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Why are you also considering the ____ department as your second choice?

Answer:

The same considerations as for the previous question on your first choice apply. In addition you may want to consider the following:

Why it is your second rather than your first choice
Differences from first choice option
Similarities with your first choice option
Your response to being asked by the panel or an individual interviewer to focus more on your second choice rather than your first choice.
Any apparent inconsistencies between your first and second choice departments (for example, the difference between Clerkship and the Security Service).
How close a second choice is it really?

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Why are you interested in your first choice department?You say in your notes (provided at the selection board) that you firmly believe in, for example, the concept of open government. Tell me more about this.