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Psychometric testing

Which test?

What are the tests and how to prepare.

• Reasoning tests – numerical, verbal, logical
• Critical reasoning tests – (Watson Glaser, Bar entrance exam)
• Situational Judgement tests – (Mindset or Strengths tests)
• Personality Assessments
• Gamified Assessments
• FAQ: Your questions answered

Free test help

The University subscribes to the following practice test sites, so you can use them for free.

• Graduates First Free premium tests for job preparation including reasoning tests, situational judgement, personality questionnaires. Includes feedback on your answers and where you went wrong.
• Profiling for Success Personality assessments, learning styles and career interests inventories. We recommend the Type Dynamics Indicator.
• Come to a session to help you prepare for employer tests.

Books on tests are available in the Atrium in University Place, you will also find some in the University Library.

• Want to build your numeracy skills, see our FAQ on improving your maths / numeracy

Other recommended practice sites

• Practice Aptitude Tests
• JobTestPrep Free tests also available.
• Assessment Day
• Possibly the most comprehensive list of other good sites to try From Mark Parkinson.

Want to read more?

• Do critical thinking skills give graduates the edge?
• The A-Z Guide to Psychometric Tests An overview of personality and testing.