{"id":11763,"date":"2025-09-29T09:22:07","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T09:22:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/?p=11763"},"modified":"2025-10-01T13:56:30","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T13:56:30","slug":"mytutors-ucas-personal-statement-toolkit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/students\/mytutors-ucas-personal-statement-toolkit\/","title":{"rendered":"MyTutor\u2019s UCAS personal statement toolkit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re thinking of going to uni next year, you\u2019ll need to write your UCAS personal statement as part of your application. If you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed by the thought of getting started \u2013 fear not.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, we explain what you should include, how to start and end a personal statement and include some helpful personal statement examples from our tutors (who got into top UK universities).&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, click here to download our free ebook, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/MyT_Guide-to-University_June-2022-compressed.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MyTutor Guide to University<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is the UCAS application deadline?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29 January 2026 is the general <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucas.com\/\">UCAS<\/a> application deadline (for most undergraduate courses).&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s a UCAS personal statement?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a written statement that tells your chosen university admissions team why you want to study the course you\u2019re applying for. It\u2019s your chance to shine and show who you are as a person and why you\u2019ll make a great student.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long should it be?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your personal statement can be up to 4,000 characters long \u2013 which is around 550\u20131000 words and only about one side of typed A4 paper.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to keep it concise and make sure it&#8217;s clear and easy to read.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should you include?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To decide if you\u2019re the right fit, universities are interested in how you express your academic and extracurricular achievements and your personality.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People working in admissions tend to look for evidence of:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motivation and commitment<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leadership and teamwork&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passion for your chosen subject<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any relevant key skills and experience<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Admissions tutors are also looking for self-reflection into why you\u2019d be suitable to study the course \u2013 what value would you add and what would you like to do with your degree?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what to include in your personal statement:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What made you want to study the subject? Include a real, heartfelt reason<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any books you\u2019ve read or research you\u2019ve done outside the classroom, which relate to the course<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any relevant lectures, courses, talks or events you attended outside school and why you found them interesting&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any work experience you\u2019ve done that you can relate to your subject<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, include any extra-curricular sports or other activities (like volunteering) that show your good character \u2013 anywhere you\u2019ve shown leadership, cared for others or been helpful in your community.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think you might need some extra support? Lots of our tutors offer <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/view-tutors\/Personal-Statement-Service\/Mentoring\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal Statement Mentoring<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as one of their subjects.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can help with 1-1 planning, preparing and writing your personal statement. Our tutors are all students and recent grads from UK universities, so they know exactly what it takes to write a personal statement that will get you noticed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to start a personal statement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fantastic opening can make all the difference in catching the attention of top UK universities. Start strong with a compelling introduction that showcases your passion, aspirations, and unique qualities.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You could share a personal anecdote or a thought-provoking quote to grab the reader&#8217;s attention from the get-go. You could also start with an interesting or shocking statistic or a thought-provoking question to pique their interest.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, remember to make your opening authentic and true to you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to end one<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A strong conclusion leaves a positive and lasting impression. So, wrap up your UCAS personal statement confidently, expressing your genuine aspirations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might want to summarise your key points. Or, you could reflect on personal growth and share how your journey has shaped you academically and personally \u2013 highlighting the lessons you\u2019ve learned and the skills you\u2019ve developed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You could conclude with a clear statement about your future goals and how the university will help you achieve them. You might want to end with a profound statement or a memorable quote that links to what you find most interesting or intriguing about the subject.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"520\" height=\"360\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MyT_June_2022_blog-thumb-1-520x360.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11628 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 520px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 520\/360;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"520\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MyT_June_2022_blog-thumb-1-520x360.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11628\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>6 successful UCAS personal statement examples<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our tutors are passionate about helping students take the next step \u2013 so much so that they\u2019ve shared extracts from their own personal statements.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, we shine a light on what works well in their statements:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Example: Physics personal statement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhat drew me to Physics is the fact that there is always more to learn \u2013 another problem waiting around the corner, a further discovery to be made. After all, defining the law of the natural world is no easy task. For me, the discovery of relativity provides one of the greatest insights into our world\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u2013 Callum, a student at the University of Bristol<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we love about this:<\/strong> Callum\u2019s interest in Physics comes across as real and heartfelt. We know that he loves to learn, and being passionate about learning is a quality all unis look for. He also writes clearly and confidently without trying to use overly complicated words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Example: Exercise and Sports Science personal statement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTo gain a more practical understanding of the leadership and psychological aspects of sport, I took part in the Sports Leadership Award programme in 2011. This included designing and teaching drills \u2013 and I enjoyed the practical aspects of the programme.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cUndertaking a coaching course at my local tennis club in 2013 helped further advance my leadership and communication abilities. It also gave me a broader understanding of a coach\u2019s role in sports \u2013 in terms of motivating and getting the optimal performance out of every player.