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Application Guide 2024:
UCAT
UCAT Registration 2024 & Key UCAT Test Dates 2024 for 2025 Entry
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Introduction
UCAT Test Dates 2024 are confirmed.
The UCAT Exam runs from 8th July 2024 until 26th September 2024.
Thinking of applying to study medicine or dentistry this year, and wondering when and how you need to register for the UCAT.
Find out everything that you need to know about registration, booking and sitting your UCAT exam in 2024, for 2025 entry.
Find out all the key UCAT 2024 dates here and remember to join our mailing list to be updated on any changes to these dates.
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UCAT Registration Checklist 2024 - UCAT Dates For 2025 Entry
Dates for UCAT 2024 (2025 entry)
UCAT 2024 - Test Dates
1. Create An Online Account [14th May 2024 09:30 until 19th September 2024 12:00] - do this in advance
2. UCAT Booking Opens [18th June 2024 06:00 until 19th September 2024 12:00]
3. UCAT Exam Dates [8th July 2024 until 26th September 2024]
4. The UCAT costs £70 for UK candidates, £115 for international candidates
5. You need ID to sit the exam (Passport/Driver’s licence)
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UCAT Dates 2024
The UCAT Test Dates for 2024 are from the 8th of July 2024 until the 26th of September 2024.
You must register for the UCAT in 2024 if you are planning to apply for 2025 entry (or deferred 2026 entry). It is very simple to register for the UCAT. You must make an account on the Pearson Vue website - then you must book the exam once the ukcat test dates open for booking.
Registration is a two-step process:
1) Account Creation - create a Pearson Vue Account [not booking actual exam]
2) Exam booking - Book the UCAT
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What Are The Key UCAT Exam Dates 2024?
In 2024, these are the key UKCAT Exam dates for you to be aware of for the UCAT Test Booking - save them into your diary.
This will help you remember when UCAT registration opens. You must not miss the UKCAT deadline or the UCAT cut-off date!
14th May 2024 - UCAT Account registration opens & Bursary and Access Arrangement applications open
18th June 2024 - UCAT test booking opens
8th July 2024 - Testing starts
15th September 2024 - Access Arrangement application ukcat deadline
19th September 2024 - UCAT Booking deadline for 2024 (2025 entry)
26th September 2024 - Last UCAT test day
27th September 2024 - Bursary Scheme application deadline
15th October 2024 - UCAS deadline
Early November 2024 - Results delivered to UCAT universities
The last UCAT test date is 26th September 2024.
These are confirmed as the UCAT dates for UCAT 2025 entry.
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How do I apply for UCAT 2024?
UCAT Application 2024
If you are in year 12 in the UK (as of September 2023 - August 2024), you will need to sit the UCAT in Spring/Summer 2024.
Step 1 - Create an account
Account Creation
Registration for an account for UCAT 2024 opens on 14th May 2024 at 9:30 am via the Pearson Vue website.
To register, you must head to the UCAT Pearson Vue page.
You will be asked to fill in the UCAT questionnaire.
Step 2 - Book UCAT
UCAT Test Booking for 2024 will open on 18th June 2024 at 6 am - make sure you keep this in your diary to book your UCAT exam.
The UCAT registration deadline is 19th September 2024 (you can sit the exam until 26th September 2024).
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UCAT ANZ Registration
Please see our UCAT ANZ Page for more information on registering for the UCAT in Australia & New Zealand.
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UCAT Registration 2024 - Tips
You may only create one account, if you have taken the UCAT before, make sure that you use the same name
Register with your legal name as it appears on the photo ID that you intend to use - usually, this is your passport or driving licence for Pearson Vue UCAT takers.
Once you have registered you will receive an email within 24h providing you with a password.
If you are concerned that illness, injury or personal circumstances mean you will not be ‘fit to test’ throughout the 2024 test window, you must contact the UCAT Office for advice before sitting your test. If you choose to sit your test against this advice, the university clinical aptitude test (UCAT) will not accept this as a mitigating circumstance.
Remember, information on this website can change, so please refer to the official UCAT website for more information on this.
Make sure that you contact our UCAT Tutors if you need any help with this process or your UCAT preparation!
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How Much Does The UCAT Test Cost?
How much does the UCAT cost? If you are taking the test inside the UK, the cost is £70. If you are taking the test outside of the UK, the cost is £115.
In Australia, the UKCAT test fee is $199 and $374.
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When Should I Sit The UCAT Between July-October 2024
It is completely up to you when you want to take the UCAT.
It is, however, paramount that you have enough time for preparation of the UCAT exam. For most, this will be 3 months of preparation, with at least two full weeks before the exam date to focus solely on the UCAT. Preceding this, you will also need to be preparing for the UCAT daily for 2-3 months.
