Who should attempt the Mathematics Proficiency Test (MPT)
Students who are desirous of reading for ECON 1003 but do not have a pass in GCE Additional Mathematics, GCE Advanced Level Mathematics or CAPE Mathematics. Persons who are successful in the MPT will qualify to register for ECON 1003, those who are not, will be required to read and pass ECON 0001 before qualifying to read ECON 1003. You only have one (1) attempt at the MPT.
MPT PASS LIST AUGUST 2026 SITTING:
Next sitting
Date: Thursday 27th August, 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Venue: MD3 (Main Drawing Office, located on the 3rd floor of Block 2 in the Faculty of Engineering)
Registration and payment methods
1. Candidates must register ONLINE using this link: https://uwi.jotform.com/212205219782048. Please ensure you have an electronic (PDF) copy of your proof of payment to upload.
2. Candidates must register by Wednesday 26th August, 2026 at 12:00 noon.
3. Candidates are required to pay an examination fee of TT$200.00 using either of the following payment methods:
a. At any Republic Bank branch at Account # 160 284 614 001 stating the MPT; OR
b. Via credit card at https://secure.touchnet.net/C24203_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=84&SINGLESTORE=true
Candidates are reminded to submit scanned bank receipts with their student ID # written on the receipts or stated in the email to – FSS-DeptEcon@sta.uwi.edu
Preparing for the examination
The MPT is a multiple-choice examination and students are advised to review the course outline for ECON 0001 – Mathematics for Social Sciences for topics / areas to be covered in the examination.