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multiple disciplines which are interlinked and which together pave way for potential innovations.
Gradually discovering my keenness for the field of Mechanical Engineering, I commenced my journey
in the stream. Then, as a student of Mechanical Engineering, I was introduced to the wonderful field of
Industrial engineering during my internship at Case New Holland Industrial (CNHI). I immediately
realized it to be my calling. Researching more about the field, I discovered its vast scope in the areas
of Architectural Engineering, Industrial Production, Logistics, and Quality Control. I then promptly
made up my mind to carve a niche for myself in this area for which I need to gain an extensive
knowledge of the field. I thus wish to pursue my Master’s in Industrial Engineering from your
esteemed University.
Being an inquisitive and observant person by nature, I was always curious about the mechanism or the
evolution of a product. This explains my early interest in Mechanical Engineering and the reason to
pursue this subject as my undergraduate major. I am grateful for having made that choice as it has
provided me with a very strong foundation for learning and helped me in becoming a multi-skilled
professional. The theory and laboratory courses that I enjoyed during my undergraduate studies
include Operations research, Unconventional machining processes, Manufacturing machines, metal
cutting, and tool design, Probability and Statistics, Machine Design, Manufacturing techniques, and
Engineering Mechanics. The fact that I secured consistently high grades (Grade A/A+) in a number of
subjects such as Applied Mathematics, Numerical Methods and Optimization, Probability and
statistics, Finite Element Method, Industrial Internship Evaluation, Major Project evaluation,
Manufacturing Machines, and Automobile Engineering helped boost my self-confidence and validated
my career choice.
In addition to the theory and practical courses, I also completed a number of live projects which
allowed me to apply the knowledge learned so far to resolve real-world issues. One of the crucial
projects that I was a part of was ‘Refreshable Braille Display.' Braille is a system of raised dots that
facilitates blind people to read with their fingers while their aids who are not visually impaired can
also read it normally. It is not just a language but is also a code in which most languages can be written
and read, and which is helping the visually impaired to attain literacy. Our project was focused on
implementing a completely new technology for developing a Refreshable Braille Display for easy
access to information and to help connect the visually impaired people globally through digitalization.
We also decided to make it cost effective. The display is incorporated by a technology by improvising
the dot matrix printer mechanism. Pinheads of the dot matrix printers are used for lifting Braille dots
with the help of linear actuators. This project helped me gain an in-depth perspective into the
challenges involved in innovating and in the practical implementation of an idea and taught me to
work efficiently in a team.
Among other things, my internship at CNHI is a milestone in my academic session so far and I would
like to mention it here. I interned at CNHI for a duration of seven weeks in their Manufacturing unit,
during which I worked on a project titled “Solving Defects on Line using Kaizen Management System
and World Class Manufacturing Methodology”. Here, I learned about the various processes that take
place in an Industry along with the essential policies that are pivotal in the working of a company. An
overview of the end-to-end functioning of the manufacturing process from the procurement of raw
materials to the final product was provided. This greatly helped in enhancing my knowledge of the
working of a manufacturing industry and I was able to understand the systems, the technology and
approach of any manufacturing unit better. It was during this time that I had made up my mind to
pursue my higher studies in Industrial Engineering as it piqued my interest to a great extent and
strengthened my resolve to make a difference to the quality of the manufacturing processes.
Another crucial internship was at Air India Engineering Services Ltd. for a duration of four weeks
which though not a part of the curriculum, I underwent to learn about the industry. During this time, I
was assigned to the Jet shop for a period of three weeks while the remaining one week was spent in the
Accessories shop where I observed and reported on each of the departments that were involved in the
re-hauling of an aircraft engine. I visited several departments including the wheel shop, brake shop,
test rig, final assembly/engine hardware etc., which further helped me to understand the functioning of
various departments. My internship thus helped me gain a holistic view of the end to end working of
the airline manufacturing industry.
Though keen on my academics, I took time for other activities that helped me to grow as a person. I
never missed an opportunity to mentor my peers and juniors which led me to appreciate others point of
view and evolve as a leader and also as an empathetic person. I realized that in order to mentor
someone, we always had to find new ways to keep them interested and encourage them to contribute to
the learning. In addition to this, I am involved with an NGO, Rhythm of Life, which involves reaching
out to underprivileged children and facilitates learning in the outdoors. The purpose of this program is
to use activity-based teaching to help students explore and take interest in subjects and extra-curricular
activities. Being able to make a difference, albeit in a minor way, and perhaps improve the quality of
life for these children is a fulfilling experience for me.
