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Once you’ve <\/span>decided which universities<\/span><\/a> and courses you want to apply for, it\u2019s time to complete your application. While the application process itself is pretty simple, ensuring you write the best possible personal statement can be pretty <\/span>stressful<\/span><\/a>, especially if you have lots of achievements and experience you want to talk about.<\/span><\/p>\n

But before we dive into our step-by-step guide on how to write personal statements for university, it\u2019s important you understand exactly what they are and why they\u2019re important.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What are personal statements?<\/h2>\n

In short, a personal statement is an important document which individuals create as part of their <\/span>university application process<\/span><\/a> and is a great opportunity for students to set themselves apart from other students.<\/span><\/p>\n

Personal statements allow students to highlight their academic achievements, extracurricular activities and any other relevant experiences that make them a strong candidate for university admission.<\/span><\/p>\n

Beyond academic achievements, a personal statement allows students to present themselves as a unique individual and create a positive and memorable first impression. Students can also use personal statements as an opportunity to reflect on their personal growth throughout school\/college, challenges they’ve had to overcome, and how these experiences have shaped them as an individual.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So, now you know what they are, here\u2019s a 6-step guide on how to write personal statements for university:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Brainstorm & prepare<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Start with an engaging introduction<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Show off your experience<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Highlight your personal skills and achievements<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Demonstrate your fit<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Conclude<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    1. Brainstorm & prepare.<\/h2>\n

    Before you begin putting pen to paper, or fingers to keyboard, it\u2019s essential that you spend a good amount of time brainstorming what you want to actually put in your personal statement. <\/span>Preparation is key<\/span><\/a> especially when it comes to writing such an important document like this that can ultimately influence your future.<\/span><\/p>\n

    There are two main things to think about when you\u2019re preparing your personal statement. Firstly, you need to think about the factual information you need to get across, as well as the more emotional, personal things that set you apart from everyone else applying.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Really think about the key things you\u2019d want an admissions tutor to know about you, and brainstorm them down on paper. At this point, don\u2019t stress about making your notes perfect \u2013 this initial step is solely about ensuring you don\u2019t miss out any important information that might assist your application.<\/span><\/p>\n

    It\u2019s also important that you spend some time <\/span>analysing the course description<\/span><\/a> as this will assist you with what to include and give you a good idea of what each uni is looking for from future students.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Once you\u2019ve gathered all of the important information you want to include, you\u2019ll be able to structure your statement. Outline the main points you want to cover in each section.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \"How

    A basic structure will typically include an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.<\/p><\/div>\n

    2. Start with an engaging introduction.<\/h2>\n

    University admissions tutors will have to read through a LOT of personal statements, so it\u2019s absolutely crucial that you manage to grab their attention right from the very beginning.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Personal statements are 4,000 characters long<\/span><\/a>, which, if you\u2019ve got a lot to talk about, can be a pretty limited amount of words. This is why you must be selective with what you\u2019re talking about and ensure everything fits in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Here are some top tips for creating a captivating introduction:<\/span><\/p>\n