I feel the reason I have such an affinity for linguistics is because I am bilingual. I often find myself compelled by the relationship between English and Lithuanian, the two languages I speak fluently.
They are surprisingly similar and yet incredibly different, at times being translatable word for word, and other times, a word or phrase can...
English Language and Linguistics Personal Statement Example 1
Language is common to all people. By its nature, it is something that links us all together, yet our use of language is a major factor in defining us all as individuals. For something that comes so naturally to all of us, language can hold great power and influence. Even this personal statement is a perfect example of how language can be constructed in order to influence the opinion of others. My decision to study English Language is based on my desire to further my understanding of the language that I and the people around me use and encounter on a daily basis, and through this, understand our society a little better. The study of Linguistics will complement this, giving me the chance to apply precise analysis to language data. As something I have never directly studied before, I see this area as a new way for me to look at language, with a more precise and scientific approach.
Within school, I am part of the editorial team for the school magazine. I really enjoy the chance this gives me to write for an audience, and it has greatly improved the confidence I have in my own work. It has been a learning experience in other ways too, as I have gained valuable experience in working both as part of a team and as an individual in order to produce the finished piece. Due to my role in the presentation of the magazine, my ICT skills have also improved. Last year, I volunteered as a library assistant within the school library. Again, this was something I greatly enjoyed, as I was able learn more about how a small library is run, as well as working closely with students of all years.
Outside of school, I have a part time job as a sales assistant for a busy branch of Claire’s Accessories. Through this, I have gained more confidence in myself and more independence. This has also given me a working knowledge of money management, albeit on a very small scale, which can be built on to help me during university and in later life. In my spare time, I listen to music to help me relax, and I attend concerts wherever possible. Reading a wide variety of newspapers helps me keep up with current affairs and politics, something important to me, as the everyday lives of all people are directly affected by this. It also gives me an insight into how different news institutions can use language to present a different viewpoint on the same event. I am also interested in film, particularly British cinema and the work of Tarantino.
I feel that university is the perfect environment for me to develop as a person. The choices open to me will be increased, and the level of independence that I will enjoy will be much greater. I feel that this, as well as the chance to meet new people and experience new environments, will be something that I will gain something from and enjoy. English Language will give me an excellent platform for a career in journalism, something that I am very interested in pursuing after my studies. However, the knowledge and skills that I gain from my degree will be of great benefit to me in any career path that I choose to follow. I look forward to experiencing university life and the chance to explore language in much greater detail.
Profile info
This personal statement was written by dogtanian for application in 2004.
dogtanian's university choices
The University of Edinburgh
The University of Essex
University of Newcastle Upon Tyne
The University of Reading
University of Sussex
The University of York
Green: offer made
Red: no offer made
Degree
English Language & Linguistics at University of Sussex
dogtanian's Comments
I'm faily proud of this. I try not to look at it too much because I'll just find fault, but I think it's written well enough to flow and make sense, and I think I come across quite well, rather than seeming like part of a form.
I'll wait to see if it does the job; I think I've sent it later than I should have done for a fighting chance...
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This really helped me with my
Tue, 10/05/2005 - 00:00
This really helped me with my statement. Thanks
Excellent...
Wed, 08/11/2006 - 11:36
Excellent...
I know some people who copied this and do english at uni of hull
The new UCAS form on-line
Wed, 08/11/2006 - 11:37
The new UCAS form on-line looks really nice
This is a really good
Fri, 06/07/2007 - 12:44
This is a really good personal statement but i think they could have done better... like me. haha :P
some people really need to
Tue, 14/08/2007 - 11:13
some people really need to learn a thing or two about being humble. I think your personal statment is really well written!! From the first paragrapg I was immiediately drawn in to read on!! well done!
just starting the scary
Fri, 19/09/2008 - 19:26
just starting the scary process of personal statement for uni, british sign language. Thank you for letting us look at your statement this has given me a starting point - the blank page is not quite so daunting now!
Fantastic!!!!!!!!!!
Sat, 11/10/2008 - 10:24
This personal statement is fantastic!! I loved the first and last paragraph! It really helped me to make a start on my personal statement for Speech and Language Therapy aswell so thanks:D
This PS helped me a lot and
Mon, 05/01/2009 - 20:28
This PS helped me a lot and is the best one I found!
Thanks
Really helpful for speech and
Thu, 07/05/2009 - 21:47
Really helpful for speech and language therapy - thanks! especially liked the first few lines
Language is common to all
Thu, 02/09/2010 - 15:07
Language is common to all people. By its nature, it is something that links us all together, yet our use of language is a major factor in defining us all as individuals. For something that comes so naturally to all of us, language can hold great power and influence. Even this personal statement is a perfect example of how language can be constructed in order to influence the opinion of others. My decision to study English Language is based on my desire to further my understanding of the language that I and the people around me use and encounter on a daily basis, and through this, understand our society a little better. The study of Linguistics will complement this, giving me the chance to apply precise analysis to language data. As something I have never directly studied before, I see this area as a new way for me to look at language, with a more precise and scientific approach.
Within school, I am part of the editorial team for the school magazine. I really enjoy the chance this gives me to write for an audience, and it has greatly improved the confidence I have in my own work. It has been a learning experience in other ways too, as I have gained valuable experience in working both as part of a team and as an individual in order to produce the finished piece. Due to my role in the presentation of the magazine, my ICT skills have also improved. Last year, I volunteered as a library assistant within the school library. Again, this was something I greatly enjoyed, as I was able learn more about how a small library is run, as well as working closely with students of all years.
Outside of school, I have a part time job as a sales assistant for a busy branch of Claire’s Accessories. Through this, I have gained more confidence in myself and more independence. This has also given me a working knowledge of money management, albeit on a very small scale, which can be built on to help me during university and in later life. In my spare time, I listen to music to help me relax, and I attend concerts wherever possible. Reading a wide variety of newspapers helps me keep up with current affairs and politics, something important to me, as the everyday lives of all people are directly affected by this. It also gives me an insight into how different news institutions can use language to present a different viewpoint on the same event. I am also interested in film, particularly British cinema and the work of Tarantino.
I feel that university is the perfect environment for me to develop as a person. The choices open to me will be increased, and the level of independence that I will enjoy will be much greater. I feel that this, as well as the chance to meet new people and experience new environments, will be something that I will gain something from and enjoy. English Language will give me an excellent platform for a career in journalism, something that I am very interested in pursuing after my studies. However, the knowledge and skills that I gain from my degree will be of great benefit to me in any career path that I choose to follow. I look forward to experiencing university life and the chance to explore language in much greater detail.
That is all.
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Mon, 13/02/2012 - 17:43
Left on my site a link to this post. I think many people will be interested in it..!!
This is really good personal
Tue, 27/08/2013 - 15:02
This is really good personal statement, and i am also interested at doing English language and linguistics at university. What subjects did you take in your A levels?
Follows generic P.S. formula but bleeds cheese
Thu, 20/02/2014 - 02:25
Sounds like you read the articles on how to write a good Personal Statement, and used what you learned in crafting it. Unfortunately, it bleeds cheese. If a statement is a PERSONAL statement, and you're applying for an ENGLISH course, then why the utter lack of creativity? You sound very much like the a-typical applicant- something to avoid. Congratulations on your offers, though.
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