Aptitude Test

Excel in Every Test

United States

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  • Test Format: 2 parts (Reading and Writing/Math) 
  • Duration: 2 hours 14 mins 
  • Note: Calculator is allowed. 
  • Score Range: 400 to 1600
  • Test Format: 4 parts (English/Math/Reading/Science) 
  • Duration: 2 hours 55 mins 
  • Note: Calculator is allowed. 
  • Score Range: 1 to 36

United Kingdom

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  • Programmes that required LNAT: LLB Law 
  • Institution:  
    • University of Oxford 
    • University of Cambridge 
    • University of Bristol 
    • The University of Glasgow 
    • Durham University 
    • King’s College London (KCL) 
    • London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) 
    • SOAS, University of London 
    • University College London (UCL) 
  • Test format  (2 sections) 
    • Section A is a computer-based, 95 mins, 42 mc questions. The questions are based on 12 passages, with 3 or 4 multiple-choice questions on each.
    • Section B 40 minutes to write an essay from a list of three proposed subjects. 
  • Duration: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Programmes that required ESAT:  
    • University of Cambridge 
      • Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology 
      • Engineering 
      • Natural Sciences 
      • Veterinary Science 
    •  Imperial College London 
      • Departments of Aeronautics 
      • Department of Chemical Engineering 
      • Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 
      • Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering 
      • Department of Design Engineering 
      • Department of Mechanical Engineering 
      • Department of Physics 
  • Test format:  
    • Computer Based  
    • Answer in multiple choice 
    • 40 mins each module 
    • No pass or fail, WON’T lose mark for wrong answer. 
  • Test Sections 
    • Mathematics 1 is compulsory for all candidates.   
    • In most cases, you will complete two additional multiple-choice modules, making the test 120 minutes in total.  
    • The remaining modules will depend on the programme you are applying to.  Details of which modules to select for each programme are as followed: 
      • University of Cambridge 
        • If you are applying Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Natural Sciences or Veterinary Science programme, you are required to complete Mathematics 1 and two additional multiple-choice modules from Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics 2. 
        • If you are applying Engineering programme, you are required to complete Mathematics 1, Physics and Mathematics 2. 
      • Imperial College 
        • If you are applying for Aeronautics, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Physics programme, you are required to complete Mathematics 1, Physics and Mathematics 2. 
        • If you are applying for Chemical Engineering programme, you are required to complete Mathematics 1, Chemistry and Mathematics 2. 
        • If you are applying for Dyson School of Design Engineering programme, you are required to complete Mathematics 1 and Mathematics 2.
  • Programmes that required UCAT: Medicine 
  • Institution: Nearly all Medical School  
  • Test format:  
    • Sat under test conditions 
    • Multiple-choice questions  
    • 900 marks each, 3600 marks in total 
    • 4+1 sections:  
      • Verbal Reasoning 
      • Decision Making 
      • Quantitative Reasoning 
      • Abstract Reasoning 
      • Situational Judgement (Band 1-4)  
  • Duration: 2 hrs
  • Programmes that required TMUA: Computer Science, Economics, Maths, Finance, Data Science 
  • Institution: University of Cambridge, Imperial College 
  • Test Format: 2 parts (Applications of Mathematical Knowledge and Mathematical Reasoning) 
  • Duration: 2.5 hrs 
  • Note: No calculator is allowed
  • Programmes that required AHCAAT: Classical Archaeology and Ancient History 
  • Institution:  University of Oxford 
  • Test format:  
    1. Computer Based 
    2. Answer in Short essay format 
    3. 2 questions, 50 mark each 
      1. short passage from an academic publication from first two terms in Oxford, evaluate the coherence of the argument, whether the author supplies sufficient evidence for their claims and in what ways their argument can be criticized.  
      2. look at an image of an artefact from the ancient world (statue, relief, vase etc.), for which some contextual information will be supplied, and asked to describe it in detail and reflect on the ways in which it can be used for writing history 
  • Duration: 1.5 hrs
  • Programmes that required BMSAT: Biomedical Sciences 
  • Institution: University of Oxford 
  • Test format:  
    • Computer based  
    • 20 MC question each, 80 MC Questions in total 
    • 4 sections: Bio, Chem, Maths, and Phys 
  • Duration: 1.5 hrs
  • Programmes that required CAT: Classics, Classics and English, Classics and Modern Languages, Classics and Asian and Middle Eastern Studies 
  • Institution:  University of Oxford 
  • Test format:  
    1. Computer Based 
    2. 3 tests:  
      1. The Latin Translation Test 
      2. The Greek Translation Test 
      3. The Classics Language Aptitude Test (CLAT) 
        • Greek and Latin Translation Tests  
          • The two translation tests each consist of a short passage in the prose and verse of the classical language, to be translated into English.
