It is crucial that young people walk into the interview room feeling confident that they can both build a rapport with the adults, and speak openly about their achievements and successes. "It is easy to be calm when there is nothing to worry about…”

Students (of any age) should learn to produce succinct responses upon which they can expand. Keeping things ‘short and sweet’ is an underrated strategy…

In line with ‘confidence’, students should feel a sense of control in their interview. Whilst it may appear a chance to be quizzed, it is also a chance to raise their suitability as a prospective student. Give them no choice but to admit you…