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What was the most challenging project Simon worked on involving schools and colleges?
What was the most challenging project Simon worked on involving schools and colleges?
- Building a new library for a private university (correct)
- Renovating an existing college facility
- Designing a new school building
- Developing educational software for schools
Why did Simon feel that the quality of his work was affected during the design process?
Why did Simon feel that the quality of his work was affected during the design process?
- Lack of experience in working with schools and colleges
- Difficulty in managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Inability to communicate effectively with the university staff
- Limited knowledge of the latest building materials (correct)
Where does Simon intend to go to improve his expertise in building materials?
Where does Simon intend to go to improve his expertise in building materials?
- United Kingdom
- Canada (correct)
- Germany
- United States
Why is funding a significant obstacle for Simon in pursuing his studies overseas?
Why is funding a significant obstacle for Simon in pursuing his studies overseas?
Why does Simon wish to apply for the advertised scholarship?
Why does Simon wish to apply for the advertised scholarship?
What is the main reason Simon is applying for a one-year course on Materials Technology abroad?
What is the main reason Simon is applying for a one-year course on Materials Technology abroad?
Why can't Modern Design, the company Simon works for, help him with funding for his studies abroad?
Why can't Modern Design, the company Simon works for, help him with funding for his studies abroad?
What has been Simon's focus in most of his projects after returning to Africa?
What has been Simon's focus in most of his projects after returning to Africa?
Why does Simon feel that his lack of knowledge of the latest building materials affects the quality of his work?
Why does Simon feel that his lack of knowledge of the latest building materials affects the quality of his work?
What obligation does Simon mention that prevents him from financing his overseas studies?
What obligation does Simon mention that prevents him from financing his overseas studies?
Study Notes
Applicant Background
- Applicant: Simon Tangeni
- Nationality: Namibian
- Education: Graduated in June 2008 from Melbourne University, Australia
- Major: Interior Design, with a focus on environmentally friendly materials
Professional Highlights
- Specialized in hospital design while studying.
- Key Project: Health centre for athletes, coordinated by the university's Research Centre.
- Design: Elegant and environmentally-friendly structure resembling a sports stadium, with medical facilities organized by sport.
Competition and Recognition
- Award: Gower Prize - a prestigious annual design competition in Australia.
- Achievement: Ranked third out of over 100 entries at the Gower Prize.
Construction and Operations
- Construction start date: 2010
- Current status: Health centre fully operational since November 2011.
Application Purpose
- Applying for a scholarship from the United Nations Environmental Agency in response to an advertisement in Environment magazine.
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