Careers advice for students taking psychometric tests on graduate job applications or at assessment centres: covers aptitude, ability and personality tests.

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Psychometric tests

Psychometric tests explained

More and more graduate employers use psychometric tests as part of their recruitment selection process, so you need to know what they are about. Start with our quick guide.

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Typical tests used by graduate employers

Verbal and numerical reasoning, logical thinking, accuracy and speed, personality, motivation… employers choose the types of test that are best suited to the job roles and style of their organisation.

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Preparing for psychometric tests

Practice is the answer for graduate psychometric test success. Find top tips on how to prepare and free online tests here.

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Test day checklist: practical tips

Be on top form when you take psychometric tests for graduate jobs. Use our handy checklist to make sure you've got everything covered on the day... and before.

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