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any re-applicants here?
Original post by mahum
Hi I was jus wondering does anyone know which universities get the most oversuscribed for dentistry and therefore have the most competition?
Leeds.
Does anyone know how Newcastle use UKCAT as I am thinking of applying there.
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Does anyone know how Newcastle use UKCAT as I am thinking of applying there.
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Newcastle have a UKCAT cut-off score each year. I can't seem to find any instance where they have stated what it is.
In their admissions policy for last year (2012 entry), they stated that "Application forms are assessed to check the acceptability of achieved qualifications and further qualifications yet to be taken; that predicted grades are in line with requirements; that the most recent examination results are broadly in line with predictions; and that the UKCAT scores are above whatever cut-off figures are being used."
The after checking your PS and reference they state that:
"Applications are then graded: 5 grades are used, with the first being very highly desirable and the last being immediate rejection. Within each grade, applications are sorted into descending order of UKCAT score, which completes the shortlisting process. Applicants will then be invited for interview over a 5-month period (December through to end of April), starting with the highest UKCAT scorer in the first category, and finishing when sufficient offers have been made."
So basically, you need to be a well-rounded applicant. However, the higher your UKCAT score, the earlier your interview depending on which category you're rated in.
Original post by adam_johnson
What unis do you think I should avoid with an average score of 650?
Original post by B.P.E.
Avoid Sheffield and KCL.
even if you get high GCSEs?
If you have high GCSEs, I see no reason for not applying, judging from previous stalking threads
So long as your work experience and personal statements are strong
my interview question were
why manchester
why dentistry
what would you do on a day off
what skills are important for a dentist to have(personal and proffessional) and why are they important
ie.patience
.manual dexterity
.good communication with staff and patients
.teamwork
.leadership
(remember to give an example of how u posses each quality when u are giving an answer)
PS based questions( always relate your answer to how it would make you a good dentist and a good dental student)
have you got any questions for us(usually comes at the end)
what is a profession
what current issues do u know of in dentistry(do some extra background reading
these are ones i didint get asked at manchester but i have heard that others have been asked on previous interviews
what would you do if someone in your team wasnt doing well/putting effort in
what if u dont like ur dental nurse how would u handle problem
how would u treat patient that has HIV
Sheffield interview
why u like our course structure compared to others
tell us about what u know about our course....how is it different to other unis......do u like that our course is different?
Interviewers ask questions on the example of Manual dexterity that u have brought in
Finally it is worth checking out unistats website to get some facts and figures about the uni u will have an interview at, if you mention these figures to the interviewers it will impress them and show them that u have made an effort and want to come to their uni, also do research on the uni's dentistry website to gain more info u can reference at interview
i will post some personal statement on here later
why manchester
why dentistry
what would you do on a day off
what skills are important for a dentist to have(personal and proffessional) and why are they important
ie.patience
.manual dexterity
.good communication with staff and patients
.teamwork
.leadership
(remember to give an example of how u posses each quality when u are giving an answer)
PS based questions( always relate your answer to how it would make you a good dentist and a good dental student)
have you got any questions for us(usually comes at the end)
what is a profession
what current issues do u know of in dentistry(do some extra background reading
these are ones i didint get asked at manchester but i have heard that others have been asked on previous interviews
what would you do if someone in your team wasnt doing well/putting effort in
what if u dont like ur dental nurse how would u handle problem
how would u treat patient that has HIV
Sheffield interview
why u like our course structure compared to others
tell us about what u know about our course....how is it different to other unis......do u like that our course is different?
Interviewers ask questions on the example of Manual dexterity that u have brought in
Finally it is worth checking out unistats website to get some facts and figures about the uni u will have an interview at, if you mention these figures to the interviewers it will impress them and show them that u have made an effort and want to come to their uni, also do research on the uni's dentistry website to gain more info u can reference at interview
i will post some personal statement on here later
2011 P.S. (got interview and offer for Manchester uni)
I aspire to apply my passion for science in a career which helps in improving the welfare of others, having the opportunity to meet different people every day and continually furthering my understanding of chemistry are the reasons why the study of pharmacy appeals to me.
Studying both Chemistry and Biology have fuelled my passion and made me fully appreciate the effects
To gain more information about a career in dentistry I and was particularly fascinated by the precise manual skills involved when performing root canal treatment and fillings.
