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

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  • @DoctorShaene
    @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому +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 роки тому +92

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

  • @priyankavenkataramani416
    @priyankavenkataramani416 4 роки тому +68

    I specifically signed in on UA-cam 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 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much 🙏🏽

    • @thespectacular9826
      @thespectacular9826 2 роки тому

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

  • @blanca339
    @blanca339 2 роки тому +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 Рік тому +1

      How did it go

    • @blanca339
      @blanca339 Рік тому +2

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

    • @hetanshparmar1426
      @hetanshparmar1426 Рік тому +1

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

  • @Alaa-ny2xo
    @Alaa-ny2xo 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

      Best of luck!

    • @niharikasingh7677
      @niharikasingh7677 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +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.

  • @irishpanda8648
    @irishpanda8648 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @douglasssali5410
    @douglasssali5410 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @chrisfield9210
    @chrisfield9210 4 роки тому +4

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

  • @_kazmee
    @_kazmee 7 місяців тому

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

  • @Shaljnm
    @Shaljnm 4 роки тому +7

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

  • @brucechen9736
    @brucechen9736 2 роки тому

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

  • @sophiebryden6592
    @sophiebryden6592 4 роки тому +5

    this was so incredibly helpful, thank you!!

  • @Ba-Dum-Tssss
    @Ba-Dum-Tssss 3 роки тому +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!

  • @pecinpah
    @pecinpah 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @valentinahossain9724
    @valentinahossain9724 Рік тому

    absolutely loved it, thanks a lot

  • @chun-yz2hm
    @chun-yz2hm 3 місяці тому

    this is so helpful,thanks!!!

  • @mikojosah4159
    @mikojosah4159 6 місяців тому

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

  • @jestersmith9349
    @jestersmith9349 3 роки тому +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! 🥳🥳

  • @moulirajput78
    @moulirajput78 7 місяців тому

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

  • @enidw04x
    @enidw04x 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @zarifanarzis9621
    @zarifanarzis9621 2 роки тому

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

  • @irene-bz2yq
    @irene-bz2yq 4 роки тому +1

    This is so helpful. Thank you so much!

  • @layomi8505
    @layomi8505 4 роки тому +91

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

  • @rasika2234
    @rasika2234 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Did you get in? :)

  • @ethel_k
    @ethel_k 3 роки тому +1

    Loved this

  • @jman8318
    @jman8318 Рік тому

    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

  • @path.to.medicine6855
    @path.to.medicine6855 4 роки тому +6

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

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому

      Thanks so much! Glad it was useful!

  • @richaraj3815
    @richaraj3815 2 роки тому

    Brilliantly explained 👍👍👍

  • @tarteel483
    @tarteel483 Рік тому

    This is an insanely good Video

  • @lucaleon5492
    @lucaleon5492 Рік тому

    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!

  • @Tzo19996
    @Tzo19996 2 роки тому

    Fantastic video, thank you!

  • @serene1429
    @serene1429 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much! This is very helpful!

  • @daydin3535
    @daydin3535 3 роки тому

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

  • @carlalongo480
    @carlalongo480 3 роки тому

    Thank you, that really helped me!

  • @evelinevy2635
    @evelinevy2635 3 роки тому +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 🙏🏽☺️

  • @KarenyErik
    @KarenyErik 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @guganesan.ilavarasan
      @guganesan.ilavarasan 4 роки тому

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

    • @KarenyErik
      @KarenyErik 3 роки тому +1

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

    • @guganesan.ilavarasan
      @guganesan.ilavarasan 3 роки тому +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.

  • @pradippaudel5827
    @pradippaudel5827 4 роки тому

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

  • @FryatAbrha-tw2oj
    @FryatAbrha-tw2oj 11 місяців тому

    God bless you 🙏 it's easy now.

  • @Mila3576mila
    @Mila3576mila 2 роки тому

    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!

  • @renadgalal14
    @renadgalal14 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much man u r awesome!

