Personal statement advice: politics
Have you chosen to study politics? Then you’ll need to write a personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic. Admissions tutors give us their top tips below:
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Personal statement advice: politics
Have you chosen to study politics? Then you’ll need to write a personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic. Admissions tutors give us their top tips below:
Personal statement advice: statistics
The massive surge in digital data in recent years means there’s lots for statisticians to get excited about. We speak to an admissions tutor to find out the best way to approach your personal statement.
Personal statement dos and don'ts
The personal statement is your opportunity to talk about you, and why you want to enrol on a particular course. Use these easy-to-digest bullet points to help you decide what you should and shouldn’t include in your personal statement.
Personal statement week 2025
Need to give your personal statement a boost? Struggling with writer's block or getting started? Join us for personal statement week from 15 September to get all the tips, answers, and expert advice you need.
Philosophy 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you’re inspired by Sartre, Noam Chomsky, or Martha Nussbaum, you’ll need to write a philosophy personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic.
Photography 2026 personal statement guide
Whether it's an exhibition you've visited or an artist who inspires you, drawing on your photography influences is key to an impressive photography personal statement.
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapists help people regain their independence by relieving physical difficulties and improving mobility with exercise and other techniques
Planning their future
It’s important students consider their post-school plans early – but with so many options, where should they start?
Podcast: Degree apprenticeship or traditional degree?
This episode covers what you need to know about traditional degrees and degree apprenticeships, including the differences in experience, funding, and qualifications.
Policing 2026 personal statement guide
Show how you’ve got the right personality for the physical, emotional, and mental demands of a career in policing.
Politics 2026 personal statement guide
Why do you want to study politics? Write a personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic if you want admissions tutors to vote for you.
Postgraduate Doctoral Loan
If you’re starting a full postgraduate Doctoral course, you could get a Postgraduate Doctoral Loan. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Postgraduate Master's Loan
If you’re starting a full-time or part-time taught or research master’s course, you could get a Postgraduate Master’s Loan. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Postgraduate video wall
Here is an overview and some case studies about three very different postgraduate experiences.
Pre-application support
From entry requirements, course choices, to personal statement techniques, make sure your students have everything they need to successfully apply to university.
Preparing for a university open day
Considering university? Here's everything you need to know about going to an open day.
Preparing for results day and Clearing
We know you’ll have lots of questions about results day and Clearing. Like what are your options on results day? What happens if you change your mind about your choices? Find out tips from the experts and hear from those who have been there and done it below.
Professional skills tests
Some teacher training providers in England ask for professional skills tests.In this blog, we answer three of the most frequently asked questions about them.
Progression pathways
Watch our videos to find out about the new and non-traditional qualifications an increasing number of students are using to enter higher education.