Application advice and resources

Putting your best self forward

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Your university application is your chance to shine and show how your experiences have shaped you.

To help you stand out, we’ve pulled together some of our best tips and advice on writing your personal statement and getting ready for your uni journey.

Check out our new podcast

Watch or listen to the first episode of our new Southampton Sessions: Path to Uni podcast, and get unfiltered insights into those big questions students everywhere are asking right now to help you navigate the journey to university.

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    Video podcast: Episode 1 - Uni, UCAS and the Final Push

    Recorded at our Highfield Campus studio, this video tackles the big questions students face as UCAS deadlines approach and revision season kicks in. (54 minutes 11 seconds)

Writing your personal statement

    Quick Five: becoming a competitive applicant

    In this video, we’ll guide you through how to write a competitive personal statement for your UCAS application – helping you stand out and make a strong impression on universities. (3 minutes 16 seconds)
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Dr Aude Campnas
Director of Undergraduate Recruitment and Admissions
My personal statement top tips are to be sincere and write in your own voice. Be enthusiastic and show genuine passion for your subject and be specific, using precise examples from your experiences.

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