Profile thirty one
I am an eighteen year old student from a disadvantaged area of Liverpool who has recently completed four A Levels. Like many other students, studying for their examinations I had other commitments. As a member of several music groups I was required to attend and perform in numerous rehearsals, competitions and concerts and as Head Girl of my school and as a Buddy and Prefect I completed many duties and played an integral role in school life. Although I had many responsibilities I was still able to achieve a B in English Literature, a B in Psychology, a C in Spanish and a Distinction in OCR Level 3 National Certificate in ICT. After obtaining these grades I successfully obtained a place on a four year course at Manchester Metropolitan University. This course is a combined honours degree in which I will be studying English Literature and Spanish. I have chosen to pursue these subjects because my ambition is to teach and use the skills gained on this course to aid others. I am aware that Spanish and English are two of the most widely spoken languages in the world and I believe that through learning and teaching these languages, I can increase my own and the potential of others. Therefore after completing this course I intend on returning to Liverpool to attain my PGCE.
Living in a single parent household in social housing in a disadvantaged area of Liverpool, I recognised that financial aid from home would have a dramatic effect on my mother and two younger siblings; therefore I was forced to seek out other methods of financial aid. My school’s student advisor recommended the John Moran Educational Trust and I am thrilled to have successfully obtained an award of £1000 towards my accommodation costs from this Trust because due to unforeseen circumstances I have had to select accommodation in a private halls of residence; the expense of which is much greater. The struggle to find accommodation was very worrying because I was concerned I would be unable to attend university or be eligible to receive the award from the John Moran Trust. However, the Trust was very understanding and reassuring and helped to resolve the situation.
It is difficult to find the words to express how grateful I am to have received the generous financial support from The John Moran Educational Trust. The supports has not only allowed me to attend the university of my choice but has dramatically reduced the financial pressure on both myself and my family. Thank You.
