Is a personal statement in first person?
In your personal statement, you can use third person or first person narrative. Just be sure to choose one over the other, and to keep this consistent from the beginning of your personal statement right up until the end.
Where do I start with a personal statement?
‘ ‘The best personal statements get to the point quickly. ‘ ‘Start with a short sentence that captures the reason why you are interested in studying the area you are applying for and that communicates your enthusiasm for it.
Should I include hobbies in my personal statement?
Yes! But there are a few things to watch out for. Admissions tutors encourage applicants to produce a personal statement which distinguishes them from others. Talking about your interests and hobbies, in a way that supports the rest of your application, can help serve this purpose.
What hobbies should I put on my personal statement?
What are examples of hobbies for a CV?
- Playing sports (football, tennis, etc.)
- Playing chess and solving puzzle games.
- Reading and writing books and articles.
- Drawing, sketching and painting.
- Cooking and baking.
- Travelling.
How do you talk about skills in a personal statement?
Be sure to include skills you’ve gained, such as time management, customer service, teamwork, computer skills etc. Make sure you don’t clutter it up with boring business speak, and banish clichés such as ‘hard worker’ and ‘works well individually or as part of a team’.
How do I write my personal interests?
Personal Interests for a Resume
- Volunteer Work/Community Involvement. Many companies are actively involved in their local communities, so any community involvement or volunteer work you reference could easily be considered relevant.
- Club Memberships.
- Blogging.
- Sports.
- Art.
- Gaming.
- Traveling.
- Child Care.