Top Things to Include in your Personal Statement (how to write the best personal statement)

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  • Опубликовано: 25 дек 2024

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  • @DoctorShaene
    @DoctorShaene  4 года назад +69

    Timestamps
    01:06 - What to Include
    01:58 - Motivation
    03:38 - Engagement
    06:33 - Suitability
    09:42 - Reflection
    12:53 - Passion
    14:50 - Plan
    15:31 - Structure
    15:41 - First Draft
    17:06 - Refine
    18:16 - Review

  • @aaronsasmita6754
    @aaronsasmita6754 4 года назад +95

    You're criminally underrated dude! thank you TONS for this!

  • @priyankavenkataramani416
    @priyankavenkataramani416 4 года назад +69

    I specifically signed in on RUclips to comment on how brilliant this video is. You should get more traction for this, so well collated and clearly explained. I was having a loongg writer's block with my statement and this video cleared it right up!
    Thank you so much!

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад +1

      Thanks so much 🙏🏽

    • @thespectacular9826
      @thespectacular9826 2 года назад

      Yes but it's not user-friendly. It only perfectly fits into the medical track

  • @blanca339
    @blanca339 3 года назад +25

    As an international student who's having to figure out by myself what a personal statement is and how to write it, your channel has been the most helpful guide I've found. Thank you so so much, new subscriber over here. I'll come back when I get my Warwick and LSE decisions , although I'm still starting my personal statement :)

    • @hetanshparmar1426
      @hetanshparmar1426 Год назад +1

      How did it go

    • @blanca339
      @blanca339 Год назад +2

      @@hetanshparmar1426 I got into Warwick and got rejected by LSE, both for the BSc in Economics :)

    • @hetanshparmar1426
      @hetanshparmar1426 Год назад +1

      @@blanca339 wow that's great!
      I have also applied for bsc in economics at warwick. Also management

  • @Alaa-ny2xo
    @Alaa-ny2xo 4 года назад +24

    This video taught me more than six individual videos, it is so helpful and informative. I'm definitely recommending this video to my senior friends :)

  • @niharikasingh7677
    @niharikasingh7677 4 года назад +11

    How can I thank you enough? I've been preparing for my Neuroscience PhD applications to Oxbridge this year and your videos were the perfect auditory elixir for me in the shape of powerful, motive-driven advise . Thank you so so much.

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад +1

      Best of luck!

    • @niharikasingh7677
      @niharikasingh7677 4 года назад +2

      @@DoctorShaene Okay I'm fangirling because you replied. I'm more of the person who fangirls over PhDs than rockstars. So hopefully I didn't creep you out🙈 but thankyou so much!!

  • @gavinleaves
    @gavinleaves 4 года назад +4

    You should get a medal for making this video! It deserves a lot more views. I have learnt so much from watching your channel! Keep up the good work bro.

  • @chrisfield9210
    @chrisfield9210 4 года назад +5

    This has helped me to better refine my first draft... thanks!

  • @Shaljnm
    @Shaljnm 4 года назад +7

    Yayy I’ve been waiting for this since you told me - thank you so so much for this !!!

  • @irishpanda8648
    @irishpanda8648 4 года назад +1

    This needs more views you’ve lengthened my personal statement by so much

  • @douglasssali5410
    @douglasssali5410 3 года назад +1

    Bruhh you really have no idea how much helpful this is to so many people,very insightful and pretty much all you need👍👍💯

  • @sophiebryden6592
    @sophiebryden6592 4 года назад +5

    this was so incredibly helpful, thank you!!

  • @brucechen9736
    @brucechen9736 2 года назад

    Sir, this video gives me so many inspirations. Before I watch your video, I got no idea about writing personal statements. Brilliant!

  • @Ba-Dum-Tssss
    @Ba-Dum-Tssss 4 года назад +4

    All the information possible and much more is explained here and this is the best SOP advice video I've come across that's is actually helpful. Some of the paras in my statement are longer due to this reflection tip, but I didn't realise its importance until just now. Thanks for putting this masterpiece out in the world!

  • @_kazmee
    @_kazmee 9 месяцев назад

    This was really helpful. Thanks a ton Dr. Shaene! God bless you🙏🏻

  • @pecinpah
    @pecinpah 2 года назад +1

    This was phenomenally helpful. Thank you so much for posting it.

