Introduction:

I am Uzma Masoud, D/o Muhammad Masoud and Uzma Masoud, R/o Khasra no 1280 Lane no 15 Quaid
e Azam Colony Chakri Road Rawalpindi, Pakistan. There are 5 members in my family, my father is a
retired person from Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and my mother is a
housewife. I am blessed with 3 siblings. I have two younger sisters. Sana Masood and Sania Masood.

Sana Masood is Educated and doing teaching job. . My elder brother Raheel Masood is doing job in Bank
as Public Relation Officer and my younger sister Sania Masood is studying. I am blessed with a family
who has always taught me the importance of good values and principles. It is only because of their
undying belief in me and their encouragement; I am submitting my plans to study my PhD degree from
abroad.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND & English Language Course:

I have completed my Secondary education in the year 2005 from Rawalpindi Education Board and
completed my Senior Secondary education in the year 2008 from the same board in FSc Pre engineering.
After my senior Secondary, I have done my Bachelor in Commerce in the year 2012 from Punjab
University in the second division. I have done my Master’s degree in Economics 2018 from Allama
Iqbal Open University in the second division.

After my post-graduation, I express my feelings about my interest in studying abroad particularly in

Australia to my parents and with their encouragement, support and blessings I decided to pursue my
PhD of economics and Business from Australia. For pursuing my Master’s degree from Australia, I did
Language Course Diploma from Technical Educational and Vocational Authority.

Why not Pakistan

My aim is to be successful in the life and I find it is very easy to do so but when the time passes and start
understanding the education system deeply I came to know that in Pakistani people who have economic
power or quota powers can get admission in the reputed Colleges or Universities and I find it is
impossible for the student like me who belong to very simple family. So I have to look for the other
option for my further studies and then my family suggested me to go abroad for the same because
overseas universities give very good practical knowledge then Pakistani Universities. In Pakistan students
from reputed colleges are settled in life other are just working in simple call centers and I don’t want to
become one of them. Moreover, in Pakistan, more emphasis is given to get good marks instead of
getting knowledge and skills, so I finally decide to study abroad for my further education.

Why Australia, no other Country:

I started my research on the internet and found that Australia would be the best educational destination
for me comparatively other countries as Australia is a multi-cultured country that is extensively engaged
to offer education to international students. Australia is accepting new modern techniques and
fundamentals in the field of education like that of the US/UK. No other requirement to go for special
language courses to study in Australia unlike other countries US and UK. During my research, I have
come to know that Australia has the third-highest number of international students in the world.

Moreover, studying in Australia highly advanced study programs, opportunity to earn working
experience while and after studies and on top of it, international exposure earned from Australia will
help me build a strong platform in order to achieve success in my career. Also, Australia is the only
country that has implemented some educational acts which reserve the rights of international students.
The act is known as “ESOS- Education Services for International Students” which gives the international
students the rights to information about course offered, subjects, actual fee structure, and method of
delivery of the course by the institution. It also gives the right to students to have a written agreement
with the institutions which states all the terms and conditions to be followed by both the student and
the course provider.

The best thing about this act is its tuition fee protection policy which ensures the investment of an
international student is safe. It will not be wasted if in case the institution is unable to provide the
course to the student and it has to arrange a replacement for the student or has to refund the tuition
fee. I could not find such policies in other countries. Besides this, Australia has an education system that
is valid and recognized all over the world.

Why Federation University:

Spending a lot of hard-earned money of my family and also leaving one’s own country, I knew I had to
get the best possible return on my education. Accordingly, I started searching for universities to get
admitted to in accordance with my profile and University Of Melbourne turned out to be the best
choice among all. I compared the course structure, Fees, postgraduate employment satisfaction rate of
different universities like Curtin University, Deakin University, Victoria University, and much more, I
found Federation University the most affordable choice for me with all necessary facilities available.
University boasts of a research-driven approach producing results and development of a prospective
student like no other.

Moreover, I want to get full-funded scholarship from University of Melbourne which will an additional
benefit to me, thus help me to save my money as I will be the student of Phd.University of Melbourne
assists students in adapting and learning with various support services. University produces doctorates
who are career-ready, world ready and digitally literate, and who experience an academic environment
distinctive for its personal approach. More importantly, what really matters is one’s return on
investment and the university has had a strong rapport among employers around the world. Not to
mention, it’s up to date teaching methodology and the preparation of the student for his whole lifetime.
To sum it up, being able to study from the best, among a diverse set of students with a promise of a
great future ahead is a very fascinating feeling altogether.
I searched on the internet for my living arrangements in Melbourne. I have visited a few websites where
I got many accommodation options. I want that University will give me accommodation facility.

Why PhD in Economics and Business:

Initially, I will study EAP for 5 weeks due to my low scores in the Reading module and after the
successful completion of my EAP program; I will study an MBA from Federation University.

I choose the PhD Economics and Business as I want to pursue my career in the Economics and Business
field. This program develops skills in business management and as well as in economics. This course
provides me the knowledge and skills to be a professional, with particular skills in a chosen area. This
degree involves rigorous training in all aspects of the economics which require innovative strategy
making. This degree in PhD will expose me to a variety of programs like Business Statistics, Economics,
Financial Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources, and Operations, among other Subjects. It will also
prepare me for management-level positions in the industry. It will improve my leadership skills by giving
me the opportunity to lead teams in group assignments. Regularly working as a part of a team will also
help me to better coordinate my efforts with my team members. I will be required to give presentations,
which will enhance the communication skills that I have imbibed in my life and make me a better person
both personally and professionally.

Future Plan:
Once I complete my degree, I will come back to my home country Pakistan with an intention to stay with
my family and be a part of Pakistan’s growing strength. I may find job opportunities not only in Pakistan
but across the world. My future goal is to work with TOP Universities in India like University Of Lahore,
Quaid e Azam University, Fatima University and also apply as teacher in European And Middle East
Universities and may be the part of Economical Institutions. After the completion of this course initially, I
am expecting a package of PKR 3-5 lakhs per month but with growth in life, I will expect more.
Therefore, I am confident that the offered program is going to benefit me in more than one way.

Declaration Statement:
I also read online testimonials of Pakistani students already studying there and read visa rules, living
standard on the official immigration site Australia www.studyinaustralia.gov.in,
www.homeaffairs.gov.au I have researched about my Education Visa Subclass also that I am applying for
Student Visa under 500 SSVF and I am aware of the rule I have to follow like I have to Maintain my OSHC
for the entire duration my course, I shall not work more than 40 hours fortnightly, I have to maintain my
attendance and follow the protocols of the Institute and I will have to leave the country before the
expiry of my visa. I am sure my degree from Australia will help me to get an edge over other Pakistani
students due to International exposure and globally accepted degree. I will get the advantage in not in
the Pakistani job market but in other countries of the world too.
Regards:

Uzma Masoud