Economics attempts to understand and address many of the world’s most serious problems. I would like to enhance my knowledge of the economic and social principles of global sustainable development, such as the divergence between rich and poor countries and how this links with the theories of growth so that I can help to alleviate the effects of these types of economic problems.
I have enjoyed the macroeconomic side of the course and I am looking forward to learning more about globalisation after reading The Undercover Economist by Harford as he argues that the benefits of globalisation outweigh the disadvantages, such as the “Race to the Bottom”. Furthermore, the article Globalisation Shakes the World by Schifferes brought context to Harford’s views by allowing me to understand the contrasting effects of globalisation on Bangalore and Michigan. In general I enjoy keeping up with current economic affairs and I am intrigued by the future effects of the recent migration of refugees from Syria into Europe and I am keen to understand whether this will be of benefit or burden to European economies.
I enjoy taking part in voluntary work such as my work experience in Uganda in August 2014. The visit highlighted the countries many issues such as famine, poor infrastructure and the vast inequality between developed countries and developing countries. This led me to read The Bottom Billion by Collier which enabled me to gain a better understanding of the positions of the countries at the bottom of the global economic system by explaining the four economic traps. This suggested that Uganda is a failing economy because it is landlocked by bad neighbours, as well as recently being stuck in the conflict trap, from which it has now escaped but is still at high risk of falling back into due to its low income and slow growth. The Bottom Billion also analyses the effectiveness of global aid. This had lead me to research about how Britain’s overseas budget is spent and how the UN aims to deal with global poverty. I found the UN’s 17 new goals regarding sustainable development and economic policy very ambitious particularly ending poverty and hunger globally and providing quality education for all by 2030.
In March 20_ I completed a Future Learn course about how genes influence cancer development. I found this very beneficial as it built on my knowledge of genetics and how this has been used to produce technological advances that may eventually cure cancer. For this reason I am currently doing another online course about wealth and income inequality with the Open University. As an academic scholar I thrive on opportunities for independent research and work, and these courses have allowed me to achieve these aims.
The subjects I have taken through to A Level have taught me valuable skills; Mathematics has developed my problem solving and data analysis skills and studying Biology and Chemistry has allowed me to think critically and improve my investigative skills. I am taking part in the Biology Olympiad competition which utilises knowledge gained from inside the A level course to answer questions outside of the course curriculum.
I enjoy the challenge that leadership brings whether in the Community Service unit visiting a local school or in my role as a School Prefect and House captain which has meant I have learnt the importance of communication, teamwork and commitment. Furthermore, I have chosen to become an academic mentor which includes tutoring younger students. Whilst maintaining a strong academic record I also participate in School hockey and netball teams and I have decided to take part in the Young Enterprise scheme this year to improve my understanding of the business world.
I have greatly enjoyed the challenges that I have encountered so far and I look forward to focusing my learning on a subject that I find intellectually stimulating and which will provide me a range of career opportunities
美国留学文书包括什么,美国留学文书主要包括以下几种:美国留学文书写作-简历 (Curriculum Vitae or Résumé)美国留学文书写作Curriculum Vitae or Résumé 都可以翻译成简历,但实际上,Résumé具有更加自由和多样化的组织格式,通常用于找工作。然而,Curriculum Vitae对于格式的要求则相对严格,通常用于在学校或教育机构寻找机会。另外不同的是,Résumé倾向于为某种特定的目的或目标读者而量身定制,通常以陈述个人目标开始,然后按照重要性罗列出自己以往的成就。而Curriculum Vitae则是按照时间顺序,以浓缩的数据形式,呈现出一个完整的自己。美国留学文书写作-申请材料清单 (Cover Letter or Application Checklist)申请材料清单的内容包括申请人的姓名、联系方式、申请的院系及专业,最重要的是要逐一罗列您申请包中的所有材料。这样可以使拿到您材料的每一个人井然有序的查找您所有的文件,避免传递过程中的遗漏。同样,如果遇到材料不全或邮寄过程中的丢失,一张清晰明确的申请材料清单,也可以使得更方便快捷地联系到您。美国留学文书写作-个人陈述(Personal Statement)通常我们叫做PS,即Personal Statement 或 Statement of Purpose. 美国留学文书写作PS的主要内容包括你为什么要选择这个学校和专业;你的优势和业绩,尤其是在大学期间或工作背景中与申请专业领域相关的部分;你的英语水平及特长;整个的学习过程会对你在未来的发展中有何帮助以及你对未来的发展计划与目标。美国留学文书写作-推荐信(References)Reference是申请人的大学导师或单位领导等那些教导您,熟悉您,在您过去的经历中有重要地位的人来完成。申请过程中,通常需要两封推荐信。如果您是应届毕业生,这两封信均由您大学期间的老师完成,如果您已经参加工作,那么一封由原学校导师执笔,一封则可由您目前雇主代理。