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Petition Type: New
ID: 12289
Submitted: September 18, 2024 at 2:08:10 PM
First Name: Bella
Last Name: Sun
Pronoun: She/Her
Preferred Name: Bella
Student Number: 20321102
Email: 21ijs3@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BSH
Plan: LISC
Level of Study: 3
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Request to take more than 6.0 units of courses on a letter of permission through another institution
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: Bella Sun
3rd Year Life Sciences Student
21ijs3@queensu.ca
September 9th, 2024
Dear Admissions Committee,
I am writing to express my enthusiasm for studying abroad at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona during the Winter 2025 semester. As a third-year Life Sciences student, I am eager to immerse my academic pursuits with new experiences and various cultures. Studying and living in Barcelona represents a unique opportunity to broaden my academic and personal horizons, and I am confident that this experience will offer me invaluable insights into my field and its global context.
My parents were born and raised in China, but as teenagers, they left home in search of better educational opportunities. After meeting each other in Canada, they embarked on a journey of global exploration, making new friends and creating lasting memories along the way. Their journeys ignited my passion for discovering new perspectives, and I believe that immersing myself in Barcelona's rich cultural and historical environment will provide me with a profound understanding of different approaches to life and education. My goal to combine traditional studies with real-world experiences aligns perfectly with the opportunities that studying abroad presents.
After extensive research, I am convinced that the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona offers the ideal environment for achieving my academic goals. The university's central location in Barcelona, combined with its diverse range of unique courses, aligns perfectly with my interests. I am particularly excited about courses such as Urban Intervention, Graffiti and Public Sculpture, Intercultural Communications, Spanish Contemporary Art, Entrepreneurship and New Venture Communication, and Mediterranean Politics. These subjects not only seem intriguing but also represent fields I cannot currently explore at Queen’s University.
Additionally, pursuing my own dental practice has long been a goal of mine, and I see Barcelona, with its reputation as a vibrant business and learning hub, as the ideal place to gain the knowledge I need. I aim to apply the concepts from the ‘Entrepreneurship and New Venture Communication’ course to eventually establish and grow my own dental practice. The rich architectural and artistic heritage of Barcelona adds an additional layer of excitement to courses like Urban Intervention and Graffiti and Public Sculpture, which include field trips that offer experiential learning opportunities available elsewhere.
My long-term academic goal is to attend dental school. I believe that the unique courses and experiences offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona will greatly enhance my dental school application and set me apart from other candidates. For instance, Canadian dental schools often require elective courses outside of the science faculty, and the electives I plan to take at this institution will not only fulfill this requirement but show the institution I have well-rounded interests.
I am fully aware of the logistics involved in studying abroad, including course selection, enrollment, accommodations, visas, and finances. My previous experience traveling and volunteering in Lima, Peru, where I adapted to new cultural situations, navigated language barriers, and managed various logistical challenges, has prepared me well for this endeavor. I am confident in my ability to organize my schedule, prioritize coursework, and make the most of both educational and cultural opportunities.
In conclusion, I believe that my academic goals and personal aspirations align well with what Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona has to offer. I am enthusiastic about the prospect of taking five elective courses there in Winter 2025 and am eager to contribute to and benefit from this enriching experience.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to your response.
Sincerely,
Bella Sun
3rd Year Life Sciences Student
21ijs3@queensu.ca
September 9th, 2024
Dear Admissions Committee,
I am writing to express my enthusiasm for studying abroad at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona during the Winter 2025 semester. As a third-year Life Sciences student, I am eager to immerse my academic pursuits with new experiences and various cultures. Studying and living in Barcelona represents a unique opportunity to broaden my academic and personal horizons, and I am confident that this experience will offer me invaluable insights into my field and its global context.
My parents were born and raised in China, but as teenagers, they left home in search of better educational opportunities. After meeting each other in Canada, they embarked on a journey of global exploration, making new friends and creating lasting memories along the way. Their journeys ignited my passion for discovering new perspectives, and I believe that immersing myself in Barcelona's rich cultural and historical environment will provide me with a profound understanding of different approaches to life and education. My goal to combine traditional studies with real-world experiences aligns perfectly with the opportunities that studying abroad presents.
After extensive research, I am convinced that the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona offers the ideal environment for achieving my academic goals. The university's central location in Barcelona, combined with its diverse range of unique courses, aligns perfectly with my interests. I am particularly excited about courses such as Urban Intervention, Graffiti and Public Sculpture, Intercultural Communications, Spanish Contemporary Art, Entrepreneurship and New Venture Communication, and Mediterranean Politics. These subjects not only seem intriguing but also represent fields I cannot currently explore at Queen’s University.
Additionally, pursuing my own dental practice has long been a goal of mine, and I see Barcelona, with its reputation as a vibrant business and learning hub, as the ideal place to gain the knowledge I need. I aim to apply the concepts from the ‘Entrepreneurship and New Venture Communication’ course to eventually establish and grow my own dental practice. The rich architectural and artistic heritage of Barcelona adds an additional layer of excitement to courses like Urban Intervention and Graffiti and Public Sculpture, which include field trips that offer experiential learning opportunities available elsewhere.
My long-term academic goal is to attend dental school. I believe that the unique courses and experiences offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona will greatly enhance my dental school application and set me apart from other candidates. For instance, Canadian dental schools often require elective courses outside of the science faculty, and the electives I plan to take at this institution will not only fulfill this requirement but show the institution I have well-rounded interests.
