Blogs

7th June 2024
Top Tips for Each Type of Question in UCAT Verbal Reasoning
There are two main types of questions in UCAT Verbal Reasoning: reading comprehension and True/False/Can’t Tell. UCAT reading comprehension questions involve “making inferences and drawing conclusions from information”, whilst True/False/Can’t Tell questions involve “determining whether the statement follows logically”. True/False/Can’t Tell UCAT ...
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23rd May 2024
Top Tips for Each Type of UCAT Decision Making Question
In UCAT Decision Making, there are six different question types: Conclusions (Yes/No) - Interpreting information Conclusions (Yes/No) – Syllogisms Logic games Probability Recognising assumptions Venn Diagrams In this blog, I will be going through tips for each type of UCAT Decision Making question. In my opinion, UCAT Decision Making is the easiest section to keep ...
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22nd May 2024
5 Reasons Why Choosing the Right UCAT Preparation Is Vital for Your Oxbridge Application
Embarking on the journey to study Medicine at Oxford or Cambridge requires more than just academic prowess – it demands meticulous preparation, especially with recent changes shifting from the Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT) to the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT). Here are five reasons why selecting the correct UCAT practice organisation is essential for your Oxbridge applicat ...
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17th May 2024
Attention Parents: 5 Ways to Help Your Son or Daughter Get Into Medicine
Great things never come easy. Medicine is an incredibly rewarding, secure, well paid and respected profession in the UK. It is also the hardest course to get into. Furthermore, the final years of secondary school are a stressful and demanding time for your son or daughter, and the need to sit UCAT places additional pressure on them during this time. Thankfully there are ways y ...
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16th May 2024
What's the Best UCAT Preparation Course?
If you wish to study medicine or dentistry, chances are you need to sit UCAT. UCAT is an important component of entry into most undergraduate medical and dental degrees across the United Kingdom. UCAT is a very difficult, time-pressured test, very unlike school or university exams. Quality UCAT preparation is therefore essential. There are hundreds of UCAT preparation courses available, and ...
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8th May 2024
Why You Should Be Studying for the UCAT Right Now
Are you all aboard the express train to Procrastination Station? Are you experiencing a motivation crisis? Are you just about ready to give up? There may be many reasons why you’re feeling this way and they may be impacting on your will to study and prepare for UCAT. You may be feeling tired, overwhelmed, stressed. You may have many other social, academic and extra-curricular co ...
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26th April 2024
Say Hello to UCAT: Oxbridge’s Newest Challenge!
Step right up, aspiring medical marvels! The game has changed, the rules are rewritten, and a thrilling new challenge awaits you on your quest to conquer the illustrious halls of Oxford and Cambridge. Say farewell to the old guard, bid adieu to the BMAT, and brace yourselves for the electrifying arrival of the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) – the latest sensation in town! Pi ...
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24th April 2024
Just Landed: Brand New UCAT Learning Curriculum!
Are you ready to embark on a journey toward your dream career in medicine? We’re thrilled to announce our latest update to the MedEntry Online Learning Platform: the brand new UCAT Learning Curriculum. The curriculum is personally delivered by Dr Ann Deely, consultant Dermatologist and MedEntry co-founder. This curriculum is meticulously crafted to provide comprehensive coverage of ev ...
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19th April 2024
What Does Oxbridge Adopting the UCAT Mean for Students
The recent decision by Oxford and Cambridge to transition from the Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT) to the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) marks a significant development in the realm of medical admissions, with profound implications for you. Why are they using the UCAT? The adoption of the UCAT by Oxbridge underscores a broader trend toward standardised assessments ...
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17th April 2024
Oxford and Cambridge: The BMAT Is Dead, Long Live the UCAT
In the ever-evolving landscape of medical admissions, change is inevitable. This year, a seismic shift has occurred, heralding the rise of the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) as the new standard-bearer for Oxbridge Medicine entry. Let's delve into what this transition means for you. The Legacy of the BMAT For decades, aspiring medical students navigated the chall ...
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