain in my decision because I know that my goal is to become a forensic pathologist, I want to do my best to make sure the deceased rests in peace and I would like to enrol at LKCMedicine to begin working towards this goal.