UCAT Australia and New Zealand ANZ 2026 for 2027 entry
Here, we outline everything you need to know about the UCAT ANZ in 2026 for 2027 entry.
What Is The UCAT ANZ (Australia & New Zealand)
The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) ANZ is an admissions test used by universities in Australia and New Zealand.
It is used for admission into medical, dental and clinical science degree programmes.
From 2025, the UCAT ANZ has four parts: three cognitive subtests (Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making and Quantitative Reasoning) and the Situational Judgement Test (SJT). Abstract Reasoning was removed, so the cognitive total is now scored out of 2700 (not 3600), with each subtest scaled from 300 to 900. The SJT is reported separately as a band from 1 (best) to 4. This mirrors the UCAT changes that also apply in the UK.
Who Can Sit The UCAT Australia?
The UCAT ANZ is only available to students who are currently in or have recently completed the final year of secondary schooling (or higher).
Students in Australian year 11 or lower are NOT eligible to sit the UCAT ANZ. This includes Year 11 students undertaking one or more Year 12 subjects. Year 12 students completing Year 12 over two years are only eligible to sit the UCAT ANZ in their final year.
Candidates are not permitted to sit both the UCAT ANZ and the UCAT (UK) in the same year (i.e. UCAT ANZ 2026 and UCAT UK 2026). Candidates who are applying to Australian/ New Zealand and UK universities should sit the UCAT ANZ.
UCAT ANZ Key Dates & Registration 2026
The UCAT ANZ dates run between 1st July and 5th August 2026 [confirmed for 2027 entry]
Candidates taking the UCAT ANZ in 2026 for 2027 entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand should note down these key dates:
- Concession Scheme opens + Access Arrangements open - 16 February 2026
- BOOKING OPENS - 3 March 2026
- Concession application deadline - 11 May 2026
- Access Arrangements application deadline - 15 May 2026
- BOOKING DEADLINE - 15 May 2026
- Late booking deadline & Late Access Arrangements application deadline - 29 May 2026
- FINAL late booking deadline - 5 June 2026
- Cancellation deadline - 12 June 2026
- Testing begins - 1 July 2026
- Last testing date - 5 August 2026
- Results delivered to universities - Early September 2026
How Much Does UCAT ANZ Cost?
- The UCAT ANZ costs AUD $335 for the 2026 cycle (when taken in Australia and New Zealand).
- The concession fee for Australia only is $240.
- Tests taken outside Australia and New Zealand cost AUD $405.
- A late booking fee of AUD $85 applies during the late booking period (16 to 29 May 2026), rising to an additional AUD $185 during the final late booking period (30 May to 5 June 2026).
- The refund fee is $50 of the test fee deducted
- UCAT Rescheduling Fee is $25
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UCAT ANZ Universities
The UCAT ANZ is a compulsory requirement for Australia and New Zealand Consortium member universities and medical schools across Australia.
You must sit the UCAT ANZ between 1st July and 5th August 2026 if you intend on applying to a course or programme stated below for 2027 entry.
Scores do not carry forward from one year to another, so you must resit the UCAT ANZ during each application cycle.
Not all ANZ consortium of universities require the UCAT AZ, see the latest UCAT ANZ Universities below [please note this can change during the cycle]:
Australia
- The University of Adelaide - Medicine, Dental Surgery & Oral Health
- Central Queensland University - Medical Science
- Charles Sturt University - Dental Science, Medicine
- Curtin University - Medicine
- Flinders University - Clinical Sciences / Medicine
- Griffith University - Dental Health Sciences
- Monash University - Medicine
- The University of Newcastle / University of New England - Joint Medical Program
- The University of New South Wales - Medicine
- The University of Queensland - Medicine, Dental Science
- University of Tasmania - Medicine
- The University of Western Australia - Medicine (direct), Dental Medicine (direct)
- Western Sydney University - Medicine
New Zealand
- The University of Auckland - Medicine
- The University of Otago - Medicine, Dentistry
Where Are The UCAT ANZ Test Centres?
The UCAT exam in Australia can be sat in many major cities across Australia and New Zealand. This includes cities such as Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Newcastle, Sydney, Darwin, Gold Coast, Townsville, Hobart and Melbourne.
In New Zealand, cities such as Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill, New Plymouth, Tauranga, and Wellington are places where the UCAT ANZ can be sat.
The best way to find your nearest centre is to search on the Test Centre Locator.
UCAT ANZ Preparation
We have written a guide about how to best prepare for the UCAT Australia & New Zealand for 2027 entry. In this guide, you will find a list of the best resources for the UCAT and you will learn how to plan your UCAT revision.
Start with our full UCAT preparation guide, browse the UCAT Guides revision hub for subtest-by-subtest strategy, and drill timed questions on the free UCAT online trainer. Because the ANZ and UK exams share the same format, every UK practice resource applies directly to the UCAT ANZ.
