LSE Phd Student Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at LSE.
LSE
PhD Student
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
Had two interview stages. First was with my main supervisor to chat about my motivation. Then, the second interview with both supervisors, where they asked some technical questions about my research proposal.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you describe the problem that is discussed in your research proposal?
LSE
PhD Student
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Presentation Technical screen
Interview formats
Presentation Technical Behavioral
The whole thing took about 40-45 minutes. I started with a 10-minute presentation of my research proposal. After that, we had about 30 minutes for discussion and Q&A. The end was for my questions to the interviewer. The interviewers were likely my future supervisors and the PhD programme director.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What motivates your desire to pursue a PhD?
- Can you elaborate on the specifics within your research proposal?
LSE
PhD Student
Entry Average Neutral experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
Had an online interview that lasted about 50 minutes and covered many related topics. Two teachers conducted the interview, and the outcome was shared about two weeks later. It wasn't as hard as I expected.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Why do you want to pursue a PhD?
LSE Phd Student Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from LSE interview reports.
“Why do you want to pursue a PhD?”
Read reports →“What motivates your desire to pursue a PhD?”
Read reports →“Could you describe the problem that is discussed in your research proposal?”
Read reports →“Can you elaborate on the specifics within your research proposal?”
Read reports →“Tell me about your Master's thesis and your research experience and interests.”
Read report →“What's your plan for tackling this research question?”
Read report →“How do you intend to address this RQ?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 5 LSE interview reports.