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Engineering personal statements

Chemical Engineering personal statement
I have always enjoyed studying Maths, Physics and Chemistry, and I would like the opportunity to continue this study. Chemical Engineering appeals to me because of the challenges involved in the application of scientific theory to practical, real world problems such as how to deal with nuclear waste..

Engineering Personal Statement
I have always had an interest in the way things work, and since I was young, science has been one of my favourite subjects. My interest in sciences, particularly physics, has developed throughout my time at school, and I enjoy the challenge of using scientific and mathematical ideas when solving everyday problems..

Chemical Engineering personal statement
I have great interest in questions such as "How do you convert raw materials into useful products through the application of chemistry on a large scale, or more accurately, how to create and operate facilities relating to the manufacture of commodities essential for modern everyday life, in a safe efficient and environmentally friendly manner?" Questions such as these were triggered at a younger age by issues such as the origins of plastics, and how they are extracted, and produced..

Engineering (civil) personal statement
Modern life is almost wholly dependent on engineering. It is everywhere and it is always changing, and it is this in particular which attracts me to civil engineering. I hope that in this field I can combine my knowledge and skills in physics and maths, two subjects which particularly interest me, and also work in an area which is both diverse and exciting..

Mechanical engineering personal statement
From a very young age, I had aspirations of becoming an engineer, because I wanted to build machines that did not require direct human energy inputs to operate. I achieved this for the first time a few weeks later, designing a vehicle that carried it's energy stored in rubber-bands; it wasn't a roaring success, but the fact that it wasn't perfect only increased my desire to learn more about engineering..

Engineering personal statement
Engineering offers us the chance to make the world a better, safer and more exciting place; this is what attracts me to the subject. I am fascinated by how machines work, and in order to find out more I investigated the basic engineering involved in cars, such as the engine, the powertrain and superchargers..

Engineering Personal Statement
Maths and physics have always fascinated me and from an early age I knew that it was in the science based subjects that my interests and greatest ability lay. Although I have enjoyed the challenge that my school-based work has given me, I have always sought to extend my knowledge in these subject areas by considering the application of the theory we learn within the curriculum to the real world..

Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement
My choice of career was initially difficult. My interests are widely varied, covering everything from biology to philosophy and from art to technology. I have come to see engineering as a discipline that can satisfy and further develop my interests..

Electrical and Electronic Engineering personal statement
Having thoroughly enjoyed A level Mathematics and Physics, I would like to further my studies with a degree course that combines these subjects. My Further Mathematics at A level course has helped me develop the confidence to tackle more chalalaging questions analytically..

Engineering Personal Statement
I am keen to study Engineering because I find it fascinating and from an early age I have enjoyed solving mathematical and physical problems: I feel higher education would enable me to develop these skills further..

Chemical Engineering Personal Statement
Since beginning secondary school, I've been very interested in Chemistry and Computing. Besides my normal schoolwork I've read around these two subjects. Because I am also very keen on Mathematics and Physics, I want to pursue a degree course that combines all or most of these..

Engineering Personal Statement
I am keen to study Engineering at University College Northampton because I feel that this HND course will enable me to develop my engineering skills. I hope that the course will provide a foundation for my advancement in the engineering sector I am currently seeking sponsorship from the Royal-Navy who encourage students with engineering qualifications to join their team..

Aeronautical Engineering Personal Statement
I have always loved aeroplanes; from the time I was given my first radio controlled model aircraft. I have planned an aircraft career from an early age. On a fundamental level I know how these wonderful machines fly but my ambition is to have a greater knowledge of the science behind the aircraft and as a result aeronautical engineering would be a very interesting subject for a career My father flies microlights so this gives me basic but valuable experience as to the conditions of all aspects of flying As well as flying model aircraft I also build them and from building these model aircraft it gives me an idea as to how aircraft may be structured, the fact that full size aircraft contain a wide range of complex materials and has a multitude of sensors making continuous measurements..

