Descriptive Reflection: Strengths and Challenges in Communicating

Dear Mr Blackstone

This is an introduction letter for you to get to know me better, since class time is insufficient for a comprehensive presentation about myself.  I am currently studying civil engineering in Singapore Institute of Technology as a Year 1 student.

Unlike many others in the University, I graduated from a junior college (National Junior College, to be precise) instead. I received my A-level certification in the science stream in 2015. This aided me greatly in the various natural science modules that I had to take in Trimester 1 since junior colleges are infamous for their rigorous curriculum.  

My hobbies are also unorthodox for my supposedly young age; I really enjoy gardening and cooking. These hobbies inadvertently cultivated my analytical skills and aesthetic sensibilities, as not killing a plant and whipping up a delicious meal require a certain level of finesse and precision. I chose to study civil engineering as it is a platform where my creativity and critical problem-solving skills can be put to good use, to the benefit of the public (it is, after all, civil engineering). Lego-building occupied much of my holidays when I was younger, so naturally civil engineering would be an apt choice for a degree.

What I wish to gain from this module is the ability to be confident presenting information in front of a large group of people. I often fear that what I say may not be accurate or interesting, and that others would criticise my enunciation or other idiosyncrasies. Also, this would be an appropriate time to refine my grammar and trim the frayed ends of grammatical faux pas. This is not to discount my capacity to present thoughts and ideas in a succinct and yet comprehensive manner, which I owe to the onerous drills I received while studying for General Paper during the A-levels.

Let’s strive for effective communication!

Yours sincerely

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