Possibilities of Questions

1. Introduce Yourself?
My name is Bisma Aslam, I am passionate about medicine, especially oncology. I consider it my
personal calling to help to cure people with oncological diseases in my country. Besides in my
family, my father had this problem and that is the reason why I chose this field of study. I spend
my free time learning about the subject and I also try to do non-profit activity in the field. Once
I had two days workshop at a hospital in which I have a chance to explore the hospital and its
work. While in college I used to actively participate in many extra-curricular activities. I was a
good debater. I was also a member of the literature society and dance club. Besides, I’m a
basketball player and have completed an event management internship. I am a punctual and
motivated person who values time management and never loses hope. I’m also proud of my
ability to persevere and overcome challenges. This year I was having a hard time but thankfully I
easily managed it. I also enjoyed volunteering at different organizations especially during covid-
19. I’m also interested in foreign languages, and this scholarship will allow me to learn a new
language. I’m really passionate about my interests that’s why I become a part of the blood
donation campaign. Currently, I am working as a freelancer along with my studies. My ultimate
aim is to become an oncologist and this chosen major help me to achieve my goal. After
graduation, I will do my specialization by clearing the USMLE test. This helps me to achieve my
ultimate goal of working as an oncologist in my country.

2. Why did you choose Turkey for pursing your degree or as your study destination?
I choose turkey because it is a multicultural country. By studying in a multicultural country, I
gain more experience by exploring different cultures and environments. Besides, Turkey also
has a growing academic reputation with new and old universities working to offer international
students competitive education. It has well-equipped laboratories and modern hospitals that
will help me to acquire the finest medical education. In my view, Turkey is a great student
destination if you want to experience multi-cultures and to get a well-reputed degree too. Also,
one of my reason for choosing turkey is that I want to learn the Turkish language as I am always
interested in it.

3. Are you sure that Turkey is multi-cultural country?

Yes, I am very sure that Turkey is a multicultural country.

4. How is it good for you to study in a multi-cultural country like Turkey?

Let me give you an example, one of my friends, who studied in a medical university in Pakistan,
will deal with only local students. He will explore only his limited surroundings. But the one who
studied in a multicultural country has a chance to meet different students from all around the
world. He will explore different things and have to do everything independently. He has a better
understanding of others' beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors. Besides, he will have a higher level of
interpersonal and social skills which will help him in his later life to deal with challenges in the
best way.
5. What do you know about Turkey?
Turkey is a country in both Europe and Asia. It is considered a multicultural country. It provides
a reputed education. Ottoman Empire ruled for many hundred years. It was considered one of
the most powerful empires. Turkey is considered the center of Muslim countries. Turkish
cuisine is very famous in the world. Currently, Ertugral drama remains very famous throughout
the world.

6. If we reject you then what will you do?

Although it is my dream to study in Turkey to get my higher education. But if get rejected then
it does not mean that I will give up on my dreams. I will continue my medical education in
Pakistan. After that, I will do my specialization from abroad and then return to Pakistan to serve
my country.

7. Why you Choice these universities?

I selected these universities after carefully examining the university details and ranking
worldwide. Although every university in turkey is the best, these universities provide the finest
medical education and have well-developed hospitals for practicing.

8. You have any idea about these universities?

Although I didn’t have an in-depth idea about these universities but while selecting I carefully
examined the university details and ranking worldwide. All these universities are in the prime
location of turkey and have well-equipped laboratories and modern hospitals for practicing
medical education.

9. What do you know about your own field of interest?

This is a professional undergraduate degree, which means the focus of the curriculum is to
prepare you for a career in Medicine. It is the science which encompasses a variety of health
care practices evolved to maintain and restore health by the prevention and treatment of
illness. A Medicine degree takes up to 5 years along with 1 year of internship which becomes a
total of 6 years of the degree. Nowadays, this profession is very common among people as it
gives respect and money at the same time.

10.How your field will help the world? Or What will be the contribution of that specific field
for your country in terms of development?
I want to become an oncologist and the medical degree is its base. Cancer is the most complex
disease in the world. Pakistan is one of these countries in which cancer is spreading quickly.
Although there is not any proper treatment and if the treatment is available then it is very
expensive. After graduating in oncology, I will ensure to provide the best and proper treatment.
I will find out new methods and ways to help my country to eradicate this disease which in turn
will contribute to the world.

