UCAT Preparation Classes

The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT), formerly known as the UKCAT, is a 2 hour multiple-choice admissions test used for medicine and dentistry applications by the vast majority of universities in the UK. The content is not medicine related – it is designed to test whether medical school applicants have the right skills to become a doctor.

The UCAT is an online test, and is usually done at designated test centres around the world. The testing session runs from July to September. It is recommended for students to take the UCAT in the early half of the testing window as students will be preoccupied with other components of their applications in the later months. An additional advantage of taking the test early is that since you will receive your score as soon as you finish your test, you can plan your college options more effectively.

Do note, you are only allowed to take the test once in an admissions cycle, with the results being valid for only the admissions cycle in which the test was taken.

For more details, read our UCAT guide here.

The UCAT testing period spans three months, typically occurring from July 7 to September 26, although specific dates can change annually. You are strongly recommended to book a test date early in the testing window. It is important to keep tabs on all things UCAT for proper planning and to fully maximise your preparation time. For a start, you will need to create an account with Pearson VUE to book your test and this has to be done by you – not by your school.

For an always-up-to-date UCAT test dates, bookmark our UCAT test dates page.

UPDATE: The UCAT has changed in 2025. The Abstract Reasoning subtest has been removed from the test.

A strong UCAT score is crucial for students aiming to study medicine or dentistry in the UK or Australia (UCAT ANZ). Determining what makes a “good” UCAT score can be complex as it varies depending on several factors, such as the level of competition and the specific requirements of each university. Generally, a score above the average applicant’s score is considered “a good score”. However, it’s important to remember that each university sets its criteria for what it deems a good score.

The UCAT test is scored out of 2700 points and divided into 4 sections: Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning, and Situational Judgement. The first 3 sections are each scored between 300 and 900, and these scores are combined to form your total UCAT score. The Situational Judgement section is evaluated differently based on the UCAT version you are taking:

• Regular UCAT (UK): this section is divided into 4 bands, with Band 1 being the highest.
• UCAT ANZ (Australia): it is scored on the same 300 to 900 scale as the other sections.

In summary:

• Verbal Reasoning: 300 – 900
• Decision Making: 300 – 900
• Quantitative Reasoning: 300 – 900
• Situational Judgement: Band 1 – 4 (UCAT UK) or 300 – 900 (UCAT ANZ)

For more information, read our in-depth guide to the UCAT score here.

The Singapore Medical Council (SMC), an advisory body under the Ministry of Health, maintains the compulsory continuing medical education (CME) program, oversees and controls the professional conduct and ethics of registered medical practitioners, and maintains the Register of Medical Practitioners in Singapore.

The SMC provides a list of accredited universities whose graduates are qualified to practice medicine in Singapore. To work as a medical professional in the country post-graduation, selecting an accredited institution is essential. By enrolling in these recognized schools, you secure qualifications that are approved for employment in Singapore.

At Prep Zone Academy, we specialize in guiding students toward admission to prestigious medical programs worldwide, including those in Singapore, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Ireland. To help you make an informed decision, we offer a comprehensive list of SMC-approved medical schools from these nations, including their latest positions in the QS World University Rankings 2024.

Recently, more than 20 of our students have scored over 3000, with hundreds achieving above 2800—remarkably competitive scores in the UCAT (with 2850 considered a strong benchmark). On average, students improve by 400 to 500 points, with earlier preparation increasing the likelihood of success without compromising academic performance or other commitments.

Prep Zone offers a comprehensive range of UCAT preparation courses designed to help you achieve your target score. Our expert tutors and innovative teaching methods will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to excel on the UCAT. Choose from our Comprehensive Group Course, Premium Individual Course, or Popular Hybrid Course to find the perfect learning style for you. Check out our Courses Overview for more details.