Writing Your Personal Statement

Complete the form below to help you write your personal statement.

Writing About the Course

Why are you applying for your chosen course? I have had a passion for music ever since I started learning the piano at 6 years of age. I have considered studying other subjects at university such as Modern Languages or Mathematics with Music being a hobby to keep on the side or something to fall back on, but with further thought I came to the conclusion that I wanted to study Music as I can see myself having a successful career in it. This specific course stood out for me because of its individuality. It allows you to specialise in whatever part of music you want to in the second and third years. This appealed to me as other universities didnt give this option, and stated that students must study a 3 year course as it is written.

Why does this subject interest you? Include evidence that you understand whats required to study the course (e.g. for psychology courses, show that you know how scientific the subject is). This subject interests me because music has been an integral part of survival throughout human history and has become equally as

Why do you think youre suitable for the course(s)? Do you have any particular skills and experience that will help you to succeed on the course(s)?

Do your current or previous studies relate to the course(s) that you have chosen? If so, how?

Have you taken part in any other activities that demonstrate your interest in the courses (ie. additional readings, seminars, etc.)?

Skills and Achievements

Universities like to know the skills you have that will help you on the course, or generally with life at university, such as any accredited or non-accredited achievements. Write these down here.

Other achievements youre proud of (ie. positions of responsibility that you hold or have held both in and out of school and attributes that make you interesting, special or unique).

Hobbies and Interests

Make a list of your hobbies, interests and social activities. Explain how they demonstrate your personality, skills and abilities, linking them to the skills/experience required for your course(s).

Work Experience

Include details of jobs, placements, work experience or voluntary work, particularly if its relevant to your chosen course(s). Try to link any experience to skills or qualities related to the course.

Future Plans

If you know what youd like to achieve after completing the course, explain how you want to use the knowledge and experience that you gain. How does the course relate to what you want to do in the future?