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Nottingham Trent University (NTU) Pre-CAS Interview Questions 2026
Why NTU · Your course · Finances · Genuine interest · Living in the UK · Study intentions
Updated July 2026Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is one of the UK's largest recruiters of international students, and its visa guidance is refreshingly candid about why applications fail. You may be required to have a credibility interview as part of your visa application, and NTU's advice is simple: be ready to talk about your NTU course and exactly why you chose to study there. In the interview, applicants most often stumble not on nerves but on substance — not knowing enough about the university or course, or being unable to explain how they'll cover the cost of their studies.
The financial bar is specific: on top of your first-year tuition, you'll need to show £1,171 per month if you're studying in Nottingham (or £1,529 per month in London), held in your or your parents' account for at least 28 days. NTU's international support team is OISC-registered and runs a check-and-send service, so lean on them. Come to the interview able to link your background to your course and career, and clear on your funding.
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Nottingham Trent University (NTU)'s pre-CAS process runs 5 stages. Most applicants only find out they weren't ready once the decision is made.
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- 1Meet all the conditions of your offer. Meet all the conditions of your offer; NTU issues your CAS.
- 2Prepare your financial evidence. first-year tuition plus £1,171/month (Nottingham) or £1,529/month (London), held for at least 28 days.
- 3Apply for your Student visa and upload your suppor. Apply for your Student visa and upload your supporting documents (with official translations where needed).
- 4You may be required to attend a credibility interview as part of the application. be ready to talk about your NTU course, why NTU, and how you'll fund your studies.
- 5An Entry Clearance Officer decides. An Entry Clearance Officer decides; from October 2024 you receive an eVisa by email.
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Why NTU
Your course
Finances
Genuine interest
Living in the UK
Study intentions
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Nottingham Trent University (NTU) pre-CAS interview FAQs
Will I have to do a credibility interview?
You may be required to as part of your visa application, so prepare to talk about your NTU course and why you chose NTU.
What most often causes a refusal?
Not showing genuine interest — not knowing enough about the university or course, or being unable to explain how you'll cover your costs.
How much money do I need to show?
First-year tuition plus £1,171/month (Nottingham) or £1,529/month (London), held for at least 28 days in your or your parents' account.
Can NTU check my application first?
Yes — NTU's OISC-registered international support team offers a check-and-send service.
How will I receive my visa?
As an eVisa (from October 2024), with the decision emailed to you.
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