Overview of the UCAT 2024 University Clinical Aptitude Test
The UCAT, used by UK medical and dental schools, assesses various mental abilities. It is a 2-hour computer-based test covering verbal reasoning, decision making, quantitative reasoning, abstract reasoning, and situational judgement. Students must sit the test in the same year they apply through UCAS. Multiple UK and international test centers are available, and the test is mandatory for admission to a range of prestigious universities.
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UCAT 2024 University Clinical Aptitude Test www.ucat.ac.uk
Overview What is the UCAT? What is in the Test? Booking your Test Preparing for your Test Sitting your Test 2
What is the UCAT? Admissions test used in the selection process by a consortium of UK university medical and dental schools The test assesses a range of mental abilities identified by university medical and dental schools as important Sit the test in same year that you apply through UCAS 2 hour, multiple-choice, computer-based test Sat at your nearest Pearson VUE test centre; located throughout the UK and internationally
UCAT Universities (UK) University of Aberdeen University of Edinburgh University of Oxford Anglia Ruskin University University of Exeter Plymouth University Aston University University of Glasgow Queen Mary, University of London Bangor University Hull York Medical School Queen's University Belfast University of Birmingham Imperial College London University of Sheffield Brighton and Sussex Medical School Keele University University of Southampton University of Bristol Kent & Medway Medical School University of St Andrews Brunel University London King's College London St George's, University of London University of Cambridge Lancaster University University of Sunderland Cardiff University University of Leeds University of Surrey University of Central Lancashire University of Leicester Swansea University University of Chester University of Liverpool University College London University of Dundee University of Manchester University of Warwick University of East Anglia University of Newcastle University of Worcester Edge Hill University University of Nottingham
Test Format 5 separately timed sections: Verbal Reasoning Decision Making Quantitative Reasoning Abstract Reasoning Situational Judgement
Timings (UCAT) Timing (minutes) Subtest Questions Verbal Reasoning 44 21 Decision Making 29 31 Quantitative Reasoning 36 25 Abstract Reasoning 50 12 Situational Judgement 69 26 Total Time 115* * Each subtest is preceded by a 1 minute instruction section. Total test time = 120 minutes.
Verbal Reasoning 21 minutes 11 passages of text each linked to 4 questions Assesses your ability to read and think carefully about information presented No prior knowledge is needed to answer the questions 44 questions Some questions assess critical reasoning skills, requiring you to draw conclusions from information For other questions you decide whether a statement follows logically from information in the passage 11 passages
Correct answer: B Continual UV treatment is portrayed as positive throughout the text, particularly in the highlighted sections in the third paragraph.
Decision Making 31 minutes Assesses the ability to apply logic to reach a decision or conclusion, evaluate arguments and analyse statistical information Different question types including logical puzzles, syllogisms and Venn diagrams 29 questions Knowledge of specific mathematical or logical reasoning terminology is not required Associated with tables, diagrams, text, charts or graphs An on-screen basic calculator is available for use All questions are standalone You can make notes using a whiteboard/marker pen
Yes - some poets were writers but since all poets were authors this means that some writers were authors. Yes Yes - since all poets were authors and some poets not writers it can be concluded some authors were both poets and writers. Yes No No - we cannot conclude from the given statement that all authors were either poets or writers. Yes Yes - some poets were not writers, therefore not all authors who were poets were writers. No No - although we can conclude that all poets who were writers were also authors, we cannot conclude that all writers who were authors were also poets because some writers are authors but not poets.
Quantitative Reasoning Assesses your ability to use numerical skills to solve problems 25 minutes Assumes familiarity with e.g. ratios, percentages, averages, fractions, etc. 36 questions Questions are less to do with numerical ability and more to do with problem solving An on-screen basic calculator is available for use Associated with tables, charts and/or graphs Using mental maths may save you time You can make notes using a notebook/marker pen
Correct Answer: B (78) Cost of two mono 24 x 10 = 2 x 7,533 = 15,066 Cost of one mono 22 x 5 = 3,836 Total cost = 18,902 Cost of 4 colour 8 x 10 = 4 x 4,706 = 18,824 Difference = 18,902 18,824 = 78
Abstract Reasoning 12 minutes Assesses your ability to identify patterns amongst abstract shapes; irrelevant and distracting material may lead to incorrect conclusions The test measures your ability to change track, critically evaluate and generate hypotheses and query your judgements as you go along 50 questions There are 4 different questions types in this test associated with sets of shapes Associated with numerous sets of shapes
Correct Answer: C (Set Neither) Set A Rule: All shapes in Set A have figures with curved edges. Set B Rule: All of the shapes in Set B have straight edges. For this question, one shape has curved edges and the other has straight edges. The answer is therefore neither A nor B.
