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I would like to present myself as a prospective candidate for Masters Program in Mechanical get uping at Masdar Institute of science and technology. I graduated from NED University of Engineering and Technology as a Mechanical Engineer in December 2011. Thereason I opted mechanised engineering was my inclination towards the subjects relating mechanics of solids. Myinterest in this field grew to such an extent that I became ardent of taking the knowledge gained in theclassrooms to the next level and was successful in securing the final year project of Designing of Pipeline forRefinery Effluent, a satisfying time industrial assignment of Pakistan Refinery Limited which is considered as one of theleading oil and gas companies in Pakistan. To secure such an industrial project, which not solitary(prenominal) needed research potential but also the aspect ofunderstanding the dynamics involved in the industry, I prepared myself during my bachelors by participating innumerous projects and received multiple national awards for my work, as a leader and a member of team for thedesign and fabrication of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in DBFC (Design Build and Fly) organized by the AmericanInstitute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). I was also selected for the renowned international competitionShell Eco endurance contest Asia, to design an energy efficient car. These projects not only gave me hands-on experience indealing with composites and testing my knowledge, they also gave me the chance to explore the field of tranquilmechanics and aerodynamics. Along with these notable competitions, I regularly took part in local engineering competitions and seminars toactively apply the knowledge I gained during my bachelors. Having done these mechanical ... ...ill help me inunderstanding the analytical techniques and instruments, while my software skills will assist me in handling theproblems related to modeling and simulation. It will also modify me to execute the c hallenging tasks to the fullestof my abilities. I believe Masdar Institute is the perfect institute which provides the right blend of research and academics neededin the professional world and I am hopeful that this combination would prove to be an asset for me in the future tocome. I envision a career in this field as a culmination of my interests and I would appreciate the opportunity to pursuethis at Masdar. Admission in the masters program at this esteemed institute would be a milestone in myacademic, professional and personal life and ambitions. If accepted, I will be dedicated to perform at a level thatwill betray both the university and I proud.