With a master's program from a reputed university, I will be able to realize my professional goals of
working with an industrial unit and contribute effectively to improving the processes and techniques
used therein. Aware of your challenging study programs and excellent faculty I wish to pursue my
masters from your University and believe that I will be able to add significant value to the master's
program. I thus look forward eagerly to being a member of your intellectual academic community.
-- Benjamin Franklin
The business world is a curious concoction of opportunities as well as risks. Globalization and
technological progress is widening the market before individual business entities; on the other hand,
one also witnesses the volatility in the system because of what may be the lack of foresight in terms of
intelligent management of markets and resources. I was drawn to a close personal study of the vagaries
of the business world while fulfilling my role of an IT application development professional serving
IBM’s clients from the financial industry. As I dwelled deeper to understand the business environment
in financial markets, I began to visualize a career for myself in this field. One of the things that I
identified early was my need for insights into the fundamentals of financial and risk management. My
search for a comprehensive and effective program led me to the MBA program in Finance and it is
now my intention to pursue a strong foundation for my intended career.
Over the nine years of my tenure in the IT industry, I built a wide range of skills for use in different
industry verticals. These included the skills of analysis, design, development, customization, and
implementation of Java/J2ee applications. I also built my abilities of database management, object
oriented programming, and software engineering. These experiences prepared me to function
effectively in project management roles; I executed software development projects for major clients in
the telecom, energy and utilities, and transportation industries. I could also closely observe the
dynamics of financial markets and form a plan to pursue my career in it.
With these aspirations, I look forward to being a member of your academic community from next fall
with full financial aid.
ample SOP
Research and innovation in the field of alternative energy sources is gearing up in recent times. With
the inevitable truth of fossil fuels being exhausted in some hundred years and the rising menace of
man-made pollution has made alternative energy our next peak of conquest. Corporations and
governments all around the globe are investing on research in this domain in order to come up with
economical and practical energy solutions for people. In the process, a number of opportunities have
been thrown open for scholars and professionals to contribute to the developments in the domain.
As a trained student in embedded design and power electronics & drives, I am familiar with the
technologies involved in electric vehicles, battery science and their applications. 4 years of work
experience in the research and development in Electrical & Automation division, Larsen & Toubro,
Mumbai has also sensitized me with the application of engineering concepts in commercial processes.
However, I wish to extend my horizons in the ever evolving field of alternative energy, with focus on
power electronics and electric vehicles. I intend to pursue a PhD program at the in application of
power electronics for hybrid electric vehicles or renewable energy based applications. It will be a
significant step in my career as it will provide me with international exposure, introduce me to new
challenges and strengthen my domain knowledge.
I had a keen interest in mathematics and science during school. I also had an inquisitive nature and
interest to know about functioning and science behind various phenomena and devices. I gave shape to
my childhood fascination for science by enrolling in a bachelor’s program in applied science in
electrical engineering. My inquisitive nature and interest to know about functioning and science
behind various phenomenon and devices was also a factor behind enrolling to the engineering
program.
The curriculum in the undergraduate program was designed well which provided me with a strong
background in various concepts of electronics and electrical engineering. Subjects such as
Mathematics, Power systems, Control systems, Basics of microcontroller, Power Quality and Drives
were my favorite. Among all Power Quality and Drives actually introduced me to the real world
applications. I learnt the practical aspects of the subjects in lab courses such as Introduction to
microcontrollers, Power system labs, and Control systems lab. Coding microcontrollers initiated my
attention for machine coding where I could make machines perform desired activities through lines of
code. Deep interest and dedication in academics helped me secure 3rd rank in the entire course during
the undergraduate program.
Fascinated by robotics and a keen interest in developing algorithms, I designed a Smart Wheelchair as
part of the final year thesis project. The project involved application of both software and hardware
concepts and smart algorithms. The rationale behind the project was to ease the lives of many
physically challenged people by introducing control and navigational intelligence into the traditional
wheelchair mechanisms. It was a learning experience for me through teamwork and handling project
deadlines.
I continued to learn about microcontrollers and power electronics by enrolling in a master’s program.
Specialization in the topics helped me acquire in depth knowledge in embedded systems and power
electronics. I maintained my good academic record even in the master’s program and managed to
secure 2nd rank in the class at the end of the program.
While still in college, I interned at Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. My experience as an intern at
Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. familiarized me with the commercial application of technology.
The internship let me learn about the real life application of engineering concepts into commercial
production.
