STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The choice of a major for a graduate study is an important decision. This decision in
my case was not made in a day but is backed by a passion for general science and study of
communications all through my schooling and undergraduate study.
Right from my childhood, I had questioning eyes and art of analysis through
observation for the technologies surrounding our daily lives. I was fortunate to have begun
with a good early education and as I grew, my interests and ability were inclined towards the
physical nature of the universe. Science unraveled many a mystery for me, Mathematics
challenged me and gave me joy. Learning itself became key to my life.My school proved to
be the perfect platform to explore my creative abilities. I excelled in various games in my
school.They instilled healthy competition and leadership in me.My passion for music made
me learn violin. I have participated in several social science exhibitions, science fairs and
cultural events. My hobbies include playing violin, table tennis and swimming.
My interest in Mathematics and Physical Sciences prompted me to join in preUniversity course with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as main subjects. The field of
Electronics and Communications grew of interest to me gradually.I was delighted when my
father gifted me with a mobile phone. I felt elated and that the whole world is in my
hands.The Electronics field which has literally led to the shrinking of the whole world into
one global village and opened up new vistas of information sharing, has fascinated me.
The fascination for Electronics and Communications had developed into a latent
interest for knowing more and increasing my knowledge in this field. This led me to choose
Electronics and Communications as my majors for the Bachelors degree from University
College of Engineering, Osmania University, one of the reputed universities in India.In the
process of my involvement with Electronics and Communications over the past three and a
half years, I had a chance to observe very closely how rapid advances in this field have been
constantly changing the lives of so many people.
My undergraduate Study: The rigorous curriculum of our undergraduate program covered a
wide range of subjects fromMathematics, Computers, Electronics and Communications. It
included courses on Network theory, Pulse and Digital circuits, Basic Electrical Engineering,
Electromagnetic theory, Communications, Microprocessor and Microcontroller,Control
systems, Digital Signal Processing, IntegratedCircuits and Applications besides the intensive
lab work. The stress has been as much on design as on analysis, more on concepts than on
nomenclature. As a product of such a program, I consider myself special. In these three years
of my undergraduate study and through my practical work, I had gained considerable
expertise in Digital Image Processing, Embedded Systems and Communications. Keeping in
view the fast rate of obsolescence in this field, I have tried to keep myself abreast of the latest
trends by regular perusal of the journals.
The undergraduate program has given me a strong academic foundation and has
brought considerable maturity in my outlook on field of Electronics and Communications
through projects and seminars. I did my summer internship for eight weeks on Compressed
Sensing in which I understood the basic concepts of it. I am planning to do my final year
project on Super resolution using Compressed Sensing which is an extension to the
internship program.

Purpose of graduate study: An undergraduate course, though comprehensive in its

curriculum, provides limited scope for specialization. Much of the integration of advanced
technologies in any demanding field takes place only in a graduate program. Only then can
one fathom the depths of this field. Although I acquired knowledge of the basic concepts, my
subsequent exposure left me with deep sense to learn more. I am aiming at a comprehensive
and strong foundation of perspectives in the technology correlating Electronics and
Communication Engineering as a graduate study.
I have gone through the prospectus and brochures of some of the American
universities offering courses leading to MS in Electrical Engineering and with the
background material and information I could collect, I thought I will be profited to do MS in
your esteemed school. I consider myself eligible as per the norms laid down and that I
can perform well in the program with the kind of knowledge, skills and enthusiasm, I
have in the subject. Further with my proven communication skills, both at rhetoric and
syntactic levels, I am confident that I can participate and assist in the university
teaching as well as research projects.
I look upon the graduate program in your department as an avenue to hone my skills
and to help me reach the culmination of my scientific career. Excellence in any sphere of life
can be achieved through determination, and work, perseverance and dedication. With these
qualities in me, I will be able to cope with the curriculum with ease. Hard work coupled with
my never say die attitude would provide leverage for the fulfilment of my future endeavours.
I will strongly value an opportunity given to me and as mentioned, would give my
best to prove to be a value asset to the university. Hence, I request that my application be
considered for admission with any substantialfinancial-aid.

A RAMYA KRISHNA