  • @VeselaKoleva-nf4cx
    @VeselaKoleva-nf4cx Рік тому

    thank you so much for this video is very helpful

  • @karimeassaf
    @karimeassaf 3 роки тому

    This is awesome! Thank you so much !:D

  • @donutboy9576
    @donutboy9576 Місяць тому

    Thank you

  • @shazenmaire
    @shazenmaire 4 роки тому

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

  • @annmariemclean4731
    @annmariemclean4731 3 роки тому

    This video really helps, thanks a lot

  • @sanamir9886
    @sanamir9886 2 роки тому

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

  • @rosia_li
    @rosia_li 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому +1

      My pleasure! Glad they’re useful! 🙌

  • @babyf9279
    @babyf9279 4 роки тому

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

  • @sarahmariey5377
    @sarahmariey5377 3 роки тому

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

  • @LUCEROSJ1
    @LUCEROSJ1 3 роки тому

    Such a great video! Quality content :D

  • @emiramosaco7268
    @emiramosaco7268 4 роки тому

    AMAZING I LOVE THIS VIDEO
    Big help

  • @just_a_nexus_boi7482
    @just_a_nexus_boi7482 2 роки тому

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

  • @seyedezahratabatabai705
    @seyedezahratabatabai705 3 роки тому

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

  • @adriparnapaul5794
    @adriparnapaul5794 2 роки тому +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

  • @adamgil4159
    @adamgil4159 4 роки тому +4

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

  • @joiorganics9744
    @joiorganics9744 2 роки тому

    Wow...Thank you

  • @nenditajaswal
    @nenditajaswal 3 роки тому

    thanks for the video

  • @soham7316
    @soham7316 Рік тому

    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

  • @aburahaman6334
    @aburahaman6334 3 роки тому

    You deserve more. ...

  • @Dzukari
    @Dzukari 3 роки тому

    thank you !!!

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  3 роки тому

      😊

    • @Dzukari
      @Dzukari 3 роки тому

      @@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 !!!

  • @irineay3994
    @irineay3994 3 роки тому

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

  • @Imacutebanygirl
    @Imacutebanygirl 2 роки тому

    Tnx✨

  • @manirakizajeanpierre8927
    @manirakizajeanpierre8927 24 дні тому

    Hello, may you help me to write a Personal Statement

  • @prasiddharajaure1465
    @prasiddharajaure1465 4 роки тому

    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?

  • @ajijose8033
    @ajijose8033 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      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 😊

  • @Damian-xy8gc
    @Damian-xy8gc 2 роки тому

    How many paragraphs do u need to write

  • @khan45648
    @khan45648 2 роки тому

    Can I still write a good personal statement without work experience

  • @alishad9809
    @alishad9809 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому +1

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

  • @akshatjain671
    @akshatjain671 4 роки тому

    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 роки тому +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!

  • @bryanshayne1184
    @bryanshayne1184 2 роки тому

    How many words can a personal statement be ?

  • @seonghui3693
    @seonghui3693 4 роки тому +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 3 роки тому +1

      Better than when ur 17 and lacking everything

    • @seonghui3693
      @seonghui3693 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @olohitaisoze3596
    @olohitaisoze3596 4 роки тому

    What if you don't have any work experience ?

  • @jjnojam886
    @jjnojam886 4 роки тому

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

  • @siddhantnijhawan9007
    @siddhantnijhawan9007 3 роки тому

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

  • @sutharshinithileepan1032
    @sutharshinithileepan1032 4 роки тому

    Do you have to include COVID in the personal statement

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому +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

  • @kamesh_cruise
    @kamesh_cruise Рік тому

    science, care and also MONEY lol

  • @xo_thiv_xo
    @xo_thiv_xo 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому

      Sure!

    • @xo_thiv_xo
      @xo_thiv_xo 4 роки тому

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

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому

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

    • @princess_naadirah9900
      @princess_naadirah9900 4 роки тому

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

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому

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

  • @A4_XCII
    @A4_XCII 3 роки тому

    why am i seeing this after submitting

  • @ar-2-onix116
    @ar-2-onix116 2 роки тому

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

  • @riddhimasharma8606
    @riddhimasharma8606 4 роки тому

    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 роки тому

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

  • @riddhimasharma8606
    @riddhimasharma8606 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому

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

    • @riddhimasharma8606
      @riddhimasharma8606 4 роки тому

      What is the cutoff for Oxbridge!??

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому

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

    • @DoctorShaene
      @DoctorShaene  4 роки тому

      Friday at 12.00 pm!

  • @mummyskitchen5311
    @mummyskitchen5311 4 роки тому

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

  • @xo_thiv_xo
    @xo_thiv_xo 4 роки тому

    What other university did you apply to

  • @shavetadevesar
    @shavetadevesar 3 роки тому

    Hi

  • @GulsevarTurayeva-n7c
    @GulsevarTurayeva-n7c 7 місяців тому

    ua-cam.com/video/OT221dHqxvE/v-deo.html good point