About the Math Admission Test (MAT) 

The Mathematics Admissions Test (MAT) is a standardized test used by the University of Oxford as part of the admissions process for students applying to study mathematics, computer science, or related courses such as joint degrees (e.g., Mathematics and Philosophy). 

The MAT is also used by other universities like Imperial College London, University of Warwick and University of Cambridge for certain programs. However, do note that these universities also have different admission tests such as STEP and TMUA. 

How to Apply and Information for MAT 

Like all Oxford admissions tests in 2024, the MAT will be online, delivered in partnership with Pearson VUE via its established network of test centres. 

1. In 2024 there will be no charge for candidates to register for the MAT.
   
   
2. Candidates will be able to register themselves free of charge with Pearson VUE between 15 August and 4 October. For registration, please see www.ox.ac.uk/tests.

How to Prepare for the MAT 

The MAT syllabus is based on the first year of A level Maths, and a few topics from the fourth term of A level Math. No calculators, formula sheets, or dictionaries are permitted during the test. 

Topics from the H2 Math Syllabus are as follows:  

Functions and Graphs

–    Topic 1.1—Functions  

–    Topic 1.2—Graphs and Transformations

–    Topic 1.3—Equations and inequalities

Sequences and Series

–    Topic 2.1—Sequences and Series 

Vectors

–    Topic 3.1—Basic properties of vectors in two and three dimensions

–    Topic 3.2— Scalar and vector products in vectors

–    Topic 3.3 — Three Dimension Vector Geometry

Introduction to Complex numbers

–    Topic 4.1—Complex numbers expressed in cartesian form

–    Topic 4.2—Complex numbers expressed in polar form

Calculus

Topic 5.1—Differentiation

Topic 5.2— Maclaurin series

Topic 5.3—Integration techniques

Topic 5.4 — Definite integrals

Topic 5.5 — Differential equations

Probability and Statistics

–    Topic 6.1—Probability  

–    Topic 6.2—Discrete random variables

–    Topic 6.3—Normal distribution

–    Topic 6.4- Sampling

–    Topic 6.5- Hypothesis Testing

–    Topic 6.6- Correlation and Linear Regression

What is the MAT exam format? 

The MAT consists of 27 questions. 25 are multiple-choice questions of a similar style to multiple-choice MAT questions from previous years. 2 are long form questions that require a typed response. (Candidates are not not expected to type responses beyond a standard keyboard (alphanumeric characters, + – =, and similar). 

Find the Past Year Papers here: https://www.maths.ox.ac.uk/study-here/undergraduate-study/maths-admissions-test.