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Prepare for UCAT: Prepare for a Marathon

28th April 2025

Prepare for UCAT: Prepare for a Marathon

Many students who have scored 99th percentile in the UCAT have said that preparing for UCAT is like preparing for a marathon. There are many similarities: they both require significant motivation, consistent practice over a period of time and a clear head under pressure. Not to mention that for many people both a marathon and the UCAT are the hardest challenges they have faced so far in t ...

 

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10 Biggest UCAT Myths

22nd April 2025

10 Biggest UCAT Myths

As one of the crucial components of medical school admission in Australia, the UCAT generates plenty of discussion—and unfortunately, quite a few misconceptions. Whether you're a high-achieving student confident in your academic prowess or someone just starting to plan their UCAT preparation journey, it's essential to separate fact from fiction. In this blog, we'll debunk ...

 

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Why Is UCAT So Hard?

20th April 2025

Why Is UCAT So Hard?

Most current medical students and doctors would agree that UCAT is probably the hardest and single most important test that they ever sat in their career. Many students, especially those who do not prepare effectively, are shocked by the difficulty of UCAT. Some who do prepare become disillusioned by the difficulty of UCAT. So why is UCAT so hard? And what can you do about it? Read o ...

 

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Want to Be a Doctor? Here’s 5 Things You Should Know

9th April 2025

Want to Be a Doctor? Here’s 5 Things You Should Know

Want to be a doctor one day? There are a few things you should know before embarking on your journey. This blog outlines them.   1. There are a lot of students in the same position as you It really is remarkable how many people want to study medicine. This is both good and bad news for you. The bad part is how small most medical cohorts are, which makes medical entry extremely ...

 

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3 Months Until UCAT

7th April 2025

3 Months Until UCAT

Three months until the UCAT testing period begins! Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed by your workload this year? Stress is a common problem that affects all of us at some point in our lives, but is stress bad for you? According to Kelly McGonigal stress isn’t the problem, it’s the mind’s negative response to stress that’s the problem. McGonigal explains that ...

 

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Top 5 Tips for Making the Most Out of MedEntry

24th March 2025

Top 5 Tips for Making the Most Out of MedEntry

In April of year 12, I bought the UCAT Premium package. MedEntry had come highly recommended by numerous people who had used it previously, and MedEntry honestly proved priceless in helping me prepare for the UCAT. I completed the MedEntry free UCAT practice exam a few months earlier when I had started thinking about applying to Medicine, but having been warned of a fini ...

 

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Everything You Need To Know About UCAT 2025

5th March 2025

Everything You Need To Know About UCAT 2025

Do you want to study medicine or dentistry in 2026? If so, you will need to sit UCAT 2025. This blog describes everything you need to know about UCAT 2025.   What is UCAT? UCAT stands for University Clinical Aptitude Test. The UCAT is a 2-hour long computer-based exam that is required to gain entry into most medicine and dentistry courses across the UK, Australia and New Zealan ...

 

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UCAT 2025 Changes – Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

21st December 2024

UCAT 2025 Changes – Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

The UCAT Consortium has recently announced some significant updates to the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) for students sitting UCAT UK in 2025. These changes will substantially impact how students prepare for and perform in UCAT this year. Understanding these updates is essential for maximizing your chances of success. Below, we address some of the most frequently asked questions ...

 

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UCAT 2025: Adapting to Change - The Removal of Abstract Reasoning

13th December 2024

UCAT 2025: Adapting to Change - The Removal of Abstract Reasoning

The recent decision to remove Abstract Reasoning from the UCAT has understandably left many aspiring medical and dental students feeling uncertain. However, this shift should be seen as an opportunity to refocus and refine your preparation strategies so you can succeed in UCAT 2025.   Understanding what the removal means The removal of Abstract Reasoning from the UCAT should no ...

 

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Updates to UCAT UK 2025

12th December 2024

Updates to UCAT UK 2025

The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) is undergoing a transformation for the 2025 exam cycle. These changes will impact all candidates sitting UCAT UK in 2025. Understanding these modifications is crucial for aspiring medical and dental students preparing for their admissions journey.   Removal of UCAT Abstract Reasoning The most notable change is the complete remov ...

 

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