A cover letter should almost always accompany your CV - together they form a marketing package designed to convince the reader that you have the skills, knowledge and experience required to perform well in the job for which you are applying.
Use these resources:
- see our advice on cover letters
- jobs.ac.uk: Academic Cover Letter
- Academic cover letters - advice from the Guardian
- jobs.ac.uk: CV Cover Letters with Impact
- Individual advice: Get your cover letter checked by your Faculty Careers Consultant
Personal statements
Use these resources:
- see our advice on personal statements
- jobs.ac.uk How to create a CV: Personal Statement
Individual advice: Get your cover letter or personal statement checked by your Faculty Careers Consultant