In this blog post, I will explain why I chose electrical engineering as my major, outline my academic plans for college, and discuss my career plans after graduation.
Reasons for Choosing This Major
How does a clock work? How do toy cars move? As a child, I was always curious about how moving objects functioned. So, I would often take clocks and toys apart. Although I understood the principles, I was clumsy at reassembling them, so I frequently ended up breaking them.
This interest did not fade as I entered my teenage years; I continued to be fascinated by machines, and moving objects in particular were always a focus of my attention. While searching for a major based on these aptitudes, I discovered Electrical Engineering. Within that field, electrical energy—as a solution to future energy challenges—made a particularly strong impression on me. I was drawn to the fact that it is the energy that makes things move, and to the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing issue of alternative energy.
With energy issues constantly arising due to resource depletion, I think about how rewarding and enjoyable it would be to study the development of electrical energy—an alternative energy source—while leveraging my aptitude and interests. They say people are happiest when they are doing what they love. I hope to major in a field that aligns with my aptitudes and interests, enjoy a fulfilling college life, and achieve my dreams.
Academic Plan and Goals
I believe it is essential to build a solid foundation in basic science during my first and second years. Therefore, I will study foundational courses and subjects that will serve as a basis for my future studies. Additionally, I plan to take various liberal arts courses to develop the humanities background that engineering students often lack. I have heard that all fields of study are converging these days, and I understand that outstanding results emerge from such interdisciplinary processes.
In my junior and senior years, I will build upon this foundation to delve deeper into my major. At the same time, I intend to dedicate myself to studying English to keep pace with the times. Since I believe English is essential for understanding global trends, I will focus on cultivating my English proficiency throughout my college years. Alongside my major studies, I plan to actively engage in social activities and improve my interpersonal skills through diverse social experiences and club activities. I will also continue the volunteer work at rehabilitation centers that I have been doing since high school, taking time to specifically consider how I can contribute to society as an engineering student. As I advance to my senior years, I hope to establish a group where I can conduct research and practical training based on what I have learned so far. By creating such a major-specific society, I will strive to become a well-prepared engineering graduate before I graduate.
Post-Graduation Plans
After graduation, I plan to pursue graduate studies to deepen my knowledge. I recognize that researching alternative energy is by no means an easy task, so I believe further study will be necessary. While conducting research on electrical energy—a field I am passionate about—I hope to have opportunities to learn advanced technologies and build my expertise through exchange programs, overseas training, or studying abroad in developed countries. If I am given such an opportunity, I hope to learn cutting-edge technologies and return to Korea to contribute to the nation’s energy development at a national research institute.
I believe that all academic pursuits only hold meaning when they contribute to society. Therefore, while this is my personal dream, I intend to hone my academic skills so that I can be of service to society. Since alternative energy is such a critical issue, it would be deeply rewarding if my efforts could contribute to the nation’s development. With this mindset, I plan to continue working hard on my research even after graduation.
Self-Introduction
I was quite an eccentric child—instead of simply exclaiming, “Wow, that’s amazing,” I would always wonder, “Why is that so fascinating?” Perhaps from my parents’ or teachers’ perspective, I was a tiresome child. I never let things slide; I always had that curiosity about “why.” That curiosity sometimes led me to break things at home or even get into dangerous situations, but I believe that creative ideas stem from that very curiosity, wonder, and spirit of inquiry.
If we simply accept what others say at face value, new ideas will never emerge. That is why I consider my eccentricity to be a strength. Fields like science, in particular, are disciplines that require the development of new things.
I believe that the field of science requires us to constantly ask questions in order to create something better than what we have now. I have no doubt that my curiosity and spirit of inquiry will eventually lead to creative ideas. I believe that great discoveries always come from things that seem a bit offbeat or even like mistakes. And I believe that this aspect of my personality will serve as the foundation for making great discoveries.