Aeronautical Engineering Personal Statement
Aerospace engineering has fascinated me from an early age and that's why it has always been my dream profession. One advantage I have is the ability to solve mathematical and physical problems. I feel that higher education will sharpen and develop my above skills further This subject will not only allow me to investigate new technologies but it will also give me the opportunity to develop and focus on one of my genuine interests My interest was heightened when I went to an army air base with my uncle (base commander) and was shown and explained everything about the C-130, an old plane though but it was the perfect source of inspiration..

Engineering Personal Statement
I am keen to study Engineering because I find it fascinating and from an early age I have enjoyed solving mathematical and physical problems: I feel higher education would enable me to develop these skills further..

Engineering Personal Statement
Engineering HND Application I am keen to study Engineering at University College Northampton because I feel that this HND course will enable me to develop my engineering skills. I hope that the course will provide a foundation for my advancement in the engineering sector I am currently seeking sponsorship from the Royal-Navy who encourage students with engineering qualifications to join their team..

Aerospace Engineering Personal Statement
As a year 13 student at Greenwood Dale School, Nottingham, I am in the final year of my A-Level studies. My current subjects are: Maths, Physics and ICT and so far I have been quite successful with my schoolwork and in my exams..

Aerospace Engineering Personal Statement
Aerospace engineering has fascinated me from an early age and that's why it has always been my dream profession. One advantage I have is the ability to solve mathematical and physical problems. I feel that higher education will sharpen and develop my above skills further This subject will not only allow me to investigate new technologies but it will also give me the opportunity to develop and focus on one of my genuine interests My interest was heightened when I went to an army base with my uncle (base commander) and was shown and explained everything about the C-130, an old plane though but it was source of inspiration..

Industrial Engineering Personal Statement
I have been interested in engineering from an early age, since I helped my Grandad install domestic mains drainage at the age of three! Since then, I have developed my interest and understanding of the field, and would like to read Engineering at university..

Engineering Personal Statement
Having enjoyed science over the years, I decided that Engineering was the course I wanted to pursue. The fact that the course will allow me to exercise my mind in a very demanding context appeals to me greatly..

Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement
Mathematics and Physics have always been my favourite subjects throughout my schooling career, mostly due to the implications on the real world. By taking Mechanical Engineering at university, I have the opportunity to continue with these two passions of mine..

Structural Engineering Personal Statement
A simple bridge truss was the first structure I ever analyzed. The simple combination of beams that could hold cars, trains, and trucks over long spans of water fascinated me. Having the tools to analyze the loads on the truss further increased my interest in structures..

Aeronautical Engineering Personal Statement
The rapid developments and achievements in aircraft and aerospace technologies have interested me and motivated me to pursue a career in the field of Aeronautical Engineering I am passionate about this field as I read literature on a variety of aircraft, their design and roles..

Engineerng personal statement
I have always had an interest in the way things work, and since I was young, science has been one of my favourite subjects. My interest in sciences, particularly physics, has developed throughout my time at school, and I enjoy the challenge of using scientific and mathematical ideas when solving everyday problems..

Engineerng personal statement
I have always been interested in the way things work. I am always determined to succeed and I feel that this degree will make the most of my skills. I believe that being part of an engineering team will be very rewarding..

Engineerng personal statement
I am very keen to study Engineering for my degree because I have been fascinated by mathematical and physical problems since I was very young, being brought up in a very scientific family as the son of a professor of Sunderland University my interest in science has been cultivated willingly..

Engineerng personal statement
In the 21st century engineering plays a more vital role in our lives than ever before. As I look around myself I observe numerous devices that were designed and constructed by engineers. This fills me with a desire to be a part of this great prolific system of creativity and ingenuity..

Aerospace Engineering personal statement
Since I was young I have always had a keen interest in the way that the things around me work. From marvelling at the telephone to how planes can fly, engineering advances have never failed to captivate me..

Engineering Personal Statement
Like all young children, I often asked the question “What's that?” However where I apparently differed from others, was in my inquisitiveness to probe further. “How does it work?” being a common phrase of mine and thus, although I didn’t realise it, my fascination with Engineering was born..

