Dr Darren Juniper, Programme Director and Admissions Tutor for Animal Science at University of Reading, explained what he’s looking for and how a well worded, logical personal statement that ‘shows where you’re coming from and going to’ can sometimes be the deciding factor.
'In essence a good UCAS statement for animal science should detail logically what experience(s) you have had with animals and within the animal industry; this can include vets, equine based yards, rehoming centres, and farms. Generally, the more experience the better.'
For another perspective, University of Bristol’s website outlines the evidence they would like from applicants for their animal behaviour and welfare science degree, including an appreciation of the scientific nature of the degree and your thoughts about relevant political and ethical issues.