  • @rasika2234
    @rasika2234 4 года назад +1

    I've been stuck with my PS and you're a lifesaver for it! Your videos are motivating me to refine it in the best way possible. Thank you so much and wish you all the best with everything!

    • @konkoola
      @konkoola 3 года назад

      Did you get in? :)

  • @moulirajput78
    @moulirajput78 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks a lot Doctor Shaene. Your tips and guidance in your video has been of immense help. Great source. Thankyou.

  • @enidw04x
    @enidw04x 3 года назад +1

    This is exactly what I need rn Thanks so much for the work!

  • @path.to.medicine6855
    @path.to.medicine6855 4 года назад +6

    Love this! Thank you so much for filming this video !!

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      Thanks so much! Glad it was useful!

  • @lucaleon5492
    @lucaleon5492 Год назад

    I’ve followed this structure for my Linguistics, Modern languages and comparative writing (All courses separate but sharing characteristics) Personal statement. Considering Languages are all about ‘structure & development’ this format fits quite well. Thank you for sharing!

  • @valentinahossain9724
    @valentinahossain9724 Год назад

    absolutely loved it, thanks a lot

  • @chun-yz2hm
    @chun-yz2hm 5 месяцев назад

    this is so helpful,thanks!!!

  • @irene-bz2yq
    @irene-bz2yq 4 года назад +1

    This is so helpful. Thank you so much!

  • @jestersmith9349
    @jestersmith9349 3 года назад +3

    This has been really insightful! I’m applying for a research program soon, and this will help me tons with my statement! Fingers crossed! Thank you so much! 🥳🥳

  • @layomi8505
    @layomi8505 4 года назад +94

    me watching this while writing my personal statement 👁👄👁 💻

  • @zarifanarzis9621
    @zarifanarzis9621 2 года назад

    It was a BLAST bro!!! Thanks a million..

  • @jman8318
    @jman8318 Год назад

    This is truly such a great guide, thank you for creating this! I am working on my PsyD Statement of purpose as we speak :D

  • @KarenyErik
    @KarenyErik 4 года назад +2

    Excellent video! Thanks, I'm going this year to LSE and I'm also applying to go to Cambridge in 2021. So far this is the most complete video I have seen about personal statements. Great work.

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад +1

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @guganesan.ilavarasan
      @guganesan.ilavarasan 4 года назад

      Wow, I'm applying for Cambridge next year too, for an M.Phil in Archaeological Science though.

    • @KarenyErik
      @KarenyErik 4 года назад +1

      @@guganesan.ilavarasan let's hope for the best!

    • @guganesan.ilavarasan
      @guganesan.ilavarasan 4 года назад +1

      @@KarenyErik LOL, How serendipitous! I was just writing my SOP or in something on that line, it's called a 'Reasons for Applying' for my course in Cambridge. Hope we get in.

  • @mikojosah4159
    @mikojosah4159 7 месяцев назад

    that's what I am looking for. thanks millions!

  • @ethel_k
    @ethel_k 3 года назад +1

    Loved this

  • @richaraj3815
    @richaraj3815 2 года назад

    Brilliantly explained 👍👍👍

  • @Tzo19996
    @Tzo19996 2 года назад

    Fantastic video, thank you!

  • @serene1429
    @serene1429 3 года назад

    Thank you so much! This is very helpful!

  • @pradippaudel5827
    @pradippaudel5827 4 года назад

    G. O. A. T @doctor shane and his way of presenting personal statement

  • @daydin3535
    @daydin3535 4 года назад

    This was so helpful!~ Thank you so much Shaene !

  • @carlalongo480
    @carlalongo480 3 года назад

    Thank you, that really helped me!

  • @evelinevy2635
    @evelinevy2635 3 года назад +1

    Thank you so much! Sincerely Thank You 🙏🏽 This is the most detailed and helpful piece of information Pers. Statement. Reliable tips and simple explanation.
    I'm search for a few month now, and finally I’m able to fit my 6 years of experience in 700 charters!
    Again, Thank You for your time and efforts 🙏🏽☺️

  • @tarteel483
    @tarteel483 Год назад

    This is an insanely good Video

  • @annmariemclean4731
    @annmariemclean4731 3 года назад

    This video really helps, thanks a lot

  • @renadgalal14
    @renadgalal14 2 года назад

    Thank you so much man u r awesome!

