I have always aspired to be educated from a premier institute to reach the pinnacle of success in my desired field. I am enthusiastic and passionate about following a career in Psychology and have completed my major in it along with a two year comprehensive course in a community college. My fascination and eagerness to know about the Korean culture and education has inspired me to apply for the EAP course at the Yonsei University; I was born and brought up in Japan but being a Korean I want to connect to my roots. I would like to study in Korea and imbibe its rich cultural and social heritage through this program. The UCEAP course is one of the best worldwide with an experienced faculty, world-class educational infrastructure and the latest international curriculum.
The Study Abroad program at the Yonsei University in Korea promises to be a medium in fulfilling my professional goals. I would be able to observe and experience the Korean culture and society closely. Being among deserving and competent students not only from Korea, I will highly benefit from the international exposure as I would give it my best. I am adept at Japanese but would love to learn Korean as learning a native language is the first step in knowing a culture thoroughly. My knowledge of psychology has strengthened my belief that social and communal interaction is very enriching; the UCEAP program exactly caters to my goal of cross cultural interaction. The Korean culture has gained popularity worldwide in diverse fields; ranging from social, cultural to the political spheres. The course would enhance my knowledge of Korea as an emerging power in East Asia.
For comprehensive expertise it is essential to learn about any culture or subject in a global perspective; the UCEAP program offers to create this global awareness. I am a self motivated individual and I look forward to face the challenges that this course will present with determination and perseverance. I am a voracious reader and am passionate about reading books on different economies and their cultural heritage. I hope to develop fluency in Korean; the speaking club and tutorials offered by the program is a great encouragement.
For any successful mission, good team work is essential; I have been fortunate to be a part of excelling teams earlier and have impressive interpersonal communication skills. I am keeping myself updated with the latest political, industrial and social changes worldwide by reading journals and attending thought provoking seminars by experts; with a special interest in Korea. Being an efficient time manger I am determined to complete the year long EAP program along with the other academic pursuit in psychology successfully as the UC has specific programs in Economic Psychology and related areas. I would love to explore the field’s offered at the Yonsei University; with special interest in Psychology of Collective Behaviour, Happiness and Human Sensibility. It is about understanding and appreciating the diversity in different cultures; I believe the world needs more courses like these to curb racist issues.
I am preparing myself to learn about Korean culture by communicating with some Korean friends and visiting their religious places. I want to explore about the complex political and social issues between Japan and Korea especially the geographical disputes. But despite this both countries have great impact on each other’s architecture, religion and literary works. I have visited Korea before but was unable to explore it culturally. I believe that effective cross cultural communication and management is the most proactive thought process; I want educate myself and learn about the best combination of the Japanese, Korean and American culture and be able to utilize it not only in my academic but personal pursuits too. The UCEAP program will help me in realising my dreams.
I hope my application finds due favour with the eminent selection panel and gives me an opportunity to be a part of the prestigious University. Thank you for your time and consideration.
