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GOOD: Court Jails Woman 90 years Over N5.6m Admission Scam

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A Federal High Court in Enugu on Thursday sentenced a woman to 90 years in jail for university admission fraud.
Chika Amsy Charles
Chika Amsy Charles
The woman, Chika Amsy Charles, was prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and was sentenced to three years imprisonment on each of the 30-count charge brought against her.
The sentences are to run concurrently from the date of her conviction.
The convict was found guilty of swindling three young Nigerians to the tune of N5,620,000, under the guise of helping them secure admission into Enugu State University of Science and Technology ESUTH, through her unregistered NGO called Bold and Dynamic Gender Initiative.
Chika ran out of luck in 2007 when one of her victims, who she defrauded petitioned the EFCC, on her fraudulent activities.
One of the Counts on which she was convicted and sentenced reads: “That you Chika Amsy Charles, Simon Chidubem (at large) and Friday Ali(at large) on or about the 10th October, 2007 at Enugu, Enugu State within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court of Nigeria with intent to defraud obtained N330,000(Three Hundred and Thirty Thousand) from Okudoh Obinna by false pretense when you represented yourselves as capable of procuring admission for his wards into Enugu State University of Science and Technology which pretense you knew to be false and thereby committed an offense contrary to Section 1(1)(b) of the Advanced Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act NO: 14 of 2006 and punishable under Section 1(3) of the same Act”
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SAD: Female UNIZIK Graduate Dies In A Ghastly Accident (Photos)

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It's a moment of sorrow for the family of this pretty Nigerian girl identified as Jennifer Omalicha, a graduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK)who died recently following after a fatal car accident. Her close friend who mourned her untimely demise wrote;

Am in shock...am lost....no u need to stop this prank...its just too expensive....Omalicha u need to tell me u are joking... Pick up your call... Pls just pick it up..you can't just leave without a word...u can't just leave like that...pls...d tears won't stop flowing....it can't stop flowing...still doubting dis news looks more like a film trick more like a Nigerian movie...babe u need to tell me u are safe somewhere...Omalicha rest in peace...keep resting in peace till we meet to part no more.....

 
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Six career opportunities for graduates of English (SHARE THIS)

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Many Nigerian students who study English language find it hard to get a job. However it is important to note that even with an English degree, there are some career opportunities available to you. Here are some of them:

1. Media and journalism

The media sector covers everything from film to television, newspapers to news blogs, advertising to PR and gaming to game reviewing.
Depending on your area of interest, there’s a niche for just about any English graduate, whether you want to produce, write, edit, review, schedule, promote, manage or run.
However, students should be aware that careers in media can be very competitive, and unless you’re dedicated to the industry and have the work experience record to show it (see below), strong starting salaries for careers in media are hard to guarantee.

2. Publishing careers

In recent years, the publishing industry has seen much disruption, thanks in large part to the digital revolution.
Although this means many traditional print publishing companies are becoming smaller or struggling to survive, those that have adapted to the world of digital publishing are continuing to thrive – and in need of graduates with the skills to help them keep evolving.
Digital publishing encompasses areas such as e-books and electronic journals (e.g. scientific periodicals), as well as online magazines and news sites.

3. Teaching and academic careers

An English literature degree can be a great way to develop the academic knowledge and communication skills needed.
To teach at primary or secondary level, you’ll usually need to complete a professional teaching qualification and gain some experience working with children and/or young adults.
For university-level teaching, you’ll be required to gain at least a master’s degree (in the field you wish to teach) and often also a PhD; many universities combine teaching and research roles.

4. Advertising, marketing and PR careers

Roles in advertising, marketing and public relations are all popular options for English degree graduates.
While still involving high levels of creativity and excellent communication skills, these roles all demand more of an explicit focus on generating profit and expanding business or brand reach.

5. Careers in law

Those who study English at university are also likely to develop many of the skills required for careers in law and the legal sector, although a graduate-level degree will be needed for many legal roles – including becoming a barrister or solicitor.
Despite this restriction, there are many careers in law available with just an undergraduate-level degree.

