Interview guide for students

It is incredibly important to make a good impression at your interview. Here is everything you need to know:

What we are looking for

Familiarity with the course you’re applying for and an appropriately prepared portfolio. We’re looking to see if you have a keen interest and talent in your chosen subject. To find out more about your course, visit its course page.
Experimentation and variation in your portfolio; we want to know you can work in different ways with a variety of media.
Commitment to your projects. We want to see you can follow an idea through to the end.
Passion for your speciality.
Ambition – we like to see people who go beyond the brief and produce their own work.
Good knowledge of your chosen subject. We like to see some form of industry awareness. Have you been to any events, exhibitions or talks relevant to your subject?

How do I prepare?

We’ll expect you to talk about your skills and experiences. Be able to analyse and identify your strengths and weaknesses.
Brush up on your knowledge of LCCA and the industry you’re interested in.
Research the course you’re applying for. A good way to do this is to come to an open day.
Be able to show that you’re a team player and that you can manage your time efficiently.
Practice at home. If you’re applying for a creative course which requires a portfolio, make sure you can say three things about every piece of work in your portfolio that aren’t obvious just by looking at them. We want to understand your creative process as you develop from an initial idea to a final piece.

What else do I need to know?

Our interviews are conducted online. LCCA interviews are designed to find out more about you and why you want to study your chosen course.

Interview Guide