Question: Why did you choose your area of study?
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- Why did your choose your major?
- How did you end up studying [blank]?
Follow-up questions:
- Do you like your choice?
- Would you choose something else given the chance?
- Are you looking to further you study in this area?
Question Details:
Question Type:
What to look for in an answer:
Look to learn the interviewee’s motivation and interest in the subject.
Red Flags to Watch For:
If the interviewee is completely disinterested in a subject that is vital to the vacancy.
Sample Answer:
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Question Source:
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