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Becoming A Psychologist: A Career Analysis
There are two factors which help me take responsibility for my own learning; the fact that I enjoy learning and that I want to become a neurologist in the near future, an aspiration which I have thought about ever since I started secondary school. Both of my parents haven’t been to university so I would like to make them proud. I took early entry GCSE exams for chemistry last year and attained an A overall, a grade which I worked hard for. Success in the academic field isn’t easy, it requires boundless resilience, hard work and focus, all of which grow as you progress to the next stage. I am willing to put in all of the work needed and much more not only be successful, but excellent in my field and being able to look back at a worthy life.
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