6. Business, accounting and finance

If you’re that rare breed of student who can manipulate both words and numbers with equal dexterity, then you may want to put your broad skillset to use within the business world.
For highly numerate graduates, careers in accounting and finance are a very real prospect; even as an arts graduate you shouldn’t be treated any differently when applying for these roles, so long as you can prove your mathematical skills.
Graduates of English can also look into these jobs:
  • Academic librarian.
  • Advertising account executive.
  • Advertising copywriter.
  • Arts administrator.
  • Information officer.
  • Marketing executive.
  • Public relations officer.
  • Records manager.
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See the New Type of School Kano Governor Introduces (Photo)

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See the New Type of School Kano Governor Introduces (Photo)Kano state Governor Ganduje & His deputy Prof. Hafiz Abubakar today officially launched a programme tagged; SCHOOL IN BAG, KANO SUMMER CAMP ACADEMY.
The School in Bag programme is an innovative one aimed at promoting girl child education, started by the admin of Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, which will seek to increase the capacity of the students and quality of their education.

Over 10 thousand primary girl students benefitted from this programme & were given extra lessons during the holidays particularly in English.
See the New Type of School Kano Governor Introduces (Photo)
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Teacher rapes 6-year-old pupil in Lagos

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A 35-year-old teacher, Chukwu Ndubuisi, was yesterday, arraigned before an Ogudu Magistrate’s Court, Ikeja magisterial district, Lagos, for allegedly raping a six-year-old pupil (names withheld) within the school (name withheld) premises.
Before the arraignment, Vanguard gathered that an official of Temitayo Ogan Child Safety and Support Foundation, TCOSS, who got wind of the act, reported the case to Lagos State Domestic and Sexual and Violence Response Team, DSVRT.
It was learned that the Fine Arts teacher, who committed the act after the school hours within the school premises in Omole Phase 11, was arrested by officers from Ketu Police Station.
The Investigating Police Officer, IPO, Betty Coker, told the court, during the arraignment, that results of medical test conducted on the victim confirmed attempted penetration.
The IPO disclosed that the suspect allegedly committed the offence which is punishable under Section 260 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2011.
Magistrate S. Hamzat, who adjourned the case to November 3, granted the suspect N100,000 bail with two sureties to deposit N50,000 each.
The magistrate added that one of the sureties must be a blood relation and must be gainfully employed by a reputable and verified organisation and must be tax compliant.
DSVRT Coordinator, Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, disclosed to Vanguard that the State Directorate of Public Prosecution, DPP, has demanded for the duplicate case file, to aid quick delivery of judgment.
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Gunmen kidnap Vice Principal and 4 students (photos)

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Shocking! Gunmen kidnap Vice Principal and 4 students (photos)
Gunmen kidnap Vice Principal and 4 students (photos)
The Vice Principal of Lagos State Model College, Igbonla in Epe area of Lagos State, and four students of the school, were on Thursday morning kidnapped by gunmen.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, Fatai Owoseni, confirmed the incident during his weekly press briefing in Lagos.
Mr. Owoseni, however, said that two of the students had been recovered.
“We received an unfortunate information this morning that four students and vice principal of Model College, Epe, were kidnapped at about 8 a.m.

“The kidnappers went away with them in their speed boat. As soon as we got the information, crack detectives were sent there. We have been able to recover two of the students.
“The vice principal and two students are still with the kidnappers. Our men have begun searching for them. We are collaborating with the Navy to search the creeks and the waters.
“By the Grace of God, they will be rescued soon,’’ Mr. Owoseni said.
The commissioner said about 1,500 police operatives had been deployed to 164 locations regarded as flash points in the state.
He said the deployment was to ensure adequate security for the people of the state during the forthcoming yuletide and after.
“These flash points will be policed on a 24-hour basis, starting from now on.
“Members of the public are to assist in giving timely information about any suspect,’’ he said.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 25 suspects, who were arrested for alleged various crimes in the last one week in the state, were presented to journalists.
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WOW! NYSC member gets wedding proposal today

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NYSC member gets wedding proposal today (photos)
WOW! NYSC member gets wedding proposal today (photos)
NYSC batch B (stream 1 & 11) had their passing out parade today, but for Kesiena, an Anambra corp member, she never imagined in her wildest dreams that Le boo would be proposing today in full view of everyone at Awka South LGA.
According to an eyewitness:
OMG! He proposed. She said yes! What a memorable way to pass out. #nysc #anambracorper #pop #passout Right here Awka-South LG. This is just amazing
Plus her name is Kesiena and I’ll be in that place in a minute, that’s what the diary like.
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Good: See cars Ekiti governor gave to teachers in the state

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To celebrate World Teachers Day, which was yesterday, Ekiti state governor Ayo Fayose gave out cars to the best in the state. An excited blogger said in pidgin:
“Oga Fayose this economic recession no dey affect you.Over here where I dey our governor dey struggle to pay teachers na em you wan give cars to two teachers.The teachers in my state fit get appointment for your state?Today in Ekiti, TWO TEACHERS will go home with these brand new KIA RIO.