EEE personal statement
My View of Science: It is exciting to discover the fundamental properties of the world that we are living in, and to reveal the internal structure of the appliances that we are using everyday. Being interested in the fundamental nature of matter, I enjoy viewing things from its smallest units, and hence to develop a complete picture of those things..

Construction Managment personal statement
At the end of year 11 I had seen my future career path heading towards Business management, as I have the skills needed to motivate teams, solve problems and communicate with others to get jobs set to me complete..

Engineering Personal Statement
I am predicted to get 3 A grades in Physics, Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Since I first grasped the principles of maths, I have been fascinated by the subject. This interest has led to me being placed in the advanced maths and science groups at school..

Electronic Engineering Personal Statement
The subjects of maths and physics have always fascinated me and I knew very early on that I wanted to pursue a career that involves science. As I progressed through school I found that I was much more interested in the application of the theory rather than the theory itself, and this is why I would like to study electronic engineering..

Civil Engineering personal statement
The world is forever growing and evolving, as is the demand for new buildings and good infrastructure. The pressures of population growth and global warming are ever increasing, and civil engineers can help play a major role in designing more efficient structures, as well as planning projects in developing countries..

Chemical Engineering personal statement
Society needs engineers that can and will change the world. Meeting today’s growing global demands, coupled with safeguarding our environment is what really intrigues me..

Electronic and Electronic Engineering personal statement
Knowledge, creativity, skills and experience: these are essential qualities needed to excel in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, hence my desire to develop them to the highest possible level..

Aeronautical engineering personal statement
Engineers through time have consistently triumphed over near-impossible odds to achieve some of the most incredible structural and mechanical feats; their pioneering ingenuity has played a central role in the ever-changing face of technological advancement..

Biomedical Engineering Personal Statement
I think that applying engineering techniques to the human body is a fascinating, absorbing and rewarding endeavour with many potential benefits for health care. Arguably, all engineering disciplines seek to further our quality of life, however, what interests me in bioengineering is that it can directly affect and improve our health and well being..

Engineering personal statement
Almost any technology we take for granted today involves engineering: from mobile phones to space shuttles, engineering certainly has an impact on our daily lives. Increasingly over the last few years, I have become drawn to engineering and the wide range of possibilities that studying in this field can offer..

Civil Engineering Personal Statement
Civil Engineering is vital to the modern world - as it has been since the beginning of human history. The scientific, mathematical and team-working challenges present in modern engineering have always fascinated me and from the beginning of my secondary education, I have realized that I will always crave and enjoy such challenges..

Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement
My determination to study engineering comes from my desire to seek a challenge. In life, there seems to be no bigger challenge than to learn and find out how things work. In our modern world, engineering plays a big role in the foundations of technology and knowledge and this is what I am interested in..

Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement
I personally feel that there is substantial cachet to be gained by pursuing the field of Mechanical Engineering. The diversity present in this field has attracted me and it is consistent with my enthusiasm for Mathematics and Science..

Civil Engineering personal statement
Personal Statement My father's career has really inspired my so that I got a great interest in constructing buildings, houses in general. When I was a kid of 5 years old, I was usually taken to a trip of holiday mixed with my father's business which was supervising at construction sites far away from home..

Aeronautical personal statement
I first realised that I wanted to study aeronautical/aerospace engineering when I was on a cadet trip, flying in a helicopter; I remember finding myself intrigued at how the helicopter was flying. Ever since then I knew I wanted to become an aeronautical engineer..

Engineering personal statement
To me, engineering is fascinating. From what I learnt, the word “engineer” literally means “to make things happen”, the simple things in our daily lives to the complicated systems in factories..

Civil Engineering personal statement
In a world that is continually growing and evolving and problems such as global warming and population growth becoming ever more real, the need for innovation and fresh ideas from the engineering world becomes increasingly evident..

Civil Engineering personal statement
The height of buildings, sturctues and natual occuring phenomenon has always put me in a state of awe. The first memory of such a moment occured when I first viewed the Kaieteur Falls in my country of birth, Guyana which has the title of "largest single drop waterfall"..

