So much time, effort and energy goes into writing a personal statement that it can sometimes be tempting to wonder if they are really as vital as everyone tells you they are. After all, your...
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The prospect of what to write in a personal statement can sometimes seem overwhelming, and with good reason. A lot is riding on just how compelling and effective it is, you have stiff competition,...
Great personal statements can be elusive. What makes one compelling and engaging, whilst another might be instantly forgettable? There are three key factors to every great personal statement,...
Second only to the opening paragraph, the closing paragraph of a personal statement is the part that people often struggle with the most. From repeating key points to underselling achievements...
When you write your personal statement, you’re frequently told to include ‘skills’. But what skills should you include, how should you write about them and why are they important? The skills...
A great personal statement contains a mix of your personal information, evidence of your subject research and an outline of your relevant ambitions. You need to balance the right blend of information...