Situational Judgement Measures your capacity to understand real world situations and to identify critical factors and appropriate behaviour in dealing with them 26 minutes Assesses key traits of integrity, empathy, team involvement, resilience and adaptability 69 questions Questions do not require medical or procedural knowledge Various scenarios (with up to 6 associated questions) SJTs are used widely in postgraduate medical and dental selection GMC Guidelines on Good Medical Practice
Correct Answer: A (Very Appropriate) In the absence of the consultant who prescribed the medication, it is very appropriate to discussion your concerns with another doctor who is able to alter the prescription.
Scoring 2516 (Avg. score 2023) The test is marked on the number of correct answers There is no negative marking for incorrect answers In Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning and Abstract Reasoning, raw marks are converted to scaled scores that range from 300 to 900 A total score is generated by summing the individual scale scores (ranges from 1200 to 3600) In the Situational Judgement Test scores are expressed in one of four bands, with Band 1 being the highest 24
Booking your Test Two-step process: Create an account from 14thMay 2024 Test booking opens on 18thJune 2024 Testing open from 8thJuly to 26thSeptember 2024 You may only test once in any test cycle UCAT is delivered in Pearson VUE test centres throughout the UK and in 130+ countries worldwide Test fees = tests taken in the UK 70, outside the UK 115 26
Bursaries Bursaries that cover the full test fee are available to UK candidates from low-income households You may be eligible if you (or your parent / guardian) receive: 16-19 Bursary; Free School Meals; Learner Support; EMA; Full Maintenance Grant or Special Support Grant; Income Support; Job Seeker's Allowance; Universal Credit; Employment & Support Allowance; Asylum Support You can apply online from 14th May and receive a bursary voucher to use when booking your test - check the Bursary Scheme page for full details
Access Arrangements If you are normally entitled to extra time or other accommodations in your school/college exams due to a documented special educational need, disability or medical condition, you may be entitled to access arrangements when sitting the UCAT (25% extra time, rest breaks, etc.) Applications for access arrangements (with supporting evidence) must be approved by the UCAT Office before you book your test You can apply online from 14th May until the deadline of 15thSeptember Check the Access Arrangements page for full details
Preparing for your Test
How should you prepare? Although it is a test of aptitude rather than academic knowledge, you should still allow time to prepare thoroughly for the UCAT We recommend you spend 25-30 hours preparing for the test Start at least 4-6 weeks before your test date Use the FREE resources available on the UCAT website We do not endorse or recommend any commercial preparation materials
Practice Tests and Resources Preparation Plan Tour Tutorial Question Tutorials Question Banks Practice Tests Test Tools Candidate Advice
Tips and Advice Practise the test timings, try to answer all the questions, don t leave blanks Remember that no points are deducted for wrong answers so if you re stuck use your best guess Use the Flag and Review functions of the test to manage your time Use the official practice tests towards the end of your preparation to see where you need to manage your time more effectively
Test Day Arrive at the Test Centre at least 15 minutes before you are due to start - if you are late, you may not be allowed to test Make sure you take the correct ID or you will not be allowed to sit the test Read the Candidate Examination Rules carefully Other people will be testing in the same room; you can ask for ear plugs to limit disturbance If you experience any issues during your test, you must notify the invigilator immediately
Results Results are available on the day of your test (from the test centre), and within 24 hours via your Pearson Vue account Preliminary mean scores (for all candidates) will be published in mid-September; final scores will be published after testing ends Before you submit your UCAS application check how universities use the test, or you might be wasting an application UCAT will deliver your result directly to your chosen UK universities in early November UCAT Score Report
THANK YOU! For more information visit the UCAT website: ucat.ac.uk Follow us on social media to see extra practice questions and important updates on the 2024 test cycle Instagram logo @ucatofficial