“That’s the way Gov Fayose rewards the teachers annually.

Happy Teachers’ Day.”
Here are pictures:
WOW!! See cars Ekiti governor gave to teachers in the state
WOW!! See cars Ekiti governor gave to teachers in the state
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BSUM Lecturer Accused By A Woman Of Being A Rap!st With Small Penis(MUST READ)

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Pictured above is , a lecturer at the Benue State University, Mkor Aondona. He has received so many punches from a lot of people owing to his support for the Governor Ortom's Administration. 

Well, he has been involved in so many controversies and this wouldn't be the first. And now a girl simply identified by the name, Stephanie Baaki has also come forward to accuse him of being a r*pist. Worst of all, she accuses him of having a small pen*s.  Read what she wrote on Facebook below;


 



See the girls photo below and Mr Mkor Aondona's reply below....

 
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FUNAAB Announces Resumption Date After Protest -2016

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Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, FUNNAB resumption date for the continuation of the 2015/2016 academic session following the closure arising from the Unrest.
FUNAAB resumption Date
The Management at of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to reopen the institution after a students’ protest disrupted academic activities.
Senate approved Monday, 3rd October, 2106 as the resumption date for the students following the closure arising from the Unrest.
Senate approved facilitation of the establishment of a Police Station in the Communities opposite the University Campus by the University Administration.
Senate approved payment of claims made by claimants arising from the damages to properties during the Students’ Unrest.
Senate approved the constitution of an Ad-hoc Committee on the formulation of Off-Campus Policy for Students residing out-side the University Campus. Senate noted that the off-Campus Policy became necessary in view of the repeated cases of thefts and robberies being experienced by some of the off-campus Students, especially in the Communities adjoining the campus.
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See Nigerian film in the Guinness Book of Records of 2017

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See Nigerian film in the Guinness Book of Records of 2017
 See Nigerian film in the Guinness Book of Records of 2017
Comedian AY’s first movie as a producer, ’30 Days In Atlanta’ which was directed by Robert Peters, has been officially recognized by the 2017 Guinness World Records as one of the films with the highest domestic gross in the territories of Bollywood, Nollywood and Hollywood. The record breaking movies listed are ‘PK’ from India, ’30 Days In Atlanta’ from Nigeria and ‘Star Wars’ From The United States of America.
This is the first time ever that the Nigerian film industry which is one of the largest in the world, will be achieving a tremendous success that will be registered by the ‘Guinness World Records’ since 1955 when it was first published.
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Redeemer's University New Appointed VC( Full Bibliography)

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The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo is expected to perform the installation of elder statesman and former Chief of Army Staff, General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma as the 2nd Chancellor of Redeemer’s University, Ede at its 8th convocation ceremony on Thursday.
Redeemers University has a new Chancellor (SEE PICTURE)
Redeemers University new Chancellor 
General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma GCON FSS psc (Rtd) (born 9 December 1938) is a Nigerian Jukun soldier, politician and multi-millionaire businessman and philanthropist. He was Nigerian Army Chief of Army Staff from July 1975 to October 1979. He was also Minister of Defence under Olusegun Obasanjo.
Danjuma is chairman of South Atlantic Petroleum (SAPETRO).
Danjuma was born in Takum, Taraba State (formally Gongola), Nigeria to Kuru Danjuma and Rufkatu Asibi. Takum was mainly a farming community when Danjuma was young, the crops grown there such as yams, rice, cassava and beniseed were cultivated largely by families and clans. His father was a hardworking peasant whose ancestors were all highly respected members of the community. Kuru Danjuma was a farmer who also traded in metal parts for farming implements and tools.
Theophilus Danjuma started his education at St Bartholomew’s Primary School in Wusasa and moved on to the Benue Provincial Secondary School in Katsina-Ala where he was the captain of the school cricket 1st XI team, he received his Higher School Certificate in 1958. In 1959 Danjuma enrolled at the Nigerian College of Arts Science and Technology in Zaria (Ahmadu Bello University) to study History on a Northern Nigeria Scholarship. However, by the end of 1960, Danjuma had left university to enrol with the Nigerian Army.
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Popular musician Jidenna sets up scholarship scheme in ESUT

