考研复试时如果老师问，作为护理本科生，你为什么没有大四考研，而是毕业后这年再跨考公共卫生，你如何回答，英文+中文

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As a nursing undergraduate, I learned a lot about clinical skills, patient care, and health promotion, but I also saw many problems in the healthcare system and public health issues that require a broader perspective and deeper knowledge. Therefore, I decided to pursue a master's degree in public health to enhance my understanding of population health, health policy, epidemiology, and research methods, and to broaden my career options beyond clinical practice.

Although I could have taken the graduate entrance exam in my senior year, I felt that I needed more time to prepare and reflect on my career goals. I also wanted to gain some work experience as a registered nurse before pursuing further education. Therefore, I worked for a year in a hospital, where I not only consolidated my clinical skills but also observed the challenges faced by healthcare providers and patients, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This experience reinforced my belief that a well-functioning healthcare system and a healthy population require not only competent healthcare professionals but also effective public health interventions and policies.

When I decided to apply for a master's degree in public health, I knew that I had to catch up with some knowledge areas that were not covered in my nursing curriculum, such as biostatistics, environmental health, and health economics. Therefore, I enrolled in some online courses and self-study modules to bridge the gaps and prepare for the entrance exam. I also consulted some public health professors and alumni to learn about the program requirements, research opportunities, and career paths.

In summary, I chose to pursue a master's degree in public health after a year of work experience as a registered nurse because I want to contribute to the improvement of population health and healthcare systems from a broader perspective. I took some time to prepare and gain some practical insights before applying for the program, and I am confident that my nursing background, work experience, and self-directed learning skills will enable me to excel in the public health field.