Possible Oral Test Questions And Answers

1. Why did you choose this course?

You: “I feel this degree would be the perfect stepping-stone to my future career as a doctor”(input urs)

Or

“Because it fits in perfectly with my
career aims”

2. Why did you choose this university?

You: “Because the facilities here for my course are second to none” – this shows that your coursehas been at the forefront of your mind when making a sensible choice of university,

3. Why did you choose your particular O-levels?

You: I chose the subjects I thought would prepare me best for this course” – again, keeping your answer focused on the course is always a safe bet.

Or

I chose subjects that I genuinely enjoy and feel motivated to learn more about”

Or

“I chose subjects that would complement each other”

4. What can you bring to the university?

You: “As an enthusiastic member of my school debating society, I enjoy academic debate, so I think I’d be able to contribute a lot to class discussions.”

Or

“I’m good at organising things, and keen to get involved with running events for the department.”

Or

“I love giving presentations, especially preparing great handouts, so I think I’d be particularly useful when it comes to group work

5. What are your weaknesses?

You: “I’m a total perfectionist – I sometimes spend too long agonising over work to get it just right.”

Or

“I spend far too much money on books.”

6,What do you see yourself doing after university studying

You:A career that fits naturally with what i am studying

Or

“I’d like to continue the subject to Masters/PhD level and become an academic.”

7,Why should we offer you admission?

You:
This is a good opportunity to recap what you’ve highlighted already – your strengths, career aims, what you can contribute and so on