Here are some examples of openings to personal statements:
- Philosophy.
Here the candidate demonstrates their personal closeness to their subject whilst also being humorous:
I personally feel the need to explore ideas of free will, reevaluate my moral systems and generally attempt to mentally establish my philosophical views with unsettling regularity. - Teacher Training.
The candidate shows their commitment to their course, and their experience already.
I am one of ten siblings, so you can believe me when I say I know the highs and the lows of working with children and that I am sure I want to do it for a career. - Maths.
The candidate opens with what exactly it is about maths that they love.
Mathematical logic underlies the functionality of every process from rocket science to the budget of a household. It is this diversity of application that intrigues me and makes me want to study it in depth.
