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    UK UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE ยท PHYSICS

    PAT Prep โ€” Oxford Physics Aptitude Test

    Ace the test that stands between you and an Oxford Physics interview.

    UK University EntranceOxford Admissions
    Mentoring
    1-to-1
    First session
    Free trial session
    Duration
    2 hours
    Scope
    A-Level Physics + Maths, greater depth

    1-on-1 personalised classes with a verified expert mentor โ€” first session free.

    Free resources
    Free Trial Session

    Your first session is free

    A real 1-to-1 teaching session to map your level and plan for PAT.

    1-to-1 Classes

    Starting from

    $18/hour
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    Course overview

    What Is PAT?

    The Physics Aptitude Test (PAT) is administered by the University of Oxford for applicants to Physics, Engineering Science, Materials Science, and Earth Sciences. It tests physics and mathematics beyond A-Level in an integrated, problem-solving format. The PAT is now computer-based (from 2023).

    Who is it for?
    Year 13 students applying to Oxford for Physics, Engineering Science, Materials Science, or Earth Sciences. Should be studying A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
    How is it taught?
    Live 1-to-1 online classes with a verified Physics mentor. Your first session is a free trial that maps your level, then classes follow a personal plan. From $18/hour.

    Duration

    2 hours

    Format

    ~30 questions (MCQ + short answer)

    Scope

    A-Level Physics + Maths, greater depth

    Administered

    October each year

    What You'll Cover

    Mathematics: Algebra (quadratics, polynomials, inequalities, functions)
    Mathematics: Trigonometry (identities, equations, geometric applications)
    Mathematics: Calculus (differentiation, integration, ODEs)
    Mathematics: Coordinate Geometry, Exponentials & Logarithms
    Mathematics: Sequences & Series
    Physics: Mechanics (kinematics, Newton's Laws, energy, momentum)
    Physics: Waves & Optics
    Physics: Electricity & Magnetism
    Physics: Natural World (astrophysics, Earth physics)
    Physics: Modern Physics (atomic physics, radioactivity)
    Mathematical physics problems (combining topics)

    How PAT mentoring works

    1. Step 1

      Free trial & level check

      Your first 1-to-1 session is free. A Physics mentor works through PAT problems with you to find exactly where marks are being lost.

    2. Step 2

      Your personal plan

      We write a plan around those gaps, starting with Algebra & Calculus, Trigonometry & Geometry, Mechanics, paced to your exam date.

    3. Step 3

      Live 1-to-1 classes

      Weekly online sessions with the same matched mentor, with practice set between lessons and every mistake reviewed.

    4. Step 4

      Progress updates

      Parents get regular updates on accuracy, pace and readiness. If the mentor fit isn't right, we rematch at no cost.

    Your Outcomes

    What You'll Achieve

    Real, measurable outcomes mapped to your goals โ€” not vague promises.

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    Beyond A-Level Problem-Solving

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    Mathematical Physics Mastery

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    Oxford Admissions Success

    Exam Structure

    Exam Format.

    DetailValue
    Duration2 hours
    Format~30 questions (MCQ + short answer)
    ScopeA-Level Physics + Maths at greater depth
    CalculatorNot allowed
    Required forOxford Physics, Engineering, Materials, Earth Sciences
    Full Curriculum

    What We Cover.

    Complete topic coverage aligned with the official exam syllabus.

    Your Mentors

    PAT Mentors.

    Vinit Tyagi โ€” One Mentor Academy mentor

    Vinit Tyagi

    M.Sc. Physics, IIT Madras (2022)

    Physics
    Available
    Deepak Tyagi  โ€” One Mentor Academy mentor

    Deepak Tyagi

    MSc ( Physics) , Dr. A.PJ. Abdul Kalam University (2022)

    Physics
    Available
    Khushboo  โ€” One Mentor Academy mentor

    Khushboo

    M.Sc., J c. Bose university of science & technology (2023)

    PhysicsMathematics
    Available
    Rukshar Amran โ€” One Mentor Academy mentor

    Rukshar Amran

    B.Sc. Physics , Ravenshaw University (2013)

    MathematicsPhysicsChemistry
    Available
    Mubeen Amin โ€” One Mentor Academy mentor

    Mubeen Amin

    MSc Automotive Engineering, RWTH Aachen, Germany (2028) | BSc Mechanical Engineering, Bilkent University, Turkey (2026)

    PhysicsMathematicsChemistry
    Available
    ISHA NANDWANI โ€” One Mentor Academy mentor

    ISHA NANDWANI

    MSc Physics, Punjab University (2019)

    Physics
    Available
    Session Pricing

    Choose Your Plan.

    The first 30-minute consultation is free. Package rates start from the session price below.

    Starter

    Perfect for trying us out

    $18/session
    1-on-1 expert tutoring
    Personalized lesson plan
    Session recording included
    Most Popular

    Growth

    8 sessions / month

    $18/session from
    Everything in Starter
    Priority scheduling
    Weekly progress reports
    WhatsApp support group

    Elite

    16 sessions / month

    $18/session from
    Everything in Growth
    Dedicated mentor
    Mock exam practice
    Parent progress calls
    The 1-to-1 Edge

    Why 1-to-1 Tutoring Works.

    Personalized mentoring that outperforms crowded classrooms.

    100% Personalized Attention

    Every session built around your strengths and gaps โ€” never generic.

    Conceptual Mastery

    We teach the why behind every formula so it sticks for the exam and beyond.

    Interactive Problem Solving

    Live whiteboard work, real-time feedback, no passive lectures.

    Progress Monitoring

    Weekly diagnostics and topic-level scorecards keep you on track.

    Flexible Scheduling

    Sessions that fit around school, sport, and time zones.

    Parent Communication

    Monthly progress calls so families stay in the loop.

    Accelerated Learning

    Cover the same material 2โ€“3ร— faster than a classroom of 30.

    Why Us

    Why One Mentor Academy.

    Instructors who have tutored students to Oxford physics admissions
    Full PAT past paper bank (2006โ€“present) with model solutions
    PAT-style question generation for extra practice
    Post-PAT interview preparation also available
    FAQs

    Frequently Asked Questions.

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