What kind of doctor do you want to be? What are your real reasons for wanting to study Medicine? If you think about these questions honestly, you’ll be able to better convey who you are and why you should be offered an interview. If, for example, you’re passionate about science and really want to become a doctor so that you can combine research with hands-on experience, then make sure that this comes across in your personal statement. On the other hand, if you’re much more interested in the blend of empathy and leadership that is vital for being a doctor, then focus on your people skills and reflect throughout on these. Try not to simply tick off every attribute to the same degree; whilst you should show an awareness of all that is needed, you should also show your personality.Â