The new UCAS personal statement process will still ask prospective students to write about their motivations for applying to university and their specific motivations for applying for their course. The difference in the new system is that

An effective humanities education develops our knowledge of human societies and cultures over space and time, expanding our worldviews and equipping us with critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to build a better future.

If you’re unfamiliar with it, the British school system can seem a little complex, so let us guide you through the most important details…