I have chosen to study Computer Science because I am fascinated by how computers work, and I spend most of my spare time designing programs and web pages because I enjoy problem solving and logical thinking. My ambition is to work in programming for a large corporate company, working as part of a team to maximise their IT potential.
I enjoy designing web pages and a prototype website for a software development company called Geologix. This involved writing the text for the site and adding icons so that visitors could download software. I created a members' area using passwords and used various programmes to set up graphics flashpoints. I also liaised with the senior partners to make sure that the site fulfilled the requirements of the company.
In the summer of 2002, I worked for McDonalds. This gave me experience in dealing with money, ensuring hygiene standards, and dealing with difficult customers. This also developed my communication skills, sense of responsibility and my determination to carry on with higher education! During my time at McDonalds, I managed the branch's accounts database which also involved correcting faults in the system to ensure reliability/
My main extra-curricular interest is sport. I have been Capitan of ____ College hockey teams and Capitan of ____ school hockey team. Being a captain has taught me leadership skills and how to work positively with others to motivate and encourage. I have also played table tennis for Norfolk and Norwich, and I won first prize for my research and presentation on the history of table tennis, which awarded me the Howell Prize.
Apart from sport, I was voted onto the Principal's Council, which meant liaising between the head teacher and the student body, in which my role also meant organising charity events to help raise money for the school. I have completed some volunteer work helping at the Norfolk Show, overseeing the horse enclosure, and ensuring its safety. This further developed my sense of teamwork and responsibility.
I am determined to study Computer Science at degree level to fulfil my ambition to work in the IT job sector and I know that the course will enable me to thoroughly enjoy my time at university. My work experience has shown me that Computer Science is the ideal course for me, and I would also look forward to contributing to the sporting activities of the university, particularly in hockey. I am passionate about everything to do with computers and would feel completely dedicated to furthering my studies at a higher level.
BSC Computer Science Personal Statement, A Passion for Technology
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