referee's report form

REFEREE’S REPORTConfidential Reference for an Applicant for admission to study an Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught or Research course at the University of Leeds. Please note, the Applicant must complete Section A before forwarding the report to the Referee. The Referee should then complete and endorse Section B with a signature/stamp and return the reference in a sealed envelope.To: (A pplicant to complete School details) ………………………………………………………………. University of Leeds, Leeds, England, LS2 9JTSection A – to be completed by the Applicant Section B – to be completed by the RefereeApplicant Details Referee DetailsFamily Name Family NameOther Name(s) Other Name(s)Title TitleProgramme of Study applied for How long have you known the Applicant?School/Department applied to In what capacity do you knowthe Applicant?If this is an academicreference, please state theacademic institution in whichyou are/were employedE-mail/telephone numberThe Applicant named above has applied to study at the University of Leeds and has named you as a Referee. We would be most grateful if you could let us know confidentially whether in your opinion the Applicant possesses the necessary academic and personal qualities to undertake such a course.In addition, it would be helpful if you could provide us with the following information, in as far as you are able:•The standard, actual or anticipated, of the applicant’s current/previous academic work•Your opinion and expectations of the applicant’s ability in research and writing•Your opinion of the suitability of the proposed field of study/research area for the applicant•Your opinion of the extent to which the applicant’s personal circumstances make them a suitable recipient of a ScholarshipIn order to assist the Applicant in receiving a prompt decision about their application we would be grateful if you could return the reference within 10 working days.REFERENCEACADEMIC/CHARACTER (please delete as appropriate)Institution StampPlease continue on a separate sheet if necessarySigned ………………………………………………………………………………………….. Date …………………………………………………………(Referee)Please return the completed reference to the relevant Admissions Office in the School or Faculty in which the Applicant wishes to undertake study.。

Documents to Support an ApplicationPlease read the following carefully and you are strongly advised to submit the required documents to the Graduate School on or before the application deadline. The reviewer(s) will consider your application based on the information and documents submitted and it is your responsibility to provide accurate and sufficient information. Documents/information submitted/uploaded after the deadline may not be considered. For applicants who wish to apply for admission to the Hong Kong Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences, please note that extra documents are required in support of your application and click here for details.The University views any act of plagiarism as of the utmost seriousness and it is a form of academic misdemeanour that the University will not tolerate. The University, when appropriate, will conduct a plagiarism check on the research proposal (for all applicants), proposed research plan & past research experience and vision statement (for HKPF applicants) submitted. The result of the plagiarism check will be taken into consideration when the Department, Faculty and Graduate School review the application. The application may be deemed unsuccessful if plagiarised materials are identified in the application.To ensure successful uploading of the supporting documents onto the system, the files should be in PDF or JPEG format. The uploading function is best operated with Internet Explorer 6.0.A maximum total file size of 50MB is allowed for each application and each file should not exceed 1.5 MB in size. In order to support the University's environmental friendlyinitiatives, documents uploaded to the system should NOT be delivered to the Graduate School by post in duplicate. If it is required that official copy of the documents should be sent to the Graduate School direct (e.g. the official score reports of English language proficiency tests, GMAT/GRE etc.), please make the request to the organization concerned as soon as possible.1. Certificates and complete transcripts of undergraduate and postgraduate studiesPlease upload official certificates and complete official transcripts of yourundergraduate and postgraduate studies. The back side of the transcript(s) should also be provided if it contains information on the grading system. Documents which are not in English should be accompanied by a formally translated version in English. If it is the policy of your institution that the transcript should remain confidential, please requestyour institution to send it directly to the HKU Graduate School.For current undergraduate or postgraduate students: it is to your advantage to let ushave a photocopy of the interim transcript showing the results of courses you have so far completed.For qualifications obtained from HKU (except HKU SPACE): Certified certificates andofficial transcripts are not required. If you are a graduate, you are requested to upload a photocopy of the transcript; if you are a current student, you are requested to upload a photocopy of the printout of your examination results from the Student InformationSystem (SIS) or your examination result slips.If you need to do the calculation of the GPA / Average Mark / Average Grade by using the template provided in the Online Application System, please convert the file(s) to PDF format and upload the file(s) as supporting document for verification. Yourapplication may not be considered if you failed to do so.2. Statement of research interest or research proposalPlease upload a statement of research