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What should I focus on in my personal statement?

Your personal statement is all about conveying why you are a good candidate for what you're applying to, but this doesn't mean you should only be focusing on your academic achievements! Extra-curricula...

Answered by Alexia K. Personal Statements tutor
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How do I make my personal statement stand out?

It is very easy with a personal statement to be too cheesy and effusive. Instead of overthinking it just write in clear plain English, that way you can fit more information in and appear mature. Try to re...

Answered by Eleanor C. Personal Statements tutor
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How do I structure my personal statement for Medicine?

The key is to start writing your personal statement quite early on, as most people don't get to their final statement until they've written a few drafts. Generally, your statement should be divided up ...

Answered by Iman M. Personal Statements tutor
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How do I begin writing my personal statement?

The best thing you can do is to start by writing a list, or mindmap, or whatever helps you organise your thoughts. Divide your thoughts into sections - firstly, your academic achievements. Secondly, yo...

Answered by Holly H. Personal Statements tutor
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Should I start my Personal Statement with "Since an early age/Since I was a Child"?

Yes and no. Although this a very easy and convenient way of starting a personal statement, it is also an extremely overused starting phrase, it will mean that admissions tutors will be less prone to fi...

Answered by Cristina O. Personal Statements tutor
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