from my experience of people applying, they seem to like super sophisticated ideas and perspectives. so yes, make it really philosophical but don't make it overly verbose
last year i referenced some texts and did a bit of analysis, but i think this year ill try to do it even more in depth i guess? should i do like classics or should i just analyse a more pop culturey text like a movie or tv show. Cos i feel like analysis of a classic is gonna be very like basic yk, like its the type of shit thats taught in school and written online so like its not as insightful into how well u can analyse something? idk if im super off track here.
also from my extracurriculars i have strengths in commerce and art, how would i incorporate that into my essay / should i incorporate it (i feel like i should)
Also should the essay be more informal discursive like or formal like 2 pros and then 2 cons and then conclusion.