Personal Statement Writing Summer Course in Dubai
Draft a winning personal statement.
Why is it important?
Your personal statement is a key part of your university application. It's your opportunity to showcase your passion and interest in your subject, as well as what you can bring to university life.
What will you learn?
Our Personal Statement Writing course will help you understand the different qualities admissions tutors want to see on personal statements, and how you should communicate them. You will write two personal statement drafts and get feedback on them so that you can further develop your personal statement.
INTRODUCTORY CLASS: Course Introduction-Getting to know your study group and tutor Checking your skills.
UNDERSTANDING PERSONAL STATEMENTS: Understanding how admissions departments assess personal statements. Evaluating your extra-curricular experiences. Planning your super-curricular strategy.
PLANNING YOUR PERSONAL STATEMENT: Adopting the ‘personal statement mindset'. Structuring your personal statement with examples. Writing your opening paragraph. Sharing your first draft of the opening paragraph.
WRITING YOUR PERSONAL STATEMENT: Understanding the writing process. Developing the appropriate tone and style. Structuring your evidence. Editing and submitting the first draft of your personal statement.
SUMMING UP: Reflecting on your performance throughout the course. Completing your Personal Development Plan by setting SMART Objectives.