10. After completing your studies will you come back to Pakistan?
Obviously, I will return to my country. I always have the thoughts of serving my country in the
best possible way. After graduating, I will serve my country by providing healthcare services to
my people.
11. Do you know anyone in Turkey?
There is no one whom I know in Turkey.

12. Who motivated you for this Scholarship?

I always had this opportunity in my mind since 9th grade. Once my mom received a message
that applications for the turkey scholarship 2016 are opened. My mom found out all the details
like the procedure, criteria of this scholarship. As I always wanted to study abroad. So my mom
advised me to apply for this scholarship after high school to pursue my further education. So, it
was my mom who encouraged me to apply for this scholarship. Besides, there is a youtube
channel of Turkiye Burslari holder which also motivates me more and gives me every single
detail about this scholarship.

13. Why did you choose only Turkish Medium universities?

I chose only Turkish medium universities/majors because I always wanted to learn foreign
languages. By pursuing my major in Turkish, I will get in-depth knowledge about this language.
Although by choosing the English medium, I will learn the Turkish language too by the one-year
program and I think this duration is not enough to fully understand one language. But 6 years of
study in the same language makes you an expert in that particular language.

14. Our institution want to record your interview. Is it problem for you?
Yeah sure, you can record the interview. I don't have any problem.

15. Did you officially graduated from the university? When

Yes, I am officially graduated from high school last year.

16. Did you graduated as a top student from your department?

I was among the top 3 students of my class whose performance related to academics and
extracurricular activities are considered extraordinary. I was 3rd in my class. But in
extracurricular activities, I was the top student of my college. I remained the student of the year
for 2 years simultaneously.

17. How many students in your department?

There were 137 students in my class. Our class was divided into 2 sections due to greater
strength.

18. Why do you want to study particularly in this field (Department About first preference)?
Or Why you have chose to study in a given field? Or Why you choose medicine field? Or Why
do you want to study medicine?
It was my childhood dream to become a doctor because the complex structure of the human
body always fascinates me. I chose to study medicine because it also seemed like a vocation
that suited my personality. Caring for patients as people really is at the heart of medicine, and it
is a great privilege to be able to help people when they are at their most vulnerable. Besides, I
also have another reason for choosing medicine. As, my father died because of cancer, so I
completely understand how much a doctor is important in saving someone's life. I don't know
when my father's death became my personal reason for choosing medicine but now I have a
very clear idea that I want to become an oncologist. So that no one will die due to this disease
just because of inadequate treatment. That's why I want to study medicine.

19. What is your main aim/goal?

My ultimate aim is to become an oncologist and serve my country by providing proper and
affordable treatment to cancer patients. As Pakistan lacks research in this field, I want to find
out new methods and ways to eradicate this disease and contribute to the progress of my
country. I also want to open a cancer hospital in Pakistan in the name of my father.

20. Do you have any field experience?

As such, I don’t have any field experience. But I volunteered in many organizations related to
my field. Like I was the part of Eden welfare society, and my duty was to aware people of
different present health issues like covid-19. Currently, I am a part of a blood donation
campaign.

21. Have you make any research about universities in your preferences? Do you remember
your Preferences?
Although I did not do any in-depth research about these universities while selecting I carefully
examined the university details and ranking worldwide. All these universities are in the prime
location of turkey and have well-equipped laboratories and modern hospitals for practicing
medical education. Yes, I remember my preferences. The first one is Ankara university. 2nd one
is Gazi university. Dokuz Elul univeristy, Ege univeristy and so on.

23. Why you want to study in your first preference? Reason

I want to study at Ankara university because it is among the top 10 medical universities of
Turkey. Secondly, I selected this university as my first preference because its research centers
have global recognization especially the brain and cancer research center has very good
publications and researches. This university gives the doctor excellent clinical experience as it
has well-quipped labs and a modern hospital. Besides, this university is located in the capital
city of Turkey which gives me the chance to explore the Turkish system in depth.

