A postgraduate application should answer three connected questions: what foundation the applicant brings, what they intend to study and why the target programme is an appropriate fit.
Key observations
- Keep the academic record, research interests and programme choice aligned.
- Explain the question, materials, method and feasibility in the proposal instead of relying on jargon.
- Plan references, language evidence, official records and version control early.
How to use this material
This structure supports preparation for master’s, doctoral and research-based applications. Current institutional, programme and formal records should still be checked before use.
Selected from BJESCO Review, October 2023.