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Popular musician Jidenna sets up scholarship scheme in ESUT
Popular musician Jidenna sets up scholarship scheme in ESUT
Nigerian-born American rap artiste, Jidenna Mobisson and his sister, Nneka, have endowed a scholarship in Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), named after their late father, Professor Oliver Mobisson.
According to 042express, the late Professor Mobisson was one of the pioneer lecturers at old Anambra State University of Science and Technology (ASUTECH), the parent University of ESUT.
While in the university, Professor Mobisson, working with other Professors in Department of Computer Science and students, invented the ASUTECH computer, the first commercially produced personal computer in West Africa.
Speaking at the scholarship endowment ceremony at ESUT permanent site Agbani on yesterday, Jidenna Mobisson recalled that when his father invented a personal computer, nobody believed that an African could do such a thing.
“He worked with professors and students of this institution to create the first commercially produced personal computer, here in this university.
“My sister Nneka and I want to honour those who made sure that things were done here. So, in honour of those people, my sister and I are going to endow a scholarship in Computer Engineering. The scholarship will be given to the best student in third year.
“This will be done in honour of those who are making sure things are done in Enugu” Jidenna said.
Reacting, the Vice Chancellor of ESUT, Professor Luke Anike commended Jidenna and his sister, Nneka for the gesture, saying that what they have done was in line with what the university wants to achieve in technology.
“We are the first university of technology in Nigeria. What you have done is a thing of honour. Your father was one of the best staff and he pioneered the Department of Computer Science and the Industrial Development Centre (IDC) in this institution.
“What you have done is what your father believes in. I am sure if he is here now, he will be happy. We hope this gesture will encourage our young people to work hard” Professor Anike said.
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8 things you must do before you hit 25(Take Note of No 4)

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This post contains the opinion of a blogger named Capableben, here are his thoughts:
Before You Clock 25
Before you clock 25, you are young, curious, free and possibly single. This moment is golden, make it about you because the chance is there.
Most of the decisions you take at this time are very essential and paramount, and you may have to bear their consequence throughout the rest of your life.
I bring you a simple list that comprises of some things that you should/must do before you clock 25.
1.Perfect Your Communication skill:
I’ve been around and I have seen intelligent people that are very good at what they do but lack a proper sense of self expression. It’s always a struggle for them to make others understand them.
English is our lingua franca in this country; as such, you must try as much as possible to master the skill of expressing yourself coherently in English, else you will be left behind.
2. Identify and Exercise Your Talent:
I don’t believe that there is anyone without a talent, a natural trait, inbuilt in you that makes you thrive or easily do what others find really cumbersome.
Before 25, you must identify your talent and exercise it to the fullest. Your talent may not necessarily relate to your field of study, there are many Musicians out there that studied physics in the university. I have also noticed that people earn more using their talents than practising what they studied in school; if you doubt this, check how much Phyno earns per show and compare it to the salary of your family doctor.
Begin to exercise that talent now!
3. Become tech savvy:
This is the 21st century. Many things, if not all things around us are becoming computerised, even electric generators now have remotes.
Before 25, you should become tech savvy, I’m not asking you to become a “Mark Zuckerburg wannabe” or something. Simply acquire a wide knowledge of computers and know how to operate them well. Computers are taking over!
4. Suppress Shyness:
A shy person feels nervous and uncomfortable about meeting and talking to people, they prefer being alone most times.
My dear, the colossal affairs of this world are not run by shy people, check around you to confirm that.
Its not a bad thing to be shy, but it becomes bad if you become complacent about the condition and remain in its cage. Work yourself out of the spirit of shyness, I know how much opportunities I have lost to that spirit myself. I dare you to address a crowd this week or better still, take up the role of an MC in the birthday party of any of your friends.
5.Cling To A Particular Faith:
There are many religions in the world today and people that practise these religions have full conviction that they are in the right religion, except for probably some few.
Before you clock 25, you should decide whether or not to believe in any faith. And whatever faith you choose, cling to it.
6. Develop Your sense of Responsibility:
Before you clock 25, you must prove to your parents/guardians that you are a responsible person.
This is not done in a day of course, it usually starts when you become a teenager. You must let them see those qualities in you that will assure them that they can confidently assign you big responsibilities. This goes a long way in giving them a spirit of fulfilment.
7. Relate well With the Opposite sex:
This is pretty much self explanatory and akin to the fourth point above.
You must learn how to relate well and express yourself freely around individuals of the opposite sex.
Boys, na una need this one pass, you better learn this “skill” or watch someone marry that girl you’ve always been “eyeing”.
8. Plan Your future:
Before you clock 25, you should plan your life and try to follow the scheme you have laid down for yourself.
Are you going to learn a trade or go to school? Which ever one your case may be, you should plan everything before 25.
Most of the world’s most successful people started early enough, Dangote, Bill gates, Mark zuckerburg, Psquare, Frank Edwards, etc.
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Applying for Admission this Year? Here’s How to Write Your Letter of Motivation

