King's Dentistry BDS interview 2026: dates, questions, format and success rate
King's interviews 25% of Dentistry BDS applicants, online, and offers a place to 51% of those interviewed.
Figures from kcl.ac.uk, checked 18 October 2026.
At a glance
- When: Dec - Mar
- Format: Panel interview, Online (Panel of two interviewers)
- Who's interviewed: Shortlisted: ranked on GCSEs, UCAT and contextual information, then full application review (334 of 1,325 last cycle)
- Before it: UCAT (same year; SJT also considered)
How the King's Dentistry BDS interview runs
- Before: UCAT (same year; SJT also considered); DBS check and Occupational Health clearance for offer holders
- Interviews: Dec - Mar, online
- Each one: With Panel of two interviewers
- They assess: "Communication skills", in the university's own words
Applied: 1,325. Interviewed: 334. Offered: 171 (2024 UCAS cycle (2023-24, 2024 entry), all domiciles).
Questions asked
- Reported by 6 sources: Why dentistry?
- Reported by 5 sources: What did you learn from your dental work experience about how a practice runs day to day?
- Reported by 5 sources: What are the greatest challenges facing healthcare as a whole, and dentistry in particular?
Every question reported for this course is open with a free account.
King's Dentistry BDS interview FAQ
When are King's Dentistry BDS interviews in 2026?
Dec - Mar (invitations with at least two weeks' notice).
Online or in person?
Online, as a panel interview.
What percentage of applicants are interviewed?
25%, and 51% of those interviewed got an offer.
Is there a test?
UCAT (same year; SJT also considered).
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- King's Extended Medical Degree Programme MBBS interview