I also learnt that despite a demanding schedule dentists must treat each patient as an individual, with the utmost patience and sensitivity; I enjoyed using these skills when engaging in friendly banter with patients to help put them at ease, particularly children. Such skills also proved to be useful whilst volunteering at Barnados. I
worked in a play scheme in a team of care staff to help take special needs children on fun
days out. Working with the children demanded leadership and the ability to adapt to changing
circumstances. I found that behaving with a caring and compassionate manner was particularly
rewarding as it created a bond of trust with the children. It is this bond that enables the
patient to have confidence in their dentist. The experience also led me to enrol in a British
Sign Language course to supplement my communication skills.
My week at Manchester Dental Hospital opened my eyes to the vast network of teams in the
dental profession and reinforced in me the need for clear communication between departments;
especially during the process of altering dentures. During the week I was also able to use my
manual dexterity to make my first set of wax teeth. My fluency in Urdu proved valuable when
explaining hospital procedure to patients while I was assisting at the reception desk, and
also during my summer-long volunteer placement as a 'Hospital Welcomer' at the Manchester
Royal Infirmary. The latter allowed me to converse with a wide variety of people which I
enjoyed very much.
Studying Biology and particularly chemistry at A level I was fascinated by the use of different drugs for people
with a heart condition. This inspired me to complete an OU course in Molecules, Medicine and
Drugs where I learned about the molecular effects of local anaesthetics. The course taught me
to become a more independent learner and enhanced my analytical skills. I enjoy reading
the Dental Tribune and Biological Sciences Review and have learnt much about the water
fluoridation controversy as well as the outcome of the Yorke report.
I enjoy being a form prefect year 7 kids and have been very active during school life, taking up roles
that require teamwork and commitment. As a dedicated member of the School Amnesty
International group I raised money for the Haiti earthquake and helped organize a school
debate on current Amnesty issues. During our School's mock election I was also head of
campaign for our Liberal Democrat party; debating with opponents and persuading other boys to
vote for us. This proved successful as we came first out of all parties that ran.
Communicating efficiently within a team to achieve a common goal is an attribute I have
developed further during my two years as a member of the Manchester Men's Hockey club.
Recreationally I also enjoy origami and embroidery. In addition I mentor junior boys 2 years in the
dissection society which along with my dedication to hockey, has given me the high level of
manual dexterity and focus that is vital for any dentist.
I always strive to work hard, learn new skills and focus on new challenges so that I can be
more of a benefit to others. I believe that my genuine love of science enthusiasm and commitment to the
course, coupled with my natural ability to lead and communicate with people from all
backgrounds will allow me to excel in the dentistrycourse.
I aspire to apply my passion for science in a career which helps in improving the welfare of others, having the opportunity to meet different people every day and continually furthering my understanding of chemistry are the reasons why the study of pharmacy appeals to me.
Studying both Chemistry and Biology have fuelled my passion and made me fully appreciate the effects
To gain more information about a career in dentistry I and was particularly fascinated by the precise manual skills involved when performing root canal treatment and fillings.
I also learnt that despite a demanding schedule dentists must treat each patient as an individual, with the utmost patience and sensitivity; I enjoyed using these skills when engaging in friendly banter with patients to help put them at ease, particularly children. Such skills also proved to be useful whilst volunteering at Barnados. I
worked in a play scheme in a team of care staff to help take special needs children on fun
days out. Working with the children demanded leadership and the ability to adapt to changing
circumstances. I found that behaving with a caring and compassionate manner was particularly
rewarding as it created a bond of trust with the children. It is this bond that enables the
patient to have confidence in their dentist. The experience also led me to enrol in a British
Sign Language course to supplement my communication skills.
My week at Manchester Dental Hospital opened my eyes to the vast network of teams in the
dental profession and reinforced in me the need for clear communication between departments;
especially during the process of altering dentures. During the week I was also able to use my
manual dexterity to make my first set of wax teeth. My fluency in Urdu proved valuable when
explaining hospital procedure to patients while I was assisting at the reception desk, and
also during my summer-long volunteer placement as a 'Hospital Welcomer' at the Manchester
Royal Infirmary. The latter allowed me to converse with a wide variety of people which I
enjoyed very much.
Studying Biology and particularly chemistry at A level I was fascinated by the use of different drugs for people
with a heart condition. This inspired me to complete an OU course in Molecules, Medicine and
Drugs where I learned about the molecular effects of local anaesthetics. The course taught me
to become a more independent learner and enhanced my analytical skills. I enjoy reading
the Dental Tribune and Biological Sciences Review and have learnt much about the water
fluoridation controversy as well as the outcome of the Yorke report.
I enjoy being a form prefect year 7 kids and have been very active during school life, taking up roles
that require teamwork and commitment. As a dedicated member of the School Amnesty
International group I raised money for the Haiti earthquake and helped organize a school
debate on current Amnesty issues. During our School's mock election I was also head of
campaign for our Liberal Democrat party; debating with opponents and persuading other boys to
vote for us. This proved successful as we came first out of all parties that ran.
