Writing a winning personal statement

A strong personal statement is more than a list of achievements—it is your opportunity to show universities who you are, why you are passionate about your chosen subject and what makes you a compelling candidate.

In this practical webinar, we’ll guide you through the process of planning, structuring and writing a focused and persuasive personal statement.

What we’ll cover:

• What a personal statement is and why universities use it
• What admissions tutors are looking for
• How to demonstrate genuine academic motivation
• What experiences, achievements and interests to include
• How to structure your introduction, main body and conclusion
• How to turn general claims into specific, convincing evidence
• Common mistakes and clichés to avoid
• Examples of strong and weak personal statements
• A practical exercise to help you develop your own ideas

Why attend?

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of what makes a personal statement effective, a practical framework to follow and the confidence to start writing—or improve—your own statement.