Interviews
Congratulations you have been invited for an interview for a job or course.
For many interviews it is likely you will be asked questions around:
- Why you have applied to the organisation or institution.
- Why you are interested in the role or course.
- Assessing if you have the skills and attributes to do the job or complete the course.
Become interview confident with our learning and support Pathways
Learn at your own speed, whenever and wherever you want. Complete short online modules including a mix of activities to help you gain confidence and build your skills.
How to prepare
Learn how to be successful at each stage by reading through our preparation guidance, laid out step by step.
Please ensure that you are up-to-date with and following government guidelines if you are invited to attend an interview in person.
- Before your interview Essential preparation and tips to help you understand what the employer is looking for.
- Types of interview Including panel and group interviews
- Telephone, online and video interviews Tips to help your interviews run smoothly and impress employers.
- Types of interview questions Including strength, competency and commercial awareness questions.
- Practice your interview techniques Including access to Practice interviews online and Interview simulations.
- Case study interviews Typically used in business and consulting roles.
- During your interview Practical advice to help you feel confident during your interview.
- After your interview How to follow up and ask for feedback and deal with job offers.
- Interview advice for postgraduate study Additional advice for Masters and PhD interviews.
Need a space for a video interview/assessment centre?
Students can book an individual space on campus for an Employer Online Interview or an Assessment Centre. Around 60 small central teaching rooms are available across campus. Book using Resource Booker. Government guidelines are being followed regarding COVID-19.
