06/10/2025
Sample of a detailed Academic reference letter 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
Department of Computer Science
Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria
Date: [Insert Date Here]
Admissions Office
University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
Subject: Academic Reference for Miss Ngozika Agwu ‒ Application for MSc in Data Science.
Dear Admissions Committee,
It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation for Miss Ngozika Agwu, who was
an undergraduate student in the Department of Computer Science at Imo State University, Owerri,
Nigeria. I had the privilege of teaching her several core courses, including Data Structures and
Algorithms, Statistical Computing, and Database Systems, and I also supervised her final-year
research project. I have known Ngozika for over three years in both academic and advisory
capacities.
Throughout her studies, Ngozika consistently demonstrated exceptional academic ability,
intellectual curiosity, and analytical thinking. She excelled in her coursework, ranking among the
top 10% of her graduating class, and exhibited a deep understanding of both theoretical and
practical aspects of computer science and data analysis. Her final-year project, titled “Machine
Learning Approaches for Predicting Consumer Behaviour in E-Commerce,” reflected her keen
interest in applying data-driven methods to real-world challenges. The project was well executed,
combining technical proficiency in Python and R with clear analytical reasoning and effective data
visualization.
Ngozika is a highly motivated and disciplined individual who approaches her work with diligence
and creativity. Beyond her academic excellence, she possesses excellent teamwork,
communication, and leadership skills. She often took initiative in group projects, helping her peers
understand complex concepts and ensuring that assignments were completed efficiently and to a
high standard. Her commitment to continuous learning and her enthusiasm for emerging fields such
as artificial intelligence and big data analytics make her an ideal candidate for postgraduate study.
I am confident that Ngozika will excel in the MSc Data Science programme at the University of
Leeds. She has the intellectual foundation, technical competence, and personal drive required to
thrive in a rigorous academic environment and to make meaningful contributions to your
institution.
I therefore strongly recommend Miss Ngozika Agwu for admission to your MSc Data Science
programme. Please feel free to contact me at [email address] or [phone number] should you require any additional information.
Yours sincerely,
[Full Name]
Senior Lecturer, Department of Computer Science
Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria
[email address]
[phone number