interest or a research proposal in PDFformat according to the requirements of the Faculty and programme for which you will apply. Please click here for details. In general, a statement of research interest should include your reasons for undertaking graduate work at HKU while a research proposal should include the background, the objectives and the methodology/approach you propose to take in studying the subject matter.3. Two academic referee's reportsTwo academics who are familiar with your academic achievements will be invited to complete the online academic referee's report for you. Please provide the details of referees, including the email address, in the RPg Online Application System. You can also check the status of the referee reports online at http://www.hku.hk/gradsch/status.Authentication may be carried out and your application may be disqualified if forged reports are found.4. Official score report of one of the following English language proficiency tests(for applicants from institutions outside HK where the language of instruction andexamination is not entirely in English).The English language proficiency requirements of different faculties are detailed as follows:(Note: Applicants who took the TOEFL should request the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to send an official score report to the University direct. Original or certified copy of the Examinee's score record will not be accepted.)o International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (taken within a two-year period)Faculty of Arts except the Centre of Buddhist Studies : Band 7 with nosubtest lower than 5.5Other Faculties: Band 6 with no subtest lower than 5.5o TOEFL/IELTS score report cannot be substituted by CET-6/TEM-8o Overseas General Certificate of Education (GCE)o International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)o Cambridge Test of Proficiency in English Language (CPE)All Faculties: Grade C or above5. Official score report of the GMAT or GRE (taken within a five-year period)(ONLY for applicants to the Faculty of Business & Economics) (Institution codes: GMAT - FS2-WL-48; GRE - 2482)6. Official score report of the GRE Subject Test in Psychology (taken within a five-yearperiod) with a minimum score of 550(ONLY for applicants to the Department of Psychology if they do not have a first degree in Psychology) (Institution code: GRE - 2482)7. Other documentsOther documents which the applicants would like to bring to the attention of theUniversity, e.g. list of publications, documentary evidence of academic awards received and professional qualifications, and summary of relevant experience.。

报实盘信函范文英文格式The importance of maintaining accurate and transparent financial records cannot be overstated in the world of business. One of the key components of this process is the regular issuance of account statements, which serve as a comprehensive summary of a client's financial transactions over a specific period. A well-crafted account statement not only provides valuable information to the client but also demonstrates the professionalism and attention to detail of the financial institution or service provider.In the context of an account statement, the term "sample letter" refers to a standardized format or template that can be used as a guide for generating these important documents. This sample letter serves as a blueprint, ensuring that the account statement adheres to industry best practices and includes all the necessary information in a clear and concise manner.The primary purpose of an account statement is to provide the client with a detailed record of their financial activities, including deposits, withdrawals, interest earned or fees incurred, and the current balanceof their account. By presenting this information in a structured and easy-to-understand format, the account statement empowers the client to effectively manage their finances, reconcile their records, and identify any discrepancies or unauthorized transactions.The structure of a typical account statement sample letter can be broken down into several key components. The header of the document should clearly display the name of the financial institution, the client's name and account number, as well as the reporting period covered by the statement. This information serves as a quick reference point for the client and ensures that the statement is directly relevant to their specific account.The body of the account statement should be organized in a clear and logical manner, with each transaction listed in chronological order and accompanied by relevant details such as the date, description, and the amount debited or credited. This level of detail not only provides the client with a comprehensive record of their financial activity but also enables them to easily reconcile their own records and identify any potential errors or unauthorized transactions.In addition to the transaction details, the account statement should also include a summary of the account balance, including the opening balance, total credits and debits, and the closing balance.This information is crucial for the client to understand the overall state of their account and to monitor their financial position over time.One of the key aspects of a well-designed account statement sample letter is the inclusion of clear and concise explanations of any fees, charges, or other account-related information. This not only enhances the transparency of the financial institution's operations but also helps the client to better understand the various components that contribute to the overall account balance.Furthermore, the account statement should be presented in a visually appealing and easy-to-read format. This can be achieved through the use of clear and legible typography, appropriate spacing and alignment, and the strategic use of