Communicating efficiently within a team to achieve a common goal is an attribute I have
developed further during my two years as a member of the Manchester Men's Hockey club.
Recreationally I also enjoy origami and embroidery. In addition I mentor junior boys 2 years in the
dissection society which along with my dedication to hockey, has given me the high level of
manual dexterity and focus that is vital for any dentist.
I always strive to work hard, learn new skills and focus on new challenges so that I can be
more of a benefit to others. I believe that my genuine love of science enthusiasm and commitment to the
course, coupled with my natural ability to lead and communicate with people from all
backgrounds will allow me to excel in the dentistrycourse.
The idea of being part of a profession which specialises in the symbiosis of using highly physicianed manual dexterity with scientific knowledge to make a profound difference to a person’s self-confidence is extremely appealing to me. Dentistry is more than a career. Apart from improving a person’s appearance, it offers the opportunity to ease the suffering caused by disease and poor oral hygiene through a caring and committed approach. These reasons drive my passion to study Dentistry.
My interest in pursuing a career in Dentistry was confirmed during my work experience placement at two dental practices. I spent time observing their work and witnessed complex treatments, including root canal treatments and extractions. I also worked alongside the receptionist helping with administrative work, which stressed to me the importance of confidentiality. I was able to overcome communication barriers with patients of multicultural backgrounds due to my fluency in Urdu and Punjabi, which proved to be a great advantage. Having the opportunity to glimpse the daily duties of dentists proved to be invaluable, and their dedication to the job was extremely inspiring.
To gain a further insight into the work of dentists, I arranged to shadow an experienced orthodontist. I witnessed the application of veneers, bridges and even had the opportunity to take impressions of a set of teeth. I was able to discover dentistry is a multi-faceted career providing a great deal of scientific application. I am therefore endeavouring to gain as much experience as I can during my gap year to equip me for, and assist me in the pursuit of my aim to become a dentist.
Outside school I am preparing for my Grade 6 examination in piano, and recreationally enjoy sewing, both of which demonstrate my manual dexterity, which is essential in dentistry. Whilst working towards my Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award, I have tackled the challenge of performing in a large-scale fundraising ballet production and am now preparing for my grade 8 Award. I have achieved a red belt in Tae Kwon Do alongside being captain of the Heaton U18 netball team; these activities have shown me the importance of self-motivation, teamwork and stamina.
A part-time job at a local pharmacy has made me aware of health and safety issues in the workplace and furthered my communication skills. As a Millennium Volunteer, helping at Age Concern and Bolton Lads and Girls Club has allowed me to develop good interpersonal skills and become a reliable team member. I take great pleasure in interacting with all kinds of people, and feel the duties have added much to my self-confidence. As a qualified mentor, my newly acquired skills have been particularly useful during my visits to Bolton Hospice, where speech is often a problem for patients. Voluntary work at a local high school helping to teach pupils science has given me a real sense of achievement, combining my love of science and desire to help others. This has inspired me to undertake a placement in Spain during my gap year, where I will be assisting at a local school which will be extremely rewarding and further my life-experience and independence.
I have taken an active role in school life, and was delighted to become a Senior Prefect, Form Captain and member of the School Council; roles that demand commitment, leadership and organisation; which I have taken on with enthusiasm. Participating as the Managing Director in the Young Enterprise scheme has enabled me to develop my problem solving, analytical and organisational skills by co-ordinating meetings and negotiating with team members. Leading a lunchtime Science Club has given me the opportunity to interact with younger pupils, experience leadership and be creative.
It is my desire to attain knowledge, along with motivation and dedication that makes me suited to this career and I intend to strengthen my skills over the course of my gap year to enable me to flourish as a future dentist
My interest in pursuing a career in Dentistry was confirmed during my work experience placement at two dental practices. I spent time observing their work and witnessed complex treatments, including root canal treatments and extractions. I also worked alongside the receptionist helping with administrative work, which stressed to me the importance of confidentiality. I was able to overcome communication barriers with patients of multicultural backgrounds due to my fluency in Urdu and Punjabi, which proved to be a great advantage. Having the opportunity to glimpse the daily duties of dentists proved to be invaluable, and their dedication to the job was extremely inspiring.
To gain a further insight into the work of dentists, I arranged to shadow an experienced orthodontist. I witnessed the application of veneers, bridges and even had the opportunity to take impressions of a set of teeth. I was able to discover dentistry is a multi-faceted career providing a great deal of scientific application. I am therefore endeavouring to gain as much experience as I can during my gap year to equip me for, and assist me in the pursuit of my aim to become a dentist.
