MSAT: Medical Selection Admissions Test (Ulster)
Who needs to take it?
The MSAT is required for entry to a number of allied health professional courses at Ulster University. In particular:
Ulster University
Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging
Occupational Therapy
Physiotherapy
Podiatry
Radiotherapy and Oncology
Speech and Language Therapy
Key dates
Dates are not yet available for 2026 entry.
Entry 2026 tests
November 2025: Registration opens
4 February 2026: Registration closes
24 February 2026: Admissions tickets released (with arrival times)
7-15 March 2026: Test date
May 2026: Results released
Format
The test is run by ACER, the Australian Council for Educational research.
The test is run at the Belfast and Derry/Londonderry campuses of Ulster University.
The test is multiple choice and lasts 2 hours and 40 minutes.
It assesses three key areas:
Critical reasoning
Quantitative reasoning
Interpersonal understanding
Results
Results will be available in May, and will be sent to candidates and to Ulster University.
Cost
The cost £87 for 2026 entry.
Preparation
ACER provides some limited guidance and one set of sample questions for the MSAT, included in the registration fee.
You can buy an additional set of sample questions from the ACER.
Further information
You can find out everything you need to know about the MSAT at:
