Motivation Letter for Masters

Hi everyone, I am applying for a masters program in Fall 2016 and i am to write a motivation letter. Applications are out already and i want to nail my motivation letter. Here is a draft copy of my letter. Thank you for your assistance

Date: August 17, 2015
The Admission Office,
XXXX University,

Dear Selection committee:

MOTIVATION: MASTERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH

It gives me great pleasure to express my interest as a fall 2016 candidate for the Master of Public Health program at XXX University (XU) but before I blow your mind away about why I will be your next graduate student, let me tell you a few secrets about me. I did not even start walking until I was two years old but guess what, I later became the fastest runner back then in high school. No matter how tough it gets or how many setbacks I get, I still thrive beyond expectations. Tested and proven.

After careful consideration of the curriculum at XU, including the opportunity for hands-on practical experience, I find it a perfect fit for my training as an expert in the field of occupational and environmental health.

As a final year medical student, I have maintained a strong academic record that is reflected in my transcript and expects to graduate in the top 5% of my class.

In the past six years, I have had multiple opportunities to serve in various leadership capacities, including head prefect in high school, a volunteer in a Non-Governmental Organization, a medical intern and as a student ambassador to multiple international medical conferences such as XX, XX, XXX, XXXXX and XXXX, which are well-known organization across Europe. My experiences as a medical intern, a volunteer and a trainee have taught me to work, learn effectively and function as a team player.

I am extremely dedicated and determined. Take for example, this letter of intent. I have had sleepless nights writing this. If I set my mind to something, I truly give it my very best no matter how challenging it gets. When I was a medical intern in the United Kingdom; I assisted in the operating room for a challenging 10 hours straight. I always want to see a productive end to a work that I am involved with, always persistent and not giving up easily. In addition to my wonderful attributes, I am a really good listener and think I really make people feel heard and cared about. I remembered when I volunteered for a Non-governmental organization two summers back; I was opportune to interact with a lot of wonderful people and various families. I learnt to make it my priority to make sure the people concerned feel that they are cared about and taken seriously.

Apart from my academic life and achievements, I still take out time to do sports; I go swimming most of the time, play chess and football. I am even a part of my school’s football team. I am amazingly terrible in basketball. I have literally given up on it. In my spare time, I coach children in this particular orphanage that is close to my house and I love it.

Acquiring a master’s degree in public health will help translate my training as a medical doctor towards becoming an expert in the field of occupational and community health by gaining a well-defined perception beyond clinical practice, intensifying my view in the limitless health sector.

Doing this program at your university, I am self-confident in my decision to learn under the annexes of well-known professors, gaining expert knowledge at the forefront of discovery. In addition, it will give me invaluable skills on how to tackle a complex set of problems that ensue the healthcare system and services in my country, XXXXX.

Upon completion of my Masters program, I would like to gain more skills in the field by doing my PhD and working in a Non-Governmental Organization by devoting myself to protect workers and communities from various environmental hazards and promoting a healthy lifestyle in people.

In conclusion, I believe that my educational qualifications and efficiencies has provided me with relevant skills that will enable me to progress and at the same time contribute much not only to XU Master’s Program in Public Health but also more importantly to the vast health sector.
Thank you very much for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Soji Akin Ojo