Studying abroad

Help with writing personal statements for your application

If writing a personal statement seems like a pointless exercise to you or you’re struggling for inspiration, follow our practical advice to help you get it right.

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Which referees should I choose for my postgraduate application?

You’ve done your research, filled in the application form and written your personal statement – and now you’re faced with having to provide referees too. Professor Sian Maslin-Prothero, Dean of the Graduate School at Keele University and Mairi MacLeod (Head of the Graduate School) are here to guide you through choosing the best referees to support your application.

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Write a winning application for your postgraduate course

Filling in an application form for a postgraduate course can be a daunting prospect. Jo Moyle, careers counsellor at Oxford Brookes University’s Careers and Employment Centre, explains how you can make a great job of it.

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