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Trotman Indigo Publishing Limited How to Write a Winning UCAS Personal Statement
The personal statement is a pivotal part of your UCAS application and the section that applicants agonise over the most. Admissions tutors will see hundreds of personal statements for one course alone, so how can you make yours stand out from the crowd? Uniquely written in direct collaboration with universities, this bestselling guide provides current and accurate insider information on what admissions tutors are really looking for. Helping you to make informed choices and positive applications, it is packed full of vital tips on: How to tailor the perfect personal statement for your chosen course, with a collection of subject-specific chapters The best way to showcase your skills Which classic mistakes you MUST avoid What an ideal personal statement looks like – and how to write one Fully updated to reflect the latest admissions procedures, this is a must-read for anyone wanting to write a winning UCAS personal statement and land a place on their dream course.
£15.17
Trotman Indigo Publishing Limited University Interviews: Top Answers & Insider Tips
Impressing at interview is a vital part of the admissions process for students hoping to win a place on the most competitive and popular university courses. To be successful, you'll need to prepare thoroughly and be able to demonstrate passion and flair for your subject to admissions tutors. Covering every aspect of the planning stages and packed with sample questions, guided answers and practical activities throughout, this book will support you through every stage of the interview process to enable you to perform to the best of your ability and tackle tough questions with confidence. Featuring insider tips from admissions tutors, this guide will help you avoid the common pitfalls, offering essential advice on how to shine at interview, including: Interview format and outline: what to expect from panel, group and multiple mini interviews A unique overview of the psychology of the interview process and the soft skills needed to succeed How to answer common questions, with worked through examples of what to say and what not to say Subject-specific questions and answers for popular courses, including Medicine and Oxbridge interviews – and how to approach them Preparing for higher and degree apprenticeship interviews, with information on major employers. This a student's must-read handbook on university interviews, giving you all the tools at your fingertips to find your competitive edge and win a place at your dream institution.
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