Pearson VUE
Greater Manchester, England
This test center is located at The Lighthouse, 14 The Quays, Salford M50 3BF, United Kingdom. The center is operated by Pearson VUE, the testing company that delivers the GMAT and other professional exams on behalf of the organizations that publish them. It offers GMAT and NCLEX-RN.
How to book an exam here
GMAT
Published by GMACRegister through your account at mba.com, then choose this test center during scheduling.
NCLEX-RN
Published by NCSBNSchedule through your nursing regulatory body, which directs you to the Pearson VUE portal to pick a center and date.
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Address
14 The Quays
The Lighthouse
Salford M50 3BF
United Kingdom
Phone
+44 1618 557000Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
What happens on test day
- 1
Bring one government-issued ID with your signature. The name on the ID must exactly match the name you registered with.
- 2
Arrive 15 to 30 minutes before your appointment. Late arrivals can be refused and forfeit the exam fee.
- 3
At check-in you have your photo taken and a palm-vein scan recorded, then you are walked to your workstation.
- 4
Everything you carry goes into a locker: phone, watch, bag, notes, and food all stay out of the testing room.
- 5
Breaks depend on the exam you are taking; some allow none, some allow scheduled breaks, and the clock keeps running.
Know before you go
Area
Pearson VUE sits in the Salford Quays area of Salford.
ID requirements
ID required for check-in
Biometrics
Fingerprint scan required for check-in
Security
Strict security measures, including bag checks and metal detectors
Building security
The building has multiple security checkpoints
Prohibited items
No personal items allowed in the exam room
Wait time
Long wait times for check-in and exam start
Accessibility
The test center is not wheelchair accessible
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available for use during the exam
Water
No water is provided during the exam
Scratch paper
Not allowed
Calculator
Allowed, but no scratch paper for calculations
Earplugs
Not provided, but personal earplugs are allowed
Break policy
No breaks are allowed during the exam
Nearby food
There are no nearby food options
Public transit
Public transit is not easily accessible from the test center
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Last edited September 2026
Information compiled from public sources. Availability and hours may change without notice. Check with the venue for the latest details.