Interviews are one of the ways that universities assess your suitability to
study your chosen academic course. Universities ask applicants to attend an
interview so that they can gather more information about them. Universities
want to:
• Check the information on your UCAS form
• See if you have realistic expectations and a genuine interest in the subject
• Assess whether you can successfully complete the course
• Give you information about the course and university
• Allow you to ask questions
• Assess which applicants are best matched to the programme – which
students will benefit and contribute most.