- I will learn about how to write a personal statement for university or college applications.
Getting started
Learning intention
Success criteria
- I can use language in my personal statement which promotes who I am.
- I can describe what should be included in a good personal statement.
- I can write a personal statement.
Before you start
- Read the tutorial on Writing a personal statement for UCAS or college applications in the Learn and train section on My World of Work.
- Download and prepare class resources.
Duration
These are suggested timescales only and will vary dependent on your group. These activities could be delivered over 2 sessions:
- 10 mins: What is a personal statement discussion
- 30 mins: Personal statement preparation
- 40 mins: Personal statement worksheet
Suitable for
This activity is suitable for Senior phase: S4 to S6 and college or other means of study.