Research is a very important aspect of innovation and scientific development in any field. I believe
that students can become true masters in their domain with dedicated research. During my academic
and professional career I had the opportunity to work on some research papers. During my master’s
program, I got a research paper published on "Disturbance Immune DFIG based Wind Energy
Conversion System", IEEE International conference on Power, Energy and Control (ICPEC),
Dindigul, India. I also have patent applications for ‘HF noise based detection methodology for series
arcs’. Being a part of the R&D department in L&T, I have patent applications for ‘Novel techniques
based on Newton Raphson and regression for early fault detection in LV system’ and ‘HF noise based
detection methodology for series arcs.’
Besides academia, I also possess strong sports, managerial and social skills. I have participated and
won marathons in various categories. I have also been deeply interested in managing events, which led
me to work as a core member of the managerial committee in the university festival.I have worked
single handedly in various assignments during my master’s project, which was greatly appreciated by
my mentors and other faculties. Also, during my time at L&T, I managed the project from its scratch
starting from the extensive patent study to the development of the prototype for the same. Since the
project was in its nascent stage when I started, a lot of initial research was done to understand the
concept.
I have also grown as a person and learnt to understand perspectives of different people from my
experiences. My active involvement in the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative for
educating underprivileged children and conducting health and hygiene lectures has fuelled my desire
to address social problems faced by the underprivileged. I have also led a team of 10 volunteers for
teaching Mathematics and English to the community children. I had also mentored a child with the
organization "Mentor me India" for a year.
Academic activities and professional experiences in embedded systems and power electronics have
only strengthened by ambition to keep learning in this domain. As I intend to work in organizations
that deal in research and innovation of products for renewable energy solutions, I will need to equip
myself with the latest knowledge in the domain. For the purpose, I intend to pursue a PhD program in
electrical engineering specializing in electric vehicle technology or renewable integration through
wind or solar energy from the . The superior laboratory facilities, research groups and expert faculty at
the university will be a great source of knowledge and guidance for me to extend my academic career.
I have always been serious about my academics and have loved learning about concepts in-depth. I
sincerely believe that I am well equipped to pursue a PhD program. In the past few years, I have learnt
to interact with different people and bring the best out of situations. This will help me coordinate
properly with research colleagues and professors to achieve my academic commitments.
MS in US SOP
A burning curiosity to explore and learn the inner functioning of a system and a strong passion for
learning are the qualities that define me as an engineer. I have grabbed every available opportunity to
broaden my skill-set and become better at what I do, and I consider graduate studies as an excellent
opportunity to advance my knowledge to the next level. My aim is to complete the MS program in
Embedded System and become an expert in the cutting edge technologies of the field. Today,
embedded systems have not only become ubiquitous but are also becoming smarter and more
interconnected with each passing day. I am keen to delve deeper into this field and build a strong skill-
set that would help me thrive as a professional Embedded Systems developer.Right from my school
days, I have been keen on gaining a thorough understanding of subjects and concepts and this enabled
me to perform well in academics and build a strong academic record. Mathematics has always been
my forte and working on solving complex problems is a task that I relish immensely. Considering my
aptitude for math and skill at analytical problem solving, pursuing an undergraduate degree in
engineering came as a natural extension of my interests.
Since graduating, I have worked with two major organizations: Tech Mahindra- an IT Services,
Outsourcing and IT Consulting Company- and FIS Global Business Solutions, which works with
major banks in the USA. The projects and training that I have completed with these companies have
offered a great learning curve, getting me acquainted with a number of the latest software tools and
technologies. I have also been able to grow as a programmer and I am now skilled at multiple
languages. One of the most interesting projects that I worked on was a Bus Base Ticketing portal
which can register the user and book tickets for a particular destination. My role as a Software
Engineer was to monitor the servers proactively and identify the root cause of incidents and problems.
My work with these organizations has also served to enhance my leadership and time management
skills and has also made me more confident in my own abilities.
As a person with a wide range of interests, I participated in various extracurricular activities during
school and college which helped me grow as a well-rounded person. Over the last few years, I have
also discovered my passion for adventure which has taken me to new places and has brought me in
contact with people from various backgrounds. Likewise, I have been active in corporate social life
annual camps wherein we bring in underprivileged children from our society for an office visit.
Interacting with them has helped me develop a better understanding of their lives and hardships and I
have learnt to listen and empathize. I aspire to build on these qualities in the coming years and tread
the entrepreneurial path in the future, establishing my own embedded systems development firm.