Outside school I am preparing for my Grade 6 examination in piano, and recreationally enjoy sewing, both of which demonstrate my manual dexterity, which is essential in dentistry. Whilst working towards my Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award, I have tackled the challenge of performing in a large-scale fundraising ballet production and am now preparing for my grade 8 Award. I have achieved a red belt in Tae Kwon Do alongside being captain of the Heaton U18 netball team; these activities have shown me the importance of self-motivation, teamwork and stamina.
A part-time job at a local pharmacy has made me aware of health and safety issues in the workplace and furthered my communication skills. As a Millennium Volunteer, helping at Age Concern and Bolton Lads and Girls Club has allowed me to develop good interpersonal skills and become a reliable team member. I take great pleasure in interacting with all kinds of people, and feel the duties have added much to my self-confidence. As a qualified mentor, my newly acquired skills have been particularly useful during my visits to Bolton Hospice, where speech is often a problem for patients. Voluntary work at a local high school helping to teach pupils science has given me a real sense of achievement, combining my love of science and desire to help others. This has inspired me to undertake a placement in Spain during my gap year, where I will be assisting at a local school which will be extremely rewarding and further my life-experience and independence.
I have taken an active role in school life, and was delighted to become a Senior Prefect, Form Captain and member of the School Council; roles that demand commitment, leadership and organisation; which I have taken on with enthusiasm. Participating as the Managing Director in the Young Enterprise scheme has enabled me to develop my problem solving, analytical and organisational skills by co-ordinating meetings and negotiating with team members. Leading a lunchtime Science Club has given me the opportunity to interact with younger pupils, experience leadership and be creative.
It is my desire to attain knowledge, along with motivation and dedication that makes me suited to this career and I intend to strengthen my skills over the course of my gap year to enable me to flourish as a future dentist
Got interview and offer at sheffield
Personal Statement
The precision and delicate techniques a dentist uses always inspired me. My passion for art was a major influence for me to aspire towards a career in dentistry. Concentration in problematic situations motivated me to meet challenges. Using the skills I have to my maximum potential, combined with my enthusiasm to help people, will all be fulfilled through a career in dentistry (manual dexterirty, Passion for dentistry)
Studying biology and P.E. have enabled me to extend my understanding of how different body parts work.
My experience at a dental practice gave me valuable knowledge of the everyday procedures in a general practice. I was able to observe one session where a visiting Doctor came to teach the other dentists sedation techniques, and another session where I watched my mentor demonstrate the latest teeth whitening techniques.
I believe the reason my work placement was so successful because I have valuable experience in the world of work through my part-time employment. Working as part of such a close knit team has enabled me to learn all the skills required to help make the business a success. My confidence to openly approach and converse with clients has been strengthened greatly.
Being Deputy Head Boy in my high school and Vice Sports Captain, has enabled me to become independent and take leading roles within the school, e.g. I was in charge of the prefect rota and as Vice Sports Captain my role was to interact with younger members of the school and help them to practise in their chosen sports. (
The role of a Peer Supporter in my school trained me to help a new year group settle in. My aim was to advise children with any particular problem, be it home or school related. My empathy skills became more advanced during this period of time, giving me an insight into how to help people with these insecurities. This made me realise each individual is sensitive to their own needs and confidentiality was essential in order for the person to feel protected.
Through playing hockey for Manchester Men’s hockey team and for the college team, I have learnt the value of teamwork and I have developed my competitiveness and understanding skills. To be able to communicate with others is very important, not just in hockey but in everyday life. My commitment in hockey is shown through the medal our team won in the northwest college’s tournament. Playing badminton for the college team, combined with hockey and art, has greatly developed my manual dexterity skills, which are necessary attributes to becoming a dentist.
My passion for my religion and the need to help people has always directed me towards a career path in caring for people. I helped with food share, raising money for the tsunami relief fund. I spent two days and nights packing up items of aid into certain categories e.g. boys winter clothes, girls winter clothes. Patience and tested my strength mentally, however my need to help these people and my faith in God helped me to overcome all the tiredness.
The most important personal quality required in order to become a successful dentist is genuine motivation, and excellent communication skills. It is vital that dental students have a caring and conscientious attitude towards their patients, and to the standard of work they provide.
Dentistry also requires manual dexterity, so prospective students should feel that they have a natural ability to work with their hands remembering that dentists have to carry out very precise work.
Finally, it must be remembered that the dental course is very demanding, and therefore students should have tenacity where their work is concerned, and be determined to keep up their momentum for the whole of the five years.
