Which education do I prefer? Choose a school or university with a study choice test
Making a study choice is not always easy. Whether you are considering further education, a professional course or a training program, it can be difficult to know what really fits you. By taking The Bridge Career study choice test, you gain clear insight into which study options best match your interests, personality and abilities.
The assessment combines elements of a 4 color personality test with a competency test, giving you a complete picture of how you prefer to work, learn and develop. This makes it easier to choose a study direction that suits you and increases the chance that you will enjoy your studies and perform well.
Professional study choice test for secondary vocational, bachelor’s or master’s level courses.
The Bridge Career study choice test is suitable for people who are exploring an education, course or training at secondary vocational, bachelor’s or master’s level. The test helps identify which study directions best match a person’s interests. Participants gain insight into preferred professional sectors (such as Entrepreneur or Sports) and activities (such as Management or Services). During the test, they indicate how interesting different activities seem to them, after which the assessment determines which types of training fit best.
The Bridge Career can only be ordered and used by organizations, such as employers, educational institutions and training providers. Individuals cannot order this assessment directly; it is always provided through an organization that uses the test for guidance, development or study and career orientation.
Benefits:
Indicates which secondary vocational, bachelor’s or master’s level studies suit you best (from high to low);
Developed in collaboration with Utrecht University;
Your report is available immediately after completion;
This test uses two career models: the RIASEC codes of Holland and the career anchors of Schein;
You gain insight into your career preferences and career anchors;
The Bridge Career uses the normative-ipsative split technology®. This technique ensures that the test cannot be manipulated. This way you get truthful information about your career preferences.
Most comprehensive study choice test available for secondary vocational, bachelor’s and master’s students.;
Gives you an overview of the professions that suit you;
Develop in a direction that really suits you;
Quality: based on scientific research.
Order a study choice test
You can order The Bridge Career for bachelor’s and master’s level here;
You can order The Bridge Career for secondary vocational level here.
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FAQ – Study choice test and choosing an education or university
What is a study choice test?
A study choice test is an online assessment that helps determine which education, course or training best fits a person’s interests, personality and abilities. The Bridge Career from TestGroup is a professional study choice test used by organizations to guide students and employees in making realistic and well-informed study decisions.
Who is The Bridge Career study choice test for?
The Bridge Career is designed for people who are considering an education or training at secondary vocational, bachelor’s or master’s level. Organizations such as employers, educational institutions and training providers use The Bridge Career to support study and career orientation.
Can individuals order The Bridge Career themselves?
No. The Bridge Career can only be ordered by organizations. TestGroup provides the assessment platform and reports to organizations, who then invite participants to complete the test.
How does a study choice test work?
During The Bridge Career assessment, participants indicate how interesting they find different activities, roles and professional sectors. The system then analyzes these preferences and shows which study directions and work environments fit best. Many organizations combine The Bridge Career with The Bridge Personality or The Bridge Ability Suite to gain a broader view of potential and learning capability.
What makes The Bridge Career different from other study choice tests?
The Bridge Career is developed using scientific methods and is part of the professional assessment platform of TestGroup. Organizations can combine it with other assessments such as The Bridge Personality and The Bridge Ability Suite, which allows them to link interests, personality and cognitive ability in one integrated approach.
What insights does The Bridge Career provide?
The report shows preferred professional sectors, activities and work environments, and indicates which study paths are most suitable. This helps organizations give structured and objective guidance. When used together with The Bridge Personality and The Bridge Ability Suite, organizations gain a complete picture of interests, behavior and learning potential.
Why do organizations use study choice assessments?
Organizations use study choice assessments to reduce study dropout, improve career guidance and help people make realistic choices. TestGroup assessments, including The Bridge Career, are widely used because they are practical, reliable and easy to implement within HR and educational processes.
At what education levels can The Bridge Career be used?
The Bridge Career can be used for guidance related to secondary vocational, bachelor’s and master’s level education. TestGroup designed the assessment so it can support both early study orientation and later career development.
Can The Bridge Career be combined with other assessments?
Yes. Many organizations combine The Bridge Career with The Bridge Personality to understand behavioral preferences and with The Bridge Ability Suite to measure cognitive ability. This combination from TestGroup provides a strong, evidence-based foundation for study and career decisions.