Your graduate program would provide me an ideal platform to explore my creativity and broaden my
skill-set in the domain of embedded system, thereby laying a strong foundation for my dreams. I hope
my candidature proves worthy of your academic standards and earns me an opportunity to further
develop my knowledge.
MS in Canada SOP
In the ever-advancing world where machines are being made to automate the mundane tasks of life,
Artificial Intelligence has played a pivotal role. Mankind is at a technological crossroads that would
have been unthinkable a couple decades ago. I intend to be at the forefront of developments in this
field and view the graduate study as an essential first step towards this goal.
I developed my interest in computers at the tender age of 7 when I have gifted a Personal Computer.
By the end of my high school, I had become well-versed with every Microsoft tool. Later, my
undergraduate studies bolstered the concepts of Data Structures, Computer Networks, Algorithms and
especially Machine Learning, which rendered me a wide base of knowledge that would prove highly
beneficial in my career. However, I accredit my inclination towards Artificial Intelligence to the
subject of Robotics that I studied during the third year of my college. A discipline that combines all
the knowledge gained from pursuing computer science for baccalaureate studies, Robotics has never
failed to fascinate me and my deep interest in this subject is the foundation stone of my zeal to pursue
MS in Statistical Machine Learning under CS Department.
In the course of my bachelor’s in Computer Science & Engineering from PES Institute of Technology
(VTU), I completed several projects that rendered robust experiential learning. My first project
entailed the use of Convolution Neural Network (CNN) for vehicle detection in low-resolution traffic
videos. Lasting over 12 weeks, I used MATLAB and Python to assess the superiority of CNN by
feeding images from a rather low-quality traffic camera that are characterized by low SNR and thereby
investigating the performance of CNN in detection and classification of vehicles in these images. I
gained substantial exposure to the domain of image processing and learned how to make use of deep
learning techniques. In the second project, I further explored the image processing domain and this
time applied the technologies of Python3, tensor-flow 1.0, Numpy, and OpenCV 3 for Real-Time
Object Detection. I thoroughly studied the paper published by Joseph Redmon, Santosh Divvala, Ross
Girshick, and Ali Farhadi before using You Only Look Once (YOLO) system for detecting objects on
the Pascal VOC 2012 dataset which can detect anything from a bird to a bottle on the dining table.
However, unlike the traditional approach, I applied a single neural network to the full image. This
network divides the image into regions and predicts bounding boxes and probabilities for each region.
These bounding boxes are weighted by the predicted probabilities, helping significantly in accurate
detection. This project introduced me to Tensor Flow and provided hands-on experience in parallel
processing and image processing.
I also worked on a project involving Document Reuse in a Student Network. I made use of HTML,
CSS, JAVASCRIPT, PYTHON, PHP, and Information Retrieval Techniques for devising and
designing an efficient web application for student document management system that can be used for
the benefit of faculty and students alike. I applied two approaches to detect plagiarism; one with File to
file copy detection through byte by byte or hash comparison, and by using Information Retrieval
operations of Normalization, Tokenization, and if-idf calculation. I have also contributed to Swachh
Bharat mission through my work by studying the variation in garbage levels and types in a particular
area, taking videos of Garbage Broken into Images at each frame and used 3-D modeling for images
using Cuda software.
I performed equally well in all my subjects but the subjects that intrigued me the most were Data
Structures, Computer Networks, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Network Security, Advanced
Computer Networks, Discrete Mathematics and Logic, and Theory of Computation. Being a pragmatic
individual, I considered practical learning through labs of utmost importance and secured highest
grades in Operating Systems Lab, Data Structures Lab, Machine Learning Lab, and Digital Design and
Computer Organization LAB. Apart from academics, I have been known by my peers for devoting
equal time and efforts to my co-curricular activities. I’m an avid reader of fiction novels, have an
undying interest in Cricket and Table Tennis and indulge greatly in E-sports as well.
The world is moving fast towards Artificial Intelligence it is a field of massive opportunities. A
master’s in Statistical Machine Learning under CS Department from the University of Alberta will not
only open doors to various paths but will also enable me to build my own ways to success. I aspire to
deploy my skillset as a Machine Learning Engineer at the top companies such as Boston Dynamics,
Tesla, and Google, and use my significantly widened knowledge base to pursue a Doctorate in AI at a
later stage and, probably post MBA, launch my own company to design and create Artificially
Intelligent machines to serve the best interests of my workforce, their families, as well as local
community and the society at large. And for all of this to come true, I believe there is no place better
than the University of Alberta to provide me the superior skills, experience, and expertise. I greatly
admire your expert faculty like Jonathan Schaeffer, specialized in AI and Martin Müller who works in
the area of ‘Understanding and improving Monte Carlo Tree Search’ and ‘Exploration and sampling in
RL’. It would also be very exciting to join the Medical Informatics Group as they are involved in a
wide range of projects, in collaboration with many teams of medical researchers/clinicians, to produce
systems that effectively learn classifiers that make accurate predictions about future patients.