I am fully aware of the logistics involved in studying abroad, including course selection, enrollment, accommodations, visas, and finances. My previous experience traveling and volunteering in Lima, Peru, where I adapted to new cultural situations, navigated language barriers, and managed various logistical challenges, has prepared me well for this endeavor. I am confident in my ability to organize my schedule, prioritize coursework, and make the most of both educational and cultural opportunities.
In conclusion, I believe that my academic goals and personal aspirations align well with what Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona has to offer. I am enthusiastic about the prospect of taking five elective courses there in Winter 2025 and am eager to contribute to and benefit from this enriching experience.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to your response.
Sincerely,
Bella Sun
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: Academic Plan:
I had always planned to go study abroad since I came to Queen’s and have ensured that all my degree requirements will be satisfied while making sure I have fulfilled my prerequisites when applying to future dental schools. As a Life Sciences Major, I must complete 120 units total. I have already completed all of my core and supporting courses (BIOL 102, BIOL 103, CHEM 112, CISC 151, BCHM 102, BCHM 218, MICR 221, CHEM 281, CHEM 282, PHGY 215 and 216, PHYS 115/116, and MATH 121A/B).
In total, I must take 30 units of LISC List A courses. I am required to take 6 units from LISC List A which I satisfied by taking PSYC 100. I must take 6 units at the LISC list A at the 200 level or above. Last semester I took STAM 200 and in fourth year I plan on taking PHGY 290 to satisfy those requirements. I must take 15 units of LISC LIST A at the 300 level or above and 3 units of LISC LIST A at the 400 level or above. I have started this by taking PHAR 380, REPD 372 and EPID 301. This means I am required to take 9 units at the 300/400 level. To fulfill these requirements I plan to take three of the following courses in fourth year; BCHM 370, NSCI 325, NSCI 323, PHGY 290, BIOL 334, BCHM 441. I have chosen 6 courses I am interested in, in case I am unable to get into my top choices.
Besides my core, supporting, and option courses, I am required to take 45 units of elective courses. I have started this by taking IDIS 199, HLTH 200, ANAT 100, ASCX 150, and ENGL 101, PHYS 116. Some fourth year elective courses that interest me include; IDIS 280, MUSC 114, ENIN 301 and HLTH 101. I hope to take 15 units (5 courses) while studying abroad in Barcelona which will count toward my elective courses. The courses I am hoping to take as my elective courses in Barcelona include; Urban Intervention, Graffiti and Public Sculpture, Intercultural Communications, Spanish Contemporary Art, Entrepreneurship and New Venture Communication, and Mediterranean Politics. These courses fall under several different disciplines, allowing me to expand my horizons. As mentioned in my appeal letter, I hope to pursue a career in dentistry. Many dental schools require 2 electives that can include art, business, and humanities studies. The elective courses Spanish Contemporary Art, Urban Intervention, Graffiti, and Public Sculpture, and Mediterranean politics would satisfy these requirements.
Overall, I have worked hard to organize my academic plan to not only satisfy my requirements for both my degree and future dental school, but take courses that will interest and challenge myself, making me a more well rounded student.
I had always planned to go study abroad since I came to Queen’s and have ensured that all my degree requirements will be satisfied while making sure I have fulfilled my prerequisites when applying to future dental schools. As a Life Sciences Major, I must complete 120 units total. I have already completed all of my core and supporting courses (BIOL 102, BIOL 103, CHEM 112, CISC 151, BCHM 102, BCHM 218, MICR 221, CHEM 281, CHEM 282, PHGY 215 and 216, PHYS 115/116, and MATH 121A/B).
In total, I must take 30 units of LISC List A courses. I am required to take 6 units from LISC List A which I satisfied by taking PSYC 100. I must take 6 units at the LISC list A at the 200 level or above. Last semester I took STAM 200 and in fourth year I plan on taking PHGY 290 to satisfy those requirements. I must take 15 units of LISC LIST A at the 300 level or above and 3 units of LISC LIST A at the 400 level or above. I have started this by taking PHAR 380, REPD 372 and EPID 301. This means I am required to take 9 units at the 300/400 level. To fulfill these requirements I plan to take three of the following courses in fourth year; BCHM 370, NSCI 325, NSCI 323, PHGY 290, BIOL 334, BCHM 441. I have chosen 6 courses I am interested in, in case I am unable to get into my top choices.
Besides my core, supporting, and option courses, I am required to take 45 units of elective courses. I have started this by taking IDIS 199, HLTH 200, ANAT 100, ASCX 150, and ENGL 101, PHYS 116. Some fourth year elective courses that interest me include; IDIS 280, MUSC 114, ENIN 301 and HLTH 101. I hope to take 15 units (5 courses) while studying abroad in Barcelona which will count toward my elective courses. The courses I am hoping to take as my elective courses in Barcelona include; Urban Intervention, Graffiti and Public Sculpture, Intercultural Communications, Spanish Contemporary Art, Entrepreneurship and New Venture Communication, and Mediterranean Politics. These courses fall under several different disciplines, allowing me to expand my horizons. As mentioned in my appeal letter, I hope to pursue a career in dentistry. Many dental schools require 2 electives that can include art, business, and humanities studies. The elective courses Spanish Contemporary Art, Urban Intervention, Graffiti, and Public Sculpture, and Mediterranean politics would satisfy these requirements.
Overall, I have worked hard to organize my academic plan to not only satisfy my requirements for both my degree and future dental school, but take courses that will interest and challenge myself, making me a more well rounded student.
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