When is the UCAT, how do I book?

When is the UCAT 2024?

14 May (09:30 BST) UCAT Account creation opens. Bursary and Access Arrangement applications open

18 June (06:00 BST)- Booking opens

8 July - Testing starts

15 September (23:59 BST) - Access Arrangement application deadline 19 September (12 noon BST) - Booking deadline. UCAT Account creation closes

26 September - Last test day

27 September (16:00 BST) - Bursary Scheme application deadline

15 October - UCAS deadline

Early November - Results delivered to universities

How much does it cost?

The test fee must be paid unless you are eligible for a bursary.

• Tests taken in the UK: £70

• Tests taken outside the UK: £115

UK candidates in financial need can apply for a UCAT Bursary Voucher to pay for their test.

How do I book it?

https://www.ucat.ac.uk/register/booking-your-test/

Where can I sit the UCAT?

The UCAT is delivered in Pearson VUE test centres throughout the UK and in 130+ countries worldwide.

You can find your nearest test centre using the very helpful - Pearson VUE Test Centre Locator

What universities require the UCAT?

Most medical schools in the UK require the UCAT exam. The other exam sometimes required is called the BMAT. 2023 is the final year of the BMAT exam as it is being phased out. Some universities, such as Leeds University, have already decided to switch to using the UCAT for this year.

BMAT universities include:

• Brighston and Sussex Medical School.

• Imperial College London.

• Lancaster University.

• University College London (UCL).

• University of Cambridge.

• University of Oxford.