UKCAT
The UKCAT (UK Clinical Aptitude Test) is a test used in the selection process by the majority of UK university medical and dental schools.
It is a 2 hour, computer-based test, which is sat in Pearson VUE test centres across the UK and worldwide. The test consists of 5 separately timed subtests which are designed to test the cognitive abilities, attitudes, and behaviours considered to be valuable for healthcare professionals.
Who needs to sit the UKCAT?
Most UK universities require applicants to medicine and dentistry courses to sit an admissions test in addition to their other entry requirements.
A full list of universities and courses requiring the UKCAT is given on the UKCAT website.
You can only take the test once each year, so make sure you use the official preparation materials on our website. There are over 1,000 free practice questions available throughout our practice tests and other materials.
When do I need to book?
Your first step is to register via the UKCAT website. Registration is open now and closes on 19th September 2017.
You then need to book and sit your test any time between 3rd July and 3rd October 2017. Bursaries to cover the full test fee are available for eligible UK and EU students.
Using your UKCAT result
You will receive your UKCAT result as soon as you have tested. Scoring and marking are explained in full on the UKCAT website.
There is no pass or fail, however different universities may use your results in different ways depending on their entry requirements. You are advised to check the individual entry requirements for the universities you are applying to before you submit your UCAS application.
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