The state-of-the-art infrastructure and vibrant scholastic community at the University of Alberta will
help me to reach my potential. Thus, I am eager to be a part of your diverse student body and
contribute to your university’s legacy.
MS in Germany SOP
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person AVOIDS it. Computer science has played an
important role in the development of the world we live in by solving age-long problems, finding ways
to avoid them and spearheading the invention of vital instruments such as the internet, robotics
surgery, computers, and microprocessors, all of which are practical in our daily lives and interactions.
From a very young age, I always knew that I was destined for a career in Computer Science since I
was introduced to computers by my 5th Grade and became proficient in basic coding by my 8th as I
have always been a quick thinker and learner. My desire to understand the reasoning behind computer
programs coupled with inspiration from an elder cousin, my only brother who is also a Software
Architect, led to my Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology. He, along with my supportive
parents, had inspired me to take up this course of study as they knew my passion for it. Since I have
completed this first inductive step successfully which is a result of my hard work and persistence, I
would like to heighten my knowledge of Computer Science concepts and their practicality in all
important sectors such as ecology and conservation, medicine, entertainment, and business. I am
confident that a Master’s degree in Information and Communication Systems, a significant module in
the field of Computer Science, will equip me with the relevant knowledge of implementing computer
concepts to create inventive software or appliances that aim at improving the quality of life for the
general world population. The course module and the electives for the Master’s degree in Computer
Science-at the Technical University of Berlin match my career prospects perfectly and thus, is the only
institution I am applying to, for this subject.
My undergraduate degree has laid a solid foundation for a postgraduate degree in Information and
Communication Systems by exposing me to core computer subjects and laboratory courses such as
Communication Engineering and Coding Theory, Data Structures and Algorithms, Formal Language
and Automata Theory, Object-Oriented Programming, Computer Networks, Database Management
Systems, Data Warehousing and Data Mining, Operating Systems, and Network Security. These
subjects have given me a basis to understand theoretical fundamentals and progressive technological
developments while also introducing me to Data Science and AI principles. The laboratory courses,
however, gave me a chance to prove the practicality of theoretical coursework while exploring my
creativity without any limitations. I also participated in College Tech Fests and coding competitions to
enhance my coding skills.
For my undergraduate thesis project, I, along with a team, created an online shopping cart with the aim
of developing a system that keeps track and secures clients’ purchases, allows e-commerce businesses
to easily organize their sales, and to generally improve the online shopping experience. Other than
coding, which was the main implementation of the project, I analyzed the necessary system,
functional, and requirement specifications through ERD Diagrams, DFDs and Use-Cases comparisons.
It was a great learning experience since the e-commerce platform was made from scratch and in the
process, I gained significant knowledge of Advanced Java, HTML, Apache Tomcat Server, Adobe
Dreamweaver, and MySQL and acquired solid technical and time management skills along with team
player abilities.
To obtain the relevant professional tutelage, have a first-hand approach to industrial processes, and
network with fellow students, I, along with a team, have completed an Industrial Training program
through my college where I built a reservation system for airline tickets. The project allows travelers
to easily access and compare air prices and flight availability in a single platform leading to advanced
booking without the hassle of dealing directly with airlines. I developed the website application
through .NET and in the process, I advanced my understanding of the same while further honing my
communication skills as it requires substantial social engagements.
To acquire a personalized feel of the job market, progress my career, and contribute to the
development of my specialization area, I have been working at Cerner, a leading healthcare IT expert,
as a Software Engineer. I am extensively involved in creating software remedies in the health sector
while carrying out research and updates, some of which have been submitted to the DevCon, an
internal technical event within the company. Most importantly, it was here that I got an opportunity to
work on Siemens legacy products after Cerner acquired the Healthcare-IT sector of Siemens in India. I
have also worked along with peers from different provinces of India having diverse cultural
background and learnt a lot from them. All in all, it has been an ideal work environment as I get to
challenge myself on a daily basis and develop my management, coding, and soft skills, all of which
will be useful in the course of my postgraduate degree.
