I knew from an early age that I wanted to study English: from winning the Writer's Cup at the age of ten to achieving consistently high grades throughout my education. I am fascinated by the fact that the English Language and the work produced from it has no boundaries. Creative writing is limited only by imagination, the English language is ever changing, and something that brings everyone together.
Pursuing my studies of English into A Level has made it impossible for me to read a piece of text without analysing it and focusing on specific features and themes. The central topic that I am particularly interested in is creative writing; an aspect of English Language that I was able to develop in my coursework.
I gained professional experience at Waterstones Booksellers. My communication skills improved, and I was complimented upon my good manners and helpfulness. I was given the responsibility of writing reviews to be displayed around the store.
Independently, I enjoy learning from books such as David Crystal's How Language Works. This covered all aspects of English Language, including Linguistics. It has helped to broaden my knowledge of the subject. Reading, however, is not just limited to college study, but is something which I also enjoy doing in my spare time: from classics such as Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice to modern novels. One particular favourite is This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen, which explores relationships and the conveying of feeling through song. The theme of language surpassing the lives of humans is emotionally expressed.
I attended a lecture on the poet Phillip Larkin presented by the much-admired author Martin Amis and presented a biological article concerning Larkin's life and works. I read Tom Stoppard's Rock 'n' Roll to add background knowledge to my study of his play Arcadia. I found both extremely entertaining and was absorbed by the enviable wit and intellect. I was chosen to represent my class at college in an English Language focus group. This gives me a sense of responsibility, reliability, and reinforces my aptitude for being able to work independently.
I chose to do five AS levels and continue with four A Levels as I am hard-working enough to cope with this level of work. Studying English Language will help me directly with my future studies, and I feel that my love for the subject has grown enormously in the past year. Creative writing appeals to me as I feel that anything can be explored: when writing, you can become someone else completely; you can live another life through your stories. English Literature has enabled me to explore texts through history; Jane Eyre, for example, has helped me to understand how English has changed over time.
Theology and Philosophy have improved my analytical skills, which will help me during my years at university and beyond. Business Studies enables me to capture a glimpse of the real world and put much of what I am learning to beneficial use in my professional initiatives, at Waterstones Booksellers Ltd for example. In my spare time, I enjoy sewing and clothes-making. I love the feeling of having finished a garment, especially if making it has been a challenge or has had setbacks. This activity has improved the creativity of my work and my determination to succeed.
Higher education is the perfect opportunity for me to continue my studies at a more in-depth and intellectual level. I believe that through the course of my school and college life I have acquired many positive skills, which will be beneficial to me in later life.
Studying the English Language at University level will enhance my skills further and
prepare me well for the future.
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