college essay
Society needs engineers that can and will change the world. Meeting today's growing global demands, coupled with safeguarding our environment is what really intrigues me. I want to study Chemical Engineering because of its increasingly significant role in our society, particularly across a variety of industries from petrochemicals to environmental technology. It is an extremely versatile subject which provides a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and manufacture of a wide range of products, an aspect that I look forward to learning about. Chemical Engineering incorporates Mathematics and Chemistry, which is another reason why I am drawn to the subject. Through my A Level studies I have come to love these subjects and want to continue studying them. I feel that all my A Level choices complement each other perfectly and have encouraged me to develop skills beneficial to the study of Chemical Engineering, such as critical analysis and research. Mathematics and Chemistry have sharpened my methodical thinking and logical problem solving skills. Laboratory work in Chemistry has always been exciting to me from a young age. From learning about wet tests to practical work such as the hydrolysis of an ester, my passion for the subject in its entirety has increased. This was observed and acknowledged by taking many years of chemistry throughout high school. My immediate goal after obtaining my bachelors degree is to get my masters. With a masters degree, it will provide me the opportunity to take higher courses to finally pursue my career. I believe my future opportunities are endless and I look forward to increase my knowledge through courses and graduate studies at TAMU. With the ever growing petroleum industry in Texas, I believe me and my career field will improve on the lives of many Texans. With my educational background, research experience, and my desire to keep learning, I am capable of handling the challenges my career will bring.