Ministry of Justice Arctic Shores Practice
Comprehensive preparation guide for the Ministry of Justice's Arctic Shores assessment
Assessment Time
30-45 min
Allow 60 minutes total
Games Included
8-12 games
From 14 total games
Difficulty
Moderate
Practice recommended
About the Ministry of Justice's Arctic Shores Assessment
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ), one of the UK's largest government departments responsible for courts, prisons, and the probation service, is one of Arctic Shores' named customers and is cited directly in Arctic Shores' own materials alongside PwC and Siemens. The MoJ adopted the game-based assessment to improve diversity and reduce the bias inherent in traditional CV and question-based screening — helping them identify civil servants with the right cognitive abilities and behavioral traits from the broadest possible range of backgrounds.
What the Games Measure
- Cognitive processing speed and accuracy under time pressure
- Risk tolerance and decision-making in uncertain situations
- Working memory and sustained attention
- Emotional recognition and interpersonal awareness
- Learning agility — how quickly you adapt to new rules mid-game
Ministry of Justice Roles Using Arctic Shores
Graduate & Early Careers
- Civil Service Graduate Fast Stream
- MoJ Direct Entry Roles
- Policy Graduate Scheme
- Digital & Technology Graduate
Professional Roles
- Prison & Probation Service
- Courts & Tribunals Service
- Legal Policy
- Finance & Commercial
How CogniPrep Helps
The MoJ adopted Arctic Shores specifically to make their hiring more inclusive and reduce the bias of traditional screening methods. That means the assessment is designed to give every candidate a fair chance based on their genuine potential. Practicing beforehand helps you understand the game mechanics so you can perform at your natural best — rather than spending mental energy during the real assessment figuring out what each task is asking.
Top Tips
Public sector values matter
The Civil Service values — integrity, honesty, objectivity, and impartiality — underpin the MoJ's approach to recruitment. The behavioral tasks in the assessment are designed to surface traits that align with these values naturally.
Diversity is a stated priority
The MoJ explicitly uses Arctic Shores to broaden their talent pool and counter bias in recruitment. The assessment is intentionally fair regardless of background — so focus on responding authentically rather than trying to match a particular profile.
Be consistent across tasks
The assessment captures patterns across multiple games. Consistent, natural responses produce a more reliable profile than answers that shift based on what you think each individual task is measuring.
Find a quiet environment
Many tasks require sustained concentration. Interruptions during memory and attention games directly affect your scores.
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Begin MoJ Assessment PracticeFrequently Asked Questions
How long is the Ministry of Justice's Arctic Shores assessment?
The game-based portion typically takes 30-45 minutes. Set aside 60 minutes to avoid feeling rushed. It is completed online as part of the MoJ's early-stage screening.
Does the MoJ use Arctic Shores for all roles?
The MoJ uses Arctic Shores across a range of recruitment pipelines. The specific stages and assessment tools used may vary by role — check the job advert for the role you are applying to for the precise process.
Is there a pass/fail score?
There is no single passing score. The MoJ matches cognitive and behavioral profiles to the requirements of the specific role and team.