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Have you ever applied for admission into a programme in another country but didn’t get selected because they didn’t like your name?
Truthfully, it might have been because you failed to impress with your Letter of Motivation.
When applying to programmes in many parts of the world, applicants are usually required to submit a Letter of Motivation (sometimes also called Statement of Purpose or Personal Letter or Personal Essay). This Letter of Motivation plays a very important role in the selection process. Regrettably, they often fail to convince any member of a selection committee.
With very popular questions from readers, Afterschoolafrica breaks down what is involved in writing a Letter of Motivation and why it is key in gaining admission to schools abroad.
What is a Letter of Motivation?
A Motivation Letter is a full view into the passion and aspirations, hopes and achievements of a candidate, sent alongside other application documents to convince a selection committee that he/she is the best for the programme.
The Motivation Letter is not a test of your grandiloquence but of your intelligence and emotional balance. The Letter of Motivation is one of the most important parts of your entire application. It plays a decisive role in determining if you will be accepted or not.
Your Letter is not about flattering your desired school or extolling your qualities to make yourself similar to a demigod. Your Personal Letter sells YOU in such a way that is very easy for your desired school or programme to see that you have natural (or make it natural) and very enviable qualities fitting for the school’s existing culture.
For some graduate schools, The Motivation Letter is the single most important document. It helps selection committees recognize a candidate’s enthusiasm and resolve to cross the selection hurdle.
How do I show Enthusiasm and Resolve in my Letter of Motivation?
This sub-heading says one thing about Letters of Motivation: Show. “Show, don’t tell” Keep this phrase in mind as you read the rest of this post, and as you write your own essay.
A good Letter of Motivation depends not only on WHAT you write, but HOW you write it.
For example, anyone can write “I am highly motivated…” This statement is known to be the most repeated in the history of Motivation Letters. It shows up so often that it (and whatever is written beside it) becomes meaningless to application review committees. And while it may be true about you, if you write it like that you are unlikely to be accepted. Imagine if they have to read 30,000 letters with that same statement.
Therefore, you need to consider carefully how you can express this statement so that you can SHOW you are motivated, rather than TELLING that you are.
My Grades are not excellent. How do I make sure I stand out through my Letter of Motivation?
In selection processes, there are two kinds of candidates that are eventually chosen for a programme:
  1. The Excellent Candidate
  2. The Dazzling Candidate
The excellent candidate is ambitious and smart, often belonging to the top 10% of achievers in her grade level. The excellent candidate has the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to take part and be an exceptional student in the programme. She is more intelligent, confident, and goal oriented.
If you are not an excellent candidate, try being the dazzling candidate.
The dazzling candidate on the other hand will almost effortlessly describe their interests, experiences, and motivation in a way that indicates larger amount of creativity and intellectual integrity that is missing from the excellent student’s application. The words and phrases they choose demonstrate imagination, originality and an instinctive ability to think outside the box. Simply put, their curiosity outshines their academic ability (this is very important as well).Motivation Letter
The best way to be the dazzling candidate is very simple. Show, don’t tell. Show. This word holds all the weapons not only when it comes to writing Letters of Motivation, but for writing just about anything. Also apply this word to everything you read in this post.
What should be in my Letter of Motivation?
Bear in mind that these are just pointers to assist you in scoring with your programme’s application assessment team.  The points listed here are not arranged and NOT ALL OF THESE POINTS are required in your Motivation Letter.
Now that we have that out of the way, the Letter of Motivation should be written with the following outlines:
  • Why do you want to study this course at this university?
  • What is your understanding of the course in which you sent in your application?
  • What makes you passionate about learning and educating yourself?
  • What are the questions that you struggle with or the problems that are important to you?
