As I've said- your tutors primarily want you to care about your subject. They need to know you're willing to put a lot of time and effort into your course- and that you have and will go beyond what you're to do.
This quality has to show through clearly in your application- in the given space.
How do you do this?
This quality has to show through clearly in your application- in the given space.
How do you do this?
1) Read
Make a conscious effort to read above and beyond your syllabus if you aren't already doing this. It isn't enough to know what everyone else does- you have to stand out.
Read as many articles as you can related to your subject, subscribe to niche magazines, go to your library !
Know what's currently happening in your field.
Make a list of the books you've read, and discuss the ones that have made the most impact on you in your personal statement.
2) Extra-Curriculars
The admissions committee is looking for well rounded individuals- not just people that
Pursue whatever you're interested in outside school hours- ice skating, horse riding, whatever. But make sure that at least one of your extra-curricular activities relates to your subject.
It's important to explore your subject in a non academic related setting: if you're applying for a degree in politics, join the debating society- if you want to study biology- join your school's Naturalist Society- or even better start one !
3) Volunteer
Giving back to the community is essential. Show that you want to make a difference to society through your subject- volunteer in a field that relates to your subject- and you can be creative about it.
Tip: Teaching your subject to classes below you always looks good, and is fun !
4) Lead
Every university loves students that show initiative; that have authority. Leading or starting a club, committee, sports team or anything at all shows that you have organization skills, and that you're willing to take responsibility.
5) Internships
If you can work manage to get some experience in the field you're interested in- nothing like it. It will give you a better idea about what you can after your degree, and you'll learn things you never could in the classroom.
It may seem hard to get an internship- but talk to people. Talk to your teachers, parents, family friends- there's a high chance that at least one of the adults you know will know someone who can help you.
Age doesn't have to be a barrier if you're enthusiastic and willing to learn.
Make a conscious effort to read above and beyond your syllabus if you aren't already doing this. It isn't enough to know what everyone else does- you have to stand out.
Read as many articles as you can related to your subject, subscribe to niche magazines, go to your library !
Know what's currently happening in your field.
Make a list of the books you've read, and discuss the ones that have made the most impact on you in your personal statement.
2) Extra-Curriculars
The admissions committee is looking for well rounded individuals- not just people that
Pursue whatever you're interested in outside school hours- ice skating, horse riding, whatever. But make sure that at least one of your extra-curricular activities relates to your subject.
It's important to explore your subject in a non academic related setting: if you're applying for a degree in politics, join the debating society- if you want to study biology- join your school's Naturalist Society- or even better start one !
3) Volunteer
Giving back to the community is essential. Show that you want to make a difference to society through your subject- volunteer in a field that relates to your subject- and you can be creative about it.
Tip: Teaching your subject to classes below you always looks good, and is fun !
4) Lead
Every university loves students that show initiative; that have authority. Leading or starting a club, committee, sports team or anything at all shows that you have organization skills, and that you're willing to take responsibility.
5) Internships
If you can work manage to get some experience in the field you're interested in- nothing like it. It will give you a better idea about what you can after your degree, and you'll learn things you never could in the classroom.
It may seem hard to get an internship- but talk to people. Talk to your teachers, parents, family friends- there's a high chance that at least one of the adults you know will know someone who can help you.
Age doesn't have to be a barrier if you're enthusiastic and willing to learn.
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