A1 template for personal statement
A1 template for personal statement (approx. 800 words)
Introduction
- Introduce yourself/ maybe a quote that inspires you
- Your goals (where you see yourself in the future)
- The award you are nominating for yourself: ‘Student of the year award’
Main body
1)Your personal successes
2) Professional Skills you have developed
3) How you have contributed to the academic environment
Conclusion
- Summarise your experience
- Overall, why you deserve the award
Key points to consider:
- You must write in full paragraphs
- No bullet points allowed
- Use cohesive devices
- Write with clarity
- Write formally (you can use personal pronouns)
- Please reflect in-depth about your journey as a student so far (avoid describing)
