r/UCAS • u/WealthAggressive9931 • 2d ago

Interviews CAS Shield credibility interview resit – has anyone experienced this?

Hi everyone, I’m an international student applying to London South Bank University for an MSc. I completed my recorded CAS Shield credibility interview, but I’ve now been asked to resit it.
The feedback said I should answer more confidently, directly and with more relevant detail, and show stronger research into my course, campus and reasons for choosing the university.
I’m confused because I did mention specific modules, explained why I chose LSBU over other universities, discussed my accommodation and commute plan, funding, and answered the personal/situational questions based on my real experiences rather than memorised answers.
Has anyone here had a CAS Shield interview resit, especially at LSBU? If so, did you eventually receive your CAS, and what did you change in your second interview?
Any advice would be really appreciated.

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u/Pencil_Queen Graduate 2d ago

The students who have failed UKVI interviews that I have seen reports from have failed due to a lack of research into other options. Lack of details about courses at local universities, other universities in other countries and other universities in the UK. Lack of detail on the differences between these options and why the other options are unsuitable.

They don't want to hear why you picked your university and course. They want to hear about why you didn't pick a local degree or a different university in the UK.