BSc (Hons) Nursing interview

Congratulations on being invited to interview.

About the interview

As a prospective future nurse, your ability to present yourself in a professional manner will be assessed, along with other areas, such as your passion for the vocation, and awareness and knowledge of the role.

Please note:
The course is very popular and fills quickly. Unfortunately, due to placement availability we have a maximum capacity on the course that we can not exceed, that’s why it’s really important that you prepare for your interview, please see our ‘top tips’ at the bottom of this page.

What happens after my interview?

  • UCAS will update to show our decision (although we can’t confirm an exact timescale for this, we aim to have this with you as soon as possible).
  • If we make you an offer of a place, all of the conditions and details will be provided in the UCAS notification. UCAS will also confirm the date you must accept or decline the offer by.
  • If you are unsuccessful at interview and would like feedback, please email applicantsupport@ljmu.ac.uk.

Please note:
We can only accept feedback requests via email.

All offers made are subject to a satisfactory medical examination and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance. Additionally, your offer will be made subject to your permission for us to transfer data regarding progress, attendance, placements, discontinuation and withdrawals to relevant third party professional organisations. This compliance is a requirement of the professional award.

Applicants who have been made offers must also follow formal Faculty procedures informing us of any criminal convictions, bind-over orders, cautions, driving offences etc. and further details will be provided after an offer has been made.

Inclusion and Accessibility

If you have any specific access needs or additional support requirements, LJMU’s Student Advice and Wellbeing Disability Team can ensure that the appropriate support is in place. If you would like discuss your needs and how we can meet them in the most appropriate way, please contact us (in confidence) by calling 0151 231 3164 or 0151 231 3165 or emailing disability@ljmu.ac.uk.

Interview top tips from our Admissions Team

  • The interviewer will not have reviewed your Personal Statement in advance of your interview, so remember to mention any elements of this to help support your answers.
  • Show that you're genuinely enthusiastic about your subject. Research as much as you can about the course and if you have any questions about it, contact us to ask.
  • Learn about the role of your specific field of nursing to illustrate your understanding of the profession.
  • Finally, approach your interview with confidence - you have worked hard to get this far and done well to be selected.

We look forward to meeting you.