I'm an American applying to British Unis, and I need to write a good personal statement. Apparently British personal statements are very different from American ones... Thanks!!!
2006-08-01 12:29:54 · 9 answers · asked by mervelash 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Suggestions:
Write in clear english.
Allow friends, family and teachers to read through your personal statement and provide feedback.
List paragraphs.
Be positive and enthusiastic – remember admissions tutors will read thousands of personal statements and you want yours to be the one they remember.
Write in short sentences.
Be as clear as possible about why you have chosen your course of study.
Set out the unique features and extracurricular activities that will allow you to be selected ahead of your peers.
Take the opportunity to point out any occurrences or circumstances that may have affected your academic results.
Brainstorm ideas and write a draft.
Construct the personal statement into 4 to 5 paragraphs.
Keep sentences short and succinct.
Other important issues to consider:
Who has influenced you to study your subject?
Has it been your family, friend, or teacher?
How have you learnt about your subject?
What experiences and qualifications do you hold?
Your future intentions and goals?
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2006-08-01 12:48:41 · answer #1 · answered by M A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your personal statement is an opportunity for you to present yourself as a good candidate for universities. Important things to include is why you want to do nursing - is it because of a life experience or something else? You need to show your passion for the subject. You should also put things that you have done which is related to the course such as work experience or volunteering. You also need to mention interests and activities to show that you are an active member of the school and outside-school community. The personal statement is an important thing as universities read this and based on this will decide to offer you a place or an interview. Good luck
2016-03-27 13:31:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would try to find somebody at your current school or local university who could help you in person. Also research writing programs in your area. There are a ton of programs whose sole purpose is to help kids write admissions essays. You also might check out the library for books on the subject.
good luck!
2006-08-01 12:34:27 · answer #3 · answered by magerk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look on www.prospects.ac.uk Got everything you need to know about uni, writing personal statements etc
2006-08-01 12:37:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just a suggestion, you might want to take a look at these guidelines and helpful hints:
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/pw/p_perstate.html
How I found the answer:
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=writing+university+applications
2006-08-01 12:34:48 · answer #5 · answered by rodneycrater 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a book of sample statements that have worked.
2006-08-01 12:32:55 · answer #6 · answered by a_blue_grey_mist 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can send you the questions they asked me when I had to write one
2006-08-01 12:35:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
just google it. you can find tons of sample personal statement, which might help you. good luck.
2006-08-01 12:34:05 · answer #8 · answered by LemonPro 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Just be yourself - they know when you;re BSing them.
2006-08-01 12:34:53 · answer #9 · answered by ceprn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