Personal Statement
The precision and delicate techniques a dentist uses always inspired me. My passion for art was a major influence for me to aspire towards a career in dentistry. Concentration in problematic situations motivated me to meet challenges. Using the skills I have to my maximum potential, combined with my enthusiasm to help people, will all be fulfilled through a career in dentistry (manual dexterirty, Passion for dentistry)
Studying biology and P.E. have enabled me to extend my understanding of how different body parts work.
My experience at a dental practice gave me valuable knowledge of the everyday procedures in a general practice. I was able to observe one session where a visiting Doctor came to teach the other dentists sedation techniques, and another session where I watched my mentor demonstrate the latest teeth whitening techniques.
I believe the reason my work placement was so successful because I have valuable experience in the world of work through my part-time employment. Working as part of such a close knit team has enabled me to learn all the skills required to help make the business a success. My confidence to openly approach and converse with clients has been strengthened greatly.
Being Deputy Head Boy in my high school and Vice Sports Captain, has enabled me to become independent and take leading roles within the school, e.g. I was in charge of the prefect rota and as Vice Sports Captain my role was to interact with younger members of the school and help them to practise in their chosen sports. (
The role of a Peer Supporter in my school trained me to help a new year group settle in. My aim was to advise children with any particular problem, be it home or school related. My empathy skills became more advanced during this period of time, giving me an insight into how to help people with these insecurities. This made me realise each individual is sensitive to their own needs and confidentiality was essential in order for the person to feel protected.
Through playing hockey for Manchester Men’s hockey team and for the college team, I have learnt the value of teamwork and I have developed my competitiveness and understanding skills. To be able to communicate with others is very important, not just in hockey but in everyday life. My commitment in hockey is shown through the medal our team won in the northwest college’s tournament. Playing badminton for the college team, combined with hockey and art, has greatly developed my manual dexterity skills, which are necessary attributes to becoming a dentist.
My passion for my religion and the need to help people has always directed me towards a career path in caring for people. I helped with food share, raising money for the tsunami relief fund. I spent two days and nights packing up items of aid into certain categories e.g. boys winter clothes, girls winter clothes. Patience and tested my strength mentally, however my need to help these people and my faith in God helped me to overcome all the tiredness.
The most important personal quality required in order to become a successful dentist is genuine motivation, and excellent communication skills. It is vital that dental students have a caring and conscientious attitude towards their patients, and to the standard of work they provide.
Dentistry also requires manual dexterity, so prospective students should feel that they have a natural ability to work with their hands remembering that dentists have to carry out very precise work.
Finally, it must be remembered that the dental course is very demanding, and therefore students should have tenacity where their work is concerned, and be determined to keep up their momentum for the whole of the five years.
During my early teenage years, several dentist visits initiated my enthusiasm and reverence for Dentistry. Up until then, my view of dentistry was based on my own nervousness. I was shown that there was more to being a dentist than removing and filling teeth. A career which combines an understanding of science, the art of personal communication skills and an ability to keep up with new technologies is the ideal occupation to me. My capacity for caring and self-motivation will enable me to fulfil the role of a dentist.(human, combination of science and specific skills required, personal skills which make you suited you dentistry)
During my two weeks at Kendalmere NHS Cosmetic Dental Practice I gained a valuable understanding of the workings of dentistry and I was able to observe how a General Dental Practitioner (GDP) and hygienist work in tandem for the benefit of patients. I arranged another placement myself for two weeks in a private Dental Practice. Having had my Hepatitis B injection, I watched and helped in a range of treatments including amalgam or composite resin fillings, root canal therapy, extractions and orthodontic treatment, enhancing my knowledge and developing my practical skills. I realised that in both dental practices it was essential to be sensitive and professional, skills which I have now acquired. I admired the intricacy required to repair and preserve teeth, appreciating exactly how intellectually stimulating the
job is, every task being a challenge. I was particularly fascinated when the GDP told me about preventative dentistry and about different types of oral diseases. I discovered how the early signs of various diseases in the body were initially detected in the mouth. I acknowledged that dentistry was not just about teeth; it involved the awareness of health in general furthering my interest in the career. After observing the work of a dentist I perceived the importance of good hand to eye coordination and the ability to learn new skills quickly and independently. As precision is vital, I have successfully completed a 7 week sewing course in clothes making. I acknowledge that the career requires commitment and stamina. I have completed the 200 hour Millennium Volunteers Award; including work varying from caring for the elderly at Bolton Hospice to supporting disabled young children at Barnardos' Summer play scheme. I am also dedicated to helping and teaching others as demonstrated by my qualification in Basic Life Support. I helped to train members of the public and students in Bolton. This has improved my caring and conscientious attitude towards people while developing a high level of professional responsibility and inter-personal skills. I have acted as Sales Director of a Young Enterprise company with a group of 20 people for 2 years, enhancing my leadership and communication skills. I learnt how to prioritise and manage my workload while running a successful business. This was a great channel for my natural competitiveness as we set our own goals and motivated ourselves to meet them. All of this experience would be useful if I were to be running my own dental practice in the future.
