Interviews are a perpetual source of nervousness. Isn’t it? Especially, if it’s your first time, then it can be nerve-wracking. But no need to jump in the splash of anxiety and apprehensions. If preparation is done with correct guidance then it will always go well. As a procedure of the tier 4 visa application, visas are imparted if you relinquish the right documents and give absolute reasons why you fancy to study in the UK. 

What’s the procedure for the interview?

After submitting the required documents at the visa application center, you will be directed to a video conference room where you will have a skype interview with an Entry Clearance Officer from the UK. The interview will be in the English language, and if you are unable to speak in English or some other inferences occur, then they may call you later for an interview or your application will be repudiated. Whatever you speak, it will be typed up and later on, it will be used to evaluate whether you are a genuine student with genuine reasons or not. 

What type of questions are asked in an interview?

The questions that will be asked in the UK student visa interview are mainly about the reasons why you wish to study in the UK, why you chose any particular course and university. The interview will be surrounding your confidence and honestly. Your answers should be well framed and to the point. They should reflect your perception of your substantive goal. 

How to prepare for questions? 

Here is a list of some credible questions and some guidelines on how to answer them. 

1. Why did you wish to study in the UK?

Answer structure: In this question, you have to define your reasons for studying in the UK instead of your home country or any other country. Which things are driving you to study in the UK. 

2.  Why did you choose this university?

Answer structure: Which features of the university attracted your sight. You have to enlist them. Enlist only those features which are credible for you. 

3.  How did you find this university?

Answer Structure: Through this question, the officer intends to perceive your substantive research before choosing the university. He wants to ascertain your understanding of the points based on which you have selected this university. 

4. Why did you choose this course?

Answer structure: There are many courses in one subject out of which, why have you chosen this particular course. This is what you have to tell them. You have to tell them your goals and objectives also which will be accomplished through this course. 

5. If the fees for this particular course are higher in the UK than in your home country, then why did you choose to incur extra costs in the UK?

Answer Structure: So, the officer wants to know your point of view on what an international degree can render you. You have to tell them whether you and your parents are prepared to make this kind of investment or not. Have you made a hardheaded estimation of all the costs of living abroad for the tenure of your course or not? 

6. If you are awarded a degree in the UK, would you like to return to your home country for further studies or jobs? 

Answer structure: The officer wants to know your opinion on post-study options available for you. In this question, you should highlight the difference between pursuing higher studies in the UK or finding a job in the UK than in your own country. 

Apart from these main questions, you will be asked some general questions. Examples of such questions are: 

1. When does this course start?

2. Where you will be living in the UK?

3. What is your current IELTS or TOEFL score? 

4. What is your course structure?

5. How much money do you expect you will earn after completing this course?

6. Do you have any relatives or friends in the UK? 

7. Who all are earning members in your family?

8. Have you resear̥ched about career prospects?

9. What will you do in your mid-semester break?

10. What will be the total cost of your studies per year? 

The answers to the above 10 questions should be precise and to the point. The officer doesn’t want to listen to any extra information. It may irritate him. So, be careful.