ITB-Technology
Test for programmes in engineering, technology, computer science and mathematics.
Select the right students for technology, engineering and mathematics
ITB-Technology is a psychometric subject-specific test for assessing aptitude to study in the field of engineering, technology, computer science and mathematics. ITB-Technology consists of four modules, each comprising 15 exercises, which have proven successful in predicting academic success.
- Mathematics skills
- Figural Problems
- Formalizing scientific interrelationships
- Graphs and Tables
Duration: 2 hours, 60 exercises
Test languages: English and German
Implementation: Online on campus, online-proctored at home or paper-based on campus.
Why do organisations use ITB-Technology?
- It helps to identify the best applicants and compensates for differences in high school grades. It can increase diversity and gives a fair chance to every applicant.
- It can be done online or offline, at campus or at home and is therefore a flexible tool for testing all applicants worldwide.
- ITB-Technology was developed and evaluated according to the international scientific standards of psychological assessment. All modules have proven good reliability and validity in empirical studies.
- The test is guided by the EU's data protection standards, which are among the strictest in the world.
- ITB-Technology enables universities to make their admission process simple, straightforward and efficient.
Proven test modules for the prediction of study success
Mathematics skills
measures school knowledge in mathematics: zeros, sine and cosine, vectors, limits, rules of derivation, integral calculus and growth and decay.
Figural problems
consists of matrices that test reasoning in the figurative domain and general cognitive skills.
Formalizing scientific interrelationships
measures the competency to understand technical and scientific interrelationships with mathematical formulas.
Graphs and tables
measures competence in understanding illustrations and diagrams on various topics in the field of study, critical thinking, quantitative abilities and data literacy.
For more information regarding test development, implementation and evaluation, download the procedural notes:
Test Dates 2025
| Test Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration Period |
|---|---|---|
| 22.02.2025 | 24.01.2025, 12:00 noon | 06.02.2025 |
| 26.04.2025 | 27.03.2025, 12:00 noon | 10.04.2025 |
| 24.05.2025 | 24.04.2025, 12:00 noon | 08.05.2025 |
| 29.11.2025 | 30.10.2025, 12:00 noon | 13.11.2025 |
Only test appointments with free places are displayed in the registration portal. Your results will be available for download in your user account no later than ten days after the test!
Please also note the information on not permitted objects or behaviour during the test
Although the test can hardly be trained, some preparation is helpful. Please find further information on how to prepare for the test here.