TO:Prof.So&So
Faculty of XYZ
Department of ABC
University of PQR
Dear Prof.So&So
[Further to my application made onDDMMYY], I have the pleasure of
supplementing it [my application] with this letter of introduction to offer you a more rounded view of myself.
As my primary interest is in researching “Topic of Special Interest”, I have done a fair bit of research to locate the best mentor and the best institution to allow me to realize my objectives.Your work in“Area of Special Interest” ,
especially your publications in “list details…….”, are of particular interest to me and they are the reasons why I seek entry to your university.If admitted, I am able to continue work along the lines of your present research without much training or supervision since I have exposure and actual experience in the following areas: “ list details………”
During my university years, I am used to working in a team environment.For example, list……as many cases as poible to show leadership and effective work in a team environment……
Write up one or two cases to show desirable attributes such as ……innovative, persist in solving problems, hard working and having every good interpersonal skills.(Note: it is quite bland to just quote the words, I am creative,
hardworking, reliable etc.etc., no one will take note of this very much; it is far better to offer actual examples in your personal history to show these attributes!!)
In closing, although I have not been to your city, I did a fair bit of investigation on the environs of PQR University and found the people and geography there highly exciting.I am looking forward to settling down there already!
Yours sincerely,
Your prospective student
