Do UK universities generally conduct interviews?

I'm planning to apply to several UK universities, but I'm not sure if interviews are a common part of the application process there. Do most UK universities conduct interviews, or is it more for specific programs?

In the UK, interviews as part of the admissions process can vary greatly depending on the university and the course you're applying to. Generally, a number of courses at UK universities do require interviews. However, interviews are much more prevalent for certain courses and at specific universities.

For instance, at Oxford and Cambridge, interviews are a fundamental part of the admission process for nearly all courses. These interviews are usually quite academically rigorous and focus on assessing your subject knowledge and thinking skills.

Conversely, for many other UK universities, interviews tend to be less common and are more prevalent for certain programs such as Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary courses, Nursing, and Teaching. These interviews usually serve to examine your commitment to the field, your understanding of the profession, your interpersonal skills, and other attributes relevant to the profession.

In sum, whether you will need to attend an interview really depends on the university and the course you're applying to. It's a good idea to check the particular admission requirements on the university websites for the courses that interest you.