Psychometric tests are carefully designed and validated tests aimed to scientifically assess abilities and attributes. They are usually taken under time exam conditions, either in person or online. Graduate psychometric tests are used by employers to assess whether candidates have the necessary levels of ability for the job and to gather information about their skills and sometimes personal attributes.
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This booklet is a great introduction into Psychometric Tests, why employers use them and how they are used as part of the graduate recruitment process.
Other resources which explain how employers use tests, or provide examples and practice tests.
How to... Pass a psychometric test
Will you be completing a psychometric test soon or want to learn more about them? Learn about the variety of psychometric tests used by employers, and gain tips on how you can best prepare to be successful.
Find out more about the tests below on the Bright Network
Aptitude tests:
Personality questionnaires:
Situational Judgement tests:
Games based assessment aka Gamification:
Assessment Day - Includes guides, practice tests and videos on different tests used by employers in the recruitment process
Prospects - Advice on taking psychometric tests and includes some questions to try
targetjobs - Advice on taking tests, how to prepare and improve test scores
Assessment centres - Visit out page on assessment centres
PwC Employability Hub - Practical resources to support you with: online tests, assessment centres and interviews
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