I have been around computers for as long as I can remember, hence I was able to witness what
computer machinery and software are capable of. I'm one that has been intrigued by the
advancement of technology around me, that's been linking me, to you and everyone else. The
influence programmers have on a global scale fascinates me which has given me a driven desire
to do a computer science course at university.

I have always had an interest in playing video games and as I grew older, this transformed
into an aspiration to learn their developments and inner workings. I wish to participate in
their creativity and innovate games myself, so I carefully explored the games I wanted to
alter, and I first changed some of the graphics, and later the gameplay itself. When I started
studying programming at school I took to it very quickly and worked on various projects. I
made my own 2D-platformer game using Python and PyGame which had a fully functioning graphical
user interface. I could make a graphic character that was able to do basic instructions such
as move left right and jump with the use of the arrow keys and space bar. I was also able to
make simple Minecraft Mods with the use of Java. From this experience, I've learnt that
programming is not just about how to create a software that works, it's more about how to
overcome problems by de-bugging errors that I come across during the process of making it and
after making it. This gave me an improved understanding on game development and the system
lifecycle.
GCSE Computing is which has ultimately led me to this deep interest in problem solving as it
gave me the basic skills required to program software and jump start my interest in
programming. My AS-Levels in Mathematics and Further Mathematics has enabled me to extensively
advance my numerical and problem-solving skills, which are essential for a career in computer
science. It also taught me skills and understanding in areas such as algorithms, graph theory,
decision, trigonometry and algebra. My mathematical knowledge will assist me in creating my
own algorithms and computational methods. Moreover, I believe that mechanics and physics are
going to be great assets to computer science as these can be incorporated very easily in AI or
even electronic products. I have analyzed games such as Angry Birds and 8 Ball Pool to find
out what the relations between the real-life physics and the game physics are in order to see
whether there is any realistic feel in the game. I have found that there are many visual
manipulation techniques that make games seem very realistic such as the use of trigonometry on
a screen. I'm interested in whether I can replicate simulations of what I've learnt in Physics
through software during my time at university.

Due to my family origin, I can understand and speak fluent Tamil, German and English. This has
helped me feel comfortable talking to new individuals and present ideas better to my team
members. My hobbies include playing and watching football regularly with friends to stay fit
and healthy. My favorite video games are MOBA games such as League of Legends which is a PC
strategy game involving logical and critical thinking, reflexes, and the ability to make
on-spot decisions.

Overall, I believe that computer science is the right pathway for me as I am a highly
motivated individual for computers and programming. I am an intellectual person who enjoys
solving difficult problem mathematically and logically. I love exploring new developments and
todays growth in modern technology. My problem-solving skills and analytical skills allow me
to identify problems and come up with the relevant technological solution to address it, which
I believe is at the core of a computer science course.