What is the OOPT?

The OOPT (Oxford Online Placement Test) is an online English proficiency placement test designed by Oxford University.

• Test Format: It is a computer-adaptive test, meaning the system automatically adjusts the difficulty of subsequent questions based on your performance.
• Test Content: The test consists of 45 questions, divided into two sections: Reading (approximately 30 questions) and Listening (approximately 15 questions).
• Test Duration: The entire test takes approximately 77 minutes.
• Scoring: The maximum score is 120. Your score is displayed immediately upon completion and corresponds to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) levels.

Why Should You Take the OOPT?

For new students, this is an opportunity not to be missed. There are three major benefits to taking the OOPT:

• Completely Free, Saving Your Money
  • Each new student has only this one free opportunity to take the test upon admission.
  • No registration fee is required. In comparison, external English proficiency tests can cost anywhere from several hundred to several thousand NT dollars (e.g., TOEIC $1700, IELTS $7500).
• Held On-Campus, Saving Your Time
  • The test is administered in the computer labs of the Computer and Network Center on the Cheng-Kung Campus.
  • The test is only 77 minutes long. You can choose a suitable session from the time slots arranged by the university before the semester begins.
• Instant Scoring, Helping You Understand Your Proficiency
  • You will receive your score immediately after finishing the test, with no need to wait for a score report to be mailed.
  • The score instantly corresponds to CEFR levels, helping you quickly grasp your English proficiency.

Uses of OOPT Scores

Your OOPT score will be used as the basis for the following important matters:

• Placement into English Modules
  • 0 - 60 points: Placed into Module One.
  • 61 - 89 points: Placed into Module Two.
  • 90 - 120 points: Placed into Module Three.
• Credit Waiver for English Courses
  • 90 points or above: Eligible for a 2-credit waiver.
  • 110 points or above: Eligible for a 4-credit waiver.
• Fulfilling the English Proficiency Graduation Requirement
  • Please refer to the specific regulations of your department for detailed policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Why is it mandatory to take the English proficiency placement test?

A1: Our university's College English courses are taught in leveled modules. Students must obtain a test score to be placed into the appropriate module to enroll in English courses successfully.

Q2: What if I miss this opportunity to take the OOPT?

A2: You will have to register for an external English proficiency test at your own expense. After receiving your score, you must register your module placement at the Foreign Language Center before you can enroll in an English course the following semester. Please note that the OOPT is offered to first-year students only once upon admission; no make-up tests are available.

Q3: Who is not required to take the OOPT?

A3: Students who meet any of the following conditions are not required to take the test:

• Those who already possess an English proficiency certificate that qualifies for a 4-credit English course waiver.
• Students of the Department of Foreign Languages and Literature.
• Returning students, exchange students, or transfer students.
• Those who already possess any English proficiency certificate with a corresponding CEFR level (e.g., TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS).

Q4: Is it true that the courses in Module One are the easiest?

A4: This is false information! Although Module One courses are designed for a foundational level, instructors supplement them with a significant amount of practice and assignments. The time and effort students need to invest are by no means less than that required for Module Two or Module Three.

Registration Information

• Eligibility: First-year undergraduate students.
• Test Location: Computer labs at the Computer and Network Center, Cheng-Kung Campus.
• Registration and Test Dates: For detailed information, please refer to the latest announcements from the Foreign Language Center.