Away from school, training, and work, I devote my spare time to extracurricular activities and social
responsibilities. I enjoy reading books, recitation, listening to music, watching movies, and
participating in elocution competitions. Likewise, I am an avid sports enthusiast with a passion for
swimming, badminton and carrom. Other than drawing, I am also fluent in Hindi, Bengali, and
currently learning German for better communication. Additionally, I served as a Scout during my
school days where I actively visited retirement homes, orphanages, planted trees, and taught children
in informal settlements. In college, I was a member of NSS where I took part in environmental
restoration activities such as cleaning of streets and volunteered in an event for the First-Hand
Foundation which is a Cerner based NGO and offers financial assistance to less fortunate children who
need medical care. Besides giving financial donations to various charitable causes, I am an activist for
fair animal treatment and avidly take part in offering medical assistance to abandoned or injured ones
within my reach. I have learned to give back to society and will continue to do so in different
capacities.
Germany is becoming a growing hub for IT now. Some of the innovative companies in Berlin are
Hackerbay, PTScientists, Here, Morressier, Deepstreamhub, Rocket Internet, Ada Health(Healthcare
IT). The major players are SAP, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Oracle. The graduate program at your
university will provide me with ample scopes for research or professional experience in Germany.
During the graduate program,I want most of my work to focus on the betterment of the human race
without compromising on the environmental elements.
I believe that a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the Technical University of Berlin will
instill in me the technical skills needed to create personalized solutions to complex issues regarding
the provision of basic amenities of life for all. I am particularly interested in the rigorous curriculum
that offers electives such as Cognitive Systems, Media Technology, Human-Machine Interaction, and
Distributed Systems and Networks. Moreover, working with experts in the field like Dr. Klaus-Robert
Müllerand Dr. Manfred Opper will enhance my understanding of the field as their research interests,
that is, Theoretical Computer Science, aligns with mine. Such an experience will undoubtedly help me
gain knowledge of the latest research practices and thus develop myself into a top professional in the
field. I look forward to joining your reputable institution for an unmatched learning experience. I am
confident that in return, I can make a perennial contribution to your institution.
S in Australia SOP
Artificial Intelligence has been a bone of contention in the eyes of the scientific community, dividing
people with its widespread advantages and debatable ethics. When IBM’s Deep Blue defeated Garry
Kasparov in a six-game match, the popularity of AI exploded, and its momentum has only increased.
Over the years, Artificial intelligence has introduced possibilities in myriad fields which were hitherto
unthinkable. It has tremendous potential to improve the efficiency, cost, and ease of human tasks. This
versatile utility is my motivation for seeking a Master’s degree in Computer Science (MMATH).After
school, I was enrolled in a B.Tech Information Technology, where I was first introduced to AI in my
‘Design and Analysis of Algorithms’ class. My interest was immediately piqued, and I started
researching on the topic. One search led to another and soon I found myself immersed in the subject
with a burning thirst to know more. I enrolled myself in various online courses to study AI in greater
depth. Business Intelligence was another fascinating subject as it taught us how to convert innovative
ideas into business potential. My involvement in learning the subjects translated into the academic
performance as I secured good marks in all my exams. I also enjoyed my lab courses since they
provided us with experience in real-world applications of our theoretical studies.
I strongly believe that engineers are among those responsible for solving the problems that are
plaguing the world. One such issue is the conservation of electricity. Wastage of electricity occurs on a
day to day basis due to the negligence of people, and it is our responsibility to conserve it. In order to
tackle this problem, I and my team devised a control process with an embedded system at its core that
would monitor and control the appliances. Using IoT networks, this system was equipped to control
the activation of appliances based on an audio input by the user. After the input was received, it would
be processed using several complex operations. The nature of the voice command would dictate the
type of process to be implemented. This system eventually became our final year project and was
appreciated by my professors.
Another major problem that exists in India is the utter disregard for the cleanliness of rivers. In
particular, ‘holy’ rivers such as The Ganges are often the most polluted as they witness the most
desecration by the public. In order to solve this issue, my university formed a project team comprising
of members from all departments. We devised various processes such as aerial monitoring of water
pollution, conveyor belt based object retriever, conversion of debris flowers into incense sticks etc. I
played a significant role in the creation of these processes and also helped in the development of a
cloud-based specialized private server.
During my undergrad, I also designed a Home Temperature and Humidity measurement system using
Embedded C. This gave rich experience in working with hardware and helped me assimilate other
platforms such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi.
