The Interview

The interview is structured and formal to make sure every student is asked the same questions and receives the same prompts. It's not a test of your scientific knowledge but aims to explore your attitudes, outlook and way of thinking.

If you're selected for interview for the BMBS programme you need to show us you have the following essential qualities to become a doctor of tomorrow:

• Integrity
• Veracity and honesty
• Flexibility
• Motivation and commitment
• Pro-social attitudes e.g. students who show empathy and who are non-judgmental
• Communication skills, including listening
• Potential for leadership
• Students who show insight into what it is to be a doctor
• The ability to be a team player
• The ability to deal with stress appropriately
• Problem solving skills
• Students who know their limitations, their strengths and weaknesses
• Reflectiveness
• Students who demonstrate a suitable approach to life and people