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Oxford Mathematics Degrees: TMUA Requirements and Preparation
Applicants to the University of Oxford's undergraduate mathematics degrees for 2027 entry must sit the TMUA, the admissions test run by UAT-UK and delivered by Pearson VUE. This page covers both Oxford entry routes, Mathematics / Mathematics and Statistics (UCAS code G100) and Mathematics and Philosophy (UCAS code GV15), which share an identical policy: the TMUA is compulsory and only the October sitting counts. Everything below follows the wording published on Oxford's mathematics department website (maths.ox.ac.uk), with key dates for candidates in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau, and a practical preparation route.
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Oxford Maths TMUA at a Glance
- Required for Oxford Maths (G100 / GV15)?
- Compulsory for 2027 entry
- Which sitting counts
- October sitting only (12 to 16 October 2026)
- Test dates in mainland China, HK, Macau
- Fixed dates: 15 or 16 October 2026
- Registration and booking (UAT-UK / Pearson VUE)
- Registration opens 1 June 2026; booking window 20 July to 28 September 2026
- Score threshold published by Oxford
- None; the result is considered with the rest of the UCAS application to decide interview shortlisting
The wording that the test is compulsory, that only the October sitting counts, the 12-16 October 2026 dates, and the statement that no score threshold is published and the result decides interview shortlisting all come from Oxford's mathematics department website (maths.ox.ac.uk) for the 2027 entry cycle; registration and booking are handled through UAT-UK / Pearson VUE.
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Oxford's official requirements
Oxford's mathematics department is unambiguous for the 2027 entry cycle: the TMUA is compulsory, and only the October sitting is accepted. The department's website (maths.ox.ac.uk, 2027 entry cycle) states: "Candidates must register for the TMUA, and take the test in the October sitting, which this year is 12-16 October 2026". No score threshold appears in the official wording: the result is considered together with the rest of your UCAS application to decide shortlisting for interview.
| Mathematics / Mathematics and Statistics | Mathematics and Philosophy | |
|---|---|---|
| UCAS code | G100 | GV15 |
| TMUA requirement | Compulsory | Compulsory |
| Accepted sitting | October sitting only | October sitting only |
| How the score is used | Considered with the rest of the UCAS application to decide interview shortlisting | Identical policy to G100 |
As published by Oxford's mathematics department (maths.ox.ac.uk, 2027 entry cycle); the two entry routes share an identical policy.
Paper 1
20 multiple-choice questions / 75 minutes
Tests applications of mathematical knowledge
Paper 2
20 multiple-choice questions / 75 minutes
Tests mathematical reasoning and logic
Total time
150 minutes
Both papers combined
Score scale
1.0 to 9.0
Run and delivered by
Run by UAT-UK, delivered by Pearson VUE
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Key dates and registration
The single most important constraint for these courses is that Oxford only accepts the October sitting: a January 2027 result cannot be used for an Oxford application. Here are the key dates for the 2027 entry cycle.
2026Timeline
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Oct 26
TMUA registration opens1 Jun 2026
TMUA registration opens
1 Jun 2026
TMUA registration opens on 1 June 2026; registration and booking are handled through UAT-UK / Pearson VUE.
Booking window20 Jul to 28 Sep 2026
Booking window
20 Jul to 28 Sep 2026
For the 2027 entry cycle the booking window runs from 20 July to 28 September 2026.
Booking deadline28 Sep 2026
Booking deadline
28 Sep 2026
Missing the 28 September 2026 booking deadline effectively means missing this cycle's Oxford mathematics application.
October sitting12 to 16 Oct 2026
October sitting
12 to 16 Oct 2026
The October sitting runs from 12 to 16 October 2026, and it is the only sitting Oxford's mathematics degrees (G100 / GV15) accept.
Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau15 or 16 Oct 2026
Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau
15 or 16 Oct 2026
Candidates in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau sit on fixed dates: 15 or 16 October 2026.
Hard deadline Event WindowRegistration and booking are handled through UAT-UK / Pearson VUE; a January 2027 result cannot be used for an application to Oxford's mathematics degrees (G100 / GV15).
Our advice: book as soon as registration opens and keep the summer clear for preparation. Oxford offers no January fallback, and once the 28 September booking deadline passes, this cycle's Oxford mathematics application cannot be recovered.
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Preparing with FrontierVue
FrontierVue's TMUA question bank covers 18 past paper sets (2015 to 2023, including the official specimen papers) and 10 mock sets, 971 questions in total, each with a detailed worked explanation and a Chinese translation; the two most recent past papers are free to try. Start timed practice from the TMUA practice hub, or get an overview on the exam details page. Below is the practical preparation route this page suggests.
02Step 2
Build a paper-by-paper strategy
Use the Paper 1 guide and the Paper 2 guide to build a strategy for each paper.
03Step 3
Targeted work on Paper 2 proof and logic
For Paper 2's proof and reasoning questions, work through the logic and proof guide.
04Step 4
Pace the final stretch
In the final stretch, use the revision plan and the time management guide to pace yourself.
05Step 5
One last pass before test day
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Oxford-specific points to watch
The TMUA decides interview shortlisting: the official wording is that the result is considered with the rest of the UCAS application to decide who is shortlisted for interview. Oxford publishes no score threshold, so treat any rumoured cut-off with caution.
One shot per cycle
Oxford only accepts the October sitting, so there is no January fallback; make sure you book before the 28 September 2026 deadline.
G100 and GV15 share identical requirements
Whether you apply for Mathematics, Mathematics and Statistics (G100) or Mathematics and Philosophy (GV15), the sitting and score policy are the same, so preparation carries over completely.
Mock early, under timed conditions (our advice)
With the test in mid-October, the summer is your main preparation window, and timed past-paper practice exposes weaknesses in Paper 2 reasoning and proof questions early.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What TMUA score do I need for Oxford Mathematics (G100)?
Oxford publishes no TMUA cut-off for G100. The official wording (maths.ox.ac.uk, 2027 entry) is that your result is considered alongside the rest of your UCAS application to decide shortlisting for interview. TMUA results sit on a 1.0 to 9.0 scale, so the practical goal is simply to score as high as you can in the October sitting.
Can I take the January 2027 TMUA sitting for Oxford Maths?
No. Oxford's mathematics department requires the October sitting (12-16 October 2026), and a January result cannot be used for an Oxford application. Candidates in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau sit on fixed dates: 15 or 16 October 2026.
Does Oxford Mathematics and Philosophy (GV15) require the TMUA too?
Yes. GV15 follows exactly the same policy as G100: the TMUA is compulsory, only the October sitting is accepted, and the result is used with the rest of the UCAS application to decide interview shortlisting.
How do I register for the TMUA, and what is the deadline for Oxford applicants?
Registration is handled through UAT-UK / Pearson VUE. For the 2027 entry cycle, registration opens on 1 June 2026 and the booking window runs from 20 July to 28 September 2026. Oxford applicants must book the October sitting before 28 September.
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