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The UCAT ANZ Test Day
UCAT ANZ ‘Fit to Test’ Policy
- Candidates who present themselves to the test are declaring themselves fit to take the test.
- If you are aware of anything that might affect your performance on the day, you should not sit the test. This applies even if you fall ill or experience issues on the day of your test.
- If you are not fit to test, you must reschedule your appointment to a later date, even if this means losing the test fee.
- Do not attend a Pearson VUE Test Centre if you have any symptoms of COVID-19. Follow current government guidelines and reschedule your test to a later date, after any mandatory isolation period.
- If you choose to sit your test against this advice, UCAT ANZ will not accept this as a mitigating circumstance.
UCAT ANZ Earplugs
It is unclear whether all of the UCAT ANZ Test Centres provide earplugs, so we recommend that you bring earplugs with you should you wish to use them.
Illness during Testing
If you become ill during your test, notify the invigilator. If you are not well enough to continue, you should ask the invigilator to end your test.
You then need to email the UCAT ANZ Office with medical documentation within 1 business day of your test sitting. If you choose to continue testing, UCAT will consider this as a mitigating circumstance.
Incidents during Testing
The UCAT ANZ Consortium and our partner Pearson VUE aim to provide a straightforward test experience in a business-like environment. However, occasionally things may go wrong and we have systems in place to deal with such circumstances.
Raising an issue during your test. If you experience an issue during your test, raise your hand to notify the invigilator. This includes hardware/software problems, excessive noise disturbance or other distractions.
If you do not raise the issue during your test, UCAT will not accept this as a mitigating circumstance. The invigilator cannot answer questions related to testing content.
Requesting an incident investigation
The reporting of an incident at the test centre does not automatically result in Pearson VUE taking any action unless you request an “incident investigation” from Pearson VUE. If you wish to have your case investigated, please refer to the Test Incident page.
UCAT ANZ Results
After you have completed your exam, within 24 hours you will receive an email from Pearson VUE containing instructions on how to access your UCAT ANZ score report. It can be printed from your browser or saved as a PDF and will remain as your final ucat score.
UCAT ANZ 2026 results are valid for the 2027 university admissions cycle ONLY (for entry to university in 2027). Please see the official UCAT ANZ website for more information on UCAT ANZ percentiles.
Is The UCAT ANZ the same as the UCAT UK?
The UCAT exam was originally the UKCAT and was developed in the UK for admission into medical and dental schools. It has since been expanded to universities in Australia and New Zealand. The two versions test the same skills, but they are separate exams with separate registrations, fees, dates and results. From 2025, both the UCAT (UK) and UCAT ANZ removed Abstract Reasoning, so the test now has three cognitive subtests (Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making and Quantitative Reasoning) scored out of 2700, plus the Situational Judgement Test (SJT) reported as a band from 1 to 4. UCAT (UK) results are not accepted by Australian and New Zealand universities, and vice versa.
Candidates applying to both Australian/ New Zealand and UK universities
If you are applying to Australian or New Zealand universities (for 2027 entry) you need to sit the UCAT ANZ 2026 test. Candidates are not permitted to sit both the UCAT ANZ and the UCAT (UK) in the same year.
This is considered candidate misconduct. UCAT (UK) results are not accepted by Australian/New Zealand universities. Australian and New Zealand admissions deadlines are earlier than deadline dates in the UK.
If you are applying from Australia or New Zealand to UK medical schools instead, read our dedicated guide on studying medicine in the UK from Australia and New Zealand, which covers UCAS timelines, the UCAT (UK) and entry requirements.
Delivering UCAT ANZ Results to UK Universities
For your UCAT ANZ result to be delivered to your UK university choices please refer to the UCAT ANZ Results Collection page. Any queries regarding this process should be directed to the UCAT UK Office for universities in the UK.
UCAT vs UMAT
Previously, students in Australia and New Zealand had to sit the UMAT (Undergraduate Medical and Health Sciences Admissions Test). This was replaced by the UCAT ANZ in 2019. Since then, the UKCAT Consortium announced that the UKCAT will be changing its name to the UCAT in the UK from 2019.
This is a shorter exam than the UMAT (2 hours vs 3 hours) and is sat on the computer rather than with pen and paper. This means that you get your results straight away rather than having to wait for your results over some time.
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Where Can I Sit The UCAT ANZ In Test Centres?
There are plenty of test centres across Australia and New Zealand. Generally, there is a test centre in every major town - there are test centres in UCAT Sydney, UCAT Melbourne, UCAT Perth, UCAT Adelaide etc.
You can use the test Centre Locator to find the nearest test centre to you.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the UCAT ANZ 2026 dates?
For 2027 entry, UCAT ANZ booking opens on 3 March 2026 and the testing window runs from 1 July to 5 August 2026. Concession applications close on 11 May 2026, access arrangements on 15 May 2026, and the standard booking deadline is 15 May 2026. Results are delivered to universities in early September 2026.
