(ACT Scaling Test)AST Test Prep
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The ACT Scaling Test, or AST, is a standardised test developed by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER).It supports fair comparison of Tertiary (T) Course scores across ACT colleges. The test evaluates academic reasoning and problem-solving abilities essential for university study. The test is designed to assess reasoning, critical thinking, and academic potential - not just memorised knowledge. Selected students join academically enriched classrooms that offer advanced learning, challenging curriculum, and peer interaction with similarly gifted individuals.
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All Year 12 students aiming for university entrance are required to sit the AST. Even if your plans are undecided, it is advisable to sit the test to receive a University Admission Index (UAI), which may benefit you later.Students with medical needs are supported through special arrangements but are still expected to complete the test. Those identified as from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background will take an abridged version, with results still contributing to scaling.
| Component | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Paper | 2.5 hours | Contains 80 questions grouped into stimulus-based units. Draws from various disciplines such as humanities, sciences, and mathematics. Designed to be accessible to all senior secondary students. |
| Short Response Paper | 1.5 hours | Includes 15–20 questions focusing on analysis and logical reasoning. Students are required to provide interpretations and justify their viewpoints. |
| Writing Task | 2.5 hours | Requires students to write a well-structured argumentative essay (approximately 600 words) based on provided stimulus material. |
| Section | Questions | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 75 | 45 minutes | Tests grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and rhetorical skills. |
| Mathematics | 60 | 60 minutes | Covers algebra, geometry, and basic trigonometry up to Grade 11 level. |
| Reading | 40 | 35 minutes | Measures comprehension across fiction, humanities, and social science texts. |
| Science | 40 | 35 minutes | Evaluates data interpretation, scientific analysis, and reasoning. |
| Writing (Optional) | 1 Essay | 40 minutes | Argumentative essay based on a prompt to assess writing and logic. |
The total test time, including the optional writing section, is approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes.
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