Research Master in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience
During my undergraduate studies, I developed a strong interest in cognitive and clinical neuroscience. I graduated with first-class honors. With this letter, I am applying for a research master’s in cognitive and clinical neuroscience at Maastricht University.
My passion for specializing in this field increased after my mother suffered from severe brain bleeding, which caused her to lose multiple body functions. The experience increased my curiosity about the significance of therapies in helping patients to heal and cope with brain impairments. During my visits to the hospital, I learned several techniques such as non-invasive and brain imaging that is useful in detecting brain impairments. Therefore, I developed a passion for studying this program so that I can help other people recover from their conditions. I believe your institution will prepare me to become the best psychologist and help people deal with challenges that are related to cognition.
I have efficient research and analytical skills that will help me to write my research proposals during the master’s program. During my undergraduate studies, I gained knowledge on how to use both the qualitative and quantitative methods to conduct research. While writing my dissertation, I used Qualtrics to gather data and the SPSS software and multiple regressions to analyze data. I have also read several journals by Dutch researchers, which increased my knowledge of neuropsychology. I hope to grow my research and analytical skills once I join your institution. I take my studies seriously and am eager to pursue this program so that I can have a better understanding of the techniques used to detect brain impairments.
My fascination with Maastricht University stems from a shortage of study programs in Germany, which can prevent one from achieving their career goals in Neuropsychology. The institution offers its students an opportunity to interact with senior researchers who are experts and have specialized in particular fields. The interactions will help me to improve my research skills. I selected the university because globally, it is the tenth best young university. It offers the students with research and optional clinical internships both in local and international organizations. I believe the internships will equip me with the best skills to meet the increased demand for neuropsychologists. The program will prepare me to pursue a Ph.D. in the same field. My goal is to gain adequate skills and knowledge that will ensure I become an asset to the field of neuroscience.
I have lived in various countries and have learned several languages such as Dutch, German, English, and Swedish. With these languages, I can study at most international institutions. I have also come to appreciate the diverse cultural and social practices in the world. Besides, I have excellent interpersonal and communication skills that will help me to relate with other students and tutors.
I hope to take my career to a higher level by studying at your institution. I am certain that the skills I gained during my undergraduate studies will make me a valuable addition to your master’s program.
I will be grateful if you consider my application. Thank you in advance.