Pre-CAS Interview Questions for UK Student Visa: Full Guide for Nepali Students
If you're planning to study in the UK from Nepal in 2025, there's a crucial step between your university offer and getting your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies): the Pre-CAS Interview.
This interview is designed to assess whether you're a genuine student, financially capable, and well-prepared for the UK’s education system. It’s a make-or-break moment that directly affects whether your CAS is issued — which is essential for applying for a UK student visa.
What is a Pre-CAS Interview?
The Pre-CAS interview is a mandatory screening stage conducted by UK universities before releasing your CAS letter. It helps the university confirm that:
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You understand the course and university you’re joining
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You are a genuine student with academic goals
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You are financially prepared for tuition and living expenses
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You understand UK visa regulations and responsibilities
Depending on the university, this interview might be conducted:
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By a university officer or external interviewer via video call, or
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Via AI-based recorded interviews, where your responses are automatically evaluated
Deposit Requirement Before the Interview
Most UK universities require you to pay a pre-CAS deposit, which may range between £300 to £10,000, depending on the institution. This deposit confirms your intent to study and secures your place, but remember: paying the deposit doesn’t guarantee your CAS unless you clear the interview.
Top 46 Pre-CAS Interview Questions You Must Prepare For
Below is a real set of questions provided by Coventry University, used widely across UK institutions for credibility interviews:
1. What are the three reasons for studying in the UK?
2. What important skills do you think you will learn during your studies?
3. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?
4. How do you think the university’s location and surroundings will contribute to your overall study experience?
5. How do you think your chosen university stands out compared to others?
6. What advice will you give for accommodation to future students?
7. How do you plan to manage your finances, including bank accounts and budgeting?
8. How do you think your school background helps with your new course?
9. How could working in the UK give you skills for your future job?
10. How will you transition from being a student to your next step after graduation?
11. Would you consider starting your own business?
12. Will you bring dependents to the UK?
13. How is studying in the UK different from your home country?
14. What do you like most about the course structure?
15. What stories did your family tell you while growing up?
16. What aspects of the UK’s culture do you find appealing?
17. How did you compare different universities before choosing this one?
18. Do you plan to live on-campus or off-campus, and why?
19. What hobbies do you have outside academics?
20. Have you researched UKVI financial requirements? How will you meet them?
21. How has your previous education prepared you for this course?
22. What do you think about part-time work during your studies?
23. Pros and cons of taking a gap year after graduation?
24. How will this course help you earn money and have a stable life?
25. Have you ever had a visa refused?
26. Will you bring family or dependents with you?
27. What are the three biggest challenges you expect to face in the UK?
28. What cultural differences are you expecting?
29. What networking or career support does this university provide?
30. How did tuition and living costs affect your decision?
31. How much did cost influence your course/university selection?
32. What have you done well at school so far?
33. How will you manage school and part-time work?
34. Do you want to join groups for students or graduates?
35. What are your main personal and professional challenges after graduating?
36. Why does the UK’s cultural diversity attract you?
37. What are your learning and growth goals?
38. How will you stay in touch with family back home?
39. How did the campus environments of other universities influence your decision?
40. How did you compare accommodation options?
41. Which places in the UK do you want to visit, and why?
42. What money advice would you give future students?
43. Share a time when you pushed through tough school situations.
44. What challenges do you expect if you work and study together?
45. How do you plan to stay updated in your career after graduation?
46. Which industries or companies do you want to join after studies?
47. Where is visa processing center of UK?
Mock Interviews: Prepare Before the Real Deal
Many Nepali students fail their Pre-CAS interviews due to lack of practice, poor communication, or over-rehearsed answers. Don’t risk your visa.
At WI Education Consultancy, we offer multiple mock interview sessions tailored to the actual UKVI and Pre-CAS formats. Our counselors provide real-time feedback so you can improve your fluency, build confidence, and answer clearly.
Final Tips to Ace Your Interview
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Be clear, calm, and confident — not robotic
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Know your course structure, university facilities, and location
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Avoid vague answers like “I chose this course because it's good”
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Don’t give the impression you want to stay permanently in the UK
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Know your financial documents and who is sponsoring you
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Stay updated with the latest UKVI rules
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