【成功案例】低分逆袭曼大热能与流体工程硕士
背景介绍
a)河海大学本科背景
1)课程设计
i.冷库制冷系统设计
ii.太阳能热水系统改造设计
iii.通过扎实的工程课程学习和课程设计训练,对于工程基础知识有了更深入的掌握,能够熟练的应用各类软件如CAD,进行完整项目的设计,计算,设备材料的选择,和策略的制定
iv.这为自己未来从事工程项目管理打下了理论基础,例如项目的图纸审核部分能够通过专业知识完成。
2)毕业设计
v.对浓度计性能的验证和改善方法的研究
vi.挑战:实验的测量会被外部环境影响,使得实验要反复进行多次才能获得可靠的数据。改良部分花费时间:浓度计采集数据过程中由于浓度计发热而导致数据不稳定,通过分段处理得到了温度对于浓度计的影响。
vii.通过完成各种课程项目,发现作为工程师需要全面综合的考虑,应对工程项目中各种突发的问题和不确定因素,并很快找到合理解决的方法,同时不断提出创新的解决方案。
b)道桥勘查设计有限公司
1)第一次实习2019年-工程师助理
i.参与旅游区规划项目:初步熟悉工程项目的施工流程,参与项目的各个部分,同时辅助解决工程问题。
ii.熟悉软件使用:CAD等,辅助工程的设计
2)第二次实习2021年-项目主管助理
iii.某穿越高速公路交叉工程:图纸审核、预算,监管,流程把控等
iv.协助主管,比预期提前10天完成,节约成本60万
v.更深入参与了项目各个部分,也发现了团队沟通协调,成本质量和工作进度的把控是决定项目顺利完成的重要部分,也是自己非常不熟悉的领域,也正是这次实习激发了自己系统学习项目管理的兴趣。
c)GAP
实践经历和实习中,发现不足,意识到了更进一步的学术知识的重要性,希望进一步深造,加强知识储备以便更好的应对行业挑战。
d)Career Goal
Short-term Goal:希望能够进入的大型的建筑设计集团如:中国建设集团,从事项目管理
Long-term Goal:成长为团队leader
program fit: 课程,资源:根据项目类型挑战。工程管理类项目如学习项目管理,财务金融,供应链等知识
申请难点
曼彻斯特大学官方给出了对文书写法的详细的指导:
- 1、You should demonstrate academic interest, subject specific knowledge, ability and motivation to succeed.
- 2、The statement will only be convincing if the points are backed up by hard evidence ie examples drawn from academic achievements, work experience and extra-curricular activities.
- 3、The statement needs to be concise and should only include information that is strictly relevant. Don't tell your life story.
- 4、Consideration needs to be given to the content, structure and style of the statement.
- 5、Organise the information; focus on one topic/theme at a time and ensure the text logically progresses.
- 6、Be positive and try to start each section with the most impressive evidence or information.
1\Why this university?
Be specific – don’t make generic statements such as “Because you are an internationally-renowned university with an excellent academic reputation”.
If the university itself made a difference in your choice - what was this?
- Have you studied there before and enjoy the environment?
- Is it's location and the opportunity to gain work experience locally a factor?
- Has it got a strong reputation in this particular field of research?
- Are there specific academic staff you want to do research or study with?
- Perhaps it offers something else unique?
2\Why this subject?
- Your motivation - When did you become interested in this subject and what have you learned about it?
- Explain what drives your interests and provide strong evidence to back up your claims - e.g. include authors you admire, theories / problems which interest you, conferences you have attended, or relevant work experience.
- What is it about the structure of the course, or the choice of modules, that appeals to you? Did you attend an open day or talk to lecturers?
- Demonstrate subject knowledge, through relevant prior learning, projects, dissertations, case studies etc. It could also come through relevant work experience in this field
- It is especially important to demonstrate your commitment if you are applying to a conversion course – why the change of direction?
- In the case of PhD applications, explain what of their research you’ve read. Reference their journal articles or books, explain what interests you and where you have further questions. You don’t have to be an expert yet, but they will want to know that you’ve read their work.
3\Academic ability
- Academic achievement - have you got what it takes to do this course? Grades in key relevant subjects.
- The standing of the institution where you are studying / have studied.
- Do you stand out? Academic prizes for exams or dissertations.
- Does it match your learning style - can you demonstrate this? Will you have to do group projects can you demonstrate teamwork or leadership?
- Can you demonstrate the dedication and resilience required to complete the course? Ability to use initiative, problem solve, manage workload, work to deadlines, work under pressure.
- Other academic skills relevant to the course, computing skills, knowledge of relevant scientific techniques, analytical or research skills etc. Explain your skills in detail - do not assume the reader will understand your capabilities just by reading the title of your final year project.
4\Personal skills & experience
You can talk about work experience, volunteering and extracurricular activities in more depth here, but make sure you are evidencing key knowledge or skills needed for this course and your future career options.
5\Your future?
What are your career aims? How will this course help you achieve them? Knowledge, skills, accreditation with professional bodies etc. If, for example, if you have a particular career or job in mind, talk briefly about this on your application. The same applies if you plan to go on and do an MPhil / PhD in your chosen subject.
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