Candidate Advice
Read advice from high-scoring candidates in previous years.
We have also recognised some groups of candidates who may benefit from specific advice. General information about the UCAT applies to all candidates.
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Information for Candidates resident in Scotland
Working with our Scottish universities, we have pulled together specific information to support you taking the UCAT and making decisions regarding your University applications. UCAT Information UCAT Bursaries Candidates from low-income fa...
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Wellbeing when sitting the UCAT
Sitting admissions tests and applying for university can feel stressful. If you are struggling to cope, there is support available. This page signposts you to useful advice for various situations. In the first instance, you could speak to...
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Advice for candidates who are Neurodivergent
In 2024 a student researcher at the University of Nottingham explored the experience of neurodivergent candidates in preparing for and taking the UCAT. The information below has been developed as an outcome from that research. Neurodive...
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