Engineering Personal Statement
I have always been reassured by the logic and certainty associated with maths and the investigative approach of the sciences and appreciate the advantage of combining these to practical effect. For instance, work on Mechanics modules has introduced problems that require a creative mind, whilst considering real and useful applications..

Aerospace engineering personal statement
Aerospace engineering is set to be possibly the most important sector of the engineering industry in the future. Suddenly flying cars are no longer a mere dream but instead a real possibility! This is why I want to study aerospace engineering; I want to be a part of this constantly evolving field and I also hope to be involved with the design of the next generation of fast jets, unmanned air vehicles and much more..

Avionic Systems Engineering personal statement
Gaining my helicopter pilots licence before I the age of 17 has been one of the greatest highlights and achievements of my life. If learning to fly has taught me one thing, it is never to put off a challenge..

Civil engineering personal statement
I have always enjoyed and achieved highly in science and maths. I also appreciate problem solving and the feeling of achievement associated with the practical use of design and technology, which I studied to GCSE level..

Architechture/Civil engineering personal statement
From the start of my second year at high school a subject which was introduced to me was graphic communication. This immediately caught my attention as the technical drawing aspect of the course was thoroughly enjoyable To further investigate more about this subject I chose to do graphic communication at a higher level which broadened my experience in technical drawing and introduced me to computer aided drawing which inspired me to research different courses related to this subject and doing so clearly confirmed my desire to study this course..

Mechanical Engineering / Mathematics personal statement
Throughout my 5th and 6th years at Nairn academy my interest in maths and physics has developed greatly. I thoroughly enjoyed these 2 higher subjects and I am now studying both at advanced higher. In particular, the Mechanics topic of the physics has grabbed my attention and I scored top of my class in our last test with 95%..

Electronics Engineering personal statement
My mother always said, "You always enjoyed the company of tools from your father's tool kit, may be passion for trying against odd runs in your blood." My father is an Electrical engineer by qualification with laurels and industrial consultant by profession, only after hard earned experience in all walks of industrial environment..

Chemical Engineering personal statement
I enjoy science because it personally interests me and can be applied and made useful in everyday life. At university I hope to study chemical engineering because I am good at chemistry and maths and would like to apply them to a practical course that is challenging yet rewarding..

Chemical Engineering Personal Statement
I enjoy science because it personally interests me and can be applied and made useful in everyday life. At university I hope to study chemical engineering because I am good at chemistry and maths and would like to apply them to a practical course that is challenging yet rewarding..

Engineering Personal Statement
Personal statement My determination is to study engineering relating to my desire and previous studies to seek the challenge of today's competitive world. There seems to be a huge target to lead the world in technology because now a day there are a lot of professionals in the world and defeat them is second challenge..

Automotive engineering personal statement
It all began when I was very young and I used to see my father fixing pipes, changing the car's motor oil, repairing electric devices… that I said I want to be like him. My father had studied Industrial Engineering, so I grew up thinking that I had to follow in my father's footsteps..

Civil Engineering Personal Statement
Civil engineering is a discipline which is essential in the modern world: roads, bridges, airports, railways, sewage works and power stations all provide the fabric of today's society, and without them the world would be a very different place..

Automotive Engineering
Personal Statement I have been interested in engineering from a very young age, whether building robots and structures from ‘Lego’ and ‘Meccano’ or repairing friend's radio control cars, it has always been part of my life..

Electrical & Electronics Engineering Personal St
Flirting with electrons has worked wonders. Electronics engineers have manipulated these positron antiparticles to revolutionise fields as diverse as acoustics, medicine and robotics. Impressed by these phenomenal advancements, I am ambitious to join the wonderful people who relentlessly strive to change our lives for the better..

Aerospace personal statement
The time I first saw an aircraft fly over our house, I was three. Out of curiosity I asked my father about it. To avoid complexity he simply explained that it was like a gigantic flying bus. I was awed..

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
I have always had an interest and enthusiasm in engineering, particularly aerospace engineering since I was about 7 years old - fixing bicycles, computers, circuit boards, speakers and also by working as a team to take out all the parts of car engines and fitting them back in the right places..