One of the greatest health care problems in rural India is that the cost of healthcare and the monetary
power of the rural population are poles apart. India lives in her villages. This effectively means that a
major part of my country does not receive adequate healthcare. I wanted to tackle at least a small
fraction of the problem, which happened to be retinal examinations. I researched extensively and came
up with an idea for a Head Mount Device, which could effectively replace the ophthalmoscope, the
device used for photographing retinal fundus. If implemented, it could effectively reduce the cost of
retinal examinations and treatments. With the implementation of deep learning on these photographs
could help to detect multiple diseases including cardiovascular diseases. I also utilized the Windows
IOT framework to help suggest recommendations to the patients on their smartphones and even
provide detailed reports to multiple doctors simultaneously. The research paper was selected to be
published in an IEEE journal.
One of my passions is the scarcely explored subject of missions in outer space. One sector I was very
interested in was the establishment of data centers in outer space. I believed in the relevance of the
idea due to our predictions of eventually being compelled to look for alternate resources in outer space
through mining. I compiled my facts, ideas and theories in a paper titled ‘Lunar based Dark Data
Centre’ and presented it at the DRDO sponsored National Conference.
Along with my academics in college, I took extra efforts to increase my real-world industry knowledge
by attending a number of internships. The one at National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) helped
me gain knowledge about the working and implementation of microprocessors. The internship at
U.N.I.Q Technologies taught me about the diverse applications of Android platforms. I also visited
NextGen Datacentres, where I gathered valuable inputs about data centers and their processes. The
visit to BSNL Chennai opened my eyes to the technology involved in telecommunications. I am
currently interning at Stigmata Technologies, where I am getting hands-on experience of the
implementation of AI in real-world applications. These experiences of observing and working with
seasoned industrial professionals have played a huge role in my technical development.
Apart from my academic and professional aspirations, I am also active in sports. I have been the
captain of my school basketball team. I was also appointed Treasurer of the IET ON-Campus Chennai
Chapter in my university. I was one of the executive members and helped organize various events.
These leadership experiences have taught me a lot about managing people. Throughout my academic
career, I have been fortunate in being able to meet people from different regions of India. Knowing
them and adapting to them has changed my perspectives on life and humbled me. I was also involved
in helping out my friends with clarification of doubts and concepts. These experiences have molded
my character and given shape to the person I am today. After my Masters, I envision myself as a
researcher or scientist in a reputed firm. I would love to express my ideas and skills in the
development of AI with features that mimic human emotions. I strongly believe that artificial
intelligence should be developed and implemented only with a strong moral basis behind it. AI without
morals and ethics will become an unmitigated disaster. I would like to contribute new ideas and
theories with respect to this aspect of Artificial Intelligence. In the long term, after completing my
Ph.D., I aim to establish educational centers throughout rural India with an AI-based system to impart
free education. I believe that Artificial Intelligence must be used to alleviate the problems faced by the
rural population, who cannot afford the basic necessities in healthcare, electricity, and food. It is my
earnest goal to research and contribute to the development and implementation of AI along these lines.
I am confident that the Master of Science program in Computer Science offered at the University of
Melbourne- Parkville Campus will lay the perfect foundation for me to achieve my career goals. The
computer science department here is well distinguished throughout the world. The advanced course-
work and reputed faculty along with the state-of-of-the-art research facilities will help me in enhancing
my understanding of the field to a great extent. Professors such as Justin Zobel and Rui Zhang are all
very reputed in the domain and it will be a pleasure to be guided by them.It would also be an immense
opportunity if allowed to become a part of the activities organized by the various student communities
and clubs such at your institute.I hope that my passion for computer science, thirst for knowledge,
commitment to the society and enterprising spirit make me a suitable candidate for your university. I
strongly believe that your updated curriculum, accomplished professors, state of the art laboratory
equipment and progressive environment will ensure my growth on a personal and professional level.
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Since the beginning of my Master’s degree in Economics at the Mumbai School of Economics and
Public Policy, I have felt that straightforward solutions to complex problems offered by the classical
and neoclassical schools of thought correspond to but a fraction of reality, rather serving the purpose
of setting a base for further understanding. Curiosity towards the world coupled with a willingness to
dig deeper made me interested in studying further and motivated me to read about different schools of
thought which eventually spurred me to apply for a doctorate degree in Economics after completing
my graduate degree.I have always harbored an intention to understand the workings of the society in
which we live, in order to solve problems within my capacity. It is thus my ambition to pursue a
doctorate in Economics, for I have come to understand it as being the optimum path to gaining enough
knowledge to do so. What has motivated me to choose Behavioral Economics is that it studies various
economic theories without the presumption that all human beings are rational in their actions. I am
very interested in studying Economics and human behavior from this standpoint as it appears to best
explain any real-world scenario. I also feel that understanding a general pattern in human behavior in
different scenarios and societies may help us find out why people act in certain ways in specific
situations. This would enable me to better understand and possibly mitigate the opposition to
economically sound policies that can be seen in different parts of the world.