color and other design elements to highlight important information. By ensuring that the account statement is both informative and visually engaging, the financial institution can enhance the client's overall experience and foster a stronger sense of trust and confidence in the institution's services.In addition to the standard account statement, many financial institutions also offer supplementary information or services to their clients. This can include historical account statements, detailed transaction reports, or even customized financial analysis andprojections. By providing these additional resources, the financial institution demonstrates its commitment to supporting the client's financial management needs and enhancing their overall experience.In conclusion, the sample letter of an account statement is a crucial tool in the world of financial services. By adhering to industry best practices and presenting the client's financial information in a clear, concise, and visually appealing manner, the financial institution can foster a strong and lasting relationship with its clients. As the financial landscape continues to evolve, the importance of effective account statement management will only continue to grow, underscoring the need for financial institutions to prioritize this aspect of their operations.。

⾹港⼤学研究⽣申请-英⽂版ApplicationforAdmission Application for AdmissionGeneral Qualifications for AdmissionThe basic qualification necessary for admission to research postgraduate studies is a good honours degree from this University or an equivalent qualification from a comparable institution. In addition, certain degree courses have more specific requirements. Qualifying examinations to test the applicants’ abilities to follow the prescribed courses and/or interviews may be conducted. Applicants with qualifications other than an honours degree are considered on their individual merits. Applicants who wish to be admitted to higher degrees on the basis of a qualification from a university or a comparable institution outside Hong Kong where the language of teaching and/or examination is not English are required to obtain the following:(a) a minimum score in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) as specified below:Paper-based test - An overall score of 550 or above- Additional requirement for applicants to the Faculty of Arts except the School of Chinese and the Centre of Buddhist Studies: 4 or above in the Test of Written English (TWE)Internet-based test - An overall score of 80 or above- Additional requirement for applicants to the Faculty of Arts except the School of Chinese and the Centre of Buddhist Studies: 25 or above in the Writing sectionor(b) a minimum overall band of 6 with no subtest lower than 5.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic module) (applicants of admission to read for an MPhil or a PhD degree in the Faculty of Arts except the Centre of Buddhist Studies are required to obtain an overall band of 7 with no subtest lower than 5.5 in the IELTS); or(c) grade C or above in the Overseas General Certificate of Education (GCE); or(d) grade C or above in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE); or(e) grade C or above in the Cambridge Test of Proficiency in English Language (CPE);unless in exceptional circumstances when they are exempted from this requirement.Since places for research postgraduate studies are limited, it may not be possible to offer admission to all qualified applicants.Application Closing DatesAdmission DetailsGuide to Application for Admission to MPhil/PhD Programmes, 2016-2017The application period for admission in 2016-17 commenced on September 1, 2016and the application dates are as follows:* For application in Main Round onlyThe main round of applications for research degrees will be invited in September 1, 2013 and the closing date will be December 2, 2016. Clearing round applications may be invited after the main round if there are study places left, and the closing dates for these rounds will be April 30, 2017and August 31, 2017 respectively. Applicants are therefore advised to apply early.Application Round Application PeriodHong Kong PhD Fellowship (HKPF) Initial application to the Research Grants Council (RGC):September 2 noon –December 2, 2016 noonFull application to HKU:September 1 –December 2, 2016Main Round September 1, 2013 –December 2, 20161st Clearing Round December 3, 2013 –April 30, 20172nd Clearing Round May 1, 2014 –August 31, 2017* For further details on the HKPF Scheme, please visit the RGC’s website(/doc/db3d5ba3aff8941ea76e58fafab069dc502247c4.html .hk/hkphd)MPhil candidates may commence their studies either on September 1, 2017 or January 1, 2018, while PhD candidates may commence their studies on the first day of any calendar month during the academic year. Applications should be made at least three months before the intended date of registration, allowing extra time as necessary for visa and other formalities.On-line Application Procedures, Application Fee and Supporting DocumentsSuggested Steps:Applicant Search potential supervisor(s) of your research areas*Contact potential supervisor(s) to discuss your proposed research areasOn-line Application for Admission* For details of major research areas, contact persons and postgraduate admissions advisors ineach Department and/or Faculty, please visit:http://www.hku.hk/gradsch/web/apply/guide1415/6.html.All applications and supporting documents have to be submitted via the on-line application system by the appropriate closing date as mentioned above. To submit an on-line application, please visit our website: www.hku.hk/gradsch/online. Application fees can be paid in two ways: (1) via the on-line application system by credit card at a discounted rate of HK$150 per application, or (2) by other means at the rate of HK$400 