Personal statement advice: dentistry
We've been researching and collating the top things that dental schools want to see from your personal statement. Here’s what they say.
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Personal statement advice: dentistry
We've been researching and collating the top things that dental schools want to see from your personal statement. Here’s what they say.
Podiatrist
Podiatrists help people live more comfortably by providing treatment and care for foot and leg problems.
Policing 2026 personal statement guide
Show how you’ve got the right personality for the physical, emotional, and mental demands of a career in policing.
Speaking to the disability adviser, mental health adviser or student support team
Universities and colleges have teams in place to make sure students are able to get the right support for their individual needs. This guide will help you get the information you need to make an informed decision.
Undergraduate accommodation
Finding somewhere you'll be happy to live is an important part of uni life.
What can the higher education sector learn from the growth in demand that is being experienced within the school and college sector?
Pat Carvalho, Principal, Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMET).
Writing your personal statement: Students with individual needs
Universities and colleges welcome students from diverse backgrounds and with a range of unique strengths and qualities. Here, we offer guidance on how to showcase the valuable and transferable skills drawn from your personal experiences and circumstances.
Accommodation for apprentices
If you decide to do an apprenticeship, accommodation is something to consider if you’re going to live away from home. It’s important you make the right decision for you and your circumstances, so you feel comfortable and happy after coming home from work. We’ve outlined what you need to know to make an informed decision for you.
Accounting and finance 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you want to work in corporate finance, or you just love numbers, get your enthusiasm for accounting and finance and your future aspirations across in your personal statement.
Agriculture and related sciences 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you want to work in farming, forestry or fishing, get across your interest and enthusiasm for the course, alongside some insights into the subject area.
Anthropology 2026 personal statement guide
Write about what fascinates you about humans, and your desire to study our behaviour and biology further at university.
Applying for a business apprenticeship
Do you want to build business knowledge while gaining hands-on experience? Whether you're looking at a career in business administration, operations, or marketing, apprenticeships are the perfect way to get your foot in the door with some of the biggest players in the market today. Here, we walk you through applying for a business apprenticeship, with top tips from employers about what they look for in an apprentice.
Applying for a digital and IT apprenticeship
Looking to start a career in the digital and IT sector? There's no better way to immerse yourself in the tech world than an apprenticeship, where you will get access to industry-standard tools, equipment and work on live projects on a daily basis. Take a look through our digital and IT apprenticeship application guide below, and find out the first steps of your journey into a future in the tech space.
Applying for a finance and accounting apprenticeship
Looking to start a career in finance and accounting? While academic routes are often the first thought when entering the field, there is no better way to gain hands-on experience in the sector than embarking on an apprenticeship and working while you learn. In the guide below, we'll help you on the first stage of your journey in applying for an apprenticeship, what to expect at the interview stage, and some advice and guidance from live employers in the space.
Applying for a legal apprenticeship
Do you want to start a legal career among experienced professionals? Legal apprenticeships, including the 6-year solicitor apprenticeship, are the perfect way to gain practical skills and real-world context on the route to becoming a qualified solicitor. In this guide, we walk you through applying for one type of legal apprenticeship, the solicitor apprenticeship - which includes a Law Degree and all the professional examinations you need to qualify - with top tips from employers about what they look for in an apprentice.
Archaeology 2026 personal statement guide
Dig deep into what fascinates you about archaeology and what you hope to discover on a course like this.
Building and construction 2026 personal statement guide
The built environment encompasses lots of courses and professions, so outline your reasons for wanting to study the particular building and construction course you’re applying for, and what fascinates you about buildings and how they’re made.