My 8 week training course in peer mentoring at school involved dealing with intimidated individuals with empathy and reassurance. I learnt to deal with people in a more sympathetic manner, maintaining calmness when they were distressed, a skill valuable for any dental occupation. As part of a team I have been able to set up a Confidential Listening Service.
Besides my work and passion for science, I am working towards the Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award which highlighted that with determination, teamwork can achieve anything. I have found sports such as football and athletics and attending a 4 week course on stress reduction and relaxation, the ideal way to cope and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
I believe I have the skills required to provide me with a sound foundation for this profession. I aim to succeed in both course and career, no matter how long and demanding the path may be.
During my two weeks at Kendalmere NHS Cosmetic Dental Practice I gained a valuable understanding of the workings of dentistry and I was able to observe how a General Dental Practitioner (GDP) and hygienist work in tandem for the benefit of patients. I arranged another placement myself for two weeks in a private Dental Practice. Having had my Hepatitis B injection, I watched and helped in a range of treatments including amalgam or composite resin fillings, root canal therapy, extractions and orthodontic treatment, enhancing my knowledge and developing my practical skills. I realised that in both dental practices it was essential to be sensitive and professional, skills which I have now acquired. I admired the intricacy required to repair and preserve teeth, appreciating exactly how intellectually stimulating the
job is, every task being a challenge. I was particularly fascinated when the GDP told me about preventative dentistry and about different types of oral diseases. I discovered how the early signs of various diseases in the body were initially detected in the mouth. I acknowledged that dentistry was not just about teeth; it involved the awareness of health in general furthering my interest in the career. After observing the work of a dentist I perceived the importance of good hand to eye coordination and the ability to learn new skills quickly and independently. As precision is vital, I have successfully completed a 7 week sewing course in clothes making. I acknowledge that the career requires commitment and stamina. I have completed the 200 hour Millennium Volunteers Award; including work varying from caring for the elderly at Bolton Hospice to supporting disabled young children at Barnardos' Summer play scheme. I am also dedicated to helping and teaching others as demonstrated by my qualification in Basic Life Support. I helped to train members of the public and students in Bolton. This has improved my caring and conscientious attitude towards people while developing a high level of professional responsibility and inter-personal skills. I have acted as Sales Director of a Young Enterprise company with a group of 20 people for 2 years, enhancing my leadership and communication skills. I learnt how to prioritise and manage my workload while running a successful business. This was a great channel for my natural competitiveness as we set our own goals and motivated ourselves to meet them. All of this experience would be useful if I were to be running my own dental practice in the future.
My 8 week training course in peer mentoring at school involved dealing with intimidated individuals with empathy and reassurance. I learnt to deal with people in a more sympathetic manner, maintaining calmness when they were distressed, a skill valuable for any dental occupation. As part of a team I have been able to set up a Confidential Listening Service.
Besides my work and passion for science, I am working towards the Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award which highlighted that with determination, teamwork can achieve anything. I have found sports such as football and athletics and attending a 4 week course on stress reduction and relaxation, the ideal way to cope and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
I believe I have the skills required to provide me with a sound foundation for this profession. I aim to succeed in both course and career, no matter how long and demanding the path may be.
Ucas 2012 (got interview at Sheffield) ( rejected at Manchester cos not enough evidence of leadership and grades, rejected from leeds cos no long term work experience or volunteering, they required once a week minimum 6 months )
My interest in dentistry was initiated by speaking to teammates at my hockey club that were
dental students. This drove me to undertake several work experience placements which confirmed
my desire to pursue a career in dentistry. I was motivated by the prospect of working with
different people every day, adapting to and meeting new challenges and applying my passion for
science to practical situations. I am keen to undertake a course that will enable me to build
on my manual skills and use my compassionate approach to improve the wellbeing of others.
During my 4 weeks of work experience in general dental practices I was struck by the manual
precision required, particularly during root canal treatments. I also recognized that
listening and being patient were vital skills to enable patients to feel at ease. Treating
each patient with empathy and being sensitive to their individual needs was also of great
importance in gaining their trust.