or US$53 per application [see section (e) below for details]. Application fees are non-refundable.Applicants who wish to apply for admission to more than one department should submit one complete set of the on-line application form and supporting documents for each proposed department of study.The University views any act of plagiarism as of the utmost seriousness and it is a form of academic misdemeanour that the University will not tolerate. To discourage plagiarism, the University will conduct a plagiarism check on the application materials submitted by the applicants, includingthe research proposal, research plan and vision statements (the latter two are only applicable for HKPF applications), before offer of admission. Proper referencing is needed in the preparation of research proposals. The result of the plagiarism check will be taken into consideration when the Department, Faculty and Graduate School review the application. The application may be deemed unsuccessful if plagiarised materials are identified.The application documents include the following:(a) On-line application form(b) On-line submission of certificates and complete transcripts of undergraduate and postgraduate studiesPlease upload certificates and complete transcripts of your undergraduate and postgraduate studies via the on-line application system. Applicants have to supply certified hard copies of academic certificates and transcripts upon request. Documents that are not in English should be accompanied by a formally translated version in English. If the policy of your institution is that the transcript should remain confidential, please request your institution to send it directly to the HKU Graduate School.For current undergraduate or postgraduate students: It is to your advantage to upload an interim transcript showing the results of courses you have completed so far.For qualifications obtained from HKU (except HKU SPACE): Certificates are not required but if you are a graduate, you are requested to upload your transcript with your on-line application; if you are a current student, you are requested to upload your examination results obtained from the Student Information System through HKU Portal or your examination result slips.(c) On-line submission ofstatement of research interest or research proposalWhether a statement of research interest or a research proposal is required depends on your proposed programme and department of study. Please click here for details.In general, a statement of research interest should include your reasons for undertaking graduate work at HKU, while a research proposal should include the background, the objectives and the methodology/approach you propose to take in studying the subject matter.(d) Two on-line academic referee’s reportsPlease invite two people who are familiar with your academic achievements to complete the academic referee's report on-line. After you have submitted your application, an email, which includes a link generated by the HKU computer system, will be sent to your referees inviting them to complete the referee’s report on-line. Please provide complete and accurate information of the referees, including email addresses, in the application form.(e) Proof of payment of application fee (this is not required if payment is made via the on-line application system)Local applicants: Please deposit the amount of HK$400 to any branch of HSBC (account no.:002-222834-014 (Ref: 4001)) or transfer the amount to the account using an ATM machine (account no.: 002-222834-014) and submit the original customer copy of the Account Deposit Form or the ATM customer advice with your application. Overseas applicants: Please pay by bank draft of HK$400 or US$53 payable to “The University of Hong Kong”.Note: Please write your full name and proposed department of study on the back of the pay-in-slip or bank draft for identification purposes. Cash will NOT be accepted.Applicants are encouraged to pay the application fee via the on-line application system by credit card, at a discounted rate of HK$150.(f) Official score report of TOEFL, IELTS or other English language proficiency tests as specified in the above section “General Qualifications for Admission” (for applicants from institutions o utside HK where the language of instruction and examination is not entirely in English)Applicants should request the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to send an official score report to the University direct. The original or a certified copy of the Exam inee’s score record will not be accepted. For this purpose, the TOEFL code of the University is 9671 and please use 99 as the department code for sending the official score report to the HKU Graduate School. [It is a policy of the TOEFL Policy Council to validate scores which are obtained within a two-year period. The University therefore accepts this two-year validity rule in the admission exercise.](g) Official score report of the GMAT or GRE (taken within a five-year period) (ONLY for applicants to the Faculty of Business & Economics) (Institution codes: GMAT – FS2-WL-48; GRE - 2482)(h) Official score report of the GRE Subject Test in Psychology (taken within a five-year period) with a minimum score of 550(ONLY for applicants to the Department of Psychology if they do not have a first degree in Psychology)(Institution code: 2482)(i) On-line submission of other documentsOther documents that applicants would like to bring to the attention of the University, e.g. list of publications, documentary evidence of academic awards and professional qualifications, and summary of relevant experience.If some of the supporting documents are not ready or available at the time of submission of applications, applicants should upload the documents via the on-line application system as soon as they are available, with their full name in English, the proposed curriculum and department of study and application number clearly written on the top right hand corner of each document. On or before the closing date, all supporting documents (except the referee reports) should be uploaded onto the on-line applicationsystem by the applicant; the referee reports will be submitted by the referees directly through the system on-line. Documents/Information submitted/uploaded after the closing date may not be considered.