Psychometric testing

Graduate employers often use psychometric tests as part of their selection process. Most tests used are ability tests which aim to measure aptitudes such as verbal reasoning, numeracy and other abilities such as Diagrammatic.

If you would like to take our online practice psychometric test, please us by phone on 01392 724493 to register; the test is also open to graduates. This comprises verbal reasoning and numeracy tests similar to those most commonly used by graduate recruiters. Your results will be emailed to you as soon as you have completed the tests and you are welcome to book an appointment to discuss the results with a Careers Consultant.

Some employers may also use personality tests or questionnaires to identify certain character traits and profiles. These are more difficult to practice and have no exact answers.

Events

Search our events system for our one hour skills session Understanding Psychometric Testing

Resources

• Our useful  guide includes links to sites, advice and/or practice for free and details of resources held at The Careers and Employment Service: Psychometric Test Websites Guide
• Realise Potential - A new consultancy offering psychology-based solutions to organisations. Click on the link to see Frequently Asked Questions for test takers.
• Graduate Jobs Numeracy Game - from Top Employers: This game which is sponsored by JP Morgan, is written by a couple of investment bankers and is based on the typical numeracy/data interpretation tests that many graduates have to do.
• Practice Aptitude Tests Free practice tests.
• Free example in-tray exercise with model answers
• AGCAS DVD At the Assessment Centre contains more general information on related assessments such as E tray exercises and group discussions. Login required.
• There is a range of information, books and DVDs on testing in Come and see us