I am applying to study dentistry, could you advise me about what the interviewer will focus on?

Question

Would it be more related to ethics, bio and chem knowledge, or specific knowledge about dentistry? Any example questions would be greatly appreciated too! Thanks so much

Answer 1

about what you study of course.

Answer 2

Some answers people put are useless. =/

There are 3 types of interview, the 'Screening' - which is the most common, were you discuss events of both past, present and answer their questions. 'Behavioural' - where they ask you to elaborate on past events to demonstrate future abilities. 'Stress' - where they take the p*ss out of you, watching if you mess up or use emotions instead of intellect.

The interview will often start with the intros, handshakes and offering of a seat.
They will ask something such as 'how are you/tell me about yourself/ where have you come from/ did you have a good journey' to open up the convo. Make sure you answer these fully and interestingly.
They will often ask about where you are being interviewed, ‘Have you been here before/ what do you like about this place / Why did you pick it/ what did you think about the facilities/ did you talk to any students’ and so on. It is something worth researching.
They might ask you questions on your academic background (only if your reference isn’t very full or it isn’t highly evident from your Personal Statement), such as ‘what is your favourite subject’. Questions on your self assessment, stress, creativity and decisiveness.
Then questions about dentistry. ‘Why do you want to be a dentist’ is a classic question. ‘What attributes does a dentist need’ is a very common one. ‘do you have these attributes/ give me an example of this’ and so on. They usually save one trickier one, which shows whether you have researched into dentistry and teeth such as ‘what are the other branches/ private or NHS/ and so on.’ Also be sure to research the course, as they will often ask 'What do you think of the syllabus/first year course?'.

They will spend time probing through your personal statement, picking out bits that seem a little short. If you were honest, you can answer these well, whilst impressing your interviewer (and showing that you do have a life).
Putting ‘I read New Scientist website’ on your PS, will often be questioned, but for me it was the subject to make you interviewer be incredibly interested in what you’re saying. As are other things. Mention of work experience on a PS will also be asked a few questions. As will hobbies/ things showing leadership/ communication skills and so on. In my interview, I wasn’t asked about any of the subjects I take.

Then they offer you to ask a question. Not doing so shows lack of preparation – so make sure you have a good one and let them ask it while appearing interested. After doing so shake hands, thank them and leave (don’t linger).

And wear a suit, sit upright maintain eye contact with the interviewers (don’t stare them down though). Etc etc. Good luck.

Answer 3

GENERALLY in interviewer of this sort has a certain number of probing questions that are prewritten. They want to check to see how committed you are. That is the real issue. They will not likely ask too much about biology or chemistry because those are already in the educational file. You are not expected to know too much about Dentistry (yet) or you wouldn't be applying in that field. You may have an ethics question or two. MAKE SURE that during your interview you are not too negative or "whining". They want to know if you will stick to your guns and complete the coursework! That is what the probin g questions are for to see if you will expand on your answers and BE POSITIVE, take a stand when you answer BE CONFIDENT about it! His/her focus will be his/her school's idea of what is important. I hope you are successful. Have a great holiday!
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Answer 4

The interviewer will focus on questions about the feet.

No, look, they are going to focus on your ability to go through the program. If you are going there to learn, they don't expect you to know the answers. They want to know if you can study for that long, if you like it for the right reasons, and what you will do with your degree.

Answer 5

Enthusiasm and passion for what you do. If you give a good service. I your a people person. If your mainly relaxed infront of new people. Kind nice, my advice is to be yourself and be honest.

Answer 6

Errr... errrr... errrmmmm...

Teeth perhaps... or maybe gums... or maybe not!

Let's see... why do you want to do this?
Why should I give you a place?
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etc
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Answer 7

Well, as in my friend's case (true, this) - they will ask "Do you fxxx your tutors?"

Answer 8

DONT TRUST MAKE DENTURES INSTEAD @ QUEEN MARYS!!!