(j) All documents submitted in support of an application will be destroyed if the application is unsuccessful. Documents once submitted will not be returned. Do not send original or irreplaceable documents.(k) All documents will be vetted before a formal letter will be issued to the successful applicant. Any forged documents found shall render the application unsuccessful or conditional offer being withdrawn.Notes to Overseas ApplicantsCost of LivingOverseas applicants offered places may be required to show that they are able to support themselves financially throughout the course before they are allowed to commence their studies. It is very difficult to provide a precise estimate of the likely cost because it will vary from one person to another depending on the type of accommodation selected and other factors. Usually, the postgraduate scholarship is sufficient to cover food, lodging, general living expenses and tuition fees.AccommodationPostgraduate residences are available on campus or nearby and applications from overseas students are welcome. Students should contact the postgraduate residences directly for enquiries on vacancies and booking. Competition for places, however, is keen. For those unable to secure a residential place on campus, rental accommodation in the open market is also available. Admission to the University does not provide any guarantee of accommodation, which remains the responsibility of each student. It is therefore in the interest of overseas students to make definite arrangements for accommodation before arrival. Overseas students are advised to consult the Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS) on accommodation matters. Information on accommodation options for non-local students is available from CEDARS’ website: http://apps.cedars.hku.hk/pg_housingVisaAll non-local students must obtain a visa in order to study in Hong Kong.Students from overseasStudent visa applications should be submitted to the HK Immigration Department through the Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS) or local Chinese Embassy. All applicants for a student visa for the HKSAR are required to have a local sponsor. Students coming to HKU should request CEDARS to be the visa sponsor by completing the visa sponsorship application form obtainable from CEDARS. A cost recovery handling charge is required.PRC StudentsPRC students (with the exception of those with overseas permanent residency) must submit the student visa application and visa sponsorship application via the Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS).Visa Application ProceduresFor details on the visa application procedures, please visit CEDARS’ website:http://cedars.hku.hk/nonlocal/visa.html.Hong Kong Identity CardAll non-Hong Kong students who intend to stay for more than 6 months should obtain a Hong Kong Identity Card after their arrival.Other InformationOther information regarding our University’s support for international students can be viewed on-line:http://www.cedars.hku.hk/showext.php?id=cl_sissa.Coursework RequirementTo help students’ research work and preparation for writing their thesis, all MPhil and 4-Year PhD students are required to satisfactorily complete the four Graduate School modules and complete two to seventeen faculty/departmental courses before thesis submission. Students have to complete the four Graduate School compulsory modules and complete at least 50% of the faculty/departmental coursework requirements before the end of the probationary period. 3-year PhD students who register on September 1, 2011 and thereafter will be required to satisfactorily complete one Graduate School compulsory module on research ethics before the end of the probationary period.Graduate School Coursework Requirement for MPhil and 4-year PhD studentsThe Graduate School Core Courses are meant to equip students with generic knowledge on thesis writing and research methodologies. These courses are not meant to provide students with the discipline-specific knowledge that thefaculty/departmental courses will be able to provide.Requirements for students enrolled in or after September 2013:Four compulsory Graduate School modules:(i) Introduction to Thesis Writing(ii) Research Ethics for Graduate Students(iii) Transferable Skills(iv) Research MethodsInformation on course selection procedures, courses to be offered in different semesters and their timetables etc. are available at the Graduate School homepage:http://www.hku.hk/gradsch/web/student/course.Faculty/Departmental Coursework RequirementFaculty/School/Department/Centre Compulsory course(s)required Elective course(s) requiredFaculty of ArchitectureArchitecture 1 2Real Estate & Construction 1 2 Urban Planning & Design 1 2 Faculty of ArtsSchool of Chinese 2 0 School of English 3 1 School of HumanitiesComparative Literature0 3Fine Arts 2 1 History 4 0 Linguistics 2 1 Music For students enrolled after September 20124 (MPhil)2 (PhD)For students enrolled before September 20124 0 Philosophy 2 1 School of Modern Languages andCultures2 1 Centre for Applied English Studies 1 2Centre for the Humanities andMedicine0 3Faculty of Business & EconomicsSchool of Business 1 3School of Economics and Finance 3 (MPhil)12 (PhD) 3 (MPhil) 1 (PhD)Faculty of Dentistry 3 0 Faculty of EducationDivision of Speech & HearingSciences3 0All other Divisions 0 3 Faculty