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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.

Pre-application support

From entry requirements, course choices, to personal statement techniques, make sure your students have everything they need to successfully apply to university.

Volunteering

Volunteering gives you the opportunity to help out in the community, with a charity, or another organisation.

Work experience and volunteering

Work experience, placements, and volunteering are a great way to demonstrate your enthusiasm, knowledge, and passion for your chosen subject area in your personal statement.

Personal statement advice: law

What should you write in a law personal statement? From wider reading to spot-on spelling and grammar, you'll need a personal statement that makes a convincing case. We asked admissions tutors to share their top dos and don’ts.

Psychology 2026 personal statement guide

Get the tone right in your psychology personal statement and write about your interest, enthusiasm, and commitment to studying this fascinating, scientific, and rewarding subject.

No offers?

Find out what to do next if you’re not holding any conservatoire offers.

How to end your personal statement

The personal statement is your opportunity to talk about you, and why you want to enrol on a particular course. You’ve got this far – showing your passion for the subject. But how do you end your personal statement in a way that truly does it justice?