MTS approved as an official Oxford Test of English (OTE) centre: Opening doors to UK universities for International Students

We’re thrilled to announce that MTS has officially become an Approved Test Centre for the Oxford Test of English (OTE) - a globally recognised English language exam developed by the University of Oxford and certified by Oxford University Press.

This is more than just a new exam on our roster; it’s a strategic move that puts MTS at the forefront of international university entrance testing in the UK, with a specific focus on the Oxford Test of English (Advanced) level test.

Whether you're an international student aiming for a UK degree, or an education advisor seeking flexible, accessible testing solutions, MTS is now your trusted partner for OTE delivery in the UK.

What is the Oxford Test of English?

The Oxford Test of English is a modern, flexible English proficiency test aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). It tests Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing, and is:

1. A computer based, adaptive test, taken in a test centre

2. The OTE (Advanced) version now tests at B2 and C1 (Advanced) level, making it ideal for university admissions

3. Designed and certified by Oxford University Press

4. Trusted by 950 institutions in over 40 countries

5. Accepted by a growing number of UK universities (45 at the time of this article, and 51 as of November 2025)

6. Accepted by four of the top 20 mainstream universities in the UK with the most undergraduate international students

Why the OTE (Advanced) matters for UK university admissions

The OTE (Advanced) is increasingly accepted by UK universities as a reliable, secure proof of English proficiency for academic entry.

Over 950 organisations worldwide now recognise the Oxford Test of English, including 51 leading UK universities that accept the OTE (Advanced) as a valid entrance test for international applicants.

The OTE (Advanced) test costs £150 to sit at all of MTS’s test centres, it takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes, and the Speaking test is done at the computer. Results are available in 5 working days, and OUP offers free preparation materials on its website.

Which UK universities accept the Oxford Test of English (Advanced)?

International students can now apply to the following 51 UK universities using their OTE (Advanced) results:

England (London)

1. Brunel University London

2. City, University of London

3. Goldsmiths, University of London

4. King's College London (KCL)

5. London Performing Academy of Music

6. London South Bank University

7. SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies)

8. St Mary’s University Twickenham

9. UCL (University College London)

England (non-London)

1. University of Oxford

2. University of Bradford

3. University of Brighton

4. UWE Bristol – University of the West of England

5. University of Kent (Canterbury)

6. University of Cumbria (Carlisle)

7. University of Plymouth

8. University of Sheffield

9. University of Winchester

10. University of York

11. York St John University

12. University of Gloucestershire (Cheltenham)

13. University of Chichester

14. University of Essex (Colchester)

15. University of Hertfordshire (Hatfield)

16. University of Suffolk (Ipswich)

17. Keele University

18. Lancaster University

19. Leeds Arts University

20. Leeds Beckett University

21. Leeds Trinity University

22. University of Leeds

23. Liverpool Hope University

24. Liverpool John Moores University

25. University of Liverpool

26. International Foundation Group

27. University of East Anglia (Norwich)

28. Nottingham Trent University

29. Edge Hill University (Ormskirk)

30. EM Normandie Business School, Oxford

Scotland

1. Abertay University (Dundee)

2. Edinburgh Napier University

3. Heriot-Watt University

4. Glasgow Caledonian University

5. The Glasgow School of Art

6. Queen Margaret University

7. University of Strathclyde

8. University of Stirling

Wales

1. Bangor University

2. Cardiff University

Northern Ireland

1. Queens University, Belfast

2. Ulster University

Other Education Providers (UK-wide)

And as well as the above UK universities, these UK-wide Education Providers accept OTE (Advanced) for access to some of their courses (unless the course is below undergraduate level then a student at these Education Providers requiring a Study Visa can only take a SELT test):

1. NCC Education

2. NCUK

3. Study Group UK

4. International Foundation Group

Why choose MTS as your OTE testing partner?

With over 11 years of experience delivering high-stakes exams across the UK, MTS is proud to now offer the Oxford Test of English (Advanced) at our London and Glasgow test centres, with more cities to follow soon. Here’s what sets us apart:

1. Ideal for international students applying from inside or outside the UK

2. Friendly, well-trained staff who understand exam-day nerves

3. Regular dates and easy online booking

4. Comfortable, secure testing environments

Michal Mazanek, CEO of MTS says: “We’re delighted to offer the OTE (Advanced) as part of our growing portfolio of exams for international education. It aligns perfectly with our mission: to help test takers access life-changing education opportunities with clarity, fairness, and flexibility.”

Book your OTE (Advanced) test with MTS today

Whether you’re preparing to apply for a university place in the UK or advising students on their English language options, the Oxford Test of English (Advanced) with MTS could be the smart, recognised, and trusted way forward.

Our first test date for London test centre is Friday 8 August 2025 and our first date for our Glasgow test centre is Saturday 16 August 2025. Visit mtsglobal.uk.com/ote to book, or email us at ote@mtsglobal.uk.com or call us on 020 3827 0600 for any questions.