TARA: Test of Academic Reasoning for Admissions
Who needs to take it?
The TARA is required for entry to a variety of courses at UCL.
Specifically:
University College London (UCL)
Computer Science
Mathematical Computation
Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
Management Science
European Social and Political Studies (inc. Dual Degrees)
International Social and Political Studies
Social Sciences
Social Sciences with Data Science
Sociology
Key dates
TBC: Registration opens
15 & 16 October 2025: Test sitting 1
12 & 13 January 2025: Test sitting 2
Format
It will be run by University Admissions Tests (UAT-UK), and is expected to be delivered in Pearson VUE test centres in the UK and worldwide.
The format is yet to be announced, but we know that it is a non-subject-specific test designed to assess essential skills required for undergraduate study.
Results
To be confirmed.
Cost
To be confirmed, but expect this to be similar to the ESAT and TMUA (which in 2024 was £75 if taken in the UK and Republic of Ireland, or £130 if taken elsewhere).
Expect bursaries for UK students in financial need.
Preparation
Preparation materials are not yet available.
Further information
Further information about the TARA will be available soon at:
