How to prepare for your Social Work interview
Congratulations on being invited to a selection event!
We are very excited that you have considered our university to study and we wish you every success during the selection event process. This web page has been designed to provide you with all the information you need to prepare for your interview.
Preparing for your interview
Tasks to prepare for
Group task
The first task you complete for your interview is a group task. You will meet other people who are planning to study social work at the university.
Scenarios
One of the questions that you will be asked as part of your 1:1 interview will be based on one of these scenarios. Please read the scenarios in advance of your interview.
Disability, including learning disability, will be taken into consideration – please contact us before your selection event if you require any specific adjustments.
Resources
What to expect on the day
Format for the day
Welcome
An introduction to the University of Worcester by course team members. This is an opportunity for you to ask any questions about the course.
Group exercise
We will provide details for the group work and put candidates into groups for this exercise via Teams. This exercise will last approximately 30 minutes.
Individual interview
These interviews will take place between 11.00 – 16.00 on the selection day, so you will need to ensure you are available for interview during that time. The Admissions team will send you a link for MS Teams to join. If the time is not suitable click the reschedule button on the email.
During the interview, we will ask you a range of questions about your application and ask you to consider one of the two scenarios within the interview. You can choose which scenario you prefer during the interview. The interview will last approximately 30 minutes.
Your interview will be with a Social Work academic and a Person with Lived experience from IMPACT.
Expect to meet people from all over the world. The interview is not a test. We are looking for your strengths and potential.
After the interview
Usually, we will aim to let you know the outcome of your selection day within one working day of your interview. The interview panel will be happy to answer any questions you have about this.
Online interviews
You will be sent a Microsoft Teams link. Ensure you have access to this software and are aware of the basic functions such as turning your microphone on and off and you know how to turn your camera on. Click on the Join this meeting link at the specified time.
Questions
If you have any questions ahead of your interview, you can contact the Admissions Office admissions@worc.ac.uk or 01905 855111
We look forward to meeting you for the selection event. Please do get in touch if you have any questions or need to re-schedule.