The UCAT consists of 5 sections with each containing a series of questions that must be completed within the given time. Learn what they are and what to expect.
BMAT Section 1 is renowned for being difficult to prepare for, but there is still a lot that you can learn to ensure you can answer these questions as efficiently as possible. This guide will explain all the different question types you will face throughout Section 1 and how you can answer them quickly and effectively.
Read our minute-by-minute breakdown of Section 3 of the BMAT to help you effectively prepare, revise and complete the section under timed conditions.
The aim of the Situational Judgement section is to assess your ability to understand situations you might encounter as a medical student or doctor and how you would deal with them. In this UCAT SJT guide, we set out the questions that may arise, how to respond to the appropriateness and importance of the options.
The quantitative reasoning section of the UCAT tests your ability to quickly interpret data and perform calculations on it. This section of the UCAT contains 36 questions and you have 25 minutes to answer them, giving you a total of 40 seconds per question. In this guide we describe what the questions look like and how to answer the questions.
Section 2 is undoubtedly the most time-pressured section of the BMAT. This section tests Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths and it’s also the section in which you can improve the most quickly in, so it’s well worth spending time on. Read on for an overview of the section and the types of questions that can come up.
Abstract Reasoning is the most unusual of the sections included in the UCAT, but it tests some very valuable skills in a rather unconventional way compared to the rest of the test. This guide shows you exactly what to expect and how you can take on each of these questions effectively.
Getting into medical school is hard, really hard. Failing to get into medical school can be stressful, demoralising and upsetting. It hurts, trust me, I’ve been there. But, with a little courage, planning and motivation then you, like me, could have one of the best years of your life leading up to your first day as a fresher medical student.
The BMAT test can be a daunting prospect. The unknown is always far more daunting than the known, but luckily for you, we teach you everything in the BMAT Specification.
Read on to find out the truth behind the hierarchy of work experience and what types of placements you should be considering.
The Oxford Medicine Interview is notoriously challenging. Here are the basics you need to know and some top tips to help you perform well and impress the Oxford interviewers.
The UCAT is one of the most difficult tests students will face in their medical careers and it’s important to prepare for your UCAT to ensure you get a good score. Read our top tips and tricks to help prepare effectively for the test.
With 33 medical schools in the UK, it can be difficult to know which ones are right for you. From entry requirements, to teaching style, to the age-old “campus vs. city” debate. So grab a cup of tea, a notepad and a pen, and let me break it down for you in a way that works for you.
The BMAT is a challenging exam that requires excellent academic knowledge and problem-solving skills. Preparation for the BMAT is essential, and we have a wealth of advice on the different sections of the test to help you achieve the highest possible score. At UniAdmissions we also offer BMAT preparation courses to give students the support they need.
Have you ever wondered what it is like to study Medicine at Cambridge? Graduate Francis Dyer, talks us through daily life throughout pre-clinical and clinical years.
