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Give the context for why you want to study this subject, and why you’re the right kind of person to delve deeper into religion and theology.

Find out how to convince admissions tutors you’re right for this course, through your knowledge and understanding of what it entails.

Show admissions tutors your desire to take part in advancing our understanding of a diverse and fast-changing social world.

Develop a personal statement that’s clear, succinct, and communicates why you’re passionate about studying software engineering.

Make sure you understand what course you’re applying for and what skills and attributes admissions tutors are looking for, so you can write a successful sports and exercise science 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.

We asked admissions tutors how you can ensure your teaching personal statement gets top marks and secures you that all-important interview.

Applying for university or college to start your studies in 2026? Find out more about the changes to the personal statement format and tips on what to include.

Everything you need to start your personal statement.

The competition is tough for aspiring vets – so along with good grades, you'll need an impressive personal statement that sets you apart from the crowd.

Andy Durman, Executive Vice President of Global Business Unit, Lightcast

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.

A degree in zoology opens up numerous career options working with or studying animals, or could be a stepping stone into a graduate veterinary medicine course. If it's your degree of choice, here are some personal statement pointers.

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This good practice briefing is written for staff working in universities and colleges and supports the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify students with caring responsibilities from 2023 entry. We have worked with the Carers Trust to outline the common challenges for these students, share examples of good practice being done around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.