Admission Office

Graduate Program in Human-Centered Computing

University of Regina
Regina, SK, Canada

Dear Admission Committee,

My name is Roshan Bhandary, I am writing this letter to express my sincere interest in pursuing a master
degree in Human-Centered Computing at University of Regina. As I have completed my undergraduate
study in Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Applications (BCA). It has been a wonderful journey since I got a
chance to learn the relationships between different technologies such as either its design and developing,
networking, monitoring and testing, etc. and their useability approach in different industries and
communities. Throughout my academic journey, I have consistently determined for excellence either it is
in academic performance or in outdoor activities. With thorough research and motivation to achieve a
master degree in Human-Centered Computing in Canada, I believe University of Regina will be a best
option for me.
Specific Area of Interest and Motivation
There are thousands of courses to pursue in a graduate program and what I believe is to go with something
that helps you to polish your dream and make yourself a best candidate against what you stand for. My
passion for Human-Centered computing began during my undergraduate study, specifically when I was in
fourth semester, there I was doing a project named “Online Food Ordering System” and I got a task to build
a user-friendly web-interface for that I was struggling a bit but, in that struggle, I found myself enjoying
those practice of finding new solutions, taking notes on user requirements more efficiently, examining
previous projects on similar topic, etc. Later, with the recommendation from my project supervisor, a project
partner was assigned to me, Mr. Nirmal Subedi, a classmate, introduced me to the fundamental aspects of
Human-Centered Computing such as user-centered design, human-computer interaction, usability, ethical
considerations, coloration and communication, etc. Which later, helped me to build my interest in
understanding the bridge gap between computing systems and humans. Along with UI/UX knowledge
gained from different projects that I have come across and internships program, I strongly inclined in
support of better human-computer interaction. In addition, During the COVID-19 wave, we all were in a
lockdown situation and there was nothing except to rely more upon science and technology but the problem
was many people in Nepalese community did not have a guidance and knowledge of interacting with these
technologies such as for electronic payment people have had to request for a another person who knows
how to pay electronically and for them what I believe is to we can develop a better UI/UX so that each and
every individual will get benefited . So, the engagement in various projects and internships, which further
fueled my interest in this interdisciplinary field.
Education History and Relevancy
Mentioning my education history, my schooling was in Bishwa Prakash Higher Secondary School,
Chitwan, Nepal from where I gained my school leaving certificate with 77.25% in 2015 A.D. Then after, I
wished to make “Science/Physics” my major stream for high school, so I opted Saptagandaki Multiple
Campus, Chitwan, Nepal and from there I received my higher studies certificate with 67.80% in 2017 A.D.
After that, I took an 8 months certification course in “Computer Fundamentals and Programming Skills”,
which helped me to clear out my undergraduate program entrance exam and gain an overview of IT industry
at some level. In 2018 (A.D.), I chose “Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Application” and pursue academic
curriculum in Lumbini I.C.T. Campus until 2023 (A.D.) under Tribhuvan University and passed with a
CGPA of 3.47 out of 4.00. I have always been in learning new skills that the current market has to offer. In
undergraduate program I was exposed to some skills rejuvenating projects and the different programming
languages and databases such as C, Java, Python and MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL and frameworks
like ReactJS/Native, Django, etc. with the curriculum like Mathematics-I & II, Microprocessor and
Computer Architecture, Data Structure and Algorithms, System Analysis and Design, Software
Engineering, Database Management System, Advance Java Programming, Computer Graphics and
Animation, Mobile Programming, Artificial Intelligence etc. led me to choose Human-Centered Computing
as the best program for my graduate study.
Reason to Choose University of Regina
Before considering further study in a foreign university, firstly, I have gone through some renown
universities in Nepal either it is Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University or Pokhara University, but
there, the programs available are not concrete focused upon human-centered computing either they are
mixed up or it is computer science altogether or some engineering courses. As I have been intimidated by
the interdisciplinary aspect of Computer Science in Human-Centered Computing, which combines
computer science with human factors engineering and cognitive science, I choose to go for Canada and
with some research I surfed some university and a University of Regina is on top in my list, where I got the
perfect course of program and it is itself in Saskatchewan, a regional place where urban amenities always
play a big role with natural beauties, cultural experiences, etc. Additionally, the university has 10 faculties
and 25 academic departments and schools, so I got a plenty of chance to have some scholars to exchange
ideas and skills with actively participating in some volunteered work as well and the city is quite small
which can be covered in 20 minutes by car. Furthermore, I have seen some MSc. Human-Centered
Computing graduates and other subject graduates from University of Regina such as Mr. Darshit
Karkar, Mr. Shubam Pandya, Mr. Jatin Pritmani, etc. and all of them are doing great as far as my
research in LinkedIn, Instagram and through studying their research papers. According to webometric.info,
globally recognized institution comes under world top 800 universities and in the list of top 30 universities
in Canada itself, there will be top-notch education, career-centric environment that keeps in mind of real-
life experiences, centered on ethics, integrity, social responsibilities, network opportunities, quality of life,
faculty expertise, program reputation with reasonable tuition fee. Thus, I am excited and looking forward
to get an admission in this university and achieve a foundation to my future career that contribute to society
and achieve my aspirations not only in Canada but as well as in Nepal.
Hope to Learn
It is an interdisciplinary program that has been taught by many universities across the world but the two
aspects of this program are practitioner path and research path as far as I know, as I choose a course-
based option lead towards practitioner track from I solely want to have a base upon the user experience and
information architecture. As I strongly believe I will get a chance to have a hand on “User experience
design, User Interface Design, developing systems that solve problems with users in distributed
environments, working in human-centered multimedia, augmented and virtual reality, system design, etc.”
with a hand on project in a supportive environment. It is inevitable that I will get an environment that will
help me to make myself a better person and disciple who eager to have his experience in real world with
social responsibilities in science and information technology aligns perfectly with my own ethical
professional goals. All overall, the education level and the cultural prosperity with leaders and
professionals’ guidance and support I believe I will accomplish my master degree from the University of
Regina with colorful grades and inclined my career in the art of designing user experiences and developing
applications that will conclude the human requirements efficiently.
Sincerely,
Roshan Bhandary
Email: [email protected]
Contact no: +977-9865382885