Pre-CAS Interview Practice / University of Dundee
University of Dundee Pre-CAS Interview Questions 2026
Intent to study · Study plans · Career · Immigration history · Finances · Why UK
Updated July 2026The University of Dundee runs mandatory pre-CAS credibility assessments for international applicants — a required step before it will issue your CAS. The assessment does three jobs: it checks your intent to study by asking about your programme and about Dundee, it clarifies any questions about your previous immigration history, and it addresses any other concerns about the likely success of your Student visa application.
Conducted in English over phone or video conference, the assessment also checks your English-language ability. Expect questions on your reasons for coming to the UK — your background, your study plans, your career plans and your finances. Dundee is clear about the stakes: if the assessment suggests you're not a genuine student, or that your risk of visa refusal is exceptionally high, the University reserves the right to refuse your CAS. Prepare specific, honest answers about why Dundee, why your course, and how you'll fund and use your studies.
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University of Dundee's pre-CAS process runs 5 stages. Yes — if you don't come across as a genuine student, or your risk of visa refusal is exceptionally high.
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- 1Accept your offer. Accept your offer; Dundee arranges your mandatory pre-CAS credibility assessment.
- 2Attend the assessment in English over phone or video conference. it also checks your English-language ability.
- 3Answer questions on your intent to study (your pro. Answer questions on your intent to study (your programme and Dundee), your immigration history, and your finances and plans.
- 4If Dundee is satisfied you're a genuine student. If Dundee is satisfied you're a genuine student, it issues your CAS; it reserves the right to refuse a CAS if refusal risk is exceptionally high.
- 5Apply for your Student visa. Apply for your Student visa; UKVI may run its own credibility interview during the application.
Real University of Dundee pre-CAS interview questions
Verified against university sources. The same questions Hope asks in a University of Dundee-style pre-CAS mock.
Intent to study
Study plans
Career
Immigration history
Finances
Why UK
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University of Dundee pre-CAS interview FAQs
Is Dundee's pre-CAS assessment mandatory?
Yes — it's a required step before Dundee will issue your CAS.
How is it conducted?
In English, over phone or video conference; it also checks your English-language ability.
What does it cover?
Your intent to study (programme and Dundee), your immigration history, your study and career plans, and your finances.
Can Dundee refuse my CAS?
Yes — if you don't come across as a genuine student, or your risk of visa refusal is exceptionally high.
Is there also a UKVI interview?
Yes — separately, UKVI may run its own credibility interview during your visa application.
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