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The document outlines a three-part structure: an introduction stating purpose and target position, a body addressing motivation for a PhD, subject choice, relevant experience, program and university selection, and career plans, plus justification, skills, long-term goals, and personal differentiation, and a conclusion summarizing key points with final remarks. 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However, this document is also expected to offer a more personalized description of its writer and provide a clear image of both professional background and goals for the future. Theoretically, its structure is divided into three main parts, as follows:  \n1. The introduction refers to the purpose of the application. Briefly write about who you are and the desired position.  \n2. The content of the body should focus on answering the following issues:  \n􀂃 Why do you want to be a PhD researcher?  \n􀂃 Why did you choose this particular subject and what experience do you have in this field?  \n􀂃 Why did you specifically choose this program within this university?  \n􀂃 Which career do you want to pursue in connection to the subject you have chosen?  \nIn answering these questions, please make sure to:  \n􀂃 Explain and justify your understanding of the position  \n􀂃 Mention your skills and qualifications that make you right for the program (demonstrated research experience and interest in the topic, presentation skills)  \n􀂃 Offer a clear and concise picture of your background and goals on the long term  \n􀂃 Give an impression of who you are and in which way you distinguish yourself among others. Please consider that this letter should not only be descriptive in nature, but should also include a personal statement about you as an individual.  \n􀂃 Inspire a strong motivation, good communicative skills and the ability to manage conceptual and practical challenges.  \n􀂃 Be as concise as you can (maximum one page)  \n3. The conclusion serves as a summary of the essential points made throughout the body, as well as any final statements and personal remarks.  \nAlso recommended is the use of the great number of internet sites which offer very good tips regarding the format and content of a motivational letter. A good example would be the link presented below:  \n[http://ic.daad.de/imperia/md/content/islamabad/letter_of_motivation.pdf](http://ic.daad.de/imperia/md/content/islamabad/letter_of_motivation.pdf)  \nAs a final remark, originality is very much appreciated. All these suggestions are, needless to say, as general guidelines. Please feel free to include anything else you might consider of importance! Putting some thought into the content is guaranteed a truly rewarded effort.","cbCaic5H0xN1nw9I","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaic5H0xN1nw9I","pdf",135094,"English","# Introduction\n## Purpose and target position\n# Body\n## Why a PhD researcher\n## Subject choice and experience\n## Program and university selection\n## Career goals and personal differentiation\n## Writing tips and conciseness\n# Conclusion\n## Summary and final personal remarks","[{\"question\":\"What is the main purpose of a letter of motivation?\",\"answer\":\"It complements the resume by reflecting the information presented there while providing a more personalized description of the writer’s background and future goals.\"},{\"question\":\"What should the introduction include?\",\"answer\":\"It should refer to the application purpose and briefly state who the applicant is and the desired position.\"},{\"question\":\"What key elements should be covered in the body of the letter?\",\"answer\":\"The body should explain motivations for becoming a PhD researcher, the chosen subject and relevant experience, why the specific program and university were selected, and the career the applicant wants to pursue, along with justification, skills and qualifications, long-term goals, and personal differentiation.\"}]","Guidelines on Writing a Successful Letter of Motivation | PDF",1789091198]