          • The passages are carefully chosen to be of a difficulty suitable to students at A-level or equivalent. 
    3. All applicants taking this test will be invited to practise taking a sample paper online in advance of test day
  • Duration: 3 hrs 
  • Note: NO Dictionary, Grammar Books or Notes is allowed.
  • Programmes that required HAT:   
    • History (V100) 
    • History (Ancient and Modern) (V118) 
    • History and Economics (LV11) 
    • History and English (VQ13) 
    • History and Modern Languages (13 options) 
    • History and Politics (LV21) 
  • Institution:  University of Oxford 
  • Test format:  
    1. Computer Based 
    2. Test of skills, not substantive historical knowledge 
    3. Ability Assessment included: 
      1. The ability to read carefully and critically; 
      2. The adoption of an analytical approach; 
      3. The ability to answer a question relevantly; 
      4. The ability to handle concepts and select evidence to support points; 
      5. Originality and independence; 
      6. Precision and clarity of writing 
  • Duration: 1 hr
  • Programmes that required MAT:   
    • Computer Science (G400) 
    • Computer Science and Philosophy (IV15) 
    • Mathematics (G100) 
    • Mathematics and Computer Science (GG14) 
    • Mathematics and Philosophy (GV15) 
    • Mathematics and Statistics (G100) 
  • Institution:  University of Oxford 
  • Test format:  
    1. Computer Based 
    2. 25 MC, 2 long questions (justify their answers or explain their reasoning for these long questions.) 
    3. Test the depth of mathematical understanding 
    4. AS-level Maths, with a few extra topics from A-level Maths. 
    5. All applicants taking this test will be invited to practise taking a sample paper online in advance of test day. 
  • Duration: 2.5 hr
  • Programmes that required MLAT:  
    • European and Middle Eastern Languages 
    • Classics and Modern Languages 
    • English and Modern Languages 
    • History and Modern Languages 
    • Modern Languages 
    • Modern Languages and Linguistics 
    • Philosophy and Modern Languages. 
  • Institution:  University of Oxford 
  • Test format:  
    1. Computer Based 
    2. Each section: 20 MC and 10 English translation questions  
    3. 10 sections 
      1. Czech  
      2. French  
      3. German  
      4. Italian  
      5. Modern Greek  
      6. Portuguese  
      7. Russian  
      8. Spanish 
      9. LAT (Language Aptitude Test) for those applying for Russian on its own or as a beginner, and courses with Polish 
      10. The Philosophy test for those applying for Philosophy and Modern Languages. 
  • Duration: 5.5 hrs 
  • Note: The Philosophy section lasts 60 minutes while each other section is 30 minutes.
  • Programmes that required PAT:  
    • Engineering (H100) 
    • Biomedical Engineering (H811) 
    • Chemical Engineering (H800) 
    • Civil Engineering (H200) 
    • Electrical Engineering (H620) 
    • Information Engineering (H630) 
    • Mechanical Engineering (H300) 
    • Materials Science (FJ22) 
    • Physics (F303) 
    • Physics and Philosophy (VF53) 
  • Institution:  University of Oxford 
  • Test format:  
    1. Computer Based 
  • Duration: 2 hrs 
  • Note:  
    1. The PAT is designed for candidates who have studied the first year of A-level (or equivalent) Maths and Physics, and covers similar material to that of the GCSE and A-level syllabus. 
    2. Formula sheets, table and data books are not permitted.  
    3. A digital calculator will be included as part of the online interface. Candidates must use this and not bring their own calculators into the exam.
  • Programme that required:  Philosophy and Theology (VV56) 
  • Institution:  University of Oxford 
  • Test format:  
    1. Undertake a comprehension exercise and write a short essay OR answer a structured question 
    2. 2 parts 
      1. Part A:  one question (Compulsory) 
      2. Part B: one question only from Part B 
    3. All applicants taking this test will be invited to practise taking a sample paper online in advance of test day. 
  • Duration: 1 hr
  • Programmes that required:   
    • Economics and Management (LN12)
    • Experimental Psychology (C830)
    • History and Economics (LV11)
    • Human Sciences (BCL0)
    • Philosophy and Linguistics (VQ51)
    • Psychology and Linguistics (CQ81)
    • Psychology and Philosophy (CV85)
    • Philosophy, Politics and Economics (L0V0)
  • Institution:  University of Oxford
  • Test format: 
    1. Computer Based
    2. 2 sections: 
      1. Section 1:  MC Thinking Skills Assessment 
        Consists of Problem-solving skills, including numerical reasoning. Critical thinking skills, including understanding argument and reasoning using everyday language.
      2. Section 2:  30mins writing task 
        Choose 1 out of 4 questions, evaluate a candidate’s ability to organise ideas in a clear and concise manner, and communicate them effectively in writing.
  • Duration: 1 hr
  • Note:
    1. You MUST TAKE SECTION 1 of the TSA if you are applying for Economics and Management (LN12), Experimental Psychology (C830), History and Economics (LV11), Human Sciences (BCL0), Philosophy and Linguistics (VQ51), Psychology and Linguistics (CQ81), Psychology and Philosophy (CV85)
    2. You MUST TAKE BOTH SECTIONS of the TSA if you are applying for Philosophy, Politics and Economics (L0V0)