I'm looking into applying to some universities in the UK and I was wondering how long interviews over there usually take. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge on this?
The length of college interviews in the UK can considerably vary, depending largely on the school, the course you're applying for, and the nature of the interview itself.
On average, formal university interviews typically last between 20 to 40 minutes. This is enough time for the interviewers to assess your enthusiasm for the subject matter, your knowledge base, and your intellectual capacity. It's equally a chance for you to ask your own questions about the course and the university.
Certain competitive fields and universities might organize interviews to last longer, such as Medicine or Cambridge and Oxford, where the interview process can take around 30 minutes to an hour, sometimes divided into two or more parts. These more rigorous interviews often feature scenario-based questions or problem-solving exercises related to the course.
However, it's worth noting that inherently, the quality and substance of your responses hold more weight than the duration of the interview. So, focus on being prepared, clear, and enthusiastic in discussing your chosen field.
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