Paramedic Science Interviews

Pre-interview tasks required:

• Have a form of identification (e.g. passport, driving licence, etc.) ready to present at the start of your interview.
• To help you to prepare for the interview, here are the questions you will be asked:
  • Why do you want to study Paramedic Science at the University of Wolverhampton?
  • How have your qualifications and studies helped you to prepare to study Paramedic Science?
  • What other experiences or activities have you engaged in that you feel will help you succeed on the course?
  • What do you understand about the term diversity? And what are the benefits of having a diverse paramedic workforce?
  • What is the role of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)?
  • Student Paramedics are often exposed to emotionally challenging situations, what strategies/resources would you utilise to promote your wellbeing? 
• Do you know enough about the course you have applied for? Research information about the course and the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). You may find the following websites useful: https://www.hcpc-uk.org/ and https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/.
• You can also visit our open days where you can come and speak to our staff and students www.wlv.ac.uk/opendays.

• Please ensure you allow yourself ample time to arrive for your on-campus interview.
• At the start of the interview, you must show a form of picture ID as proof of who the interviewer is talking to. Acceptable documents include a passport, driving license, college ID badge, etc. (please note we do not accept copies).
• Here are the questions you will be asked:
  • Why do you want to study Paramedic Science at the University of Wolverhampton?
  • How have your qualifications and studies helped you to prepare to study Paramedic Science?
  • What other experiences or activities have you engaged in that you feel will help you succeed on the course?
  • What do you understand about the term diversity? And what are the benefits of having a diverse paramedic workforce?
  • What is the role of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)?
  • Student Paramedics are often exposed to emotionally challenging situations, what strategies/resources would you utilise to promote your wellbeing? 

After attending your interview, you will be notified on whether or not you’ve passed within 3-5 working days. If you are successful, your offer will be confirmed within 14 working days.

If you’re unsuccessful, you will be made an alternative offer on another course that we think you are suitable for. Find out more.

If you’re unable to attend your interview, you can decline your date/time via e:Vision up to 48 hours before your selection event and you must then log a helpdesk call to request a new date or withdrawal. If you’re unable to attend less than 48 hours before, please get in touch with Admissions via 01902 323505 as soon as possible. Find out more about responding to your invite here.

Please note if you fail to notify us that you’re unable to attend, your application will be rejected.

Contact us via e-mail - interviews@wlv.ac.uk

Contact us via phone - 01902 518803