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I didn't score very highly on my UKCAT, does that mean I won't get in?

The UKCAT is used by most medical schools, but not all of them. Plus, the ones that do ask for it all use the scores in different ways. Some Medical schools choose a score which they use as a cut off when de...
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Answered by Georgina H. • UCAT tutor
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How do I conquer Abstract Reasoning?

Abstract Reasoning (AR) is a new way of thinking which draws students to make links between shapes. Although it is a new and unfamiliar topic, the best way to tackle this section is using SCANS which should ...
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Answered by Nidhish J. • UCAT tutor
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How do I figure out UKCAT abstract reasoning patterns?

Think of the categories of factors that could be used in the pattern sets and you'll be able to rapidly go through them in your head to narrow it down: colour, shape, symmetry, number, size, rotation, etc. O...
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Answered by Sophie E. • UCAT tutor
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The UKCAT test has a lot of questions and not very long to complete them. How can I make sure I get through them all in the time allowed?

Time pressure is one of the hardest aspects of the UKCAT but luckily it is an aspect that you can train for. Practicing questions under time pressure is very important. Questions can be obtained from the UKC...
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Answered by Nick O. • UCAT tutor
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I am worried about the quantitative reasoning section of the UKCAT as it doesn't look like A-Level maths! How can I best prepare?

The quantitative reasoning section of the UKCAT is designed to assess general numerical skill, and so may appear quite contrasting from the sort of maths you will be used to in A-Level. You almost need to go...
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Answered by Eleanor B. • UCAT tutor
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