The Health Professions Admission Test – Ireland (HPAT – Ireland) is an admissions test used to assist with the selection of students into medicine and health professions degree programs. The test measures a candidate’s logical reasoning and problem solving skills as well as nonverbal reasoning and the ability to understand the thoughts, behaviour and/or intentions of people.
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Updated advice on 2021 medical admissions
If you intend to compete for a place in Medicine (Undergraduate Entry) for entry in 2021, you will be required to undertake the 2021 HPAT – Ireland exam and submit an application to the Central Applications Office (CAO) in the usual manner.
If you presented a 2020 HPAT – Ireland exam in a 2020 application and are taking up a deferred place in Medicine (Undergraduate Entry) for entry in 2021, you will not be required to undertake the 2021 HPAT – Ireland exam.
Candidates that require a CAO Number (non UL applicants)
This is a reminder to please check that the CAO number you have provided in your HPAT-Ireland registration is correct. Please log in to your registration by Thursday 2 April 2020 to ensure your records are up to date.
The HPAT - Ireland Information Booklet 2020 is now available.