When does UCAT ANZ booking open in 2026?
UCAT ANZ booking opens on 3 March 2026 for 2027 entry. The concession scheme and access arrangements applications open earlier, on 16 February 2026. You book your test through Pearson VUE once registration is live, and you should book early to secure your preferred date and test centre before the 15 May 2026 standard deadline.
How much does the UCAT ANZ cost in 2026?
The UCAT ANZ costs AUD $335 when taken in Australia or New Zealand for the 2026 cycle, or AUD $405 if you sit it overseas. A concession fee of AUD $240 is available in Australia only. Late booking adds AUD $85 (16 to 29 May), and the final late period adds AUD $185 (30 May to 5 June). Rescheduling costs AUD $25.
Is the UCAT ANZ the same as the UCAT UK?
The UCAT ANZ and UCAT (UK) test the same skills and share the same format, but they are separate exams with separate bookings, fees, dates and results. UCAT (UK) results are not accepted by Australian and New Zealand universities, and ANZ results are not accepted by UK universities. You cannot sit both versions in the same year.
What subtests are in the UCAT ANZ?
From 2025, the UCAT ANZ has four parts: three cognitive subtests (Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making and Quantitative Reasoning) plus the Situational Judgement Test (SJT). Abstract Reasoning was removed. The three cognitive subtests are each scaled from 300 to 900, giving a total out of 2700, while the SJT is reported as a band from 1 to 4.
How is the UCAT ANZ scored?
Each of the three cognitive subtests (Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making and Quantitative Reasoning) is scaled from 300 to 900, so your cognitive total runs from 900 to 2700. The Situational Judgement Test is reported separately as a band from 1 (highest) to 4. Since Abstract Reasoning was removed in 2025, the maximum cognitive score is 2700, not the old 3600.
Who can sit the UCAT ANZ?
The UCAT ANZ is open to students currently in, or who have recently completed, the final year of secondary school or higher. Australian Year 11 students (including those taking Year 12 subjects early) are not eligible. You sit the UCAT ANZ in the same calendar year you apply, as scores are valid for one admissions cycle only and do not carry forward.
When should I take the UCAT ANZ for 2027 entry?
For 2027 entry you must sit the UCAT ANZ during the 2026 testing window, between 1 July and 5 August 2026. Scores do not carry forward, so a 2026 sitting is only valid for entry in 2027. Book as early as possible after registration opens on 3 March 2026 to secure your preferred date and centre.
Which Australian and New Zealand universities require the UCAT ANZ?
Most Australia and New Zealand Consortium universities require the UCAT ANZ for undergraduate medicine, dentistry and some clinical science courses. These include Adelaide, Curtin, Flinders, Monash, UNSW, Queensland, Tasmania, Western Australia, Western Sydney, Newcastle/New England, Charles Sturt and others in Australia, plus Auckland and Otago in New Zealand. Always check each university's current requirements as they can change.
Where can I sit the UCAT ANZ?
The UCAT ANZ is sat at Pearson VUE test centres in major cities across Australia and New Zealand, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and Darwin, and Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin and Wellington. You can also sit it overseas for a higher fee. Use the official Test Centre Locator to find your nearest centre and book early.
Can I sit both the UCAT ANZ and the UCAT UK in the same year?
No. Candidates are not permitted to sit both the UCAT ANZ and the UCAT (UK) in the same year, and doing so is treated as candidate misconduct. If you are applying to both UK and ANZ universities, you must choose which version to sit, bearing in mind each region only accepts its own version of the test.
How long are UCAT ANZ results valid?
UCAT ANZ results are valid for one admissions cycle only. A score from the 2026 sitting is valid for entry to university in 2027. Scores do not carry forward to future years, so if you reapply you must resit the UCAT ANZ during that year's testing window. You receive your score report within 24 hours of testing.
What is the difference between the UCAT ANZ and the UMAT?
The UMAT (Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test) was the previous admissions test in Australia and New Zealand. It was replaced by the UCAT ANZ in 2019. The UCAT ANZ is a shorter, computer-based exam sat at Pearson VUE centres, so results are available quickly rather than after a long paper-marking wait.
How do I prepare for the UCAT ANZ?
Because the ANZ and UK exams share the same format, every UK preparation resource applies directly. Start with our UCAT preparation guide and the UCAT Guides revision hub for subtest strategy, then drill timed questions on the free UCAT online trainer. Focus on the three cognitive subtests and the SJT, and practise under timed, exam-like conditions before your sitting.
What is a good UCAT ANZ score?
With Abstract Reasoning removed in 2025, the cognitive total is out of 2700. A competitive score is generally above the average for your chosen universities, with strong applicants often scoring in the upper deciles. Because admissions thresholds vary by university and change each year, check each medical school's published cut-offs and aim above their stated averages.
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