The interview process for a graduate student at **Imperial College London** usually involves shortlisting after the application is submitted, followed by an interview if the programme requires one (this is mandatory for PhD programmes and optional for some taught master’s courses). The interview is typically conducted by one or more academic staff members, either in person or online, and focuses on the applicant’s academic background, motivation for the programme, relevant experience, and—especially for PhD applicants—their research interests or proposal. After the interview, the department reviews the candidate’s performance together with the application materials before making an offer or rejection.