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Planning Time for UCAT Preparation

10th February 2025

Planning Time for UCAT Preparation

A very common question asked by aspiring medical students is “How do you balance your school work and UCAT practice?” Given that the UCAT can be equally or even more important than ATAR in the medical school selection process, it is crucial that students devote sufficient time in preparing for the UCAT, without neglecting their year 12 studies.   Dedicated time or s ...

 

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5 Characteristics to Look for in a UCAT Study Buddy

8th February 2025

5 Characteristics to Look for in a UCAT Study Buddy

Sitting the UCAT can often feel like an isolating experience, since many of your peers may be focused on other goals such as their school or university performance, making it difficult to stay motivated while studying for the UCAT. This is one of the many reasons why it can be helpful to find a UCAT study buddy, with whom you can create a community of practice where you share experie ...

 

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What Resources Should I Use to Prepare for UCAT?

7th February 2025

What Resources Should I Use to Prepare for UCAT?

There has been a proliferation of educational resources for all disciplines, and UCAT is no different. In the last few years there has been a huge increase in the UCAT resources available, both paid and free. In fact, there is so much out there that you could spend at least two whole years full time studying for UCAT using all the resources. No one has the time or motivation to do this. ...

 

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Everything You Need To Know About UCAT 2025

3rd February 2025

Everything You Need To Know About UCAT 2025

Do you want to study medicine or dentistry in 2026? If so, you will need to sit UCAT 2025. This blog describes everything you need to know about UCAT 2025.   What is UCAT? UCAT stands for University Clinical Aptitude Test. The UCAT is a 2-hour long computer-based exam that is required to gain entry into most medicine and dentistry courses across Australia, New Zealand and the U ...

 

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Making Time For UCAT: Eat That Frog!

29th January 2025

Making Time For UCAT: Eat That Frog!

  "Eat a live frog first thing in the morning and nothing worse will happen to you the rest of the day."   - Mark Twain     Brian Tracy’s 5 minute YouTube video discusses a time management strategy that has changed many people’s lives (including mine!). It discusses time ...

 

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Why You Should Be Studying for the UCAT Right Now

9th January 2025

Why You Should Be Studying for the UCAT Right Now

Are you all aboard the express train to Procrastination Station? Are you experiencing a motivation crisis? Are you just about ready to give up? There may be many reasons why you’re feeling this way and they may be impacting on your will to study and prepare for UCAT. You may be feeling tired, overwhelmed, stressed. You may have many other social, academic and extra-curricular com ...

 

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When Should I Start Preparing for the UCAT?

2nd January 2025

When Should I Start Preparing for the UCAT?

This is a very common question that students ask about UCAT. When you first start to research UCAT it can seem overwhelming and confusing. You may have many questions such as: How should I approach UCAT preparation? When should I start my UCAT prep? Do I need to prepare for the UCAT? These are all very valid questions, and this blog explores them in more detail.   Is it worth p ...

 

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How to Use Holidays to Improve in UCAT

23rd December 2024

How to Use Holidays to Improve in UCAT

Many students use the holidays to finally relax after a long year of hard work. For those sitting the UCAT, the road ahead can look especially challenging and instil feelings of anxiety. However, after taking a long-deserved rest, the holidays can actually be used efficiently and effectively to get ahead in the UCAT and obtain the score you need to get into your dream medicine course. Here are ...

 

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UCAT 2025 Changes – Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

21st December 2024

UCAT 2025 Changes – Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

The UCAT Consortium has recently announced some significant updates to the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) for students sitting UCAT ANZ in 2025. These changes will substantially impact how students prepare for and perform in UCAT this year. Understanding these updates is essential for maximizing your chances of success. Below, we address some of the most frequently asked questions ...

 

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Top 5 Tips For Making The Most Out Of MedEntry

18th December 2024

Top 5 Tips For Making The Most Out Of MedEntry

In the January of year 12, I bought the UCAT Premium Package. MedEntry had come highly recommended by numerous people who had used it previously, and MedEntry honestly proved priceless in helping me prepare for the UCAT. I completed the MedEntry free UCAT practice exam a few months earlier when I had started thinking about applying to Medicine, but having been warned of a fin ...

 

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