Hello!
I'm now in a last year of high school and preparing some documents for university that i want to apply after my graduation. Motivation letter is required for applying and I need some help because I never wrote such thing before. I would be thankful if somebody help me to make it acceptable.
Dear Sir or Madam,
I appreciate this opportunity to provide further background information in support of my application for entrance to your university [STRIKE]to[/STRIKE] for the 2011 autumn term.
First [STRIKE]of all[/STRIKE], I would like to present some background information about myself. [STRIKE]My name is Darja and [/STRIKE] (your name is not necessary in the body of the letter) I am currently living in Estonia. At the moment I am in high school. Since my early years, the question of my future university studies and a profession were very important to me. I have a great desire to study abroad and I dream to be accepted to [STRIKE]the[/STRIKE]a European university with its innovative teaching approach and high international standards.
I find that I [STRIKE]learn[/STRIKE]have learned much from my summer jobs. This work experience has expanded my view on a [STRIKE]whole[/STRIKE]complete service system. During the summer of 2010, while working in a restaurant, I gained a great deal of practical experience in the field of hospitality. I got very interested in how to manage in this business [STRIKE]sector[/STRIKE]. I want to be involved in the international tourism industry. Now, when I [STRIKE]am[/STRIKE] think[STRIKE]ing[/STRIKE] about my future career, I see myself in a position which is related to Hospitality, Service and Tourism Management (caps are really not necessary).
At the moment, I am a member of a student council in high school. Also, I was active in all [STRIKE]performances[/STRIKE]activities organised by my school. This [STRIKE]allows[/STRIKE]has allowed and will allow me to develop and use organizational skills that no doubt will help me in my future career.
I think that studying in your university will be an excellent [STRIKE]platform[/STRIKE]foundation for my future career. It [STRIKE]gives[/STRIKE]provides a lot of opportunities like learning languages, widening my horizon, getting to know other cultures and learning in a different way than I have been used to.
Thank you very much for considering my application. I look forward to your positive response.
Yours sincerely,
Darja