Statement of Purpose

A statement of purpose (SOP) is required to obtain a visa and be admitted to a university. It is a document that highlights the applicants' successes, experiences, and academic performance. The SOP is crucial in establishing whether or not an application from outside Australia will be allowed since it is required to show that a person is a genuine temporary entrant (GTE). It helps the selection committee see student merits in a positive light. Therefore, in order to enroll in the chosen course and university, it is essential to write an excellent SOP.

Australian universities typically ask for an SOP. Even though, they usually can be in the form of short writing. They generally are required for admission to education programs. Instead of being narrative, SOP for Australia should be more fact-based and unbiased. This does not suggest that students should neglect it and hand in a dull statement. The universities in Australia are aware of a thousand applications each year. The SOP ought to be captivating enough to hold the admissions committee's attention.

What differences exist in the SOP for Australia?

The following compares SOP for Australian universities and other well-known studies abroad locations.

1. SOP is required for most Certificates, Diplomas, and undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in countries like Canada, the United States, and Australia.
2. While some Canadian colleges need a video essay for admission, Australia requires a written Statement of Purpose (Sop) at all levels of studies.
3. In Australia's SOP, a student visa is more important compared to the USA, where it may be required only for the master's level;
4. Compared to other nations, Australian SOP is more structured.

Common Mistakes

• Talking too much about your childhood
• Not giving enough time to future plans for achieving your goals
• Never lie or provide false information in documents
• Never copy SOP or essay from your friend &internet
• More frequent use of jargon and technical words    

Writing Tips                          

INTRODUCTION:

• Information about the student’s family background, and residency.
• Detailed information of academic career starting from Year 10^th / High School to the highest qualification undertaken by the applicant ( completion year included).

REGARDING GAP/ WORK EXPERIENCE (IF APPLICABLE):

• Detailed information about your gap right after your grade 12 or Bachelors's or Masters's Degree (if any). Please mention the specific date, period of the gap, what you did in the gap period, and any related work experience, training, or volunteering.

REGARDING THE COURSE OF STUDY YOU WISH TO PURSUE:

• Why do you wish to study that particular course?
• Career outcome/ course outcome must be mentioned
• Some of the positive facts/examples of studying the course
• How will studying that particular course help you with your career objective/plan?

WHY FURTHER STUDIES IN AUSTRALIA AND WHY NOT OTHER COUNTRIES? WHY NOT NEPAL?

• What factors separate Australia from other countries including Nepal?
• Compare the education system in Australia with other countries including Nepal
• How is it a better destination for you?

REASONS FOR CHOOSING THE EDUCATION PROVIDER:

• Why have you chosen that particular college/university? (support services/ opportunities, internship facilities (if any)
• History of the university, other campuses, location of the university/college
• Research other options as well and name a few of them.
• How did you hear about the university/college? (seminar, education agents, website)

FUTURE CAREER PLAN:

• What will you do right after you complete your course?
• Mention the opportunities in Australia, and the names of some of the companies in relation to your course
• What will you do after you return back to your country? Please mention the name of some companies/organizations you can work for, the salary/incentives you could get, and the position/designation you can apply for.

REGARDING FINANCE:

• Who will sponsor you for your studies? What do they do? How much are their earning? Your sponsors’ primary source of income (rent, salary, pension, business)
• Are you applying for an education loan? If yes, how will your sponsors manage the loan/collateral?
• If you are applying through bank balance then what are the sources?
• How can you assure that your sponsors will fund you while you study in Australia?

INCENTIVE/MOTIVATION TO RETURN TO YOUR HOME COUNTRY:

Personal circumstances in your home country, how does it motivate you to return back

• Your financial background including the properties you own.
• Your possible job prospects (if you have been recommended by someone after you return back).

STUDENT VISA CONDITIONS IN AUSTRALIA

• Please mention the important ones. Please do not copy and paste. Write in your own words.