My application letter.
I hope you people will tell me if it is good or not.
Ahhh, how i want to get into HP ):
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Shawn Teo
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November 3, 2008

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Dear Mr. ---:

I am applying for the Humanities Programme and am writing to elaborate further my interest in the programme. I hope to seek your approval for my application.

I personally find that the three courses that the Humanities Programme specializes in have instilled in me a great passion. In March this year, I took part in a sabbatical trip to the United Kingdom to learn more about literature and history. This trip enlightened me and further deepened my interest in the following areas.

I like Literature as I enjoy being able to interpret hidden meanings behind a story or a poem. I also enjoy the play on words of the everyday English language, such as alliterations and puns.

History is interesting yet important as through past events, I am taught not to repeat past mistakes. History also allows me to understand people and society. Moreover, History helps to understand change, and to make it happen.

In modern society’s worries of global warming, natural disasters and population issues, Geography is essential. Geography partakes upon me environmental and social awareness. It also educates me on the causes of natural disasters and the many ways to curb them.

With this heightened interest, I began to fare better in Literature and Humanities tests. I also believe that being hardworking is needed to excel in the Humanities Programme. In the first two terms, my academic result has not been very ideal. However, I began pushing harder for the End of Year Examinations. With determination and passion equipped, I started scaling the mountain of excellence. In the end, I managed to attain a MSG of ---. However, I believe that I have not reached the peak of this mountain of success, and would like to be able to peak in the presence and with the assistance of the Humanities Programme. By joining the humanities program, I would hope to develop this passion and further my quest for knowledge.

If you have any questions, do feel free to reply to this email. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you!

Yours sincerely,
Shawn Teo