The admissions test selected by the Irish Medical Schools is called HPAT - Ireland (Health Professions Admission Test-Ireland). The test measures a candidate’s logical reasoning and problem solving skills as well as non-verbal reasoning and the ability to understand the thoughts, behaviour and/or intentions of people.
It is designed to complement academic achievement, by providing assessment of skills in the areas of reasoning understanding and working with people, HPAT - Ireland has a strong focus on general skills and personal abilities. These skills have been identified as important for a competent health professional. It does not test academic knowledge and candidates do not require special understanding of any academic discipline.
This test is independently administered by ACER (Australian Council for Educational Research). ACER has an excellent international reputation and a track record in the development, management and research of selection tests for undergraduate medical and health related programmes.
HPAT - Ireland results were released on 30 April 2012.
Admission Tickets were sent out by email on 10 February 2012. If you have not received your Admission Ticket, please email the HPAT - Ireland office.
Please note that the Sligo test centre is now full. Places are still available in Dublin, Cork, Waterford and Galway.
