Question

Hi I have been shortlisted for the interview at the University I applied. Can you guys help me with any suggestions or any advice or any help? Or any questions that are commonly asked and I should be prepared for?

Answer 1

Universities generally want to see people who are hungry for learning and are willing to put themselves out there and try new things.

Answer 2

Owlfred, thank you for the reply. One thing I'm really afraid of, is that I don't want to be unable to answer any of the questions. Also I'm afraid what if I get so nervous infront of the intervieews that my mouth get all dried up, and I cant spit a word out.

Answer 3

don't think much of it, then you won't be nervous

Answer 4

And you might want to remove any offensive or bad photos and posts off you twitter, facebook, and other social media sites soon.

Answer 5

Also I want to know any of the questions that they can ask?

Answer 6

some ideas:
What are your plans for the next few years? What do you want to get out of college?

Answer 7

@raging, Really? are the going to check my profiles on these social sites?

Answer 8

zeerak which uni

Answer 9

Most of them do.

Answer 10

Definitely. In this day and age, when applying for a job or education, they will definitely google you. Maybe Google your name and see what comes up.

Answer 11

(Not that you need to or should share your name here)

Answer 12

what? wouldn't that a plus if they found you to be a member here?

Answer 13

Not if you ask too obvious questions.

Answer 14

Most definitely! But I don't want Zeerak to think that they have to post their real name.

You could always tell them about your activity on this site (if you've been active). Helping others without being required to is a big way to show your interest in education.

Answer 15

:) I was once called for an interview in a different institution, it was for an exchange program. I passed the tests but I was rjected in the interview. They gave me the remarks that I sound rude, and that I don't want to open up. It was really threatning for me. I dont want to end up my chance at this university with any such remarks. Any suggestions on that?

Answer 16

I'm from Pakistan.

Answer 17

@Owlfred: Thanks, but actually my real name is Zeerak.

Answer 18

Have you ever heard of the "no is that all zone"?

Answer 19

well, if they call you for interview, your chances are pretty good

Answer 20

@Raging, Umm I'm afraid but may be no. Can you explain?

Answer 21

Usually at resturants and places like that, even the smallest thing can offend a customer. The business owners tell employees not to ask "is that all?", and instead ask "anything else I can get for you?". It's those small things that make a big difference.

Answer 22

@Raging: Thank you very much. This will help me really.

Answer 23

No problem. :)

Answer 24

If they ask me what do you do in your spare time? What should I say that should sound interesting, of course I dont want to answer it with facebooking.

Answer 25

do you work,or play sport?

Answer 26

Connecting with friends. ;)

Answer 27

I don't really play sports, but I do work, I help my mom with her clothing boutique.

Answer 28

How should I star that university interview? What would be really interesting and appealing to the interviewees?

Answer 29

What kind of college is this?

Answer 30

Also, I'm going o apply for a scholarship at the same time? How should I keep it down to earth?

Answer 31

why down to earth?

Answer 32

@Raging: Undergraduate and Postgraduate offering studies in business and computer sciences.

Answer 33

@imran, I think that would appeal if I'm applying for a scholarship.

Answer 34

how should i answer" tell me about yourself" question in an interview?

Answer 35

From the looks of things, you are very creative, you like to hang out with friends, and you help your mom with her business.

Answer 36

Just be calm and tell them about yourself.

Answer 37

Thank you Raging, actually this question is the most difficult one for me.