Dear Sir,

I am writing to apply for the XXX scholarship for artists.

I graduated in architecture in March 2003 from the University of XXX, Faculty of Architecture
in XXX, XXX. My degree focuses on architectural design and urban planning. I also took
several courses in urban management, which provoked my strong interest in issues that affect
urban development and future of urbanity.
The urban metropolitan areas are interesting to study because they are places where different
cultures and urban practises encounter each other. In the age of economic globalisation,
multimedia communication and transnational migration these urban areas are increasingly
changing. On another level, this phenomena influence peoples lifestyles and as a result their
dwelling practices are changing. This affects the Eastern European cities as well as Western
European cities. Generally, the urban spaces are in need of new strategies that deal with the
problems facing urban development. I am interested in studying the urban condition globally and
analysing the urban design strategies and practises of urban space creation.
My diploma project was based on research that I conducted on the new political, economical and
social circumstances in my country that affect the urban living. The focus of the project was
creation of a new type of collective residence in an urban area that would be able to
accommodate the changed life style practises of the urban dweller. In addition, I have
successfully participated in domestic and international open competitions that are dealing with
the subject of urban condition on different levels. I have a passion for research and am especially
interested in further developing my skills in urban research.
The XXX in XXX, to which I am interested to apply, has been offering a one-year postgraduate
program focusing on urban topics since 1999. The design-oriented XXX deals with the future of
urbanity. The program is both international and interdisciplinary. It is the objective of the XXX
to develop unusual strategies that transcend purely scientific analysis or design- and planning
methods. The one-year XXX is divided into two parts: an orientation phase that concentrates
more on theory and analysis and a project phase that focuses on the development of methods and
strategies. I am very exited by my decision to pursue my Masters Degree at the XXX. I believe
that their approach will enable me to acquire knowledge and skills that will help me meet new
professional challenges.
I have made the necessary contacts with the XXX contact person Ms. XY to ensure that I am
eligible to apply for the academic year 2005.
With a solid foundation in academic theory on urban planning and intensive research gained
through the Masters Degree program in urbanism at the XXX, I am confident that I will have
the skills, knowledge and contacts that will enable me, as architect and urban planner, to deal
with the complex issues of the urban condition in my country.
Thank you very much for considering my request. I look forward to your positive response.
Sincerely yours,