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u2013 Ben, a student at the University of Exeter<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we love about this:<\/strong> Ben\u2019s passion for the subject comes across strongly here. He\u2019s taken part in leadership programme training and even taken a coaching course. His initiative tells the uni that he\u2019s ready to do what it takes to learn and grow in the subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Example: Psychology personal statement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMy long-term goal in this discipline is to formulate a substantiated conclusion about the origins of curiosity in human beings. While I understand that reaching conclusions in a subject as broad as Psychology is ambitious, to say the least, I am a determined student, and I strongly believe that three years of study at your university can provide me with the challenging and inspiring experiences I need to work towards that goal.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u2013 Rachael, a student at the University of Edinburgh<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we love about this:<\/strong> Rachael has zeroed in on an area of Psychology (where curiosity comes from) that means something to her. Being specific gives her statement a focus that makes it stand out. Rachael lays out her long-term ambitions, too. You don\u2019t have to have everything figured out \u2013 but taking the time to think of where you\u2019d like to be in 5-10 years can pay off.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"520\" height=\"360\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog-520x360.jpg\" alt=\"UniWork\" class=\"wp-image-9364 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 520px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 520\/360;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"520\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog-520x360.jpg\" alt=\"UniWork\" class=\"wp-image-9364\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Example: English personal statement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTed Hughes\u2019s poetry was a real turning point for me. Reading his anthology, \u2018Crow\u2019 showed me how even the most delicate subjects can be delivered with immense strength in this form.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAnd Sylvia Plath\u2019s poems, though plain in language, by comparison, are still stark and shocking. \u2018Daddy\u2019 in particular, I found tragically emotive. Plath\u2019s use of the childlike \u2018oo\u2019 sounds allows the poem to be told as if from her inner child, without compromising the complexity of the theme or moral questions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI was so affected by this poem that I went on to lead a drama workshop on it. Reading the work aloud in the context of the workshop added to the sense of discomfort for the audience, achieving something like Brecht\u2019s Verfremdungseffekt.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u2013 Meg, a student at Durham University<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we love about this:<\/strong> Meg shows us that she has an understanding of the subject by telling us which works have inspired her. She also makes comparisons between writers \u2013 so we know she can be critical (and you have to be if you\u2019re studying English!).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, the thing we love most is how she dramatized the poem \u2018Daddy\u2019 and that made her understand the poem more deeply. Universities get excited when students combine subjects (in this case English and Drama) to deepen their understanding of a topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Example: History personal statement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cSource evaluation taught me how each perspective is vital in telling us about History, even if it may initially appear unconvincing. When studying the contentious policies of Thatcher, the first two sources I read about her contradicted each other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhile Blundell noted Thatcher was the pivotal point of rescue for Britain\u2019s economy, Barlow focused on the negative social ramifications of her actions. The study of these sources resonates as it showed me how the intersectional identities of individuals are crucial in shaping the way events are understood and put into perspective.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cHere, the retelling is affected by factors like ethnicity and class.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u2013Zaynab, a student at the London School of Economics and Political Science<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we love about this: <\/strong>Zaynab shows that she can be critical. She looks at where information comes from and what might be affecting how a story is told. This is what university is all about! Questioning and challenging \u2018truths\u2019\u2026 showing that you can do that in your statement is a good idea.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"520\" height=\"360\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/girl-learning-laptop-520x360.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11539 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 520px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 520\/360;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"520\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/girl-learning-laptop-520x360.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11539\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Example: Marine and Freshwater Biology personal statement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs far as my seven-year-old self was concerned, it was perfectly normal to have a favourite polychaete worm. My interest and enthusiasm for the ocean has only grown since then, but it wasn\u2019t until recently that I have secured a belief in myself that I can turn this passion into lifelong work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cChoosing not to pursue higher education after school was not an easy decision, but I am confident it was the right one as I have had the chance to explore different career avenues, countries, and jobs that have brought me firmly to a decision to study Marine and Freshwater Biology with an aim to working with cetaceans.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u2013 Amy-Jo, a student at the University of Glasgow<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we love about this:<\/strong> It\u2019s a very engaging opening line! We\u2019re hooked from the start because Amy-Jo uses a funny anecdote. Small touches of lightness (where appropriate) can make your statement stand out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also love the confidence of Amy-Jo when she writes about her non-traditional route into uni. If your path doesn\u2019t look like everyone else\u2019s \u2013 don\u2019t try to hide it, be proud of it! It\u2019s another way your statement can stand out from all the others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our tutors\u2019 top tips on writing personal statements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMake the most of any support your school might provide for writing personal statements.\u201d &#8211; Irina, Maths tutor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cLearn as much as you can from people who have been through the process.\u201d &#8211; Ben, Biology tutor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cInclude lots of examples of things you\u2019ve done to show you\u2019re interested in the degree you want to study.\u201d \u2013 Rose, Chemistry tutor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cDon\u2019t undersell yourself! Make sure you get across your passions and achievements.\u201d \u2013 Hannah, Geography tutor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cRead some books around the subject you\u2019re hoping to study. Show that you get there\u2019s a wider context around the subject.\u201d \u2013 Callum, Physics tutor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every UCAS personal statement will be different \u2013 because you\u2019ve lived a life that\u2019s unique to you. Do your research on the course you\u2019re applying to, and think about what you want to get out of it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And remember \u2013 <strong>UCAS application deadline is 29 January 2026<\/strong> if you\u2019re hoping to go to uni next year. Getting everything ready a few weeks early and having someone like a tutor check it over, can help give you that extra edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For more tips on university applications, funding and how to pick the right course for you, download our free MyTutor Guide to University ebook <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/MyT_Guide-to-University_June-2022-compressed.pdf\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Need help with UCAS personal statement writing? Find the right tutor for you <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/view-tutors\/Personal-Statement-Service\/Mentoring\/\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re thinking of going to uni next year, you\u2019ll need to write your UCAS personal statement as part of your application. 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