# Statement planning worksheet

Use this to plan a motivation letter, statement of purpose or personal statement. Write the final text yourself and follow the provider’s authorship rules.

Last verified: 2026-09-10

1. Exact question and word limit: [ ]
2. What I want to study or investigate: [ ]
3. Two real experiences that demonstrate preparation: [ ]
4. A specific feature of this programme that fits my goal: [ ]
5. What I can contribute: [ ]
6. My credible next step after the programme: [ ]
7. Context the assessor needs, if relevant: [ ]
8. Claims that need evidence or correction: [ ]
9. Provider’s rules on writing assistance: [ ]
10. Feedback to address before submission: [ ]

This is not a successful application example and does not predict selection.

## Guidance sources

- [Personal statement and statement of purpose](https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/application-guide/supporting-documents/statement)
- [IIE SRF application instructions](https://www.scholarrescuefund.org/applicants/instructions-and-application/)