Language Focus: Deconstruct a Statement of Purpose
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I. OPENING
“We are currently in the midst of a cultural and social revolution that will drastically
change our lives and potentially redefine what it means to be human.”
II. MAIN IDEA 1
A. First subpoint
The main idea is to give an account of the skills and knowledge that he has acquired in his academic
experience as a sign that he is ready to apply to the postgraduate degree in British Literature in
England.
1. Details,examples, evidence
“My academic experience thus far has provided me with a wide range of practical
knowledge and skills that will be immensely useful when studying overseas at the
postgraduate level. As an undergraduate student, I excelled in courses related to
English, history, and literature.”
2. Details, examples, evidence
“As an undergraduate, I found that I deeply enjoyed learning, challenges that intellectual
experience brings, and discussing the influence literature has always had in people with
colleagues.”
B. Second subpoint
Publicize your extracurricular activities that have helped you in your training process as a
professional in literature
1. Details, examples, evidence
“I have been very active outside of the classroom, participating in extracurricular
activities and pursuing new experiences so as to push myself and broaden my
horizons.”
2. Details, illustrations, evidence
“I took some time to travel across Europe by myself, an experience which, although at
times difficult, ultimately made me a much more independent and confident person. I am
now comfortable adapting to new situations and interacting with people who are different
from me, qualities which will be tremendously useful when studying in England.”
III. MAIN IDEA 2
A. First subpoint
Language Focus: Deconstruct a Statement of Purpose
What were your reasons for applying for the master's degree
1. Details, examples, evidence
“Studying overseas in Europe will, thus, give me not only a greater range of
professional skills.”
2. Details, examples, evidence
“I am very excited at the prospect of devoting my long-term career to understanding
how literature leads us to clarify those social movements in the 21st century.”
B. Second subpoint
Make known what would be the advantages that would be obtained if he is admitted to the master's
degree in British Literature.
1. Details, examples, evidence
“Studying overseas in Europe will, thus, give me not only a greater range of
professional skills, but also a much broader, deeper perspective of how literature
is connected with the human soul, the social changes of societies, and the way
mankind is traveling a path.”
2. Details, examples, evidence
“I am convinced that I am well prepared for the challenges of studying in your
Master’s program because of my extensive academic and practical background,
which I will describe in detail below”
IV. MAIN IDEA 3
A. First subpoint
He present your motivations for choosing this career.
1. Details, examples, evidence
“I am very excited at the prospect of devoting my long-term career to
understanding how literature leads us to clarify those social movements in the
21st century”
2. Details, examples, evidence
“Ever since I was young, I have enjoyed dabbling with books, history, and
tales.”
Language Focus: Deconstruct a Statement of Purpose
B. Second subpoint
He explains his reasons why, in addition to the good university, he wants to study in England.
1. Details, examples, evidence
“There is only one logical destination for my postgraduate studies: England, a
country which stands at the center of the wonderful literature universe.
England has important writers such as: Geoffrey Chaucer, William
Shakespeare, John Milton, Jonathan Swift, Charles Dickens, and Oscar
Wilde among others.”
2. Details, examples, evidence
“As these experiences show, I am highly motivated and proactive at learning
new skills and experiencing new things. This is precisely why I have decided
to continue challenging myself by studying for a master’s degree in England.”
V. CONCLUSION
“Regarding my goals for the future, I plan to take what I learn in England and apply it to the Education field in
my native country, since our universities show great potential. By studying in your master’s program and
possibly working for a short period in England, I expect to have the expertise, the perspective, and the
experience necessary to lead certain processes to a new era.”