of EngineeringCivil Engineering 1 3 (MPhil)4(PhD) Computer Science For students enrolled from February 2013 onwards1 (MPhil)2 (PhD) 1 (MPhil)2 (PhD)For students enrolled betweenSeptember 2007 and January 20130 2-3 (MPhil)5-6 (PhD)Electrical & Electronic Engineering 1 3 (MPhil)4-5 (PhD)Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering 1 2 (MPhil) 4 (PhD)Mechanical Engineering 1 2 (MPhil)4 (PhD) Faculty of Law 1 2Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine0 3Faculty of Science FacultyCompulsory Department CompulsoryChemistry 1 1 2 Earth Sciences 1 1 2 Mathematics 1 1 3 Physics11 3For students enrolled beforeSeptember 2013: 1 compulsory course and2 elective coursesStatistics & Actuarial Science 1 1 3 School of Biological Sciences 112Faculty of Social Sciences Geography2 0 Politics & Public Administration 2 0 Psychology3(16 for PhD with a specialization in Clinical Psychology and EducationalPsychology)2 (MPhil)3 (PhD) (1 for PhD with a specialization in ClinicalPsychology and Educational Psychology)Social Work & Social Administration 2 2 Sociology4Teaching Centres and Institutes Centre of Buddhist Studies0 3 Hong Kong Institute of Humanities & Social Sciences (Inc. the Centre of Asian Studies)1 (MPhil)2 (PhD)2 (MPhil) 2 (PhD)Institute of Human Performance 0 3 Journalism and Media Studies Centre21 to2 unitsKadoorie Institute1 2 Social Sciences Research Centre1 2For a complete list of courses approved by the Board of Graduate Studies to be offered to research postgraduate students, please refer to the GS homepage at:http://www.gradsch.hku.hk/gradsch/web/student/course/gs/index.htm .Not all courses will be offered in every academic year. The coursework requirement is subject to change from time to time.Graduate School Coursework Requirement for 3-year PhD Students3-year PhD students who register on September 1, 2011 and thereafter are required to satisfactorily complete the Graduate School course Research Ethics for Graduate Students before the end of the probationary period if they have not yet completed equivalent training in previous research degree programmes. In addition, some Faculties/Schools/Departments may require 3-year PhD students to complete a number of courses as part of the degree requirement. Please consult theFaculty/School/Departmental Office for details.3-year PhD students may take the courses offered to MPhil and 4-year PhD students if they find that they are relevant to their studies. Once they are officially enrolled in a course, they will be assessed like all other students in class and their results including failures will be printed on their transcripts.English Enhancement OpportunitiesTo provide more English enhancement opportunities for research postgraduate students, the course GRSC6027 Intensive English for Postgraduate Students has been offered starting from September 2009. The TOFEL or IELTS scores of students admitted in the academic year 2009-10 and thereafter are used to identify their need for English enhancement, and those required to take the course will be notified individually by the Graduate School.AssessmentAll courses/modules taken by research postgraduate students are assessed on a pass/fail basis. Students who fail a course at the first attempt may be re-examined in the same course or an alternative course as determined by the Faculty Higher Degrees Committees. A student who has not satisfied the examiners in any course (which, for this purpose, includes the alternative course) in a second attempt may be required to discontinue his or her studies.Application for ExemptionStudents who have successfully completed the required course(s) or equivalent(s), either from The University of Hong Kong or a comparable institution, may apply for exemption of one or more course(s). Students will need to produce documentary evidence of having attended and passed the relevant course(s) with an equivalent standing in the University or other recognised academic institution. Exemption from courses is subject to the approval of the Board of Graduate Studies on a case-by-case basis, taking into account individual circumstances.Awards and Financial AssistanceUniversity Postgraduate FellowshipsThe University Postgraduate Fellowship (UPF) Scheme aims to attract top students worldwide and is available for selected new full-time PhD candidates with excellent academic performances. The fellowship is at a value of HK$70,000 on top of the Postgraduate Scholarships. Applicants in their finalyear of undergraduate study may also apply for the UPF. The deadline for application is December 2, 2013.There is no separate on-line application form for UPF. Applicants who have applied for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship will be automatically considered for the award of UPF. They are required to submit a short essay on-line on why they should be awarded the UPF.Fees and Living Expenses。

Tittle subtitlenamedate1. Executive SummaryThe executive summary provides a synopsis of the report. It should include: ∙ A statement on the purpose of the report – what it sets out to achieve∙ A brief outline of the scope of the report and/or researchmethodology∙An outline of the major issues or findings covered in the report∙An outline of the major conclusions and recommendations of the report.The executive summary should not include new information nor should it be used as an introduction to the report.As the executive summary is a summary of the report, it should ALWAYS be the LAST section of the report writtenTable of Contents1. Executive Summary 0Table of Contents (1)2. Introduction or Background (2)3. Scope of Report or Research Objectives (3)4. Research Methodolgy (4)4.1 Primary Sources4.2 Secondary Sources5. Detailed Findings (5)5.1 First Draft5.2 Second Draft6. Conclusions and Recommendations (6)6.1 Conclusion6.2 Recommendations7. Bibliography (8)APPENDIX (9)2. Introduction or BackgroundIt may include an outline of the terms of reference or the reasons for the decision to write the report (see below).Explain the background to the issue/problem/topic (this could be the history, etc. that helps us understand the issue/problem/topic.What are the different points of view/opinions about the issue/problem/topic? What is likely to happen in the future?This report was requested by a number of students having difficulty understanding how to write a report.This report aims to give students a plan to follow when preparing their material and an example of the layout of a report.The material for this report was gathered from various books and web sites which will be referred to later. This format is not the only way to write a report. It is written especially for students undertaking Academic English. However it can be a useful guide to any student in any subject.3. Scope of Report or Research Objectives Outline the purpose of your report.The scope of the report should define major issues or research objectives to be addressed by the report.If in doubt, ask you teacher. They may be able to help you find the right place to look for information.4. Research MethodologyMost reports will include:∙ 4.1 primary sources of information –surveys, questionnaires∙ 4.2 secondary sources of information –books, internetThis section needs to detail how the information for the report was obtained and any limitations. The place to start is in your own head. How much do you already know about the topic? Write everything down.Use the library. Not just the internet. There are books, magazines, newspapers, and staff to help you. Take notes and organise the information ina folder.Remember to write down all the information about any book or web site, etc.for the bibliography: author, title, date published, publisher and placepublished (see Appendix B of this report).Note taking skills are necessary when reading information and you mustsummarise much of that information.5. Detailed FindingsThe largest section of the report– it will contain all the information and analysis, including tables, charts and diagrams.The body must be divided into logical sections and subsections with headings identical to those in the Table of Contents.It will include headings and sub-headings which reflect the contents of eachsection.Although a report starts with a synopsis do not start writing it until AFTER you finish the introduction, body and conclusion in that order.5.1 FIRST DRAFTDivide the body of the report into headings and subheadings, so each section can be written on its own. This makes the task seem easier.Use the passive voice (revise this section of English on Cue, Module 5). Use short sentences and simple, formal language. Include pictures if you want to make it more interesting e.g. ”Diagram 2 shows that……”Use your computer’s spell check and print preview where possible. Plan the pages carefully. Careless layout will lose marks. Check grammar andpunctuation.When referencing a book, etc. in your writing remember quoting directly must use quotation marks e.g. “There are many reasons why people visitAustralia…..” (Smith 2012).Indirect quotes (paraphrasing): Smith (2012) says there are many differentreasons people want to visit Australia.Save two copies: one on your computer and one on a USB. Lost work meansstarting again.5.2 SECOND DRAFTProducing the second draft is not hard once your first draft of the report isedited, typed and saved.6. Conclusion and RecommendationsThis is a summary of the main findings of the report, especially those that are for the reader/client.Conclusion should tell what the detailed findings mean for the reader/client in relation to the scope of the report or research objectives.The recommendations should list the action that you recommend should betaken based on these conclusions.6.1 CONCLUSIONIt is hoped this guide will benefit students in at least two ways. Firstly, to givea step by step method to report writing. Secondly, it is to be used as anexample of report writing.The process of report writing is obviously a long and complex one. Each step should be completed before moving on to the next one. Do NOT put off starting to research and write just because it is difficult.Make sure the information in the report is relevant to the topic and discusses the issues mentioned in the introduction.6.2 RECOMMENDATIONS+ Take one step at a time+ Do not waste time+ Use all the resources available+ Talk to your teacher if in doubt+ Start now7 BIBLIOGRAPHYThe bibliography is an alphabetical list of references used in preparation of the reportStudents should refer to their textbook for guidelines on how to correctlyreference information sources.Jordan, R.R (1990) Academic Writing Course, Collins ELT, London.Mangubhai, Francis and Pritchard, R (1996) English on Cue, USQ,Toowoomba..au/ecologicalfootprint/globalfootprint/index.aspAPPENDIXThe appendices section is for material that is relevant and is referred to in the report, but is too long or is not necessary to be included in the body of the report.Examples: QuestionnaireAppendices to be labelled: Appendix A, Appendix B etc.WRITING A BIBLIOGRAPHYTake careful note of the order in which the information appears below –alphabetically! The format is different for books, magazines and internet. Most entries begin with an author but if not then the title, etc. is shown.1.0 BOOKSAuthor’s family name, initial or first name, (date of publication), title in italics, name of publisher, place where published.Barron, M L (2010) Business Finance, McGraw-Hill, Sydney. Kitchen, P D (Ed.) (1997) Business Law: Fundamentals, Thompson, London.Brown, M and White, P (2000) Writing Assignments, Thomas Nelson,Melbourne.2.0 JOURNALS/MAGAZINES/NEWSPAPERSAuthor’s family name, initial or first name, (date of publication),“title of article”, name of journal in italics, volume number, (issue number), pp. numbers. Smith, B (2002) “Can you write an essay?” ,Education Times, 64, (10), pp. 24-28.Mitchell, Ben (2000) “Students fail English test”, Xin Hua, 13 September, p. 5.3.0 Web SitesAuthor’s family name, first name/initial, (date of publication), title of page initalics, URL, date accessed. OrTitle of page, URL, date accessed.Quinion, M, (1996) Citing online sources.Advice on online citations formats /articles/citation.htm (Accessed 7.9.2013) Information resource, .au/visas (Accessed 20/10/2012)阅读使人充实，会谈使人敏捷，写作使人精确。

