Statment of Purpose for a Masters in International Public Health Nutrition

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England Since my high school days I have developed strong interests for the issues of health, especially public health and research, as I advocate the opinion that the health promotion and lifestyle improvement is a motor for addressing the current global health problems. That is why I enrolled myself at the Pokhara University, where I graduated first in my class, with distinction at the program Bachelor of Public Health. Therefore, I would like to apply for an MSc in International Public Health Nutrition at the University of Westminster. I believe that my academic records and competences recommend me for the limited number of placements at the University. My background and experience has given me considerable knowledge in how to manage people and situations while being a team player. Prior to my graduation, I held various leadership positions which include the Team Leader (volunteer) for nutrition, hygiene and sanitation wing in Matsyanarayan Ecological Conservation Trust (MECT), Syangja, Nepal (October 2011-December 2012). I led various awareness campaigns on complementary feeding practice, basic hygiene and sanitation, low cost toilet construction, water filtration and treatment techniques and school health program in rural Nepal. Similarly, I worked as Secretary of Association of Pokhara University Public Health Students (APPS) for the duration of 1 year (January 2010-January 2011). I am currently employed as a Public Health Officer on Youth Power Nepal (January 2013-Present), which is a nationally recognized non-government and non-profit making social organization working actively in the sector of prison health, prison reform, drug prevention and HIV/AIDS prevention programs. As a Public Health Officer I am involved in provi... ... middle of paper ... ...ve me the privilege to create new relationships with people from different cultures and Norway "The land of mid-night sun" has always been my desired destination to study. I am also aware of the kind of dedication and perseverance I will need to have for achieving the best results in the field, as this program is very competitive and attracting highly motivated student, but I am convinced that my good academic record and work experience give me a strong recommendation for a place at it. I believe that I will be positive addition to your team, fit well and be a useful member of the community, as I love to volunteer and to be active in the field of social causes and campaigns. I believe that it perfectly matches my research interests and profile. I would be honored if you decide to accept my candidateship to be master’s degree student at the University of Westminster.

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