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WRITING YOUR PERSONAL STATEMENT
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Use examples for ideas about structure and detail. Build your draft from your own studies, interests and experience.
Something real.
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USING THIS SITE
How to use personal statement examples
See how other statements are structured, decide which experiences to include, then write and edit your own draft.
- Find your subjectExplore the course or area that interests you.
- Read examples and guidanceFind ideas for structure, relevant experiences and the level of detail to include.
- Write and edit your draftExplain your own experience. Check every detail and follow your application’s instructions.
Personal statement writing tools and guides
How to write a personal statement
Plan your statement, choose relevant evidence and revise your draft.
Read the guide ↗UCAS APPLICATIONSHow to answer the three UCAS questions
Choose material for each answer and make the most of your character allowance.
Read the UCAS advice ↗FREE AI WRITERFree personal statement writer
A basic draft of up to 500 words, based on your notes.
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| What you get | Free · Basic | Paid · £4.99 one-off |
|---|---|---|
| AI writing | One basic draft | First draft + 2 redrafts guided by your feedback |
| Length and format | Up to 500 words; UCAS or a general statement | UCAS, US, postgraduate and other applications, with your chosen limit |
| Course information | Your subject and personal notes | Your notes plus course descriptions, modules and application instructions |
| Finish your statement | Edit, save and copy | Edit, save, copy and download as a text file |
Both writers use your own notes. UCAS drafts must fit the UCAS character limit. Review the result and make it your own.
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