1. Writing Self-Recommendations for JUPAS
Secondary 7

2. Introduction
For applicants with outstanding achievements in extracurricular activities
To provide a portfolio of extracurricular activities to the institutes he/she applies
To allow the institutes to consider the applicants' achievements in other areas in addition to their academic achievements

3. Introduction
Goal: to encourage students to participate in more extracurricular activities during their secondary studies
Deadline for submission: 28 February 2009 (Together with supporting documents)

4. Classifications of JUPAS Self-recommendations
Four categories:
International Award (e.g. Medal of / Representative in the Olympic Games)
Local Award (e.g. Representative in Inter-School Competitions)
School/Community Service (e.g. Prefect, Librarian)
Other Extra-curricular Activities (e.g. Music, Art)

5. What can a good self-recommendation do?
To show that…
You are interested in the course
You are qualified for the course
You are willing to take up the course
In a word…
You are the BEST person for the course!

6. What makes a good self-recommendation?
No more than 300 words
Clear and precise layout
Correct grammar and spelling
Organized paragraphs
Well-explained personal details (e.g. background, experience and personal qualities)
Polite and sincere

7. What does a good self-recommendation look like?
Opening Paragraph: Introduction
Which course do you want to apply for?
Where do you get to know the course?
Why are you right for the course?
Second Paragraph: Academic background
What is/are your favourite / best subjects in school?
Why are they useful for the course?
Any other trainings you had related to the course?

8. Academic Qualifications
level attained
internal results
external results
awards
scholarships
intellectual ability
language proficiency
English
Chinese
growth potential
industry
diligence

9. What does a good self-recommendation look like?
Third Paragraph: Extra-curricular Activities
Have you taken part in any extra-curricular activities?
Did you take up any positions in any school clubs or committees?
Have you organized or participated any special events related to the subject you are planning to study? (Details?)
How can they help your study in the course?

10. Skills Thinking Skills Power of Imagination Creativity Innovation
logical
organisational
analytical
critical
problem-solving
decision-making
Power of Imagination
Creativity
Innovation
Originality
Communication
Cooperation
Interpersonal
Leadership

11. What does a good self-recommendation look like?
Fourth Paragraph: Personal Qualities
What are your strengths?
How do they help your study in the course?
What are your weaknesses?
How will you overcome them?

12. Personality Traits Adaptability Initiative Assertiveness Leadership
Creativity
Diligence
Emotional Stability
Energy
Independence
Interpersonal Sensitivity
Initiative
Leadership
Motivation
Numeracy
Patience
Self-confidence
Trustworthiness

13. What does a good self-recommendation look like?
Fifth Paragraph: Future study plans + Conclusion
How would you plan for your study life if you got accepted by the course? (Conditional Sentences Type 2)
Conclusion: Ask for careful consideration of your application

14. Various Layouts of Self-recommendations
Arts stream:
Personal Qualities + Academic background + Extra-curricular Activities
Science stream:
Academic background + Extra-curricular Activities + Personal Qualities
Social Science / Business stream:
Extra-curricular Activities + Personal Qualities + Academic background
Sample: Sample Self-Recommendation.doc

15. The End