Before picking a date, we must first understand how much time we need to invest into our revision, and the first issue to tackle is the amount of revision required. Obviously, every student is different, with some requiring less time and others more time to grasp the concepts or techniques necessary to answer the different UCAT sections. Therefore, the amount of revision you do will depend on how confident you feel. One thing that is certain, however, is that revision is needed.
You are strongly recommended to book a test date early in the testing period. If you choose to book a late test date and then encounter illness or other issues which prevent you from attending your test appointment you may not be able to reschedule within the test period.
Our research at TheUKCATPeople, both through the classes and the one-to-one UCAT tutoring or online UCAT Courses that we provide, proves that those who complete sufficient revision to a high enough standard consistently score higher on the UCAT - as the saying goes, practice makes perfect!” So, now that we’ve established we need revision to succeed on the UCAT, how do we go about it effectively?
The majority of students tend to take their exams towards the end of August or early September. This gives most students the entire summer holiday to prepare. Remember, the more time you spend preparing for the UCAT, the more likely it is you will do well. We recommend you start preparing as early as you feel is necessary (we usually recommend 3 to 4 weeks before your exam date), and you should start by creating a study plan.
Given this, we normally recommend trying to sit the UCAT at the end of August or the beginning of September, so that it does not clash with other commitments and your subjects at school/college and gives you more time to look at universities and colleges that you intend to apply to and attend medical schools and dental schools open days.
Ultimately, there is no right or wrong answer, sitting the UCAT later will allow you more time for your UCAT preparation, or sitting it earlier will give you more time to work on other aspects of your application such as work experience and the personal statement.
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Can you reschedule UCAT?
How to change the date of your UKCAT
You can postpone your exam so if you feel unwell or unprepared the best thing to do is to reschedule your UKCAT exam. However, if you postpone the exam too late then you may not be refunded your fee, so make sure you reschedule the UCAT in advance.
You can cancel or reschedule your ukcat test appointment as long as you give the appropriate amount of notice.
It can be done by contacting the Pearson Vue Customer Services Team.
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What should you take for your UCAT Exam on test day?
In terms of what you should bring to the UCAT exam and what you need to take to your UCAT exam, you should take:
A printout confirmation of your booking from Pearson Vue
One piece of photographic identification from the approved list meets the requirements stated on the Pearson Vue website.
You cannot take any personal belongings into the UCAT (UKCAT), nor can you take any food or drink. Anything that you do bring will need to be stored in a locker at the test centre.
UCAT Calculator - remember you cannot take your calculator to the exam, this is provided as an online UCAT calculator. This is needed for the UCAT quantitative reasoning section.
UKCAT Whiteboard - you are provided with a whiteboard and marker pen to use. If you fill up your UCAT whiteboard, raise your hand and a new one will be provided to you. This is often used in UCAT Decision Making
UCAT Earplugs - Earplugs in the UCAT, in theory, should be provided for your UCAT exam, however, some centres may not have this. Instead, they may have ear muffs for you to use. If you prefer using earplugs it is recommended that you take them with you just in case.
Water - unfortunately, you may not take in any food or drink into the exam, water can be provided by asking the invigilator
Pens and Pencils - these are not needed for the exam as a marker is provided to be used.
Keyboard - This is always provided, and will always have a number pad, which is excellent for UCAT quantitative reasoning.
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UCATSEN & UCAT Access Arrangement Guide 2024
Introduction
Find out everything that you need to know about the UCAT SEN, UCAT Access Arrangements and the UCAT Bursary.
UCATSEN & Access Arrangements
For anyone entitled to extra time in their exams, there are four different extended versions of the UCAT test. Please see below for more information about these exams and who might qualify for each exam. It is possible to arrange access arrangements for the UCAT exam - however, this will need to be done in advance.
Are You Entitled To UCAT Access Arrangements?
Anyone with special educational needs, disabilities or medical conditions that normally entitle them to extra time in exams may well be able to have extra time in their UCAT exam. For more information on this please visit the UCAT Access Arrangements website.
How Do I Arrange Extra Time For The UCAT?
To ensure that you qualify for the UCAT, make sure that you contact them early on in the process and let them know about your requirements, you may then be allowed to sit the UCATSEN exam.
When Should I Apply For UCATSEN?
It is recommended to apply as soon as the booking opens, this will help give the maximum amount of time to ensure that you have enough time to make the necessary arrangements for your exam. The official UCAT website states that this is best done 10 working days in advance of your exam.
UCATSEN
The UCAT SEN allows 25% extra time for the test. The UCATSEN application can be booked through the web account or by calling Pearson Vue customer services.