  • @VeselaKoleva-nf4cx
    @VeselaKoleva-nf4cx 2 года назад

    thank you so much for this video is very helpful

  • @FryatAbrha-tw2oj
    @FryatAbrha-tw2oj Год назад

    God bless you 🙏 it's easy now.

  • @karimeassaf
    @karimeassaf 3 года назад

    This is awesome! Thank you so much !:D

  • @LUCEROSJ1
    @LUCEROSJ1 4 года назад

    Such a great video! Quality content :D

  • @sarahmariey5377
    @sarahmariey5377 3 года назад

    god blesshim - the way its all clear and organised im impressed

  • @Mila3576mila
    @Mila3576mila 2 года назад

    super super super! I loved this video and now I'm more sure about myself that I'm gonna get into Oxford and get a scholarship. Thank you!

  • @rosia_li
    @rosia_li 4 года назад +1

    Thanks very much for your videos, so helpful!!!

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад +1

      My pleasure! Glad they’re useful! 🙌

  • @babyf9279
    @babyf9279 4 года назад

    the best !!!!! thanks you for your help

  • @shazenmaire
    @shazenmaire 4 года назад

    This was so helpful thanks! I’m actually excited to write mine now haha

  • @donutboy9576
    @donutboy9576 2 месяца назад

    Thank you

  • @emiramosaco7268
    @emiramosaco7268 4 года назад

    AMAZING I LOVE THIS VIDEO
    Big help

  • @nenditajaswal
    @nenditajaswal 3 года назад

    thanks for the video

  • @adriparnapaul5794
    @adriparnapaul5794 2 года назад +2

    On the REFLECTION part, can we add some introspection based on something that we read in books which aren't really our subject (that we're applying for) related but science related? Or can it be something related to knowledge as a whole and thus shows the introspective level nd not necessarily related to my subject? Btw great video

  • @Dzukari
    @Dzukari 3 года назад

    thank you !!!

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  3 года назад

      😊

    • @Dzukari
      @Dzukari 3 года назад

      @@DoctorShaene I've just finished my essay for scholarship. Just wanted you to know I've couldn't done it without you. So thanks again !!!

  • @joiorganics9744
    @joiorganics9744 2 года назад

    Wow...Thank you

  • @just_a_nexus_boi7482
    @just_a_nexus_boi7482 2 года назад

    I am interesting in receiving a copy of the personal statement template

  • @aburahaman6334
    @aburahaman6334 3 года назад

    You deserve more. ...

  • @seyedezahratabatabai705
    @seyedezahratabatabai705 4 года назад

    Thanks a million 😍 would you plz send the template link?

  • @sanaafzalmir
    @sanaafzalmir 2 года назад

    After reading this, my sop sounds so dumb. Thank God I still have time to submit it.

  • @adamgil4159
    @adamgil4159 4 года назад +4

    I've lost the part where he mentions the perfect structure to flesh out paragraphs and can't find it

  • @Imacutebanygirl
    @Imacutebanygirl 2 года назад

    Tnx✨

  • @irineay3994
    @irineay3994 3 года назад

    Hello Doctor Shaene, do you have any example personal statement for engineering
    ? Thank you

  • @ajijose8033
    @ajijose8033 4 года назад +3

    Hey I don't think the link is working for me, I put my email in and I have not received a email

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      There should’ve been a hyperlink that said “click here to download” if you click that, it should open the template automatically. Alternatively DM me on Instagram with your email and I’ll send you a copy 😊

  • @soham7316
    @soham7316 Год назад

    do you need to add where you got the work experience from because it would take up a lot of characters overall, or is it still fine without

  • @alishad9809
    @alishad9809 4 года назад +1

    How much work experience did you do personally and how much extra curricular did you do too?

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад +1

      Will be releasing a video where I basically read out and critique my own PS so that will answer your questions 😊

  • @manirakizajeanpierre8927
    @manirakizajeanpierre8927 2 месяца назад

    Hello, may you help me to write a Personal Statement

  • @seonghui3693
    @seonghui3693 4 года назад +2

    When you’re a 14 year old tryna gettin mo knowledge for a personal statement for the future and find out that you are lacking everything

    • @yousefmedhat5460
      @yousefmedhat5460 4 года назад +1

      Better than when ur 17 and lacking everything

    • @seonghui3693
      @seonghui3693 4 года назад +1

      @@yousefmedhat5460 better late than never!
      Hope u get in to the college of your choice! Good luck!
      :)

  • @prasiddharajaure1465
    @prasiddharajaure1465 4 года назад

    I will be applying for an Economics major and I recently got my economic paper reviewed by an international journal (not published though). Do you think it's worth it to mention it in my personal statement?

