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History and Politics at Cambridge

JW194051

Hi, I've just had an interview at Cambridge for History and Politics and I'm slightly perplexed about my experience.

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Labda18

Original post by JW194051

Hi, I've just had an interview at Cambridge for History and Politics and I'm slightly perplexed about my experience.

I found the experience very underwhelming and felt as though I the questions were quite straightforward and didn't allow me to show my full potential.

Also, I only had one interview, despite the college's website saying that applicants can expect two interviews for this course. My written work wasn't discussed whatsoever. I also felt like the interviewers were lacking in energy.

Please could anyone help me make sense of this?

Hey! I was also interviewed for History and Politics and one of my interviews was a little bit like this. I wouldn't say that the interviewers were lacking in energy (they actually seemed interested), but the questions themselves were very general. I actually found it hard to answer sometimes, because the questions didn't allow me to give any meaningful or thoughtful answers, and everything I did say felt rehearsed. In addition, the interviewers also barely asked any follow-up questions.
I definitely don't think of it as a bad experience (still enjoyed it and the interviewers were very patient/friendly), but I thought my first interview was way better as it was more challenging, interesting and conversational. I honestly have no idea what it means for your application, but just wanted to say this to let you know you're not the only one who had this experience.