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Letter of motivation please help me

adriana866 — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:57:58 GMT

Dear Sir or Madam

I am writing to apply for the Bachelor of Science Aerospace Engineering undergraduate programme.

I have always been interested in engineering, especially in aerospace engineering, which I have been obsessed since I was born. As a little child, I wanted to learn how airplanes fly.

So I recently completed my A-level at the technical âGymnasiumâ XYZ.

After graduating from the top secondary high school in my hometown it became a significant point of turn during my whole life. I decided to study at the University Karlsruhe, mechanical engineering. The two years of academic career in Germany has brought me a wide range of understanding in theories and some practical experience regarding technical progresses.

Therefore I want to continue my academic career with my technical background in aeronautical engineering at the TU Delft.

I know a qualification from a Dutch University is very prestigious. These qualifications are recognised worldwide, and Dutch courses encourage independence, creativity and self-reliance therefore they match perfectly with my affection for challenges in combination with ambition.
Pursuing this course in The Netherlands and particularly at the Delft University of Technology is an excellent opportunity for me to learn in an environment more advanced in research and technology.
I expect to learn new values and practices that play a big role in career and human development.

With the strengths and multinational cultural background associated with my Turkish origin, I definitely have the confidence about this suitable programmeâs reinforcement to my career under my dedicated effort.
I hope my academic documents and CV show I have the skills and potential to join Delft University of Technology Bsc Aerospace Engineering programme.

I am looking forward to your response.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Present perfect/simple past in since clause

Viceidol — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:17:59 GMT

Hello, everyone:

I've asked a question in http://www.englishforums.com/English/QuestionAboutTenseUsageSinceClause/gwxpb/post.htm , but I find out there are more than I need to ask, so I think it would be better to write a new post.

Recently I saw several sentences using simple past and present perefect in their since clauses. They are really confusing to me. I really hope you could help me comfirm their meaning. It may be very easy for you, but I've been wondering what their real meanings are for many days and couldn't find a clue. Please take a look at the following sentences:

1. It's a long time since he has lived there.

2. It's a long time since he lived there.

3. It is already 6 years since he have lived in New York.

4. It is already 6 years since he lived in New York.

I think those four sentences suggest "He doesn't live here/in New York now.", right? If my understanding is true, then please see the next pairs of sentences:

5. She has written to me frequently since I have been ill. (Does it suggest "I am still ill now"? If not, what does it suggest?)

6. She has written to me frequently since I was ill. (Does it suggest "I am not ill now."? If not, what does it suggest?)

If my understandings about sentence 5, 6 are right, then I think that's very tricky. Because sentence 1 and 3, which also use "have done" in their since clauses, suggest the same as sentence 2 and 4, which use simple past in their since clauses. However, although sentence 5 also uses "have done" in its since clause like sentence 1 and 3 do, sentence 5 does not suggest the same thing as sentence 6 does. Why is that? Is it because sentence 1, 2, 3, 4 use "It is + a period of time" structure? If so, I would be very amazed that simply a minor change like this would completely change the meaning of "have done" in the since clause. What do you think?

Here are some similar pairs of sentences:

7. Since she has been at Beijing University, it has gone through great changes. (I think it suggests "She is still at Beijing University now", am I right? If not, what does it suggest?)

8. Since she was at Beijing University, it has gone through great changes. (I think it suggests "She is not at Beijing University now", am I right? If not, what does it suggest?)

9. It's already 5 years since he has been in the army.

10. It's already 5 years since he was in the army.

I think sentence 9 and 10 both suggest "He is not in the army now", am I right? (Because "It is + a period of time" structure is used in the main clauses.) If not, what does it suggest?

11. They have been happy since they have lived in London. (I think it suggests "They still lives in London now", am I right? If not, what does it suggest?)

12. They have been happy since they lived in London. (I think it suggests "They don't live in London now", am I right? If not, what does it suggest?)

13. It's a long time since they have lived in London.

14. It's a long time since they lived in London.

I think sentence 13 and 14 both suggest "They don't live in London now", am I right? (Because "It is + a period of time" structure is used in the main clauses.) If not, what does it suggest?

I know those questions might be a piece of cake for native speakers, but they're totally confusing to me. I've searched all my grammar books for the answer but couldn't find one. I would appreciate it if you could help me solve my doubt. Thank you for reading this post!!

Re: Leave letter

Mister Micawber — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:00:51 GMT

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And congratulations on your successful application, Kokor-- good luck with your studies!

The Director General
CSIR-Secretariat
P O BOX [XYZ]
Accra

REQUEST FOR STUDY LEAVE

Dear Mr [surname],

I am an Assistant Research Scientist with the Animal Research Institute at Frafraha. Because one must complete a master's degree before becoming a Research Scientist, I am applying for study leave in order to fulfill this requirement.

I have been admitted to Wageningen University in the Netherlands. I have also been awarded a fellowship by the Netherlands Government. Please find attached the admission and award letters.

Thank you very much for your consideration. I hope my study leave will be granted.

Yours sincerely,

Kokor Lamptey

Re: Alternately vs. Alternatively

Mr Wordy — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:38:02 GMT

Cool Breeze
Then I checked Webster's and according to it "alternate" can mean the same as "alternative":

Different people have different opinions on this, so you pays your money and you takes your choice I guess. Here are a few (randomly Googled) definitions that agree with my position:

San Diego State University Style Guide (http://bfa.sdsu.edu/editorial/section2.htm):

"Alternately" means one after the other, in time or space. "Alternatively" means one instead of the other.

"250 Often Confused Words" (http://www.alphadictionary.com/articles/confused_words.html):

Alternately means "taking turns": We paddled alternately so neither of us would get too tired.
Alternatively means "as an option": Instead of going by train, we could have gone alternatively by car.

