Graduate Studies Workshop Part 2: Social Welfare and Social Development
This workshop focuses on preparing students for graduate studies in social welfare and development. It covers key aspects such as application procedures, statement of purpose writing, seeking funding, and reference letters. The content emphasizes important components like research proposals, program selection, and effective communication skills crucial for successful application submissions.
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Graduate Studies Workshop Part 2 Social Welfare and Social Development
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Decide what you want to apply to during the summer following your third year of undergraduate studies. MA/scholarship applications are due early autumn. Same application typically used for university and program financial awards/placements
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Why do you want to pursue graduate studies? How do your current program and the graduate program (and personal experiences) relate to each other? Different programs may ask for additional components.
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding 1. The statement is a research proposal 2. In some cases, you need to have your statement of purpose approved by potential program advisor before online submission 3. Describe your intended research project: a) previous research or experience; the proposed topic; approach (theory/methods); and potential contributions to knowledge b) demonstrate your personality and communication skills 4. Be informative, scholarly, professional, and persuasive. a) This may be the most important part of your application package 5. Follow all guidelines carefully (word count, margins, font size, etc.)
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Points to emphasize: 1. Why you are interested in thisprogram and not other competitors 2. Reasons you find the program appealing 3. How your strengths and interests make the program match with you 4. Why they should consider you for acceptance to this university/program (do not overdo this section) 5. Your credentials and accomplishments PROOFREAD BEFORE SUBMITTING!
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Your references should be: Academic (unless otherwise specified) Professors who know you and your academic work well You need to provide your referees with: Information on the program Your transcripts Your statement of purpose Your r sum /CV A sample of work created in the referee s class Time: at least two weeks to prepare a letter. (More time is better!)
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Choose carefully Show what you are capable of, what you are worth Clearly written Work that is recent, completed, relevant
First impressions count. Your sample is not the only one the evaluator will be reading!
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Brush it up a little before submitting it. Did your professor make recommendations for improvement? Consider the sample s length (too long does not mean better: on the contrary!) Better to explain that you sent only a portion than to submit something too lengthy
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Arrange for all materials to arrive before the deadline Send the required number of copies Keep a copy of all materials Be sure your application looks professional Include your e-mail address and phone number Keep it neat, simple, and consistent Have headers/footers with page numbers and your name Don t have a cover letter (unless specifically requested)
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Application form(s) Scholarship/financial aid forms Transcripts (official, not photocopies) order well in advance of the application deadline
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Statement of purpose Sample of written work Letters of reference (usually sent in directly by your professors) R sum or CV, if requested Additional test scores, if necessary (e.g. GRE, TOEFL)
Supporting Docs & Submission Application Forms Statement of Purpose Letters of Reference Writing Sample Seeking Funding Ontario Graduate Scholarships Social Science and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) University & Program Scholarships Teaching Assistantships Research Assistantships
