Writing your personal statement

1. Writing your personal statement:
Watch this first: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8hFkMAjW-I
Introduction: Why do you want to study the course? What interests you about the subject
area? What aspirations do you have, further to university study?
Academic achievements/subjects studied: Write about your academic achievements. What
academic skills and knowledge do you have that will prepare you to succeed in your chosen
subject? Think EPQ, books read, lectures attended, area sof particular interest where you have
gone beyond what was taught.
Work experience/employment/volunteering: Write about any skills you have gained from
work experience, employment or volunteering and how these will prepare you for University
study. Think time management, leadership, organisation, communication, team-work.
Extra-Curricular activities: Mention any other achievements that demonstrate you have the
skills relevant to the course to which you are applying.

2. Conclusion: Finish with a brief summary. Why should you be offered a place? Remember what
the admissions tutors are looking for and leave them with a good impression.