Cover Letter Sample for Ireland Student Visa

The Visa Officer

Embassy of Ireland

Sub: Application in response to study permit refused on 11.01.2022 (32057632)

Respected Sir/ Madam,

I am Parveen Sethi, an Indian national bearing a passport number <add number>, thank you for stating my purpose of visiting Ireland. I am a qualified individual who has graduated in computer applications and even brushed up my skill set by offering rigorous coaching services to students. My desire to contribute to the Indian IT sector in a meaningful manner has prompted me to upgrade my existing qualifications by pursuing an MSc in Information Systems and Computing. For this, I have chosen to study at the renowned Dublin Business School in Ireland. I have received admission to the study program. Through this application, I intend to offer valid reasoning in favour of my candidature as a genuine temporary entrant in Ireland.

Academic and professional background

Since childhood, I displayed great attributes of analytical and logical abilities. Hence, I passed secondary school with an overall CGPA of 9.9 in 2015 and senior secondary school with 77.6% in 2017. Due to my strong inclination toward information and technology, I completed a Bachelor of Computer Applications from the University of Delhi, obtaining 68.76%.  During my bachelor’s study program, I learned Objected Oriented Programming using C++, Database Management Systems, Data Structures, Digital Electronics, Computing and Programming in C, etc. All of these subjects have been pivotal in my understanding of computing and logic. As active as a student I am, I have been curious to keep my skills elevated. Hence, I began giving out tuition in Math, Computer, English, and Science as a freelancer at home and local coaching centers. This also helped me earn a monthly sum of about INR 27,600. Not only did this help me support my studies and expenditures, but I also learned the art of savings at a tender age. However, during the BCA program, I received two backlogs, one in math during my second year and the other in PHP during the final year, due to the health issues of my father as he was hospitalized and I was taking care of him. My entire world was shaken up as I saw my father in the hospital. However, as dedicated as I am toward my studies, I cleared my backlog in the first attempt and passed my graduation with first division. Also, with my graduate degree, I added one more certification in full-stack web development which I did from UnitedSoft Training Pvt. Limited in 6 months. My entire academic journey and work exposure have been rewarding. However, coaching students has always been my side thing. My primary objective is to make a career in the IT sector. Hence, I have decided to upgrade my existing set of qualifications from a generic BCA program to an MSc in Information Systems with Computing from Ireland.  Therefore, I have also prepared myself for the PTE examination, obtaining an overall score of 54. This convinces me to have seamless communication throughout my studies in Ireland.

Why Ireland?

Having researched a lot about international study destinations, I finalized studying in Ireland due to its weightage on multiculturalism and zero discrimination. It is one of the best countries, be it from the tourist perspective or for studies. Also, the ratio of Indian students in Ireland convinces me to have a comfortable stay here during my studies. Furthermore, it will add to my international exposure while also teaching me practical aspects that are not encouraged in my home country. I have therefore decided to pursue further studies in Ireland and not India.

Why Dublin Business School?

As the Dublin Business School offers a well-thought-out curriculum in Data Analytics and Visualization, Web Development, and Programming for Information Systems, I am confident to derive positive outcomes. DBS is one of the best colleges in Ireland, which attracts thousands of students each year to quench their thirst for further studies.

Financial establishments and reasons to return home

Considering my financial establishment to fund my studies, I wish to reveal that my father runs family businesses in various domains. He has enough fixed and liquid assets (up to 57 lacs INR) to fund my studies. Therefore, he has sponsored my education abroad and paid a tuition fee of 17,800 Euros. Besides my father, my family comprises my mother, who is a homemaker. I am strongly tied to my roots, and I am willing to return home to take care of my parents as they will need my support as they get older.

Career goals

Regarding the career opportunities in India, I can sum up India as the fastest-growing IT economy in the world. Technology has taken a leap ahead in all sectors, and I am sure I will get equal employment opportunities and growth in this domain if I specialize in information systems and computing. After returning to India, I aim to work in consulting firms or technical giants like Microsoft, Infosys, Wipro, etc. With this qualification and added expertise, I am focusing on securing employment as a Software Engineer, Data Analyst, or Data Scientist in the IT sector.

Conclusion

Based on my future goals and genuine intentions to return home, I am hopeful that I will be granted a study permit. Hence, I seek your support in validating my candidacy as a genuine temporary entrant in Ireland.  Thank you in advance.

Yours Sincerely, 

Parveen Sethi