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UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER

UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER. UCAS Application: Personal Statement. UCAS: APPLICATION FORM. Sections. Registration Personal details Additional information (UK applicants only) Choices Education Employment Personal statement Reference Declaration

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UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER

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  1. UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER UCAS Application: Personal Statement

  2. UCAS: APPLICATION FORM Sections • Registration • Personal details • Additional information (UK applicants only) • Choices • Education • Employment • Personal statement • Reference • Declaration • Some great advice to help you create a winning Personal Statement

  3. UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT Purpose? • Many courses do not require applicants to take aptitude tests or undergo interviews. • Personal Statement is therefore your only opportunity to demonstrate your genuine interest in and passion for the subject you wish to pursue. • It should explain: • Why you want to study a particular course. • Why you will excel at that course. • How your other interests support and complement your studies.

  4. UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT OF ULSTER UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT Tell us why we should choose you You have a maximum of 47 lines or 4,000 characters including spaces. The personal statement is your opportunity to tell universities and colleges about your suitability for the course(s) that you hope to study. Demonstrate your enthusiasm and commitment. Your chance to stand out from the crowd.

  5. UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT OF ULSTER UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT Standing out from the crowd: Me plc Personal branding is the buzz word. In an increasingly competitive market, it can be difficult to stand out from the crowd.  We are all living brands looking to be noticed. What you write has a strong impact on how people perceive you. How do you do want to be seen by others? The key word in Personal Statement is ‘Personal’.

  6. UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT OF ULSTER UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT No such thing as a ‘model statement’ • Personal statements do not have to be written in a formal style. • Write in a style that comes naturally to you and that sounds like you. • Selectors can tell if an adult has helped you to write it • Give them a sense of who you are and what makes you tick. • Establish a clear structure. • Begin with a powerful opening statement • Why you wish to study a particular course? • Follow this with evidence of your aptitude and enthusiasm for study. • Final sections might be about extra-curricular interest and a summary of your motivation and potential.

  7. UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT OF ULSTER UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT It’s all about you! Talking to others may help identify your special attributes and to recall relevant experiences. Think about any notable accomplishments, people or events that have shaped you or influenced your goals. Be original: Avoid cliched statements and use a natural tone. Be specific: Give relevant examples. Be honest: Make sure you have done everything mentioned

  8. UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT OF ULSTER UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT It’s all about the detail! • Check your spelling, grammar and punctuation. • Ask others to read through your statement to ensure it flows well. • Don’t refer to specific universities or courses: • Your statement will be sent to all five course choices. • Don’t plagiarise! Software is used to detect and will alert universities. • Don’t leave it to the last minute – this will only add to your stress levels.

  9. UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT Visit ucas.com for some useful resources • Statement Timeline • When to start researching and writing your personal statement. • Mind map • All you need to know about a personal statement • Personal Statement worksheet • Help you think about information to include

  10. UCAS: PERSONAL STATEMENT Visit ucas.com for some fantastic resources • How to write a personal statement - UCAStv • Visit www.youtube.com/ucasonline for more videos.

  11. Belfast, Coleraine, Magee and Jordanstown The University of Choice… www.ulster.ac.uk/study www.facebook.com/ulsteruniversity

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