UCL
UCL ESAT Requirements 2027
UCL currently uses ESAT for Electronic and Electrical Engineering: Mathematics 1 plus any two of Physics, Mathematics 2, Chemistry and Biology. October or January can be allowed, but if Cambridge or Oxford is also on your list, plan for October.
Last checked against UAT-UK: . Always confirm details on the official UAT-UK website before booking.
Required ESAT modules
| Course | ESAT modules | Normal 2027 sitting |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic & Electrical Engineering | Maths 1 + any 2 of Physics, Maths 2, Chemistry, Biology | October or January where permitted |
Check the course page
UCL's test list can change. Confirm Electronic and Electrical Engineering, and any other course you are considering, on UCL's official tests page before you book.
How this compares with Imperial and Cambridge
Imperial Electrical and Electronic Engineering uses Maths 1, Maths 2 and Physics, with no choice on the third module. UCL lets you choose two modules after Maths 1. Cambridge Engineering fixes Maths 1, Maths 2 and Physics and needs the October sitting.
Compare Imperial requirements, Cambridge Engineering and the university hub.
Frequently asked questions
Which UCL courses require ESAT?
UCL currently lists ESAT for Electronic and Electrical Engineering. Confirm the course page before you book, because UCL can add or change tests.
Which ESAT modules does UCL EEE require?
Mathematics 1, plus any two of Physics, Mathematics 2, Chemistry and Biology.
Can UCL applicants sit ESAT in January?
UCL can permit October or January where the course allows it. If you are also applying to Cambridge or Oxford, those universities normally need the October sitting.
Pick the two optional modules you already study
Maths 1 is fixed. The other two should match your A levels or equivalent. Then practise those papers rather than every ESAT subject.
Related guides
ESAT university requirements
Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial and UCL modules, sittings and published data for 2027.
Imperial ESAT requirements
Course-by-course modules and Imperial's historical 2025 score dashboard.
Cambridge ESAT requirements
Courses, modules, sitting rules and published 2027 entry requirements.
Oxford ESAT requirements
Engineering, Physics, Physics and Philosophy, and Biomedical Sciences.
ESAT Maths 1
Topics, timing and the fast methods the compulsory module rewards.
ESAT Maths 2
Algebra, functions, trigonometry, logs and calculus-style reasoning.
ESAT Physics
Formula choice, units, graphs and proportional reasoning.
ESAT test dates
October 2026 and January 2027 sittings, deadlines and results dates.
Sources
ESATCAMP is an independent preparation resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by UAT-UK, Pearson VUE or any university.