How to Write a Motivation Letter for Angola Brilliant Minds

The motivation letter is one of the most important parts of your application to the Angola Brilliant Minds Scholarship.

It is your voice — your chance to explain who you are, why you want this opportunity, and how you think about your future.

This article explains what to include, which language to use, common mistakes to avoid, and gives you a simple template to follow.

🎯 What Is the Motivation Letter (and Why It Matters)

The motivation letter helps the selection team understand:

• Your interest in STEM
• Your attitude toward learning
• Your ambition and maturity
• Your reason for applying, beyond grades

It is not a test of perfect writing.

It is a way to understand your mindset and potential.

🧱 What to Include (Simple Structure)

Your letter should be clear, honest, and personal.

You do not need to write a long or complicated text.

A good motivation letter includes four parts:

1️⃣ Who You Are

Briefly introduce yourself:

• Your name
• Your school
• Your current level/year
• What subjects you enjoy most

2️⃣ Why You Are Interested in STEM

Explain:

• What attracts you to science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
• When this interest started
• How you explore this interest (school, reading, curiosity, problem-solving)

3️⃣ Why You Are Applying to Angola Brilliant Minds

Explain:

• Why this scholarship matters to you
• What studying in the UK represents for your future
• How this opportunity could help you grow academically and personally

4️⃣ Your Future Vision

Share:

• What kind of student or professional you hope to become
• How education can help you contribute to your family, community, or country

🌍 Portuguese or English: Which Language Should You Use?

You can write your motivation letter in Portuguese or English.

✔ Portuguese is fully accepted

✔ English is not mandatory at this stage

Choose the language in which you can:

• Express your ideas clearly
• Be honest and natural
• Avoid copying or translating blindly

A clear letter in Portuguese is better than a confusing letter in English.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

Many applicants make the same mistakes. Try to avoid these:

• ❌ Writing what you think we “want to hear”
• ❌ Copying texts from the internet
• ❌ Using very complex words you don’t normally use
• ❌ Writing about money only
• ❌ Letting parents or teachers write it for you

The letter should sound like you, not like an adult or a website.

📝 Mini Template (You Can Follow This)

You can use this outline to organise your letter:

Introduction

My name is [Name], I am a student at [School], currently studying [Level/Year]. I am writing to express my motivation to apply for the Angola Brilliant Minds Scholarship.

Interest in STEM

I have a strong interest in [STEM subject(s)] because [explain briefly how this interest started and why it matters to you].

Why Angola Brilliant Minds

This scholarship is important to me because [explain what this opportunity represents for your education and future].

Future Goals

In the future, I hope to [describe your aspirations and how education can help you contribute positively].

Closing

Thank you for considering my application.

Keep it clear, honest, and personal.

💡 Final Advice

• Write in your own words
• Be honest, not perfect
• Short and clear is better than long and confusing
• Focus on motivation, not promises

Your motivation letter does not need to be impressive — it needs to be real.

If you have prepared your motivation letter and meet the eligibility criteria, proceed to the application form and submit your application.  👉 Apply Now