About the Testing Centre
The Testing Centre administers a range of internationally recognised examinations, including IELTS and Pearson VUE assessments. In addition, we provide proctoring services for external institutions based outside Qatar and oversee the administration of internal placement tests.
Placement Test Requirements
Placement Testing is a required part of the application process.
Applicants who meet specific eligibility criteria may qualify for an exemption.
Bachelor’s and Diploma Programs
- Internationally recognised test scores that meet the admissions requirements e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, ACT.
- UDST placement test scores from the past two years that meet admissions requirements.
Master’s Program
- Internationally recognised English language test scores that meet the admissions requirements e.g. IELTS, TOEFL.
- UDST English placement test scores from the past two years that meet admissions requirements.
- A math placement test is not required for graduate programs.
Academic English Placement (AEP)
Test Description
It is an online 73-minute adaptive test designed to assess an applicant's English language ability.
There are two sections in the test: Use of English and Listening, with separate scores for each.
The Use of English section includes grammar and reading. There are multiple choice questions and fill-in-the-blanks.
The Listening section only has multiple choice questions.
Additional Resources
To learn more about the format of the test and for the test demo, click here.
Results
The test results are used to place applicants in classes at UDST. Applicants requiring additional language support depending on availability may be eligible to take English language classes at UDST to ensure future success in their program of study.
Applicants who wish to attempt the AEP again may do so after thirty (30) days.
Academic Math Placement 1 (AMP 1)
Test Description
It is an online two-hour test designed to assess an applicant's mathematical ability.
AMP 1 consists of 60 multiple-choice questions.
The Testing Centre provides all test materials including a calculator (Casio fx- 991ES PLUS), formula sheet, and writing materials.
Additional Resources
For the study guide for the Academic Math Placement click here.
The internet is also a great source of practice problems.
Results
The test results are used to place applicants in classes at UDST. Applicants requiring additional mathematical support depending on availability may be eligible to take math classes at UDST to ensure future success in their program of study.
Applicants who wish to attempt the AMP 1 again may do so after thirty (30) days.
Academic Math Placement 2 (AMP 2)
Test Description
This is an online two-hour test, designed to assess an applicant's advanced mathematical ability in areas of advanced algebra and functions, analytical trigonometry, and other precalculus topics. Those who score a high pass on AMP 1 are eligible to write AMP2.
AMP2 consists of 60 multiple-choice questions.
For those who are eligible, applicants will receive an invitation email with instructions to book and pay.
The AMP2 test is only conducted in person and can only be written once per term.
The AMP2 test is optional and will not impact any admissions decisions.
There is a non-refundable QAR 300 fee for this test, when test dates are available.
The UDST Testing Centre provides all test materials including a calculator (Casio fx- 991ES PLUS) and writing materials. A formula sheet is neither required nor permitted during AMP2.
Additional Resources
For a list of recommended books and test topics, click here.
Results
Those who achieve the required scores in AMP2 may be exempt from taking additional university courses.
Frequently Asked Questions:
During the application process, applicants must book placement test(s) before paying the application fees, validating, and submitting the application. Applicants will have multiple options for test dates and times to choose from.
Applicants must bring their original passport or national ID card. No photocopies will be accepted. Without proper ID, candidates will not be permitted to write the test.
All test materials, including calculators will be provided No personal items are allowed in the test room.
Applicants must be at the UDST Testing Centre thirty (30) minutes before the scheduled test time.
Test results will be emailed within five (5) business days, and will be available on the Booktest website.
Yes, applicants can retake the AEP and/or AMP1 but must wait thirty (30) days before rescheduling.
A 300 QAR test fee will apply.
Applicants requiring accessibility accommodations can submit their request along with valid documentation at the time of application.
Following consultation with our Accessibility Team, appropriate accommodations will be provided to eligible applicants.
Amenities include:
- Friendly and knowledgeable registration staff
- Male and female waiting room
- Classrooms and labs that meet international testing standards
- Private oral testing rooms
- Modern testing software