OnVUE UCAT Test Tools

This information is for candidates approved to sit an online proctored (OnVUE) test.


Note taking

The OnVUE UCAT does not have a built-in digital whiteboard. Instead, you are allowed to use a physical erasable whiteboard (and permitted accessories) for note taking, which you will need to obtain yourself.

Whiteboard requirements:

  • 1 erasable whiteboard no larger than 30x50 centimetres (12x20 inches)
  • Up to 2 dry erase markers
  • 1 dry erase whiteboard eraser

A single piece of plain white paper laminated on both sides is also acceptable. It must be no larger than 30x50cm (12x20 inches).

The following items are NOT allowed*:

  • Whiteboards with grids, other markings or background colours
  • Paper
  • Pen / Pencil
  • Permanent Marker
  • Paper Towels, Napkins
  • Whiteboard Spray
  • Paper in a clear slide
  • Writing tablet / Boogie Board / Doodle pad
  • Chalkboards

*This list is not exhaustive.

At the beginning of your test, you will be asked to show the proctor your whiteboard is completely blank (front and back). At the end of your test, you will be asked to show the proctor that you have erased all your notes.  Failure to comply could result in your exam session being terminated and/or your results being cancelled.

Other test tools

As part of your UCAT preparation, we recommend familiarising yourself with the test tools and functionality, as this can save valuable time on test day.

These features are explained in the Tour Tutorial and included in our Practice Tests.