PLC Interview

Paul.M92

Somebody just told me that for all PLC courses you undergo an Interview. What would a person need to bring with them and more importantly... What is the reason for the interview and what to expect.:(:confused:

Further Ed.

Not all PLC colleges interview but those that do want to see what do you know about the course and what you hope to do after the course. Contact the college you hope to attend and get a copy of their Admissions Policy and that will tell you the role that the interview plays in deciding places.

Nadser

You should get a letter saying what you need to bring with you. This would normally be a CV, references, perhaps a photograph if you applied on-line. Different courses may have specific requirements, but you will be told about them e.g. portfolio for art courses. Drama, dance courses will require you to do an audition.

The interview will normally be fairly informal, but you should make some effort e.g. wear a shirt if you're male, no low-cut tops for females, don't wear runners etc. You will probably be asked why you want to do the course, do you have any experience, what you would like to do in the future. For example, if you want to do social studies, have you done any volunteer work with people, do you know what the course is about etc.

You shouldn't be too nervous about the interview. Even if you aren't successful in getting a place on the course, your interviewers may be able to suggest something more suitable for your needs. There is quite a lot of competition these days for places on these courses, so you should apply for several to increase your chances. If you haven't applied already, you need to get your application in now, as the first round of interviews in many colleges will take place next month.

Hope that helps! Best of luck

To answer your other question, the purpose of the interview is to see if you are suitable for the course and if the course is really what you want to do. Due to the high demand for these courses at the moment, it will also be used to rank people in order to offer places. This will be based on your understanding of the course (e.g. have you read the brochure?), relevant experience, communication skills ...

Further Ed.

Also remember that you have a right to appeal the interview process and it outcome.