Manchester Modern Languages Applicants 2014

Hello,

I have an interview for German and Russian on the 4th of December. I'm already worried about what to wear, what they'll ask etc! Does anyone have any advice?

Thank you

Hello,

I have an interview for German and Russian on the 4th of December. I'm already worried about what to wear, what they'll ask etc! Does anyone have any advice?

Thank you

I've got an interview too then (French and Portuguese). Don't wear anything too smart or too casual, I went to an interview at Southampton in a smartish pair of jeans and a t-shirt and it was completely fine.

Again going on from what I was asked at Southampton I'm guessing it will just be a chat about your Personal Statement and for them to put a name to a piece of paper. Don't be too worried about it, think most who get interviewed get an offer.

I had an interview yesterday and got an offer today for French and German ABB :-)
I hope you get an offer, Kimberley (I was the girl in the tartan dress with glasses talking to you yesterday haha)

You go girl!! Congrats!! Who would have thought that I'd meet you on here and I got two offers directly at the end of my interview on Wednesday.

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I have an offer for History and Spanish... But I didn't have to have an interview... Is that normal?

Surely this is nothing to complain about as long as you have the offer ? Interviewing wasn't the norm when I was applying (except the obvious courses) but they do seem to be introducing it more. If you're worried about not having an interview because you wanted to meet staff and see the uni, they usually hold some form of post offer open day for your course.

I've got an interview too then (French and Portuguese). Don't wear anything too smart or too casual, I went to an interview at Southampton in a smartish pair of jeans and a t-shirt and it was completely fine.

Again going on from what I was asked at Southampton I'm guessing it will just be a chat about your Personal Statement and for them to put a name to a piece of paper. Don't be too worried about it, think most who get interviewed get an offer.

I've copied this from a previous thread but it should be relevant:

I've copied and pasted this directly from another thread, but it should answer your questions pretty much:
Whilst we can't say exactly what you'll be asked (that's not fair on everyone else) we can give you some general pointers. Obviously the most important questions are: Why Manchester? Why this degree? What do you like about the degree? Where do you see yourself in the future? This will hold true for any degree at any university, so make sure you have some answers prepared. They say you can wear what you want - it means wear a suit (pretty much everyone else will be wearing one) or something very smart casual like collared formal shirt and chinos (think doctor!) Interviews aren't the time to be slopping around!

You'll be given a tour and the opportunity to speak to some current or former students, make sure you ask some useful questions about being a student (timetabling, workload, accommodation, nights out, part-time work etc) which can help you make up your mind. If you have the tour and chat before your interview, use some of the information you've picked up in the interview - e.g. if you're asked "why Manchester?" give your response and then say that you like the facilities or that the students said good things about the availability of jobs or something. Make sure you've re-read your PS and be prepared to answer a few questions; you may not know the answer, but they'll be looking to see how you approach the situation.

Interviews like this are never as bad as people make out, so don't worry and good luck!

I sent my ucas away more than month ago and I haven't heard anything from Manchester. It would be my top choice so I'm a bit worried. Does anybody know when they stop giving interviews?

They *must* give equal consideration to all who apply before January 15th, so the last interview dates will be after that.

I will also note that nationwide languages are generally struggling for applicants, and so if you meet all the grade and subject requirements I would suggest that you have a high chance of getting an offer.

Hello! Forgive me as I'm totally new to this website and it took me far too much time to find the actual thread I was looking for...

Anyway, I've also applied for 2014 entry to study French and Spanish. So far, Manchester is the only offer I have received, no interview required, so I must have got lucky! Best of luck in your interviews and the rest of your choices. You're right, there are very few language applicants!