Yes, before registering for the HPAT®-Ireland exam, all must first get their CAO number. This number is required to successfully complete your HPAT®-Ireland exam registration. To get a CAO number, you need to apply online at www.cao.ie

The required HPAT®-Ireland exam score or percentile range for HPAT candidates applying to UL is based very much on supply versus demand for places. In fact, it varies from year to year as applicants are judged relative to each other. To take an example, the required percentile score for entry into the MSc Occupational Therapy in September 2020 was around the 50th centile.

We would advise that you contact UL directly for clarification with regard to the HPAT points required for the course you are interested in to ensure you are working with the most accurate and up to date information. This will allow you to adjust your study plan and goals accordingly.

Yes, the online resources in the HPAT Ultimate Programme also include a section for 'Written Communication' which is relevant only to candidates who have applied to the University of Limerick. The module includes information on the best approach for writing the mini essays, organising your thoughts, structuring your writing, four sample exercises, a sample essay and six sample questions.

The results are usually released in mid-late April for UL applicants.