What is the world limit when writing the personal statement?

Your personal statement should not be more than 47 lines or 4000 words.

What to include:

  • why you like the course you chose
  • what makes you a suitable candidate
  • what qualities you have in order to be able to gain that offer
  • any work experience
  • comment on your Alevels and what you have gained from them
  • add any extracurricular activities, i.e. musical instrument certificates, sport achievements, any charity work, any significant courses etc
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