[Mr_Rationalist]

Are there interview techniques, for studying History, specific to universities or that unis favour? what would be the preferred way to answer questions for particular unis?
for example would:
LSE favour an applicant whose more succinct and structured in their answers in comparison to say Manchester who may/ may not (i wouldn't know) favour an applicant who they could have more of a conversation with

i would like to know if this is the case regarding the following unis:
Cambridge
Manchester
LSE
Warick
UCL
Queen Mary
Southampton

plz address these points: 1. responding to questions 2. types of questions asked(subject and non-subject specific)

i can't help but think unis like UCL and LSE are more likely to chose an applicant who answers questions in a more effective but scripted and mechanical way, compared to Cambridge who may prefer someone who they can have a thought-provoking discussion with.

i guess this question is directed to people who have gone through the interview processes or know of anyone who has.

[tory88]

Cambridge's interviews will be in a completely different league to the rest on your list - most other universities just interview as a formality or if they're unsure about whether to give an offer, whereas Cambridge's admissions policy is basically built around the academic rigour of the interview.

[Mr_Rationalist]

so in that case would you agree that Cambridge are more likely to chose someone who they can have a real debate with, and should one be more concise and structured in responding to questions from UCL, LSE etc.

are LSE more likely to ask (i.e. scrutinise you) about extra-curricular activities especially if its politics related?