OMPT-D deep dive

OMPT-D — format, topics & how to prepare.

The most maths-intensive OMPT. Just 21 questions in 180 minutes — but each one is long, open-ended and multi-step. The full calculus track, built around Dutch Wiskunde B. Here's the format, what it covers, the pass marks, and how to train.

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The format, at a glance.

21
long open-ended questions
180min
total duration · ~8–9 min each
242
syllabus topics
~120h
recommended prep
0
of your own calculator
≤8d
to get your result
Fewer questions, but each is long & multi-step Open math entry, checked by a CAS Live human proctoring (ProctorU), from home Available in English and Dutch

What it covers.

The full calculus track. No statistics section — this is the advanced, Wiskunde B variant.

Algebra & functions core
Quadratics
Functions
Exponentials & logarithms
Geometry
Calculus track
Differentiation
Trigonometry
Integration
Bars show relative emphasis, not the exact split — OMPT doesn't publish a per-chapter question count. Differentiation and integration are the heart of the test.

Who takes the OMPT-D.

Advanced STEM: maths, physics, computer science, chemistry, AI and data science. Programme-to-variant mappings change yearly — always confirm which OMPT your programme currently asks for.

High confidence
Radboud University
Often listed for Mathematics, Physics & Astronomy, Computing Science, Chemistry, Molecular Life Sciences, Natural Sciences and Artificial Intelligence.
High confidence
Maastricht University
Typically required for Data Science & Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science.
Often
University of Amsterdam (UvA)
STEM and engineering tracks — Mathematics, Physics, Computing Science, AI, Chemistry — typically map to OMPT-D.
Check your programme
Amsterdam University College & others
The Science track and other advanced-maths programmes across listed universities often use OMPT-D. Verify on the programme's admission page.
Rule of thumb: if your programme is heavy on calculus — maths, physics, CS, chemistry, AI, data science — it typically asks for OMPT-D (the Wiskunde B level). But variants get reassigned every year, so check your specific programme before you book. Compare all OMPT variants →

Universities that ask for OMPT-D.

From the university pages in our directory. Mappings change yearly — always confirm on your programme's admission page.

STEM bachelors — Chemistry, Computing Science, Mathematics, Physics, AI — require OMPT-D
Data Science & AI and Computer Science map to OMPT-D
maths-, physics- and computing-oriented bachelors usually require OMPT-D
the Science track tends towards OMPT-D — inferred, not officially mapped
STEM programmes lean towards OMPT-B or OMPT-D — no single public mapping

The real exam doesn't forgive.

OMPT-D is the priciest variant, and you rarely get many tries. The maths to clear it cheaply is to prepare before you book.

€270
per official attempt
higher than the €240 for most variants
1–2
attempts, usually
up to 3 on some programmes
55–75%
pass mark
55% Radboud · up to 75% Utrecht
≤8d
to get results
working days, after the day you sit it
Do the arithmetic: at €270 an attempt with maybe two tries, sitting the real OMPT-D "to see what it's like" can cost hundreds of euros and jeopardise an admission deadline. It's also remotely proctored via ProctorU (webcam, mic, photo ID, room scan) and must be booked ≥72h ahead — your own calculator is not allowed; a basic one is provided. Practice is where you experiment; the real exam is where you cash in.

How to prepare with OMPT Trainer.

Three steps from "I have a calculus deficiency" to "I walked in ready."

1

Diagnose, free

Take a free practice test and get an instant per-topic breakdown. See exactly where you stand on differentiation, trig and integration before you spend a euro.

2

Drill the long-question muscle

OMPT-D rewards multi-step work, not quick recall. Practise full open-ended problems with worked solutions, typing exact forms a CAS will accept — simplified radicals, exact constants, correct signs.

3

Simulate, then book

Run full-length, timed sessions with only the basic on-screen calculator. When you're comfortably above 75% on realistic practice, you're in range for every published cutoff — then book the paid exam once.

Prepare further.

Before booking the paid OMPT-D, three pages to read:

How hard is the OMPT? rates the difficulty per variant — and D sits at the top of the scale. Compare the published OMPT cutoffs by university against your practice scores, then run a full OMPT mock exam under real timing before the paid attempt. Given how demanding D is, it pays to know whether you can retake OMPT-D and how many attempts your university allows, and to plan around the 2026 OMPT deadlines and Studielink dates.

FAQ

How long is the OMPT-D, and how many questions?

Just 21 questions in 180 minutes — roughly 8–9 minutes each. The questions are open-ended and multi-step, so there are fewer of them but each is long. The syllabus lists 242 topics with ~120 hours of prep recommended (less if your calculus is already strong).

What topics are on it?

The full calculus track: quadratics, functions, exponentials & logarithms, differentiation, trigonometry, geometry and integration. It's built around the Dutch Wiskunde B level — the most maths-intensive OMPT variant, with no statistics section.

Who needs the OMPT-D?

Advanced STEM applicants — maths, physics, computer science, chemistry, AI and data science. Programmes like Radboud's Mathematics/Physics/Computing Science/Chemistry/AI and Maastricht's Data Science & AI / Computer Science typically ask for it. Mappings change yearly, so check your programme's admission page.

Can I use a calculator?

Not your own. A basic digital calculator is provided in the platform; the long calculus questions are designed to be solved by hand, with the on-screen calculator only for final arithmetic. Train that way.

What score do I need to pass?

It depends on your university and programme. Published cutoffs range from ~55% (e.g. Radboud) up to ~75% (e.g. Utrecht). There's no single passing score — confirm yours on the programme's admission page.

How much does it cost and how many attempts do I get?

One official OMPT-D attempt costs €270 (higher than the €240 for most other variants). Most programmes allow 1–2 attempts, occasionally up to 3. Each attempt is bought separately and results take up to 8 working days — strong reasons to prepare thoroughly before booking.

How do I book the official OMPT-D?

On the official omptest.org site, at least 72 hours ahead of your slot. We've written a step-by-step walkthrough: how to book the OMPT →

Is this the official OMPT website?

No. OMPT Trainer is an independent practice resource, not affiliated with SOWISO or the official exam. Book the real test on the official site; train here.

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