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Template — Statement of purpose

A statement of purpose explains where you come from, what you want to study and why at this institution. It reads as an argument, not a life story.

Document contents

  • The template, ready to fill in: replace each field in brackets
  • A page of advice to adapt it to your situation
  • One argument: Every paragraph should support why you fit this programme.
  • Evidence: Back each skill with a project, grade or result.
  • Tailored: Your third section should not fit any other programme.

This document is for you if…

  • You are preparing an application and want a strong file
  • You want a clear template to adapt to your programme
  • You want to avoid the mistakes that cost an admission
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