1、How to write a letter for studying abroad,a sample,what to write,how to write,some tips,范例一枚,Name: M No. XXX XX Road XX City XX Province PR. China. September 2, 2004 Tel.: +86-xxxxxxxxxxxxx E-mail: XXXX,Professor Aki Department of Computer Engineering Queens University CA 95034 Britain,Dear Professo
2、r Aki:I am a master degree holder applying to your department for a Doctoral Degree program beginning in fall, 2003. I have already mailed application documents to Queens University.,My major is computer theory with focus on algorithms and cryptography. I have known you since I took part in a semina
3、r discussing your book Design and Analysis of Parallel Algorithms, which greatly enhances my interest in parallel computation. I have also read some papers of yours concerning computer security, for example, the View for Multilevel Database Security collaborated with Denning et al. My master thesis
4、is on multilevel database security. In the thesis I combined database security with cryptography, and got some results on cryptographic key management.,I am very interested in the areas of parallel algorithms and data security, and longing to continue my study in these areas. Since you are a well kn
5、own specialist in these areas, I believe that it will be very helpful to my academic career if I have the chance to continue my research work under your advice.,Enclosed are some materials outlining my previous education and academic objectives. You may have more knowledge about me through these mat
6、erials.I sincerely hope that you can consider my request and accept me as one of your students.Sincerely yours, (Signed),LOGO,what to write ?,1.your education background such as your specialty or related field of your study 2.the desired date of entrance or academic year 3.a request for all of the a
7、pplication forms that are needed 4.your TOFEL or GRE score,if any 5.your address,How To Write It ?,It should answer the question - Why should I hire you? It should grab the professors or doctors attention and point out why you, above all other applicants, should be contacted for a personal interview
8、 for studying in their university.,FIRST PARAGRAPH: This is the “why Im writing to you“ paragraph which immediately tells the professor the major you want to be considered for. This is short - usually 2-3 sentences. Points to cover:Why you are writing and which major you are applying for. Show from
9、your research why you are interested in this major or university. The goal is to make a connection - do this Briefly and Specifically or leave it out; sweeping statements will not work.,SECOND PARAGRAPH: This is the “why Im qualified“ paragraph. Highlight some of your most relevant experiences and q
10、ualities as they relate to the major for which you are applying. Choose 2 - 3 points you want to make about Specific experiences/accomplishments or about general qualities you have exhibited, and provide Specific examples to support those points. This paragraph will change according to major for whi
11、ch you are applying. This is usually the longest paragraph of the letter. You may break this paragraph into two if it looks too lengthy or if your points work best in separate paragraphs.,Points to ponder:The first sentence should be a hard-hitting opener. It is a quick introduction, which is accomp
12、lishment-oriented and directed at the skills and qualifications needed for the major The body of the paragraph should provide evidence to back up what youve just claimed. Cite specific research works and accomplishments associated with those experiences. Use your resume to come up with some specific
13、s, but NEVER reiterate passages from your resume word for word. Discuss why what you did is to the professor- relate the facts to the major. Strong examples are important! The final sentence is a summary of what youve discussed above.,FINAL PARAGRAPH: This is a short 2-4 sentences paragraph. You sho
14、uld refer to the enclosed resume, request an interview and let the reader know what will happen next . It is vital that you thank the reader for his/her time and consideration. Sincerely, Your Signature Your Name Enclosure(s),Some Tips,1. avoid beginning every sentence with “I“2. If possible, address the letter to the appropriate individual by name and professional title3.always proofread to correct spelling and punctuation misstakes.,THANK YOU,By 应玉燕 俞佳琦 方亦舒龚舒 顾圆圆 厉露,