During my volunteer placements I saw firsthand the benefit of using these skills. I am
currently volunteering as a youth leader at my local [insert volunteer organisation] on a [insert time spent volunteering]
placement. In this role I help people under 18 to achieve their Grand Prior award by teaching
them valuable life skills such as first aid and teamwork. The role requires leadership,
adaptability and good time management. While at Barnados I volunteered in a team that took
disabled children on fun days out during the school holidays. In this position of significant
responsibility I took the children around each location on a one to one basis. The difficulty
of communicating with deaf children at Barnados as well as patients at work experience in
Manchester dental hospital inspired me to complete a sign language course. Along with my
fluency in Urdu I believe it will further my communication skills with patients.
Fascinated by what I observed during my work experience, I undertook two OU short courses to
further my theoretical knowledge. The courses taught me to become an investigative and
independent learner. For example I learned the different molecular effects of local
anaesthetics such as lignicane and articane. I enjoy reading the dental tribune to keep
abreast of current dentistry issues such as the Steele review and the matter of fluoridation
in the York report.
My one week placement at Manchester Dental Hospital showed me that the success of the dental
profession relies on the cooperation of numerous dental professionals to deliver the best
patient care. This was evident in the clear communication required between the dentist and
dental technologist when altering dentures and inlays. My dedication to hockey over the past [insert how long u did extra curricular activity] has taught me the importance of developing and maintaining these good team relations. As
well as being a great way to let off steam, it has improved my manual dexterity.
I recently attended a two day course where I qualified as a dental receptionist. I learned to
manage patients, appointments and the dentist's daily schedule to ensure an efficient
practice. I am keen to implement these skills and am currently applying for a job.
During school life I undertook roles that required teamwork and leadership. I was the
co-leader of the dissection society for the past 2 years. It helped me to hone my manual
skills and taught me to explain topics in a calm way to instil confidence in junior members
which is important in any dentist patient relationship. As a year 7 form prefect I saw the
value of having an empathetic approach when encouraging boys to voice their problems,
particularly during their challenging first term of school.
During my gap year I am planning [insert money raising activity eg- mountain climbing, half marathon, cycling , bake sale, charity event organizer]to raise money for Islamic Relief. Completing this challenge will require great motivation and determination. I believe that these qualities along with my passion for science and
communicating with people of all backgrounds will enable me to succeed in the dentistry
My interest in dentistry was initiated by speaking to teammates at my hockey club that were
dental students. This drove me to undertake several work experience placements which confirmed
my desire to pursue a career in dentistry. I was motivated by the prospect of working with
different people every day, adapting to and meeting new challenges and applying my passion for
science to practical situations. I am keen to undertake a course that will enable me to build
on my manual skills and use my compassionate approach to improve the wellbeing of others.
During my 4 weeks of work experience in general dental practices I was struck by the manual
precision required, particularly during root canal treatments. I also recognized that
listening and being patient were vital skills to enable patients to feel at ease. Treating
each patient with empathy and being sensitive to their individual needs was also of great
importance in gaining their trust.
During my volunteer placements I saw firsthand the benefit of using these skills. I am
currently volunteering as a youth leader at my local [insert volunteer organisation] on a [insert time spent volunteering]
placement. In this role I help people under 18 to achieve their Grand Prior award by teaching
them valuable life skills such as first aid and teamwork. The role requires leadership,
adaptability and good time management. While at Barnados I volunteered in a team that took
disabled children on fun days out during the school holidays. In this position of significant
responsibility I took the children around each location on a one to one basis. The difficulty
of communicating with deaf children at Barnados as well as patients at work experience in
Manchester dental hospital inspired me to complete a sign language course. Along with my
fluency in Urdu I believe it will further my communication skills with patients.
Fascinated by what I observed during my work experience, I undertook two OU short courses to
further my theoretical knowledge. The courses taught me to become an investigative and
independent learner. For example I learned the different molecular effects of local
anaesthetics such as lignicane and articane. I enjoy reading the dental tribune to keep
abreast of current dentistry issues such as the Steele review and the matter of fluoridation
in the York report.
My one week placement at Manchester Dental Hospital showed me that the success of the dental
profession relies on the cooperation of numerous dental professionals to deliver the best
patient care. This was evident in the clear communication required between the dentist and
dental technologist when altering dentures and inlays. My dedication to hockey over the past [insert how long u did extra curricular activity] has taught me the importance of developing and maintaining these good team relations. As
well as being a great way to let off steam, it has improved my manual dexterity.
I recently attended a two day course where I qualified as a dental receptionist. I learned to
manage patients, appointments and the dentist's daily schedule to ensure an efficient
practice. I am keen to implement these skills and am currently applying for a job.
