If I am selected for the master's degree program in Nutrition and Dietetics, I will be able to further develop my practicum through intensive training as well as increase my breadth and depth of knowledge in nutritional science. Throughout my undergraduate study of Food Science and Nutrition, I have developed several areas in particular of which I am most passionate, especially cancer prevention through proper diet and exercise, the worldwide epidemic of chronic heart disease, the causal relationships between cardiovascular disease and conditions such as obesity, diabetes mellitus type 2 prevention, as well as the worldwide trend that indicates that the incidence of heart disease is increasing for younger demographics in developed nations.
When it comes to preventing obesity, it’s important to focus on eating clean, fresh, and nutritious foods. It’s not as simple as just cutting out junk food. Instead, it’s about incorporating whole foods into your diet and developing healthy eating habits that can be maintained long-term. The MS in Nutrition program provides the tools and expertise to help us decipher the complex and often confusing world of nutrition information. Through coursework and hands-on experience in clinical settings, we will learn to craft well-balanced diets and educate others on making healthy food choices.
It is my dream to become a fully accredited Dietitian, fulfilling the requirements mandated by the Dietetics Association of Australia. My introduction to research in the form of participating in undergraduate research experiences has prepared me for the challenges of graduate-level research and beyond. It is my intention, through research and practice, to aid in the general public’s overall food choice, encouraging the consumption of nutritionally sound foods. As a Dietitian, I will be able to work in a hospital or clinical setting, helping people live longer, healthier lives.
Any doctor would be remiss in their duties if they were to not give back to the community they serve and beyond. As an international student, born and raised in Hong Kong, China, and conversant in three languages has enabled me to travel with ease throughout many countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Macao, Taiwan, and Australia. I have achieved a high degree of cultural competency through my experiences alone.
My travels coupled with my education have allowed me to observe different eating patterns, food choice behavior, health status, and lifestyle choices in diverse nations and cultures. I bring an innovative record of accomplishment of excellence to the graduate program, two BS Degrees with honors, and have been an active member of both the Golden Key Society as well as the Nutrition Society of Australia.
I am a committed and driven individual with a passion for health and nutrition. Balancing work, school, and martial arts tournaments has taught me the importance of time management and discipline, both of which have proven to be essential skills in the pursuit of higher education. My professional experiences in both China and Australia have allowed me to develop and refine important communication and organizational skills and taught me how to approach problems critically and analytically, skills which I know will be critical to my future as a nutrition professional.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to a personal interview.
MS Nutrition, Dietetics Personal Statement Samples