Are you gearing up for Oxford University admissions? Here are some important updates that you need to keep a tap on.
Oxford has teamed up with Pearson VUE, a global assessment leader, to handle the delivery of their undergraduate admissions tests. If you’ve heard of the LNAT (Law National Admissions Test), then you already know a bit about Pearson VUE—they’ve been managing the LNAT for years. Now, they’re stepping in to assist with a wider range of Oxford’s admissions tests.
Why Admissions Tests Matter
Admissions tests play a crucial role in Oxford’s selection process. Alongside other application materials, these tests help the university assess your academic potential and determine if you’re the right fit for their courses.
What’s New in 2024?
All admissions tests will now be conducted online. Pearson VUE will deliver these tests through their well-established network of test centers. And here’s the best part: there will be no charge for candidates to register for Oxford’s own tests in 2024!
Key Dates for Your Calendar
Here are the important test dates you need to know:
- 21 October
- History Admissions Test (HAT)
- 22 October
- Ancient History and Classical Archaeology Admissions Test (AHCAAT) – NEW for 2024
- Biomedical Sciences Admissions Test (BMSAT) – NEW for 2024
- Classics Admissions Test (CAT)
- Modern Languages Admissions Test (MLAT)
- Philosophy Test (PhilAT)
- 24 October
- Thinking Skills Assessment (TSA) – Sections 1 and 2: Philosophy, Politics and Economics; Section 1 only: Economics and Management, Experimental Psychology, History and Economics, Human Sciences and Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics
- 28 October
- Physics Admissions Test for Physics, Engineering, and Materials Science (PAT)
- Physics Admissions Test for Physics, Engineering, and Materials Science (PAT)
- 31 October
- Mathematics Admissions Test (MAT)
Registration Details
You can register for these tests between 15 August and 4 October, and the best part? It’s completely free! When you register, you can also request any access arrangements you usually have for exams at your school or college.
How to Prepare
Oxford offers plenty of guidance to help you get ready. Check out the individual test pages for detailed preparation advice. Many tests come with an online practice test to help you get comfortable with the format and the new test platform. For the new tests this year, there will be shorter sample tests available to get you started.
Special Notes for 2024 Applicants
- Medicine and Graduate Entry Medicine: Instead of the BMAT, Oxford will use the Pearson VUE UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) with the usual arrangements and charges as advertised by Pearson VUE.
- Law Candidates: Continue taking the Pearson VUE LNAT with the standard arrangements and charges.
- English Literature: In 2024, there will be no English Literature test for those applying for English Language and Literature, English and History, English and Modern Languages, or Classics and English. Make sure to check the specific course page for application details. For joint schools, you’ll still need to take the relevant test for the other subject.
- Geography: There will be no test for Geography candidates in 2024.
What’s Next?
This update brings a lot of positive changes for applicants. With free registration and extensive preparation materials, Oxford is making the process more accessible and less stressful. So, mark those dates on your calendar, start preparing, and good luck with your application!
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