今天收到邮件，我的一篇Journal of Applied Physics 论文已被接收，心情当时还是有点激动。

虽然这个杂志的影响因子不是很高，大概2.2左右吧，这也不是我的第一篇SCI论文，但回想这一年发文章的坎坎坷坷，以及亲身经历的四川大地震，心里还是有很多的感触。

这篇论文是我在2008年二月份完成的最初稿，于二月九号投到Physics Letters A上，在经历了Technical check，with editor，under review后，于三月二十号收到编辑的决定信，当时就傻了－拒稿！受打击了。

下面是编辑的信以及审稿意见，我想把它贴出来与虫友们分享，一方面我认为，通过看审稿人的意见，可以帮助大家更好地写作，提高自己的科研水平和能力，另一方面也是答谢小木虫上很多无私的虫友们，是他们将自己的投稿经历贴在网上，与大家分享，我想我没有理由不拿出来哈！同时，也希望小木虫的虫子们能继续发扬这种精神，大家同舟共济，共同提高！好了，废话说了一大堆，不说了，下面是Physics Letters A 的审稿意见：Ms. Ref. No.: ××××××Title: ×××××Physics Letters ADear professor ××,Reviewers' comments on your work have now been received. You will see that they are advising against publication of your work. Therefore I must reject it.For your guidance, I append the reviewers' comments below.Thank you for giving us the opportunity to consider your work.Yours sincerely,×××（编辑名）EditorPhysics Letters AReviewers' comments:Reviewer #2: ManuscriptThe authors present results of the 3D electron potential ofa gated quantum point contact in a AlGaAs/GaAs heterostructure.In contrast to earlier studies, it is now possible to derive thepotential landshape without any adjustable parameter. The resultsstill agree with earlier investigations using simpler phenomenologicalmodels. Since the used nextnano3 program is available since acouple of years, I wonder why this has not been done earlier.The authors emphasize an application of their results. Havingthe complete potential landshape might help, in the future,to better understand the quantized acoustoelectric current inSETSAW devices and to improve their performance.However, the authors do not show or even discuss how this canbe achieved. Therefore I believe that in the present form the paperis not suitable for publication.The authors should consider the following suggestions, questions,and remarks.1) Page 1, first paragraph'... due to the negatively applied gate voltage ...'. It is the SAWthat drives the electrons through the contact, not the gate voltage.Maybe replace this sentence by '..., depending on the applied gatevoltage'.2) Page 3, paragraph starting with 'Generally, the quantized ...''... with fixed x = 1050 nm and ...'. Skip the '.0'. One could addthat this is exactly at the center of the device.3) At the end of the same paragraph is '... once the bias is below ...'Should this not be the gate instead of the bias voltage?4) Page 4, paragraph starting with 'As we know, in the ...''... To be different from previous calculations ...' replace by'... In contrast to previous calculations ...'.5) The strongly different behaviour above and below the pinch-offvoltage is not obvious for the non-experts. All curves look moreor less the same. One could, for example, add another figure, orinsert, to show the potential height versus gate voltage.6) How do these theoretical results of potential height versus gatevoltage compare with experiments? There exists at least onereport to determine the potential height of quantum-point contactsbelow pinch-off as function of gate voltage (Gloos et al., Phys.Rev. B 73, 125326 (2006)). Possibly, one could also compare thepresent data with 3D simulations of quantum dots (Vasileska et al., Semicond. Sci. Technol. 13, A37 (1998)).7) Figure 1，It would be better to mark the distance between the two metal gatesas the relevant parameter, and not the size of one gate.8) Figure 3The numbering of the two density axes looks rather odd. Could it notbe done with integers, like 3 instead of 3.2 or 3.0?9) Figure 5 (b)Should there not be an anomaly or kink in the potential near the Fermilevel?在仔细读了审稿人的意见后，我觉得审稿人提出的5）和6)意见非常好，后来自己想想，决定把文章来个彻底的修改。

particulars of two characterrefereesI am unable to provide you with a specific example of over 400 words for the particulars of two character referees because the specific content of the referee report may vary depending on the referee's personal evaluation and the requirements of the evaluation. However, I can give you a general framework and some key points to consider when writing the particulars of two character referees:1. Introduction: Briefly introduce the referees and their relationship with the person being evaluated.2. Character Traits:- Describe the first referee's character traits, such as integrity, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork skills.- Provide specific examples or incidents to support each trait.3. Professional Abilities:- Evaluate the first referee's professional abilities, including their knowledge, skills, and experience in their field.- Mention any achievements, certifications, or recognition they have received.4. Interpersonal Skills:- Discuss the first referee's interpersonal skills, such as communication, leadership, and collaboration abilities.- Provide examples of how they handle人际 relationships and work with others.5. Conclusion: Summarize the overall evaluation of the first referee and their suitability for the role or task at hand.6. Repeat the above steps for the second referee, providing similar details and examples.Remember to keep the reports objective, provide specific examples, and highlightboth the strengths and areas for improvement of the referees. The length of the report will depend on the complexity of the evaluation and the amount of detail you wish to include.。