24. How do you think you can strengthen relations between Turkey and your country after
your graduation?

25. What is your future career plans?

After graduating from medicine, I will continue my studies in the field of oncology. I have a plan
of continuing my study in America by clearing the USMLE test. I will get the USA residency for
my higher education. After completing my studies in oncology, I will come back to my homeland
and serve my country by providing proper and affordable treatment in the cancer field.

26. What are the names of the president and prime minister of Turkey?
The prseident of Turkey is Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. While the first prime minister and president
of Tukey is Kemal Atatürk.

27. Any general idea about Ottoman Empire?

The Ottoman Empire was a state that controlled much of Southeastern Europe, Western Asia,
and Northern Africa between the 14th and early 20th centuries. It was founded at the end of
the 13th century in northwestern Anatolia in the town of Söğüt by the Turkoman tribal leader
Osman I. It grew to be one of the most powerful states in the world. The Ottoman period
spanned more than 600 years and came to an end only in 1922 when it was replaced by the
Turkish Republic and various successor states in southeastern Europe and the Middle East.

28. What distinguish you from other candidates? Or Why should we give you this
opportunity/scholarship? Or What Makes you Special to be awarded our Scholarship?
Many candidates have applied for this scholarship but what makes me apart is my positive
attitude. I’m extremely motivated and I think that it can be hard to find. I believe I am a suitable
candidate because I really enjoy learning new things and am constantly seeking out new
learning opportunities. Also, I have the strength and determination to achieve my goals, no
matter what hurdles I have to overcome. All these things show that I can make the most of the
upcoming opportunities and I have the ability to persevere and overcome challenges. Besides, I
have the passion and determination to become a trusted and experienced doctor. With my
education, I will help people get the proper and affordable treatment they need while coping
with diseases. My ultimate goal is to work as an oncologist which I will achieve with the help of
this scholarship. Not only my aim will accomplish but also I will be able to overcome any
challenges just because of the exposure and experience that I will gain during this duration.

29. Tell us Your Strength and Weaknesses.

I would say that my greatest strength is my ability to stay focused on my work and finish tasks
within the timeframe. I'm not easily distracted, and this means my performance is very strong.
Once in my college, I was assigned 2 projects of biology which I must have to submit within 2
days. Before this, our class was also given a chemistry test of half book. I was very nervous that
how I could manage all the assignments and tests at the same time. But I gathered my courage
and started to work on my projects. Because I know I have to complete all my task no matter
whats happen. My focus on all these assignments allowed me to meet them within the
deadline successfully. Not only I completed these tasks but I stood first in my class in all the
tests and assignments. This shows that I am capable of juggling multiple tasks at the same time
just because of focus and determination.
My greatest weakness is shyness. I’m always looking for ways to be more assertive. In freshman
year, all of my teachers mentioned that I was not good at speaking up in class. After that, I
joined the debate club so I would learn how to speak up in front of a crowd and to craft
responses on my feet. Although it is very tough at the start. But much to my surprise, I started
winning competitions at my college and even qualified for the final competition of my college.
This all gives me enough motivation to speak up in front of my class. But I still struggle to bring
that into the big crowd, but my teachers have started commenting on my progress. I am sure
that one day I will overcome this issue and become a crowd speaker.
30. Why do You Think you Deserve This Scholarship? Why do you deserve this scholarship?
I believe I deserve this scholarship because it will help me achieve my long-term goals. By
furthering my education in biology, I can work towards my career goals in the medical field. I
aim to make a difference in my community, and this scholarship will absolutely be the
difference-maker when it comes to affording the education I need to do that.

31. Where Do You See Yourself in Years to Come?

I know I love medicine, so I will graduate from medicine within the next 5 to 7 years. I have a
burning desire to become the very best oncologist I can be, and so in the upcoming years, I see
myself having enough knowledge and experience to apply for higher study in America in
oncology. After that, I will practice my education in my homeland to serve my own people.

32. How Will You Use the Program Money?

All the tuition fees are covered by Turkiye burslari team. While the stipend that I will receive
monthly, I will use it for everyday expenditures.