  • How does your interest in the programme you are applying for relate to your previous experiences or address your future plans?
  • Conclude by reaffirming your interests and values and show appreciation for the chance to prove yourself (where required, you can ask for a personal interview)
For a scholarship/internship/fellowship/grant Motivation Letter, explain why your academic performance and reasons for applying to that university make you a suitable beneficiary of the so-so Scholarship. If you have achievements that you think make you fitting for the scholarship/internship/fellowship/grant etc or interests and ideas, this would be a great starting point in the Letter.
Your Letter of Motivation may answer the following questions:
  • What is your professional goal?
  • In which sector would you like to work after obtaining your degree?
  • In which way will you contribute to the diversity of the programme?
  • Why are you applying for the chosen bachelor programme?
  • Which of the courses offered in this programme are particularly beneficial in pursuing your goals? (or your community’s or country’s? Make sure you are well informed.)
  • Why do you think you are the right person for this programme?
  • What knowledge and skills gathered in your previous education/experience will be useful?
  • Have you already gathered any relevant experience?
  • Have you gathered any relevant experience as a member of any organisation? (Students association, NGO, political party, volunteer service … If so, submit proof of your membership / your social involvement.)
  • What do you think of your own personality? Do you think you are a good leader? Are you somebody who can make a difference? What makes you think so? (Show your strong points, but realistic.)
For programmes in Europe and rarely-been-to areas:
  • Why do you want to study in the Netherlands/Hungary/Singapore/country of your choice?
  • What do you know about the country’s university system and the specifics of studying in the country?
  • Do you expect it to be different from studying at your home university? If so, in which way? (Gather more information and talk to people who were students of the programme)
  • Is there anything in the country (society, political, economic…) which you think could serve as a model for your own country?
  • Is there any system/technology developed in the country which you would like to apply in your own? Which one exactly? Why?
  • Are there any organizations, institutions or companies you would like to visit or learn more about? Why?
How do I write my Letter of Motivation?
  1. Make sure your Letter of Motivation is well composed: First reflect on all the above questions, take down observations, read more, discuss with friends and alumni. Then write an outline. Then write the essay. (Not all of the questions above have to be written down!)
  2. Do not include the outline or the above questions in your essay. Simply use them as a guide to writing your Letter.
  3. Take your time and start early: The Letter of Motivation is a crucial document in your application. Never try to write it down in one sitting. Delete all unwanted parts. Grammar, spelling and research errors are unforgivable. Even if they may be, do not attempt to send in your Letter without proofreading over and over and over again. Overlooking mistakes in your own application will indicate a lack of thoroughness that may lead the selection committee to conclude that you are not a careful researcher.
  4. Don’t compose vague sentences: If you were part of a programme, state which programme and where. Offer explanations where they are needed. Tactfully give reasons why without using too many conjunctions like ‘because’, ‘but’, or ‘and’.
  5. Apply an appropriate style of writing: Avoid all kinds of cliches that have lost their feel and meaning. Avoid flowery phrases and flattery. Deal with your topics in a reflective and factual way. Write your  words in a professional and serious tone. Do not campaign for your beliefs.
  6. Your Motivation Letter should not be longer than an A4: However, many programmes may specify how many words are needed, the kind of fonts and line spacing to be used. Make sure you are aware of the programme’s preferred formatting standards. At the end, your letter of motivation should be contained in not more than two pages.
  7. Do not start your Letter of Motivation by repeating your CV: Put some flesh on what you stated on your CV, something worth reading. Avoid bullet-pointing your qualities in your Letter of Motivation.
  8. You are poetic. You are a story teller. You are charismatic. You are a mathematician. You think in numbers. Show that part of you that makes you qualified for the programme. Show it, Don’t tell it.
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