How to Prepare for a Pre-Cas Interview

HOW TO PREPARE FOR A PRE-CAS INTERVIEW

After a student has been granted an offer to study in a university in the UK, they are required to request a CAS (Confirmation for Acceptance of Studies) to complete their admission. After a student sends in a request for CAS, a date is given for an interview, this is known as the Pre-Cas interview. Students are expected to prepare properly for the Pre-Cas interview in order to have a successful admission. If the student’s Pre-Cas interview is successful, a CAS form or a CAS draft is sent in by the university, to be filled. After which the student will be granted a Confirmation for Acceptance of Studies (CAS).

WHAT IS A PRE-CAS INTERVIEW

In some universities in the UK, an interview must be done before a CAS can be given but the Pre-Cas interview does not apply to all universities in the UK. Other universities in the UK issue a CAS after a request has been sent in by the student and the CAS form has been filled.

A Pre-Cas interview is an interview carried out before a CAS is issued. The purpose of the Pre-Cas interview is to ascertain that the student’s intention to study in a university in the UK is genuine, as such, universities get to know a student’s true intentions through the Pre-Cas interview. The interview is held electronically and will take approximately 30 minutes, also, feedback regarding the interview will be provided within 2 to 3 working days.

Students should be aware that a Pre-Cas interview can make or break their chances of getting an admission into the university of their choice, therefore, students should ensure that they impress the interviewers and have a successful interview.

POSSIBLE QUESTIONS ASKED DURING A PRE-CAS INTERVIEW

To have a successful interview, prospective study abroad students should prepare with the following questions.

How long is your course and why did you choose that course?
Why did you choose that university rather than another University?
Why do you choose to study in the UK?
How do you explain the gaps in your education/employment history – what were you doing during this time?
How do your studies fit into your future career plans?
What is your current occupation?
Do you intend to work in

TIPS ON HOW TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEW

Give precise and detailed answers to explain yourself accurately.
Demonstrate you have done sufficient research by avoiding using nonspecific (generic) answers.
The answers must be supported with facts and figures.
Be as natural as you can.
Try to answer all questions honestly and clearly.
If there are any technical issues please report them before leaving the interview.
Ensure all answers are in English.
If you do not understand a question please do ask the interviewer to repeat it.

IMPORTANCE OF A GOOD INTERVIEW

A successful Pre-Cas Interview means a successful admission. If a Pre-Cas interview is not successful, a student can be denied CAS regardless that they have paid the stipulated deposit and would be unable to go further and process their UK Student Visa. If the stipulated deposit has been paid and the student’s interview is unsuccessful, the university will refund the deposit and withdraw the offer.

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