Hi everyone, wondering if anyone might be able to advise.
I’m currently putting an application together for a masters.
My undergraduate degree was in a relevant area and I would say I have an aptitude for the subject. (Was always top of my class at school and got 100% in my A Level in the subject). However looking back at my academic transcript, I can see that it might raise some questions (or at least might not thoroughly demonstrate ability).
Although I got a 2:1 overall, there were some challenging personal circumstances early on in my degree (an unexpected bereavement in unusual circumstances) which definitely impacted some modules, in particular my second year. Some elements I missed and others were just extremely late which wiped out the high marks I actually received for the work itself, resulting in a crop of modules in the 40-55 range.
I can see that for a third party it might just look like I don’t find the subject very easy?
Now I’m wondering if I should include some additional information about this or if this unnecessary or might even be counterproductive? (To be honest in a way I’d rather not mention it really as it feels ‘excusey’ and was some time ago – but if it would be likely to raise questions otherwise then I would).
Just wondering if anyone can advise or has any personal experience or insight? Many TIA!