Adult, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Nursing UCAS Applicants
Congratulations on being shortlisted for a selection interview for a Bachelor of Nursing programme at Bangor University.
Please ensure you follow this important information for your interview and that you read all of the following information before proceeding to book your interview session (further below).
You are very welcome to have your interview conducted in Welsh or English or a mixture of both. We will not be marking you on the Standard of Welsh, but would prefer you to use whichever Language you feel more comfortable with.
We will be conducting all our interviews for the pre-registration programmes on-line. We will be using the on-line meeting platform Zoom to facilitate our interviews. Zoom works on many IT platforms such as your mobile telephone, PC, and other electronic devices. When you log in to Zoom for your interview, it is essential that your username is your real name and not a nickname. If your Zoom username is already set up with a nickname, please change it to your real name before the interview (this can be done in your Profile settings).
See the following websites for further information:
- https://zoom.us
- https://www.techradar.com/uk/news/what-is-zoom-how-does-it-work-tips-and-tricks-plus-best-alternatives
It is important that you practice accessing Zoom prior to your interview, learn how to access, use the chat function and how to share screen as you will need to use this facility for your presentation. Practice with friends as it is a good way to meet during lockdowns. This link provides some information about basic functions including how to share your screen:
Interview processes
General Introductory Talk
This session will provide information about the School of Medical and Health Sciences, our selection processes and the NMC course requirements. We will also provide information about the course, our expectations of you, your placements which make up 50% of the course, DBS requirements and occupational health requirements. This is a pre-recorded session and you must watch this before you attend your interview. Please follow this link to access the general talk.
Interview
- At the start of your individual interview, you will need to present your proof of identity to the interviewer, we will ask for permission to take a screen shot of this. We will also ask you to confirm your evidence of numeracy and literacy.
- For your individual interview you will need to prepare a five minute presentation which explains your understanding of a contemporary issue in health and social care in relation to your chosen field.
- During your interview we will use scenario-based questions to consider how the quality and value contributes to person-centred care to meet the diverse needs of patients and clients. You can use any visual aid you wish to support your presentation, but you must stay within the five minutes provided.
- We are looking at your motivation, qualities, values, motivation to study and ability to demonstrate some understanding of intelligent kindness in relation to your chosen field of nursing.
- At the end of the interview, you will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
Preparing for your interview:
- You need to practice using Zoom, look for a quiet place to have your interview where you won’t be interrupted and which has good lighting.
- Your individual interview will take approximately 20 - 30 minutes.
What happens following interview?
You will be informed of the outcome of your interview through UCAS Track so it is important that you check your account regularly. This may take around two working weeks for your interview outcome and offer to be processed.
Have I got everything ready for my interview?
Your interview will not be able to proceed unless you have the following documents:
- Passport or driving licence for proof of identity
- GCSE Maths and Welsh or English certificates or equivalent qualifications such as Level 2 key skills numeracy/Literacy
You must have the original documents of the above to show your interviewer during your individual on-line interview.