Interview Overview
UCL explains that they assess applications through a variety of different factors. These include the student’s GCSE grades, their A Level predictions, the reference that their tutor has provided, and of course the personal statement. They will then shortlist the strongest candidates, and ‘most’ are interviewed – so you ought to expect an interview if you are to be offered a place. The interviews are online, as this makes the process easier for both the university and students. The interview allows tutors to speak to the student for 20 minutes, and will form part of the final criteria for deciding who should get a place. Rarely, students will be given an offer without having to interview.
Admissions Statistics
UCL’s English course is highly competitive. The university receives around 1000 applications per year for the course, and will make 350 offers – a rate of 35%. Of the 350 offers, 100 students will then take their places on the program (perhaps showing that many applicants combine an application to UCL with one to Oxbridge). Of the 1000 students who apply, 400 are shortlisted for interview.