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with Professor John Holmes from University of Birmingham

with Dr Mary Ann Lund from University of Leicester

with Georgiana Ghetiu from the University of Salford

Whether you’re a fan of Chloe Gong, Cormac McCarthy, or Sally Rooney, get across your love of English literature and your passion for creative writing in a clear and concise personal statement.

Writing a personal statement is an important part of your child’s university application, and with the new format for 2026 entry, there’s a clear structure to follow. As a parent, guardian, or carer, your support can make a real difference. This page offers advice to help your child write a statement that reflects their experiences and goals, along with tips on what to avoid.

If you have been asked to write a reference for an independent applicant who is not currently attending school or college, please read through the advice below before starting.

Here you'll find everything you need to know about writing your personal statement.

If you're applying to start university and you're 21+, you're considered a mature student. Your background and experience may be different to those students who apply straight from school or college, so we've got some guidance on how to write your personal statement.

Universities and colleges welcome students from diverse backgrounds and with a range of unique strengths and qualities. Here, we offer guidance on how to showcase the valuable and transferable skills drawn from your personal experiences and circumstances.

Demonstrate your interest in aircraft and spacecraft, your science and engineering skills, and what sets you apart when writing your aeronautical and aerospace engineering personal statement.

Biology admissions tutors say it’s all about genuine passion, enthusiasm, and curiosity. The key to writing a successful biology personal statement is to show you understand what you're applying for, along with some evidence of your enthusiasm, and commitment to the subject.

We asked computer science admissions tutors to share their dos and don'ts for writing a strong and engaging computer science personal statement. Show your passion for tech and the impact you can have in this exciting and ever-expanding area.

Whether you want to be writing plays or acting them out, admissions tutors are looking for evidence of your enthusiasm for drama and theatre studies that extends beyond the curriculum, and for your unique personality to come across in your personal statement.

Use your writing skills in your personal statement to highlight your passion for human language and communication in all its forms.

An archaeology student has won by revealing how 'Iceman Otzi' brought her subject to life.

As a celebrated professional CV writer and registered Career Development Practitioner, Debbie Dymock

Following on from his last blog, James Wilmot, Director of Careers at The Priory Learning Trust shares

Careers Adviser Caroline Green RCDP, shares her advice when supporting your students to prepare for a

Caroline Green, Career Development Expert (RCDP)

Caroline Green, award-winning career development expert, shares the latest guidance on CV writing.

Caroline Green, award-winning career development expert.

Personal statements are set to change, creating a level playing field for all applicants, UCAS has announced

Here’s the latest news on two new initiatives launching in conjunction with 2025 undergraduate applications

Please note there have been some changes made to this qualification for the 2024 application cycle:

Last week, UCAS published a new blog and accompanying factsheet looking at regional patterns of progression

New insight from UCAS is highlighting the rapidly increasing pressure that is likely to faced in the