Law degree personal statement example (1v)

Why do you want to study this course or subject?

During secondary school I had a prominent interest in the law but as I was unable to follow a GCSE qualification in the subject, it was always an extra curricular one. I was therefore delighted to develop my attraction to the subject more prolifically at college by studying it formally. The main reason for my interest in the subject is its consistent relevance in a constantly developing society and its fascinating evolving nature. In the course of my weekly reading of the Times Legal Supplement I have read many articles which illustrate this and provide me with a burning awareness of the law's direction and progression. One article which I enjoyed particularly illustrated the concerns of convergence and the law; the way in which the incessant creation of new websites and online networks requires constant new copyright laws to sustain expanding privacy frameworks. This is, I feel, one of the most significant areas to challenge and test legal rules. I also believe that I am most productive and efficient when I am being challenged and I am sure that the LLB would be intensely motivating. I often have the privilege of watching theory being put into practice at the local Crown Courts and my notes act as a credible testament to the interest I profess in criminal law.

I have a passion and enthusiasm for Law and feel stimulated and fervent about the prospect of reading it at a higher level.

How have your qualifications and studies helped you to prepare for this course or subject?

I believe the subjects I have chosen to study at A level provide me with keen skills of evaluation and literary comprehension. Whilst Media Studies provided interesting breadth, creativity and practical skills to my education, I was particularly stimulated by my other three subjects. English Language, specifically, has helped me to develop a greater linguistic awareness, fluency and confidence. Sociology has provided me with a good understanding of the complexities of culture and society and emphasised the important part the law plays in that. Finally, the A-Level Law syllabus has enthused me and confirmed my protracted curiosity in following a career in this area. In my Law studies I have particularly enjoyed learning about the methods of reform which craft the law and maintain its relevance.

What else have you done to prepare outside of education, and why are these experiences useful?

I believe I possess the skills that mould a successful lawyer. I am a confident public speaker having led discussions at my old church youth group. I also participated enthusiastically with peers at my college's weekly Music Appreciation Society, providing me with the breadth of mind to empathize with others' points of view and consider opinions with care and sensitivity whilst applying my own independent sense of evaluation. I can also remain professional and relate on a formal basis with customers, having exercised this ability with commercial clients at the Salisbury HSBC branch where I spent some time in an office and visiting customers around Wiltshire. My time spent at the Marine Accident Investigation Branch; a civil service which looks over the facts of maritime accidents and draws conclusions on the prospective lessons to be learnt from individual cases, made me familiar with exploring large amounts of information and scrutinizing cases on a subjective basis.

Music is a significant interest for me and I devote a lot of my time to my band. We regularly play at venues around Hampshire and spend time in recording studios perfecting our songs. Being in a band has taught me a lot about organisation, administration and teamwork. I also think that it has enabled me to feel assured and confident in front of an audience. I enjoy various sports and my participation in tennis and football has sustained a healthy balance between academic study and enrichment.

How personal statements have changed?

The current personal statement format, with three 'scaffolding' questions, was introduced by Ucas in September 2025. This personal statement was submitted before then, using the old essay-style format. It has been carefully edited into the three-question format, with all of the original wording kept.

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