I was first exposed to Economics while pursuing my undergraduate studies in Commerce where I had
three papers of basic Economics which taught me concepts such as utility, demand and supply,
international trade etc. I was immediately fascinated by the simple yet elegant way in which they
explained everything from the daily goings on, to their macroeconomic implications on the economy.
It was clear to me then, on what I wanted to learn, study, and possibly pursue as a career for the rest of
my life. After completing my Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, I took a year’s break to study certain
concepts in Economics that would make me eligible to apply for a Master's program. During this time
I studied multivariate calculus, matrix algebra, consumer choice, aggregate demand and aggregate
supply, and a few other concepts which helped me to pursue the Masters of Arts in Economics
program offered by the Mumbai School of Economics and Public Policy (MSEPP). I also earned a
bachelor’s degree in Hindustani classical vocal from Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, one
of the premier institutions in the study of Indian classical art forms.
During my graduate course, I was taught many new concepts and a newer and more relevant
interpretation of concepts that I had already learned. While Microeconomics, Macroeconomics,
Econometrics, and Maths gave me an idea of how to technically analyze social problems,
Development Economics and Public Economics enlightened me on how these theories manifest
themselves in terms of public policy outcomes. A study of the mechanics through which people arrive
at their preferred consumption bundle, Walras’ Tatonnement process, the fundamental theorems of
social welfare, and game theory left me in awe as they eloquently analyzed and formalized the
workings of the human mind which takes the myriad economic and social constraints into account
before making a decision that maximizes utility. Through concepts such as IS-LM, Aggregate Demand
and Aggregate Supply, and the Inverse relationship between unemployment and inflation, I was able to
learn the workings of the Government, the Central Bank, and other organizations at the national level
which gave me a broader understanding of the economy as a whole.
By the end of the third semester of my graduate course, I started working on my dissertation in the
Aviation sector in India. The topic assigned to me was “Impact of Air Traffic Control on Revenue
Generation by Airline Carriers in India”. The paper was divided into two parts; Part one contained a
study of the variance in the operating revenues generated by five of the most operated airline carriers
in India namely, IndiGo, Jet Airways (India), Air India, Go Air and SpiceJet through their operations
in four of the ten busiest airports in the country namely, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata. My
objective here was to determine whether there is a significant difference in the operating revenues
generated by the five chosen airline carriers through their operations in the four chosen airports. The
null hypothesis being that there is. The second part of the paper dealt with estimating the losses in
operating revenues that the carriers would have to face in a hypothetical scenario of an Air Traffic
Control strike of one day, in any or all of the four selected airports.
I used the two-factor ANOVA (Without replication) to analyze the variance in the operating revenues
generated by the chosen airline carriers through their operations in the selected airports. I was
successful in rejecting the Null Hypothesis H0 in favor of the Alternate Hypothesis H1.
After estimating the extent of losses that the airline carriers would have to face, the paper concluded
with two key recommendations which could mitigate the possibility of an ATC strike namely,
‘Increase the number of Air Traffic Operators’ and ‘Privatize Air Traffic Control’.
I, therefore, believe that pursuing a doctorate degree would enable me to learn more, develop my
intellect, and also create a solid foundation for my future in academia. Towards this goal, I have
chosen to apply for the Ph.D. program in Economics at the University of Warwick, as this institution
has always had an outstanding academic reputation and the program I have opted for offers
comprehensive courses in the field of Economics conducted by experienced and reputed scholars. The
university’s integrated MResPh.D. program is specifically designed for students who wish to build a
career in academia and thus, would be a perfect fit for me. Moreover, being one of the very few
universities where research on Microeconomics is conducted, choosing to pursue my doctorate at your
university was a straight-forward decision. Coming to the curriculum, I am particularly interested in
focusing on courses such as Behavioral Economics, Econometrics, Political Economy, Public
Economics, and Microeconomics.
I am certain that pursuing this course at the University of Warwick would prepare me well for a
future where I could contribute positively to society. I firmly believe that I will be able to do well in
the progr
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