Preview a sample test
Sample test scenarios are available on the Acuity Insights website. Check out the examples and the types of questions included in the test to help you understand how Casper works.
When is the Casper test required?
If you're applying for an initial teacher education course starting in 2025 or 2026, and the Casper test is a course requirement, you’ll need to complete it to be considered for an offer.
Initial teacher education courses at Deakin are for those looking to become qualified teachers for the first time, either through an undergraduate degree like a Bachelor of Education or a graduate-entry degree like a Master of Teaching for those with an existing degree wishing to transition into teaching.
Casper helps us understand who you are beyond your academic results, highlighting important traits like integrity, empathy and communication skills. It’s part of a fairer, more holistic admissions process used by universities worldwide – and it’s your opportunity to show your readiness for a career in education and human services.
Deakin will cover your Casper test fee
If you're starting an initial teacher education course in 2025 or 2026 and need to take the Casper test, Deakin will cover the $55 test fee. You don’t need to apply – we’ll identify eligible students and notify you during the admissions process.
What is the Casper test?
Casper (computer-based assessment for sampling personal characteristics) is an assessment used by institutions offering initial teacher education courses to evaluate applicants' suitability for teaching. It consists of eight scenarios (two video-based and six text-based), each followed by three open-ended questions, with a five-minute time limit for responses. The test assesses non-academic attributes such as communication, collaboration, ethics, empathy, equity, motivation, problem-solving, professionalism, resilience and self-awareness.
Do you need to take the Casper test?
Not all teaching courses at Deakin require the Casper test. Check your course entry requirements carefully when applying. If your course does require Casper, you'll need to complete the test by the specified deadline to remain eligible for an offer.
When to sit the Casper test
Casper test results are valid for 12 months – August to the following July (one admission cycle). Please ensure you do not register for and sit the test too early. You can only take the Casper test once per admission cycle.
Courses starting in July – Trimester 2 2025
You will need to sit the Casper test if you are applying for the Master of Applied Learning and Teaching (Secondary). You can book to sit the test on one of the following dates:
- Thursday 20 March 2025 7pm AEDT
- Sunday 4 May 2025 10am AEST
- Sunday 15 June 2025 10am AEST.
Courses starting in March – Trimester 1 2026
You will need to sit the Casper test if you are applying for any of the following courses:
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
- Master of Teaching (Primary)
- Master of Teaching (Secondary).
How to register for the Casper test
How you register for the Casper test depends on whether you're applying for your Deakin teacher education course through VTAC or if you're applying directly to Deakin.
Applying through VTAC
You will need to enter your VTAC ID when registering for the Casper test. You'll also be asked to provide government issued photo ID, for example a passport, driver licence or learner permit card. If you don’t have a valid government issued photo ID please contact support@acuityinsights.com.
When choosing a test date, make sure you select the right test for the courses to which you are applying (undergraduate or postgraduate). Your results are sent directly to VTAC and the institutions to which you are applying. Results are not provided to the applicant. For more information about the VTAC and Casper registration process, download the VTAC fact sheet.
Applying direct to Deakin
Upon commencement of the Casper registration process, you’ll be asked to enter an ID:
- applying for undergraduate courses: use Deakin ID
- applying for postgraduate courses: use GET Portal Applicant ID.
Contact us
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