As it's "that time of year again", it might be useful to revisit the UCAS list of Top 10 overused and cliched phrases students use in their Personal Statements.
From a young age I have (always) been ...
For as long as I can remember I have ...
I am applying for this course because ...
I have always been interested in ...
Throughout my life, I have always enjoyed ...
Reflecting on my educational experience ...
XX is a very challenging and demanding (career/profession/course) ...
Academically, I have always been ...
I have always wanted to pursue a career in ...
I have always been passionate about ...
UCAS has released the information to encourage applicants to "convey a connection with the subject" in language that made them stand out. Their chief executive, Mary Curnock Cook, said: "The Personal Statement is supposed to be personal. Learning to write about yourself in a compelling way is a vital skill when applying for jobs; using hackneyed phrases is not the best way to stand out.
No comments:
Post a Comment
Note: only a member of this blog may post a comment.