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SOP for MSc Economics Application

This document outlines the structure and content for a statement of purpose (SOP) application. It recommends including: 1. An introduction stating the course applied for and a brief self-description. 2. A discussion of influential experiences, interests in the program's academic fields, and career goals. 3. Reasons for interest in the university and differences between its program and others. 4. Modules of specific interest and potential research projects. 5. Contributions to the university and reasons for being a strong candidate, drawing on academics, activities developing relevant skills, and work experience. 6. A positive conclusion.

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SOP for MSc Economics Application

This document outlines the structure and content for a statement of purpose (SOP) application. It recommends including: 1. An introduction stating the course applied for and a brief self-description. 2. A discussion of influential experiences, interests in the program's academic fields, and career goals. 3. Reasons for interest in the university and differences between its program and others. 4. Modules of specific interest and potential research projects. 5. Contributions to the university and reasons for being a strong candidate, drawing on academics, activities developing relevant skills, and work experience. 6. A positive conclusion.

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SOP structure

Para 1

State which course you are applying for?[(MSc Economics (Hons), MSc Economics and Finance
(Hons)]
Give a little description about yourself?

A degree in financial economics will

Para 2

Explain who you are? (people. Or events that shaped you or influenced your goals)
Why are you interested in the program? ( draw insights from what you have gained from your
undergraduate study, any particular field that you would like to explore, talk about how you
have learned about this field through classes, readings, seminars, work or conversation with
people already in the field)
What do you think you will get out of it, academically and careers wise? (Start with the most
recent and impressive achievements. Make it relevant for the course.

Para 3

Why you are interested in the university, department you are applying to? (Show that you have
done your research and you understand why this course is a good fit for you.)
What differentiates the course offered by them compared to other universities? (is the course
noted for its innovative approach, a particular focus that appeals to you)

Para 4

Mention the modules of interest to you? (International economics, international trade- studying
about globalisation, macroeconomic models describing equilibrium in the exchange rate
markets, Law of one price, purchasing power parity, Industrial Economics- how effective
competition is important and more realistic compared to perfect competition in order to
maximise welfare )
Modules you plan to take in MSc., Research project undertaken by the module leaders of those
subject.

Para 5

What do you think you can contribute to the university? (Eg publications for university, potential
to contribute to the department and field)
Explain why you are a strong candidate drawing on
o academic excellence
o extra-curricular activities- how they have helped in developing skills such as
communication, working to strict deadlines, team-work
o work-experience internship with Citi, presentation, work ethics
Personal skills- integrity, compassion, persistence or other characteristics that would improve
prospects for success in you field, a way to demonstrate these characteristics, your strengths
and weaknesses.

Para 6

Ending on a positive note

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