UCATSA
This allows extra rest time only - here you will receive 5 minutes of rest before each section.
UCATSENSA
This allows you to 25% UKCAT extra time and 5 minutes of breaks before each section.
UCATSEN50
This allows 50% UCAT extra time - it is only for those who normally get 50% of extra time on your UCAT. These can all be booked through customer services from Pearson Vue - contact them sooner rather than later. See more information on booking access arrangements click here.
Do I need to apply for access arrangements again if I did so in a previous year?
Yes, you must apply each time you sit the UCAT. Any access arrangements approved by the UCAT Office are only valid for those years sitting of the UCAT. They do not keep evidence after the usual retention period.
UCAT Bursary
There is a UCAT bursary scheme that allows anyone in financial need to sit the UCAT for free. You must meet one of their eligibility criteria. You must apply for a bursary, especially if you are already entitled to access arrangements.
Free school meals - needs a recent letter from school/college demonstrating that you receive free school meals
16-19 bursary - needs the official award letter
Learner support - needs official award letter
Full rate maintenance grant
Universal Credit
Working or Child Tax Credit
Asylum Support
You then need to contact the UCAT people to fill in their UKCAT bursary form to apply for this.
Contact the UCAT Team for more information on how to apply for the UCAT bursary.
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UCAT Test Centres Pearson Vue
Remember that you need to create an account on the Pearson VUE website, before choosing a test centre. You can only create an account once each year, so please remember your UCAT login details and password. You are going to have to complete a questionnaire during the login process.
Once you have made an account you will be able to book your exam during the testing period. You can use a test centre locator to help you look for one of the UKCAT test centres where you can sit the exam.
UCAT Contact Number & Details
If you encounter any issues - please call the Pearson Vue UCAT Team on:
In the UK: 0208 616 5106
From overseas: +44 208 616 5106
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UCAT FAQs
When can I register for UCAT 2024?
UCAT registration for 2024 opens on May 14, 2024 at 9:30 am via the Pearson Vue website.
When do UCAT test dates begin and end in 2024?
UCAT testing for 2024 begins on July 8, 2024 and ends on September 26, 2024.
When can I book my UCAT exam for 2024?
UCAT booking for 2024 opens on June 18, 2024 at 6 am.
When Is The UCAT Exam 2024?
The UCAT Exam runs from 8th July 2024 until 26th September 2024.
What is the cost of the UCAT exam for 2024?
The cost of the UCAT exam for 2024 is £70 for UK candidates and £115 for international candidates.
When is the UCAT registration deadline for 2024?
The UCAT registration deadline for 2024 is September 19, 2024 for those applying for 2025 entry.
Can I sit the UCAT exam after the registration deadline?
You can sit the UCAT exam until September 26, 2024, but you must register before the deadline to secure your spot.
How do I register for the UCAT exam?
You must first create an account on the Pearson Vue website and then book the UCAT exam once the booking period opens.
When should I sit the UCAT exam in 2024?
You should aim to sit the UCAT exam at least two weeks before the registration deadline to ensure you have enough time to prepare and any unforeseen circumstances can be dealt with. We recommend booking an early test date to avoid running out of time. We recommend doing the exam in August before you restart Year 13.
Can I change my UCAT test date once I have booked it?
You can change your UCAT test date as long as it is before the booking deadline, but be aware that test dates may fill up quickly.
What ID do I need to sit the UCAT exam?
You will need a valid passport or driver's license to sit the UCAT exam.
How many times can you sit UCAT?
You can only sit the UCAT exam once per year. If you didn't score as high as you had hoped, you cannot resit the exam this year again. We would suggest looking at UCAT Universities that place less emphasis on the UCAT exam.
Can you do UCAT at home in 2024?
In short - no. Currently, the plan is for all UCAT exams to be taken in test centres. Of course, this could change depending on the COVID-19 situation. This may be possible for international students looking to sit the UCAT test.
Do you need to put your UCAT score onto UCAS?
Your UCAT results are automatically sent to the universities in November. You can also choose to add your UCAT score to your UCAS form, but this is not mandatory.
Can you sit the UCAT after Year 12?
You need to sit the UCAT exam in the same calendar year that you're applying to Medical School. If you're applying in 2024 for 2025 entry, you must sit the UCAT in the summer of 2024.
What happens if you fail UCAT?
There is no "failing" the UCAT, but if you get a low UCAT score you may need to reconsider which UCAT universities you apply to.
Can I study medicine without the UCAT?
Yes, you can! There are some universities such as UCLAN that do not look at the UCAT (this may change for 2025 entry).
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Yes! We have some of the most experienced UCAT tutors who will be able to guide you through the UCAT exam.
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