The UK Aptitude Test (UKCAT)

For Medical and Dental Degrees

The UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) is used in the selection process by a consortium of UK university Medical and Dental Schools.

The test helps universities to make more informed choices from amongst the many highly-qualified applicants who apply for their medical and dental degree programmes.

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Key Dates

  • Registration opened
  • 01 May 2012
  • Testing begins
  • 03 July 2012
  • Registration deadline
  • 21 September 2012
  • Bursary application deadline
  • 21 September 2012
  • Exemption application deadline
  • 21 September 2012
  • Last testing date
  • 05 October 2012
  • UCAS application deadline
  • 15 October 2012

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Announcements

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  • UKCAT contributes to widening participation

    This article is reported in the BMJ: http://www.bmj.com/content/344/bmj.e1805

    It suggests disadvantage experienced by some medical applicants is reduced by stronger UKCAT use.

  • New Improved Practice Tests for 2012

    In 2012, candidates can check practice tests answers against explanations for the correct ones.

    Check out our Preparation Section for further details.

  • New Bursary Criteria 2012

    As EMA is phased out in England we have had to review eligibility for UKCAT bursaries.

    Check out our Bursary Section to see if you are eligible.

  • Registration 2012 Now Live

    Registration went live on 1st May 2012

    Candidates may now register, book their tests and apply for bursaries and exemptions.

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