  • @Damian-xy8gc
    @Damian-xy8gc 2 года назад

    How many paragraphs do u need to write

  • @jjnojam886
    @jjnojam886 4 года назад

    hmmm am I too late to start my PS now
    just finished my essay for US universities, but it's so different from PS

  • @akshatjain671
    @akshatjain671 4 года назад

    Hi Shaene, i am currently in the process of writing a personal statement for Masters in Computer Science. Do you think that the strategies mentioned here can be applied to that too? Also is there anyone here who has used the strategies mentioned above to write a personal statement for something other than medicine?

    • @abeeluvz
      @abeeluvz 4 года назад +1

      Using mine for acting and some of them are 100% helping just make sure to check your course for key points and words that they use that will help u with ur statement!

  • @khan45648
    @khan45648 2 года назад

    Can I still write a good personal statement without work experience

  • @siddhantnijhawan9007
    @siddhantnijhawan9007 4 года назад

    bro can you please give me link for template ????????//

  • @xo_thiv_xo
    @xo_thiv_xo 4 года назад +1

    In Cambridge do you know anyone who studies medicine with not all a*s at gcse

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      Sure!

    • @xo_thiv_xo
      @xo_thiv_xo 4 года назад

      Doctor Shaene do you know what they roughly got at GCSEs?

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      Hmm not too sure tbh 🙁 but I’m sure they look at things other than just GCSE

    • @princess_naadirah9900
      @princess_naadirah9900 4 года назад

      Do you think 6 A* 2 A and 3B’s have a chance

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      Hey! I have a series of videos on this on the playlist “how to get into Oxbridge” 😊

  • @olohitaisoze3596
    @olohitaisoze3596 4 года назад

    What if you don't have any work experience ?

  • @bryanshayne1184
    @bryanshayne1184 2 года назад

    How many words can a personal statement be ?

  • @sutharshinithileepan1032
    @sutharshinithileepan1032 4 года назад

    Do you have to include COVID in the personal statement

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад +1

      Good question - I personally feel like a lot will talk about it, so if you do, try and make it a unique point. But generally you can talk about being (1) inspired by the medical and research fields, (2) resilience through this time and (3) how you engaged with medicine during this time

  • @riddhimasharma8606
    @riddhimasharma8606 4 года назад +1

    Sir what were your extracurricular you mentioned in your. Personal statement???

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      I’ll release a video reading my own personal statement soon 🙌

    • @riddhimasharma8606
      @riddhimasharma8606 4 года назад

      What is the cutoff for Oxbridge!??

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      Depends on the college - Downing is 5.5 I think. Check on the website to make sure

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      Friday at 12.00 pm!

  • @kamesh_cruise
    @kamesh_cruise Год назад

    science, care and also MONEY lol

  • @shavetadevesar
    @shavetadevesar 3 года назад

    Hi

  • @riddhimasharma8606
    @riddhimasharma8606 4 года назад

    I sir I am krishna sharma. I am from india . I just want to know your bmat score ?? Can you please tell . It should be helpful.☺☺

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 года назад

      Hey! I’m actually not too sure exactly but each college has a cut off that they openly say so check out their websites 🙌

  • @mummyskitchen5311
    @mummyskitchen5311 4 года назад

    Any specific difference for a computer science masters degree Personal Statement?

  • @xo_thiv_xo
    @xo_thiv_xo 4 года назад

    What other university did you apply to

  • @A4_XCII
    @A4_XCII 3 года назад

    why am i seeing this after submitting

  • @ar-2-onix116
    @ar-2-onix116 2 года назад

    I feel like a better acronym for the framework should be S.P.E.R.M.

  • @GulsevarTurayeva-n7c
    @GulsevarTurayeva-n7c 9 месяцев назад

    ruclips.net/video/OT221dHqxvE/видео.html good point

  • @Chrisema
    @Chrisema 21 день назад

    Hey @Doctorshaene, I did not find the FREE Personal statement guide. I followed the link to download it, but to no avail.