A Level Chemistry Personal Statement

Until about 2 years ago I was not quite sure what path I would choose for my future career, let alone what path I would choose when I arrived at college. I tended to be adept at subjects such as science and mathematics throughout my high school life, however I was never particularly fond of any one subject in particular. However, that changed my senior year of high school when I enrolled in AP Chemistry. I was intrigued by chemistry when I attended the pre-AP Chemistry course, however I was not particularly interested at that moment. However, AP Chemistry came with a plethora of hands-on experiments and procedures that existed to illustrate basic concepts of chemistry. Although it may sound mundane, I was amazed at some of the concepts we learned being implemented in front of our eyes, and I was especially

During my junior year, I participated in a science competition project that focused on a Zinc Finger Nuclease protein that cuts DNA. With this protein, scientists are looking for a way to cure AIDS by altering the DNA of the HIV virus. As I did research on this topic, I fell in love with the aspect of helping people through science. With a biology and chemistry background, I can figure out the source of error for health problems, and contribute to the overall well-being of patients. Therefore, these two subjects stood out to

I plan to major in chemical engineering at UNR. Possessing a thirst for discovering how the world functions through the lense of science, I am interning with Dr. Casey in the Chemistry Department to experience chemistry firsthand. Alongside the heavy workload, I will balance volunteering with Dean’s Future Scholars at UNR, I’ve dedicated 200+ hours to the group and look forward to helping out the lives of low-income, first generation kids like myself. I’ll advance from college into the real world examining life at the atomic level while giving back to the

After taking AP Chemistry, I knew that I wanted to study chemistry in college. I also have been a very inquisitive person my whole life, wondering why things are and how things worked. My inquisitive nature and love of chemistry is why chemical engineering appeals to me. I am drawn to Biomedical engineering due to its application of both chemistry and biology to solve medical problems. Doing a complete 360, I am interested in art history, because not only do I find art fascinating, but I also find it mesmerizing how artists visually represent and were inspired by the world around them.

It all started when I was chosen to join an invention competition that was held in Indonesia. I had the opportunity to expose myself to the full range of the chemical and engineering courses, in which it helped to reinforce and solidify my intense interest in Chemistry. During the competition, I had to convince the

When studying chemisty, you must grasp how reactions can form acids or bases, as well as what effect that has on pH. A basic understanding of chemistry is important in biology, because living things are composed of matter.

My personal quest for knowledge has been ongoing since the first day I picked up a science book. I have never been more interested in any subject. It truly spoke to me. At a college level, there is a magnitude of opportunities. I had the opportunity to participate in the Student Dissector program on campus in the Spring of 2015, I visited the Stanford Cadaver Lab with Biology Club this semester, and I traveled to see a talk by the world renowned American astrophysicist, cosmologist, author, and science communicator, Neil deGrasse Tyson.

As a kid, out of curiosity, I used to study the ingredients in household chemicals. A lot of dangerous substances had very useful applications. Chlorine, for example, is both a poison to humans and the thing that makes pools swimmable. This kind of paradox about common household chemicals and what they do to water is what led me to take rigorous science courses in high school, where I nurtured my passion for chemistry, as well as biology, and physics. I participated in chemistry league competitions and Olympiads as a way to build my knowledge piece by piece, like building lego. I studied atomic structure, covalent bonds and ionization energy asking myself: Why? How do molecules stick to each other? When would it be advantageous to unstick them?

I decided to volunteer at the Central Alberta Cancer Centre for my community service learning project. My position is coffee cart volunteer. I get to go around to the chemotherapy recliners and radiation room and offer patients and families coffee and cookies. I also have the opportunity to sit and visit with these patients, which is my favourite part. I am able to let them talk about their diagnosis and share information with them about the Cancer Centre. I am often the first person they get to talk to, and a hot beverage and cookie helps soothe their worries. I have been told that patients enjoy seeing a smiling face and are comforted by the complimentary refreshments.

I'm not just looking for an education. I'm inspired to go to college to further my knowledge to places I did not think possible. As bizarre as it will sound, I do not want to learn everything for I hope my life never runs out of unsolved problems exclaiming to be understood. This is why I have chosen to major in Biochemistry. So many puzzles and mysteries that if solved would catapult the human race to uncharted territory where new challenges would rise.

I aspire to become a Biochemist. I trust that university will enable me to develop and enhance existing skills and knowledge to achieve my registration. I look forward to learning and adapting new techniques at university and throughout the placement, which will help me prepare for a meaningful career as a

The idea of seeing a project come to life is what provokes my desire to become an engineer. In the past, engineers have created the greatest historic innovations such as health technology. My passion for chemical engineering is seeing how the fundamental theories of Chemistry, Physics and Math can be applied to create an innovative industry. In very concrete ways, engineers

Learning Chemistry, Maths and Physics never got me tired. I’ve started to experience enthusiastic feelings towards those subjects during my high school as I was acknowledged to proceed with my upper school in science stream. I couldn’t agree more that being a science student is very challenging as it involves critical thinking which relates with the theories and practical. However, after a couple of months of learning, I came to realize that I have been intrigued by those subjects despite the challenging parts of understanding. Hence, I really look forward to further my studies in Chemical Engineering which involves deeper understanding of those subjects.

Chemistry is ubiquitous and its prevalence is evident in everything right from environment, biology and even in technology. It is this versatility, which aids me in gaining insight in every field of science. Being a graduate in Bio-analytical Chemistry and Organic chemistry, my enthusiasm and inclination grew towards quantitative and qualitative analysis of natural and synthetic compounds in research laboratory. It is with this passion, I look forward to unravel the mystics of analytical chemistry through theoretical and practical knowledge. Therefore, I would like to apply for the Doctoral Program in Analytical Chemistry at University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth.

I particularly love experimenting with the challenges involved in understanding Chemistry. The different aspects of Chemistry, as well as the continually changing requirements of our society, fascinate me. I wish to build up my career as a renowned researcher and participate in the cutting-edge research in the field of Chemistry. I also dream to have hundreds of publications in conferences and Journals with high impact factor. I believe that pursuing higher studies will be the best way for me to start the journey towards my goal. Moreover, the Ph.D. degree would not only extend my understanding of what I have learned until now but also help me to develop my career as an academician in future. A doctoral degree could help me to train up myself in finding; evaluating and documenting a research problem in a methodical way that I need most to become an organized and meticulous researcher in future. In every society, doctorates are widely recognized as exceptional talents and intellectual elites since they can have a significant contribution to the world through their research on analyzing the existing problems and finding feasible solutions.