During school life I undertook roles that required teamwork and leadership. I was the
co-leader of the dissection society for the past 2 years. It helped me to hone my manual
skills and taught me to explain topics in a calm way to instil confidence in junior members
which is important in any dentist patient relationship. As a year 7 form prefect I saw the
value of having an empathetic approach when encouraging boys to voice their problems,
particularly during their challenging first term of school.
During my gap year I am planning [insert money raising activity eg- mountain climbing, half marathon, cycling , bake sale, charity event organizer]to raise money for Islamic Relief. Completing this challenge will require great motivation and determination. I believe that these qualities along with my passion for science and
communicating with people of all backgrounds will enable me to succeed in the dentistry
Original post by cool11
hope all these P.S s helped, but remember not to copy any of the above word for word, because you could get caught out by UCAS' plagiarism checker and be kicked out of applying for 2013 cycle, just get an idea of what things to do and what structure to use
Dude Ur super Awesome...Thanku very much..
Cool11 which PS did you use when you re-applied? Great Personal statement btw. Really inspiring! 
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hope all these P.S s helped, but remember not to copy any of the above word for word, because you could get caught out by UCAS' plagiarism checker and be kicked out of applying for 2013 cycle, just get an idea of what things to do and what structure to use
which PS did you use when you re-applied? Great Personal statement btw. Really inspiring!
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any re-applicants here?
Hey how's it going? How's your application going? I did my UKCAT last week and got 727.50 which I was chuffed with (got less that 600 last year)
so it's helped to decide which uni's i'm going to apply to. List is Manchester (again), Sheffield, Newcastle and Cardiff (all new). Just got the PS to do now and it all begins again.
I'm carrying on my work experience at the same dentist as last year and I've managed to do a couple of afternoons with an ortho. Have a couple of days at a Dental Lab, next week and the week after and I am doing volunteer work at local hospital, one day a week. I'm also planning to do some mentoring back at 6th form for Chemistry A2 students. Only thing i'm short of is manual dexterity really, my brother is trying to teach me guitar, but it is going very slowly
Original post by cool11
2011 P.S. (got interview and offer for Manchester uni)
I aspire to apply my passion for science in a career which helps in improving the welfare of others, having the opportunity to meet different people every day and continually furthering my understanding of chemistry are the reasons why the study of pharmacy appeals to me.
Studying both Chemistry and Biology have fuelled my passion and made me fully appreciate the effects
To gain more information about a career in dentistry I and was particularly fascinated by the precise manual skills involved when performing root canal treatment and fillings.
I also learnt that despite a demanding schedule dentists must treat each patient as an individual, with the utmost patience and sensitivity; I enjoyed using these skills when engaging in friendly banter with patients to help put them at ease, particularly children. Such skills also proved to be useful whilst volunteering at Barnados. I
worked in a play scheme in a team of care staff to help take special needs children on fun
days out. Working with the children demanded leadership and the ability to adapt to changing
circumstances. I found that behaving with a caring and compassionate manner was particularly
rewarding as it created a bond of trust with the children. It is this bond that enables the
patient to have confidence in their dentist. The experience also led me to enrol in a British
Sign Language course to supplement my communication skills.
My week at Manchester Dental Hospital opened my eyes to the vast network of teams in the
dental profession and reinforced in me the need for clear communication between departments;
especially during the pro.
I aspire to apply my passion for science in a career which helps in improving the welfare of others, having the opportunity to meet different people every day and continually furthering my understanding of chemistry are the reasons why the study of pharmacy appeals to me.
Studying both Chemistry and Biology have fuelled my passion and made me fully appreciate the effects
To gain more information about a career in dentistry I and was particularly fascinated by the precise manual skills involved when performing root canal treatment and fillings.
I also learnt that despite a demanding schedule dentists must treat each patient as an individual, with the utmost patience and sensitivity; I enjoyed using these skills when engaging in friendly banter with patients to help put them at ease, particularly children. Such skills also proved to be useful whilst volunteering at Barnados. I
worked in a play scheme in a team of care staff to help take special needs children on fun
days out. Working with the children demanded leadership and the ability to adapt to changing
circumstances. I found that behaving with a caring and compassionate manner was particularly
rewarding as it created a bond of trust with the children. It is this bond that enables the
patient to have confidence in their dentist. The experience also led me to enrol in a British
Sign Language course to supplement my communication skills.
My week at Manchester Dental Hospital opened my eyes to the vast network of teams in the
dental profession and reinforced in me the need for clear communication between departments;
especially during the pro.
is this your P.s??? if it is, i want to know how did you get work exp at manchester dental hospital? ive asked many times and they say they dont do it there?!
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