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Important information about Cambridge pre-registration assessments 2022
Both the registration deadline and the test dates are earlier than in previous years.
We work with the University of Cambridge to produce and deliver a range of pre-registration assessments. These assessments are required for a number of undergraduate courses, as part of the application process.
The courses currently using the pre-registration assessments are listed below.
The assessment procedure for mature students is different to other students. In some cases mature students are not required to take a pre-registration assessment. For full details, visit the University of Cambridge website.
For preparation materials, click on the assessment name in the table.
Course name
pre-registration assessment
Section 1 (multiple choice)
Section 2
Natural Sciences Admissions Assessment (NSAA)
Maths plus one science (Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
60 minutes
Multiple choice in Biology, Chemistry or Physics
Computer Science
You will need to take the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA)
Economics
Engineering
Engineering Admissions Assessment (ENGAA)
Maths/Physics 60 minutes
Multiple choice covering Advanced Physics 60 minutes
Medicine
You will need to take BMAT.
Natural Sciences
Veterinary Medicine
If you are applying to study Mathematics, you need to take the Sixth Term Examination Paper (STEP). This test takes place in June of Year 13.
Visit the University's website for full details of all pre-registration and at-interview assessments.
No. Extra time is not allowed for candidates without English as their first language.
Calculators are not allowed.