Written by Doctors
 
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A practical, modern guide to writing an outstanding personal statement — now updated for the new UCAS 2025 format.

Created by Cambridge medical students and doctors who’ve read and reviewed hundreds of statements, this workbook walks you through exactly what admissions tutors are looking for.
Whether you're just starting out or polishing a draft, this guide will help you reflect deeply, structure your ideas clearly, and communicate with confidence.

What’s Inside:
Prompts and planning exercises for each of the new UCAS questions
Real example answers with annotations to show what “good” looks like
Sentence starters and a vocabulary bank to help you find your voice
Common mistakes to avoid (with examples)
Reflection and self-review checklists
Progress tracker to stay on top of drafts and deadlines
Written by doctors and medical students with years of admissions insight
 
Format:
Delivered as a downloadable, print-friendly PDF
Suitable for students applying in 2025 and beyond Perfect for Year 12–13 students, gap year applicants, or international students applying to UK medicine
 
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