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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
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:

Why do you want to study architecture?

How would you reduce the prevalence of crime through architecture?

How would you make a place peaceful in nature?

What is the importance of light in architecture?

What is your favourite building and why?

Who is your favourite architect and why?

Questions about the portfolio submitted

How do you think architecture and art link together?

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

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

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

Is there a difference between building and architecture?

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

What is the greatest challenge architects face today?

How can you create sustainable architecture?

Can you reduce crime using architecture*

What do you expect out of studying architecture?

Why is light an important aspect in architecture?

Why are architects and museums important in human civilization?

What trends are essential for architecture?

What is your favourite book about architecture?

How would you explain architecture to an alien visiting earth?

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

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