 Are you writing your personal statement? Here's 10 quick tips on what to include and what not to include when you write it. Tip 1. Length You have 4,000 characters. That might sound like a lot, but it's only about a page, so use it wisely. Don't repeat any information and don't add any unnecessary details. Just focus on the things that make you an ideal candidate. Tip 2. Structure It's good to use the essay structure you've learned in class. Writing a statement into a clear introduction, main points and conclusion will enhance your clarity. Tip 3. Ensure that your language is appropriate and your grammar is correct because you wouldn't want your application for history of art and archaeology to be confined to history through silly spelling mistakes. Tip 4. Please chase and generalizations The course you're applying for happens to be the passion or interest for about 99% of the other applicants, so this won't stand out. And if you're thinking about starting off with that philosophical quote, don't. Tip 5. Breath and death It's good to decide beforehand which topics you want to include, so you can cover a range of experiences and also go into enough detail. Tip 6. Facts Avoid just listing off facts in your personal statement. Chances are, your admission student has probably already heard them and they can make your application feel tedious. Tip 7. Make everything as relevant as possible As you're writing, ask yourself, so what? How do your work experience, hobbies or even volunteering link back to the course you're applying for? 8. Show your interest in the field Expand your knowledge through podcasts, reading or online resources and managing potential career paths Tip 9. Course and institution references So as a unique institution, we'd love to hear why you'd be a perfect fit, but listing a specific institution name or course reference in your personal statement isn't a good move. Tip 10. Be personal This is your personal statement, nobody else's, so make sure you accurately reflect the type of person you are and your reasons for studying it so as. I hope you found those 10 top tips useful and good luck with the application.