ToomuchLes Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 (edited) Sorry for the silly questions, but I meditated on them for two days now, and Im not satisfied with the answers I keep coming up with. Therefore, I want your opinions on what a certain institution means in discussing "Academic plans" and "future career goals" in your SOP. In regards to the future career goals, do I blankly say, I want to work in academia? Cause that sounds very silly, when said aloud. Likewise, in terms of academic plans, I think its simple - I want to go to grad school, study my research topics, publish and get a degree out of it. Maybe, I need a break from my SOP (been working on it everyday for the last month X.X). Lastly, when I discuss why this particular department would be a good intellectual fit for me, how in-depth do I talk about POI's work? How many professors do I list that would benefit my research? And, do I mention that I've been in contact with them via phone & email? EDITTED: Oh, and also, can I use a quote from a pertinent primary source document that was authored by a famous individual, or at least, he's recognizable in my field? Edited September 13, 2014 by LeventeL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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