Admissions tests

Tests form one part of Oxford's admissions process and are used alongside a range of information to help assess candidate’s academic potential and suitability for many of our courses. 

All admissions tests will be online, delivered in partnership with Pearson VUE via its established network of test centres. 

Registration and booking information will be available shortly. Candidates will be able to request access arrangements.

This year’s tests will take place as follows:

AHCAAT - Friday 24 October

BMSAT - Tuesday 21 October, Wednesday 22 October, Thursday 23 October, Friday 24 October and Monday 27 October

CAT - Wednesday 22 October, Thursday 23 October and Friday 24 October

MAT - Wednesday 22 October and Thursday 23 October

MLAT – Friday 24 October

PAT - Wednesday 22 October and Thursday 23 October

PhilAT - Friday 24 October

TSA - Tuesday 21 October, Wednesday 22 October, Thursday, 23 October, Friday 24 October and Monday 27 October

HAT - In 2025, candidates applying for any course with History do not need to take a History admissions test.