Classics 2026 personal statement guide
Communicate clearly why you’d love to immerse yourself in the worlds of ancient Greece and Rome.
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Classics 2026 personal statement guide
Communicate clearly why you’d love to immerse yourself in the worlds of ancient Greece and Rome.
History 2026 personal statement guide
A great history personal statement is all about selecting examples and experiences that help to demonstrate your love of the subject. Show admissions tutors your unique interest in this subject over and above the syllabus.
Personal statement advice: history
Writing a personal statement for history? We asked admissions tutors what they're looking for – and it's all down to demonstrating your interest over and above the syllabus.
Archaeology 2026 personal statement guide
Dig deep into what fascinates you about archaeology and what you hope to discover on a course like this.
Philosophy 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you’re inspired by Sartre, Noam Chomsky, or Martha Nussbaum, you’ll need to write a philosophy personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic.
Physics and astronomy 2026 personal statement guide
If you’re a future physicist – or astronomer – in the making, admissions tutors say they’re looking beyond your grades for a sparkling personal statement that communicates what lights you up about the subject.