"Easily Confused or Misused Words" (http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0200807.html):

Alternately is an adverb that means in turn; one after the other: âWe alternately spun the wheel in the game.â Alternatively is an adverb that means on the other hand; one or the other: âYou can choose a large bookcase or, alternatively, you can buy two small ones.â

her his its

wholegrain — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:29:47 GMT

Ok when speaking of an university, a high school or a library can we say her instead of its?

Like the university opened her doors

the library opened her doors

etc?

Re: Please help me with my motivation letter , please its urgent

Anonymous — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 23:17:50 GMT

Hi,

I think the best way to approach this is to break it into 3 sections; why this subject; why you; and are you interesting and unique. So, I'd definitely expand on what you've got - I'd probably aim to write 1 - 2 pages of properly spaced A4. The most important thing to remember is that this may be your only opportunity to sell yourself to the admissions tutor. And it's also worth bearing in mind that itâs a double edged sword â while a great supporting statement will impress, a poor personal statement will damage your chances of success.

Why this subject? Ideally you should sum up your feelings for a subject in a short, snappy sentence. You need to really capture the reason why you are interested in the subject.

Why you? You will need to show that you would be a good student and are suited to the subject you have chosen.

Are you interesting? What experiences have you had that would bring something extra to the university community

This is just a brief answer to your question. Check out this interesting article on writing university supporting statements.

---
Daniel

Re: Please help me with my motivation letter , please its urgent

Anonymous — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 22:49:27 GMT

Studying abroad benefits and drawbacks_ please check it

flash2008 — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:06:02 GMT

Â Studying abroad benefits and drawbacks

These days, education is one of the main factors that decide anindividual future; According to that, governments invest more resources toimprove their education systems to be successful and efficient. Subsequently, ina recent decades education systems have improved around the world .However,some countries have reached a advanced standards in education and some stillwork on it. Therefore, students from over the world travel abroad to study .Forexample, Qatari students go to the UK and the USA to study and get the most ofeducation there. Conversely, there are some people who claim that there aresome drawbacks such as homesickness and cost of living. This essay will discussstudying abroad by looking to drawbacks then the advantages.

The drawbacks related to studying abroad can be categorizedto educational problems, social problems and financial problems. Firstly, theeducational problems that could face student while studying abroad is thedifferent between the two countries in terms of educational system such ascourse work, research .moreover, teaching methods could be an obstacle in the earlyyears. To elaborate this idea, some students are familiar with some method ofteaching such as teachers give students all materials that are needed for thecourse, but in the UK, for instance, the focus is on individual work. Secondly,social problems face most students in the first years, including homesickness,which is a desire to return home. Also, breaking lawsdue to unfamiliarity with local law and differences in culture, which is likelyto happen for new students. Moreover, choosing friends is a difficulty for somestudents, besides, type of food. For example, Asian students cannot find sameingredients that are used in Asian cuisine. Due to that, many students feeluncomfortable with food. Thirdly, the cost of living in foreign country mightbe expensive. For instance prices of accommodation, university fees andtransportation could be very costly. So that could put more stress on students.

On the other hand, benefits of studying abroadcould be divided into different categories.Â The first one comes to mind is learning new culture. In fact, learningnew culture include many different things such as learning a language, customs,traditions and history. Besides, interacting with new people leads to learningabout their ideas. So, studying abroad not just about learning knowledge butshould be also learning a new way of thinking. Besides, learning different culture,the main purpose of studying abroad is having access to advanced educationsystem. Some countries have an advanced education system for example the UK inEurope, and in North America, Canada and the USA. These countries receive themajority of students from around the world every year because of the variety ofmajors offered and up to date materials. For example, many discoveries occur inthe USA that means there is a very superior education system in universities andin general schools. The last point to be discussed in term of advantages isindividual satisfaction which is a significant these days. Actually, studyingabroad provides people with independence and self satisfaction. Moreover, itprovides the person with open-minded and provides enriching experience and uponcompletion, it leads to a good job.

In conclusion, as everything in life there aretwo sides one is positive and one is negative, but here in this topic thepositive points for studying abroad may be more. In the authorâs opinionstudying abroad is very rewarding experience, and it leads to self satisfactionand the person should make the most of it.

Re: feedback

Avangi — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 01:36:02 GMT

Just between you and me, I think confusion is very useful in this sort of work.

Now knowing the full story, I still think "prototype" is the wrong word. I've never heard it used in that way. I wonder what GG would say, as a graduate of a major engineering university?? (Dang, she's on vacation.)

- A.

Edit. Did you give this "working model" to potential customers before or after the product was in production?????

Writing a concise (condensed) version of a complex tale requires considerable skill. I wish you good luck. Is it better to leave the reader bored or confused?

Re: W is a vowel

Kooyeen — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:47:39 GMT

I agree with those who say there could be several definitions.

Considering letters. Vowels: A E I O U (so W is not included here)
Considering sounds. Vowel sounds: all those in the IPA vowel chart. (so W is not included here either. "The" is pronounced "thee" and the article "a" becomes "an" before vowel sounds of this kind, so say "a wall" and "a university")
Considering sounds more broadly. I think dark l's (as in "wall"), r-colored schwas (as in the last syllable of "powder"), w-sounds and y-sounds ("wall", "year") can all have some points in common with vowels. That's why some people often consider W a semi-vowel.

In general, I usually don't consider W a vowel, for several reasons. Here's some that came to my mind:
the end - the winner <-- does not behave like a vowel when considering some changes in pronunciation
an oar - a war <-- does not behave like a vowel when considering those articles
at all - at work <-- does not behave like a vowel when considering tapped t's

That said, it's just my opinion, and there are lots of other different definitions of vowel that make sense.