Selection Committee

Chalmers University of Technology

SE-412 96 Gothenburg
Sweden

Date: 25.01.2015

Sub: Statement of Purpose for Masters Degree Program in Sustainable Energy Systems
Engineering
Sirs,
I am writing to apply for the Masters program in Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering for
Autumn 2015 in which I am particularly interested. I am a 24 years old Male Mechanical
Engineer, having completed:

B.E.(Hons) Mechanical Engineering with a CGPA of 7.72 on the scale of 10 (First Division)
from BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus- UAE
2 years and 3 months work experience as Project Engineer in Infrastructure Construction
industry, specifically in Diesel Generators Installation, Design and Complete Installation of
Fuel transfer systems for Diesel Engines.

I believe, the knowledge gained through my Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering with

courses in Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Fluid mechanics, and Material science &
Metallurgy, Production Technology, Metrology, Instrumentation, Design and Production
Management have provided commendable ground work for advanced study, and my
professional experience would serve me better in understanding about the application of
Sustainable Energy systems in daily human lives. A few facts and observations that have
caused me to aim for becoming a part of the society of sustainable systems researchers and
engineers : (1) reducing material and energy intensity and converting wastes into valuable
secondary products creates value for shareholders as well as for society at large. 2) usage of
alternative fuels or sources of energy could lead to a pollution less community and
consequently better health and living standards. 3) Sustainable energy technologies are clean
sources of energy and they help stabilize energy prices
For a given opportunity to join a world class institution such as M/s. Chalmers University of
Technology, where I can be trained to become an excellent engineer, I would like to work in
the research areas of sustainable energy systems. I am interested to work on projects where I
can be exposed to the experimental and modeling aspects of research work.
I consider myself to be highly self- confident and an ambitious individual. I prefer to lead the
path of logic and reasoning to solve the shortfalls of everyday life. During these school days I
was also a high achiever in the areas of music and games being an active participant in the
school music band and soccer team. It was during these school days I feel I have gained true
leadership qualities and opened my thought process to a whole new level. it has changed me
for the better and made me a highly motivated and inquisitive individual and has given me
the ability to solve any problem I put my mind on. I am a person who would lay the
foundation for beginnings or a person who start things up. During my professional service, I
was the first one to go for site surveys, submission of bids, negotiations and execution
including documentations and client meetings. I am sincere and dedicated in my endeavors
and nothing would stop me from achieving what I aim for. I have been appreciated by my
University Professors and my Employer, for my sincere and dedicated attitude.

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I consider Sweden as my preferred destination for higher studies as it is a research intensive

country and that the investment in R&D is among the highest in the world in relation to GDP.
It is a best place for innovation and creativity due to the informal and non hierarchical nature
of Swedish society. Also, Sweden is home to largest number of multinationals per capita of
any country in the world and is the birth place of many world conquering companies like
IKEA, Tetra pak, Volvo, Scania, Ericsson etc.
My objective is to become a professional in the field of Sustainable systems Engineering, a
good citizen and to contribute to the world community positively. I believe, the knowledge
gained through this course can be put to use to improve the quality of our life and for
development of a broad range of new technologies, lesser use of conventional fossil fuels,
considerable reduction of pollution and for a better and healthier economy . I am sure that I
have chosen M/s. Chalmers University of Technology as the right institution to continue my
Higher education as it is one of the topmost institutions in the world and one of the best in
Sweden. The industrial links provided by your institute I feel is one if not the best in the
world.
The journey ahead promises to be a challenging one, it may be no doubt be strenuous and
difficult at times. But then, the thrill one gets when discovers something new at the frontiers
of human knowledge, however small the contribution may be, is incomparable.
Thank you for your time and consideration and I hope you will grant me the privilege of
continuing my studies in your University.
Yours Sincerely,
ROSHAN SHANMUGHAN

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