Predicted grades will be finalised in September Predicted

Predicted grades will be finalised in September Predicted grades are based on performance during Year 12 + professional judgement Students can talk to teachers before then to gauge an indication of their likely predictions Whilst there is scope for negotiation, this does need to be done within a realistic context

Personal statements

Personal statements At Open Days, students are often given conflicting advice about personal statements, but in general, statements should: �Explain why the student wants to pursue a particular course �Illustrate particular interests within the subject area �At least 2/3 of the statement should be related to the subject �Not include any institution-specific details �Include details of other interests, skills, experiences

Personal statements Should: Mention any plans for a gap year Refer to work experience / employment if relevant Include career aspirations if relevant Conclude by referring back to the chosen area of study Be truthful and accurate!

One year………… 234 contained the statement: "Ever since I accidentally burnt holes in my pyjamas after experimenting with a chemistry set on my eighth birthday, I have always had a passion for science. “

Getting started 47 lines (4000 characters including spaces) 60%-80% of the content should be academic: ◦ Why do you want to study the subject? ◦ What skills do you possess that would make you a good student of the subject? ◦ Who or what has inspired you? ◦ What aspects of the subject do you want to explore further? Additional experiences and skills Hobbies and interests

Advice from tutors https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=5 j. Q 3 M Jgdk. JY (40 -minute talk from former admissions tutor at Imperial College) https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=_8 h. Fk. M Aj. W-I (5 -minute summary from the same tutor)

Advice from UCAS https: //www. ucas. com/ucas/undergraduate/getting -started/when-apply/how-write-ucasundergraduate-personal-statement Links to resources including: Personal statement tool Personal statement timeline Personal statement mind map Personal statement worksheet

Process Students are encouraged to show their statements to parents Subject teachers, form tutors, Mrs Greeves and Miss Combes check personal statements as requested All forms will be thoroughly checked before they are processed Statements should be cut and pasted from Word It is best if students show their statement to one person at a time!