UKCAT Classroom Courses

UKCAT and BMAT Courses Throughout the UK

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Kaplan's UKCAT courses—developed by education experts—ensure that our students have every possible advantage when they take their UKCAT test. Kaplan students receive both the test strategies and the practice necessary to take the UKCAT test with confidence.

Expert UKCAT Preparation

Kaplan's UKCAT preparation course consists of 2 consecutive days of tuition. The lessons focus on critical thinking and problem-solving skills with plenty of practice using Kaplan strategies for each question type. You will receive dynamic instruction guiding you through the concepts and time-saving techniques that you must know to do your best on the UKCAT. The course is led by Kaplan-trained teachers, using Kaplan's proven strategies and techniques. Please see below for a detailed breakdown of our 2-day UKCAT Classroom Course.

The Best UKCAT Teachers and Study Materials

Our teachers have all taken the UKCAT, so they know the test inside out, as well as the pressures of Test Day so they can best advise you about the test. They are thoroughly trained in teaching Kaplan's proven methods and strategies to help you score as high as possible.

The Kaplan course materials are developed by experts and updated annually so that they reflect any changes introduced by the test makers - this ensures that our materials are both current and realistic.

UKCAT Courses in the UK, Ireland and Online

Our UKCAT classroom courses are available in London, across the UK and in Ireland.

Don't forget that if you're unable to travel to one of our classroom courses, you can always participate in one of our Live Online Courses.

Download our full 2012 schedule as a PDF

UKCAT Course Overview

UKCAT Classroom Course Prices

£299 for courses beginning by 31 August
£339 for courses beginning from 01 September

Please see below for a breakdown of our 2-day UKCAT preparation course:

Day 1	Day 2
Introduction to the Course and the UKCAT Strategy Session 1: Scoring and Triage Lesson 1: Verbal Reasoning Basics (Kaplan Method, Application and Practice)	Intro to the day Strategy Session 2: Pacing and Practising Lesson 5: Advanced Verbal Reasoning (Strategies for Difficult Questions and Late Questions; Quiz)
Break	Break
Lesson 2: Quantitative Reasoning Basics (Overview, Kaplan Method, Application and Practice)	Lesson 6: Advanced Quantitative Reasoning (Strategies for Difficult Questions and Late Questions; Quiz)
Lunch	Lunch
Lesson 3: Abstract Reasoning Basics (Overview, Kaplan Method, Application and Practice)	Lesson 7: Advanced Abstract Reasoning (Strategies for Difficult Questions and Late Questions; Quiz)
Break	Break
Lesson 4: Decision Analysis Basics (Overview, Kaplan Method, Application and Practice) Wrap up; preview of Day 2	Lesson 8: Advanced Decision Analysis (Strategies for Difficult Questions and Late Questions; Quiz Strategy Session 3: Preparing for Test Day Wrap up: Final questions

UKCAT Course Materials

UKCAT Strategy Book

The Kaplan UKCAT Strategy Book provides an introduction to computer-based and multiple-choice aptitude tests, and details Kaplan strategies for each different UKCAT question type. It also includes time management techniques, and extra UKCAT practice questions.

Five Full-length Computer-based UKCAT Practice Tests

Timing on the UKCAT is extremely important. To increase your familiarity with UKCAT-style test questions and build your stamina, we offer five full-length UKCAT practice tests in a computerised interface that looks and feels just like the real UKCAT. Students should take the five computer-based practice tests after completing the Kaplan course; sitting these tests will help you practice pacing and become familiar with the UKCAT test format, helping you to answer the maximum number of questions correctly and give you more confidence on Test Day.

Ongoing Academic Support

Course enrolment includes email access to UKCAT teachers until your test date. Teachers will be available to answer academic questions that arise during your self-study following your UKCAT course.

Kaplan UKCAT Teachers

All Kaplan teachers must score highly in the test that they would like to teach in order to be considered by Kaplan. Once they have gone through the selection process, potential teachers must take part in a Teacher Development Module to learn the Kaplan methods and strategies, and are continuously assessed by our Lead Teachers and Academic Staff to ensure that they meet the quality expected from Kaplan teachers.

End of course surveys are sent out to students that have attended a Kaplan course. Several of the questions on these surveys are about the teacher of the course so teacher quality is constantly monitored.

Additional Services

UKCAT Private Tuition

Work one-to-one with a UKCAT expert! Private Tuition is a flexible option—we tailor the lessons to your specific needs, so that you focus on the areas that will help you raise your score the most.

Tuition packages begin at 10 hours and include all course materials, including access to all 5 full-length practice tests.

UKCAT OverviewUKCAT Test Information page >

The UKCAT is a multiple-choice computer-based test which is just over 1 1/2 hours (93 minutes) in total and is required for entry to medical and dental schools in the UK.

For detailed information about the UKCAT test please visit our UKCAT Test Information page >

Test Format

The UKCAT test is made up of four sections:

- Verbal Reasoning (reading comprehension)
- Quantitative Reasoning (comprehension requiring calculations)
- Abstract Reasoning (matching shapes)
- Decision Analysis (code-breaking)

Test Scores

Each section of the UKCAT is scored between 300-900 points.

Want to know what score you should be aiming for? Click here to find out about average scores on the UKCAT. A high score on the UKCAT is one way for you to set your application apart from other candidates.

You will receive your score once you have exited the testing room. This means that you will know how you have done prior to the UCAS deadline. You will receive a score for each section of the test, as well as a combined score.

Register for the Test

To register for the UKCAT test and for further information please visit www.ukcat.ac.uk.

You can also access 2 full-length practice tests on the UKCAT website. We recommend that students complete these tests as they give the opportunity to practice using the UKCAT computer software that you will experience on test day.

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