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Architecture and planning personal statement guide

If you’re applying for architecture and planning, outline your reasons for wanting to study the course. The built environment encompasses lots of courses and professions, so be as specific as possible about your interests and enthusiasms.

Chemistry personal statement guide

Want to find the right formula for a chemistry personal statement that will achieve the reaction you're hoping for? The two key elements are passion and personal – here's how to get the right mix.

Economics personal statement guide

You'll need more than a subscription to The Economist to impress admissions tutors. Here’s how to stand out by being relevant, personal, and concise.

Languages personal statement guide

Applying for French, Spanish, German, Mandarin or another language or combined languages degree? Read on for some expert pointers from admissions tutors.

Personal statement advice: architecture, building and planning

If you’re applying for architecture, planning or building, admissions tutors say they need you to outline your reasons for wanting to study the course. Here’s how you do it. The built environment encompasses lots of courses and professions. As the University of Nottingham puts it, you need to 'be as specific as possible about your interests and enthusiasms'.

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.

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Following the success of the pre-approved unpick pilot last year, we are continuing to run the process for C&C 2025. You will be able to to opt in to pre-approving unpicking Confirmation decisions that have been made in error during the period of Confirmation and Clearing. Please complete the web form below to indicate if you intend to sign up, or not.

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