Personal statement support, don't put it off till the last minute 🙅*♀️⚠️
As we all know, the UCAS deadline is on the 14th of January 2026. Though it seems like it’s far away, you will get busy with college coursework and suddenly it’s time to submit your UCAS application. So, here’s a support guide for writing your personal statement.
The key is to write a personal statement that stands out. UCAS have some top questions as a guide that you can think about when writing your statement here: questions
Start your personal statement with a strong introduction to your studies, accomplishments, modules and why they interest you. Link the modules you are studying to the degree/subject you are applying for. If the subjects you are studying in your A-levels do not directly relate to the degree of interest, you can talk about why you want to study this certain subject and what motivates you. You can also talk about the common modules and themes included in the degree (this shows that you researched the subject properly).
Highlight your skills or values. If you have any voluntary or work experience, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your hands-on practical experience and knowledge. Speak about your experience, what you’ve learned, and how did that increase/direct your motivation to apply to this certain subject. If you don’t have prior experience, you can talk about an example of a personal life experience and reflect on it (this is what I did🤭).
Enthusiasm and future plans. Admission tutors want to see genuine passion and commitment, talk about your future plans and what you plan to do with this degree. You need to show them that you have enough reasoning to commit to a 3-year degree in a certain field and have already thought about a long-term plan and how the university will help you achieve them.
Draft and feedback. Keep a clear, confident and passionate tone, it’s fine to include a few sophisticated words, but avoid overcomplicating your language. Draft your personal statement early and ask for feedback and support from your tutors, they will direct you on what to edit and refine.
If you need direct guidance for your personal statement, we are offering webinars for you. Look at the guide from UCAS as well, it addresses the three main questions you need to consider and there’s a personalised guide depending on your subject area here.
Do you have any more tips about personal statements? 🥹
The key is to write a personal statement that stands out. UCAS have some top questions as a guide that you can think about when writing your statement here: questions
Start your personal statement with a strong introduction to your studies, accomplishments, modules and why they interest you. Link the modules you are studying to the degree/subject you are applying for. If the subjects you are studying in your A-levels do not directly relate to the degree of interest, you can talk about why you want to study this certain subject and what motivates you. You can also talk about the common modules and themes included in the degree (this shows that you researched the subject properly).
Highlight your skills or values. If you have any voluntary or work experience, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your hands-on practical experience and knowledge. Speak about your experience, what you’ve learned, and how did that increase/direct your motivation to apply to this certain subject. If you don’t have prior experience, you can talk about an example of a personal life experience and reflect on it (this is what I did🤭).
Enthusiasm and future plans. Admission tutors want to see genuine passion and commitment, talk about your future plans and what you plan to do with this degree. You need to show them that you have enough reasoning to commit to a 3-year degree in a certain field and have already thought about a long-term plan and how the university will help you achieve them.
Draft and feedback. Keep a clear, confident and passionate tone, it’s fine to include a few sophisticated words, but avoid overcomplicating your language. Draft your personal statement early and ask for feedback and support from your tutors, they will direct you on what to edit and refine.
If you need direct guidance for your personal statement, we are offering webinars for you. Look at the guide from UCAS as well, it addresses the three main questions you need to consider and there’s a personalised guide depending on your subject area here.
Do you have any more tips about personal statements? 🥹
Just to be clear, no "introduction" is required now as part of the PS.
I don't think that's what the post above is suggesting but I just don't want anybody getting confused by that word.
Very good advice about drafting a redrafting though. I always find reading a statement out loud will help you get a much better feel for the structure and flow of the writing - and the language choices too.
You can read The Student Room's personal statement advice for the new format here - compiled by experienced personal statement reviewers.
I don't think that's what the post above is suggesting but I just don't want anybody getting confused by that word.
Very good advice about drafting a redrafting though. I always find reading a statement out loud will help you get a much better feel for the structure and flow of the writing - and the language choices too.
You can read The Student Room's personal statement advice for the new format here - compiled by experienced personal statement reviewers.
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