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last minute interview prep help

i didn't prepare for my cambridge interview at all because i was sooo sure i wouldn't get one. i thought my personal statement was AWFUL and hated my portfolio, but now i have an invite and it's less than a month.
course is architecture and i really don't know much... how do i prepare last minute
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Original post by mymelo
i didn't prepare for my cambridge interview at all because i was sooo sure i wouldn't get one. i thought my personal statement was AWFUL and hated my portfolio, but now i have an invite and it's less than a month.
course is architecture and i really don't know much... how do i prepare last minute

Example Past Questions from Cambridge Architecture interview:

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Why do you want to study architecture?

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How would you reduce the prevalence of crime through architecture?

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How would you make a place peaceful in nature?

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What is the importance of light in architecture?

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What is your favourite building and why?

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Who is your favourite architect and why?

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Questions about the portfolio submitted

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How do you think architecture and art link together?

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Have you had a chance to look around Cambridge? What buildings stood out to you?

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What do you think the future of architecture will look like?

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Shown pictures of buildings and asked to talk about the layout and design features. Name a potential architect for the building.*

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Is there a difference between building and architecture?

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How would you describe this drawing to a friend over the phone?

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What is the greatest challenge architects face today?

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How can you create sustainable architecture?

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Can you reduce crime using architecture*

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What do you expect out of studying architecture?

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Why is light an important aspect in architecture?

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Why are architects and museums important in human civilization?

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What trends are essential for architecture?

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What is your favourite book about architecture?

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How would you explain architecture to an alien visiting earth?

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If you are looking at a piece of architecture inspired by Bauhaus today, would you say it looks German?

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