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  1. How many sections does the UCAT consist of in total?

    Answer: 5

    The UCAT has 5 sections: Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, and the Situational Judgement Test.

  2. What is the score range for each of the four cognitive subtests in the UCAT?

    Answer: 300–900

    Each cognitive subtest is scored on a scale of 300–900, with higher scores indicating better performance.

  3. How is the Situational Judgement Test (SJT) scored in the UCAT?

    Answer: In Bands 1 to 4

    The SJT uses a banding system from Band 1 (highest) to Band 4 (lowest) rather than a numerical score like the cognitive subtests.

  4. How many questions are included in the UCAT Verbal Reasoning section?

    Answer: 44

    The Verbal Reasoning section contains 44 questions to be completed in 21 minutes.

  5. How long is the UCAT Decision Making section?

    Answer: 31 minutes

    The Decision Making section allows 31 minutes for 29 questions, giving more time per question than other sections because some involve complex scenarios.

  6. At which test centre provider are UCAT exams administered?

    Answer: Pearson VUE

    UCAT exams are delivered at Pearson VUE test centres across the UK and internationally.

  7. What does Band 1 in the UCAT Situational Judgement Test (SJT) represent?

    Answer: The highest performance level

    Band 1 is the highest band in the SJT, indicating responses that closely align with those of professionals, demonstrating strong professional values.

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