AeroMechanical Engineering Statement
For as long as I can remember, aircraft have always been a primary interest of mine. Being a typical young boy my early interests and aspirations were to become a fighter pilot or an astronaut. However, as I grew older and my eyes were opened to the wonders of physics, my interests were turned to the engineering behind the machines themselves, from the 11 ton Eurofighter Typhoon to the 2000 ton Space shuttle..

Mechanical Engineering
My interest in technology began at a young age when I became curious about how the television worked. I didn't believe there were tiny people inside, as explained by my father, and with other appliances like the radio, I found myself eager to understand how they functioned..

Electronic/Electrical Engineering (EEE) Statement
From a very young age, physics has always been a subject close to my heart. Back when I was in primary school it was space that captured my imagination, but as I’ve grown up the world of electronics has become the forerunner for my attention..

Civil Engineering Personal Statement
Engineering, the result of the equation : Scientific knowledge + Mathematics, with the purpose of creating processes from which all Earth's inventions develop. It is a concept which dates back from the early beginning..

Civil Engineering
My romance with structures started a few years back when I first visited one of my father's construction sites with him. The essence of building something to me is not only about the construction, it’s about the power..

Civil Engineering
My romance with structures started a few years back when I first visited one of my father's construction sites with him. The essence of building something to me is not only about the construction, it’s about the power..

Mechanical Engineering
I had discovered it in the early years of life, the solution to quench my thirst for knowledge, is to pursue Mechanical Engineering as my career. Opting for such a degree will not only ease my frustration, but will facilitate me in accomplishing my passion, and following my dreams..

Chemical Engineering personal statement
From the very first day of college I’ve been gradually developing a great interest in all aspects of Chemistry and Maths. Having recently read, “Beyond the Molecular Frontier: Challenges for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering” I have discovered what an imperative role chemists and chemical engineers play in industry and how, by working together, they contribute to an improved future..

Civil Engineering Personal Statement
For years I have had a great appreciation for architecture. Not merely the aesthetic value, but how it has been constructed and how all the different elements interact and rely on one another to function..

Mature Student career change to Engineering
Having had a successful 11 year career in the travel industry, it may seem a little peculiar that I am now applying to study engineering. When I was younger, I had planned to become an engineer and at 16 I took an apprenticeship with the Royal Navy..

Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement
I grew up as a boy who loves robots and motorbikes very much. Thus, I love things that move especially those that are related to engines. I started to be really passionate about mechanical engineering when I learned about the control system when I was in high school..

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Just a note! by guest at 18:33:24 21/08/2005

http://website.lineone.net/~matthew.carroll/ucas.html seems to be a chemistry personal statement, but it is listed as an engineering one. Just thought you ought to know. Brilliant site though!

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subject by guest at 17/11/2006 11:37:21

unless it's for a sound engineering statement ;]

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I want to post mine... =s BUT... by guest at 01/12/2006 15:28:00

I cant because I cant create an account =(

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Posting your personal statement by loftx at 01/12/2006 19:15:28

To the above poster - sorry you can't create an account yet - we switched our database and lots of the code needs rewriting before people can use the register.

you could always email me at support@studential.com and I'll put your statement up manually.

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Civil? by guest at 09/10/2007 19:07:46

Why no civil engineering personal statements?

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Comment by guest at 07/03/2008 07:44:34

for hunting a job or applying a school ?

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Comment by guest at 23/07/2008 19:36:16

does any one knw how i can find a paper technology personal statement?

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Comment by guest at 17/10/2008 20:52:19

haven't got any good aerospace engineering personal statement?

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Comment by guest at 25/11/2008 20:05:00

need Architectural engineering personal statement please

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Civil and Coastal by guest at 28/08/2009 19:15:25

Is there one that applys to Civil and Coastal Engineering

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good job by guest at 05/09/2009 18:36:19

well done u did a good job

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Comment by guest at 12/11/2009 19:44:16

any1 no were i can find motorsport personal statements

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Plumbing Statements by guest at 08/12/2009 08:52:52

Were can i find plumbing personnal statements?