33. Tell Us a Time You Overcame a Challenge.

A challenge I overcome was to do all my responsibilities effectively during the covid-19
pandemic. My mother caught covid-19 last year. She was quarantined for 14 days at the
hospital. As I am the elder one so I have to take care of my younger siblings along with my
mother. There was no one other than my mother at home who would take care of us. My
father also died so all the responsibilities came on my shoulder. I felt like these 14 days are
equal to one year as I am preparing for my med school exam too. Besides, I have many other
responsibilities like cooking, washing, tutoring, taking care of siblings and mother, etc. At first, I
completely lose hope and did not know how to cope up with all this. But then I gather up my
courage. Thankfully, I completed my all responsibilities very well along with my preparation for
exams. My neighbors also praised me in front of my mother for how I dealt with all these issues
and handle the house independently. One thing that I learned is that you can overcome any
challenge with full determination and courage. Just don't be panic. These 14 days became like a
challenge mastering workshop for me.

34. Is there anything you would want to say in addition?

Thanks for asking! I don’t have anything else to add.

35. Who is Your Role Model?

I found my role model in my mother, for she taught me “No matter how hard a situation may
get, there’s always a hope for better tomorrow” and that can be achieved through
determination and hard work. I learned from her that there’s no bigger happiness in life than
satisfaction- being satisfied with what we have and satisfaction of doing good to others. My
mother works harder than anyone I know. My father remained ill for almost 10 years. My
mother takes care of my father and us alone all these years along with his job. After my father
died, she raised us very well irrespective of the single mother tag. I can't even imagine how
hard it was for her. But she takes care of me very well when I am in trouble, confusion and in
tension. She just says that do what your heart says. She never said no to me whenever I ask for
something. She inspired me a lot. My Mother taught me to keep patience and work hard
honestly nobody can stop your growth and today I understand the meaning of the sentence.

36. If you will get selected for this scholarship, then what will your future plans?
If I will get selected for this scholarship, then I will pursue my medical education in Turkey. After
graduating from medicine, I will continue my studies in the field of oncology. I have a plan of
continuing my study in America by clearing the USMLE test. I will get the USA residency for my
higher education. After completing my studies in oncology, I will come back to my homeland
and serve my country by providing proper and affordable treatment in the cancer field.

37. Are you going to settle in turkey after graduation? Or After completing your degree, will
you go back to your homeland or stay in Turkey?
After graduation, I have no plan of settling in Turkey. I know that I have the duty of serving my
country so I will return to my homeland and contribute to the progress of my country.

38. Why are you so fascinated about Turkish language? Or Why are you so interested in
Turkish language?

39. How was your math test? How did you perform? Why did not you perform well in the
exam? Or why are you bad at maths?
40. You got result one year before, what are you doing in this one year?
41. What is the latest invention in medicine?
42. Your result shows that you have improved some subjects, why?
43. Have you apply to other countries scholarships and why?
44. Why did you choose this scholarship?
45. What is the meaning or definition of your program?
46. Who is the health minister of Pakistan and Turkey?
47. Do you learn from mistakes? Example.
48. What makes you feel proud of yourself?
49. What are your hobbies?
50. What type of books do you read?
51. What is your favourite book? And what have you learnt from it?
My favorite book is Finding You by Lydia Albano. The main character, Isla, is sold into slavery,
and at first, she hopes that someone from her past will come to rescue her. She doesn’t think
she can because she’s small and not very strong. But in the end, she actually winds up saving a
bunch of other girls when she creates an escape plan for them. I like this book because I would
also like to work to end human trafficking. Like Isla, sometimes I feel like I can’t do anything to
help, but she gives me the courage to try.

52. Why you like to do gardening?

53. How you learn guiter? Tell us something about guitar?
54. Which sport do you play? What is you favourite ones?
55. What you know about basketball?
56. Which is your favourite player and why?
57. How do you learn Turkish?
58. Why are you learning Mandarian?
59. Tell us about your internship experience?
60. Your certificates shows that you took worshop of covid-19, tell us about it?
61. Tell us about other certificates, like respiratory viruses, UNDSS Bsafe, sexual harrasment
etc, what have you learnt from them?
62. Tell us about your volunteer experiences?
63. Tell us about your 2 days hospital workshop?
64. Do you want to ask any question from us?