Personal statement

The personal statement is a short essay where you can showcase your interest and skills to study a particular course, it is an essential part of your UCAS application. In the application process, your personal statement can be a key factor determining acceptance by a university.

Check our guide for advice on how to write your personal statement. When you finish drafting your personal statement, send us a copy for tailored feedback , this service is offered to undergraduates only.

Note: The team aims to send you feedback within 5 working days.

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What is a personal statement?

Your personal statement is the centrepiece of your application. Find out more about how long it should be, when you should write it and what it should include.

How to write a personal statement

Read about what to include in a personal statement, how to structure it and top tips for checking it over.

Submit your personal statement for feedback

Undergraduate applicants can send us a draft of their personal statement for detailed feedback - find out how.