--- title: "Upcoming Medical & Dental Interview Preparation: MMI and Panel Training - NIE: Medical Admissions Preparation" description: "NIE provides UCAT, medical interviews, psychometrics, Casper, and medical admissions preparation for students pursuing medicine and dentistry in Australia or New Zealand." url: "https://www.nie.edu.au/component/zoo/item/upcoming-medical-dental-interview-preparation-mmi-and-panel-training?Itemid=101" date: "2026-11-01T11:40:34+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- # Upcoming Medical & Dental Interview Preparation: MMI and Panel Training #### NIE Interview Workshops, Personalised 1-on-1 Coaching and Mock Interview Preparation for Medicine and Dentistry Applicants [icon-calendar] Posted: August 10, 2026 # Medicine & Dentistry Applicants Year 12: Interview Preparation Years 10–11: UCAT Preparation With medical and dental interviews commencing in November, **Year 12 students** who have applied for medicine or dentistry are encouraged to plan ahead and allow sufficient time for interview preparation. While we understand that students are busy preparing for their final exams, it is equally important not to overlook this crucial final stage of the admissions process. Places in NIE's upcoming interview preparation workshops are now filling up, so early planning is recommended. For **Years 10 and 11 students**, upcoming information sessions and UCAT preparation workshops have also been scheduled. If you believe the following opportunities may be relevant to your students, we would appreciate it if, at your discretion, you could include this announcement in your school newsletter or share it through your school's communication channels. ## Help Us Share These Opportunities Share the full announcement on Facebook or open a short, ready-to-copy version for your school newsletter or communication platform. [ Share on Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nie.edu.au%2Fcomponent%2Fzoo%2Fitem%2Fupcoming-medical-dental-interview-preparation-mmi-and-panel-training%3FItemid%3D2109) [ Ready-to-Share School Newsletter Text ](https://www.nie.edu.au/school-newsletter-copy) ## Preparing for Medical and Dental Interviews For most students applying to medicine or dentistry, the interview is the final stage of the university selection process. Interviews may use a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) or structured panel format and may be conducted online or face-to-face. Regardless of the format, Australian medical and dental schools generally assess candidates across several important areas. ## What May Be Assessed? Requirements vary between universities and formats, but MMI, panel, online and face-to-face interviews commonly explore: - Motivation and understanding of medicine or dentistry - Communication, empathy and active listening - Ethical reasoning, professionalism and judgement - Teamwork, leadership and conflict management - Self-awareness, resilience and adaptability - Awareness of public, rural and Indigenous health Strong interview performance is not simply an innate ability. Both scenario-based and direct questions require candidates to organise their thoughts, respond within strict time limits and communicate clearly and authentically. Like an important examination, effective interview preparation requires knowledge, strategy, practice and constructive feedback. ## Upcoming NIE Workshops and Webinars – 2026 7–8 NOVEMBER 2026 ### Comprehensive Medical & Dental Interview Training Workshop Only a Few Places Remaining! Live online and interactive training covering interview theory, assessment criteria, answer strategies and confidence-building, followed by a full day of practical interview exercises with constructive feedback. Students also receive a hard-copy [ *Medical Interview Techniques* ](https://www.nie.edu.au/medical/umat-interviews/medical-interviews-tuition-book) book. [ View Interview Workshop ](https://www.nie.edu.au/medical/interview-preparation/medical-dental-interview-workshop) 16 NOVEMBER 2026 ### FREE Live Webinar: Pathways into Medicine and Dentistry For Years 9–11 Students, Parents and Teachers A free live information webinar exploring pathways into medicine and dentistry, helping younger students and their families understand university entry options and plan their preparation. [ Secure Your Free Spot ](https://www.nie.edu.au/ucat-free/free-ucat-information-sessions/item/pathways-into-medicine-and-dentistry-live-webinar-free-event) 21 NOVEMBER 2026 ### Public, Rural & Indigenous Health Topics in Medical and Dental Interviews Webinar Focused preparation to strengthen students' knowledge and communication when responding to public, rural and Indigenous health interview questions. [ View Public, Rural & Indigenous Health Webinar ](https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing/medical-interview-preparation/product/2891-public-rural-and-indigenous-health-mmi-readiness) 20 DECEMBER 2026 ### Comprehensive UCAT Workshop for Years 10–11 **Part 1:** An introduction to all UCAT sections, expert tuition, key strategies and a full simulated practice test with detailed answers and explanations. **Part 2:** A follow-up session where parents are also invited to ask questions about the medical and dental entry process. [ View UCAT Workshop Details ](https://www.nie.edu.au/ucat-courses/simulated-ucat-day-workshop) 21 DECEMBER 2026 ### Bond University Medicine: Psychometric Test Training For Year 12 Medicine Applicants Bond University Medicine Psychometric Test Knowledge for Medical Entry Webinar, including bonus Bond University interview advice. [ View Psychometric Training Details ](https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing/psychometric-prep-bond-university/product/2955-bond-psychometric-webinar-includes-bonus-interview-advice) ## UCAT, Medical Interviews, Casper and Psychometric Preparation [ View All Products and Services ](https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing) [ Future Doctors Australia 4-Day Program (Years 9–12) ](https://www.nie.edu.au/component/zoo/item/future-doctors-australia-program?Itemid=2109) Thank you for sharing these opportunities with interested students and families. Warm regards, [ Sasha Tymoshenko ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/niecareers/) NIE Course Coordinator **National Institute of Education** This email address is being protected from spambots. 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