What is the secret to writing a strong motivation letter?

The motivation letter is a seemingly simple, but in fact a rather challenging genre. On the one hand, there are certain requirements to the format and content that have to be met. On the other hand, a strong letter has to be original and memorable. How can you make a strong impression and stand out from the competition while staying within the conventional framework? These questions were the focus of the online workshop "The art of adequacy: How to write a strong motivation letter" held on May 28th.

At the workshop, Natalia Fedorova and the participants analyzed the ideal structure of a motivation letter, the fundamental requirements to the content and language, and the balance between personal and formal content. They discussed how to craft a letter that showcases your unique qualities and achievements while still adhering to the expected format.

• “Overall, I would highly recommend this course for its engaging structure, thought-provoking content, and real-world focus. It was an extremely valuable learning experience that left me with a deep understanding of the subject matter and new insights to apply in my own work”
• “The workshop provided numerous valuable takeaways, which were supported by illustrative examples that made the information easy to understand and apply. The language exercises were also interesting and helped to reinforce the learning.”

Before the Academic Writing Center takes a summer break, don't miss our workshop on the importance of emotional intelligence in the academic world.