University Clinical Aptitude Test and Medical School Entry

UCAT & Medical Admissions

Gaining a place at a UK medical or dental school is among the most competitive achievements in higher education. Nearly every UK medical school uses the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) as a key shortlisting criterion, testing verbal reasoning, decision making, quantitative reasoning, abstract reasoning, and situational judgement. Some schools — including Oxford, Cambridge, and Imperial — additionally require the BMAT (Biomedical Admissions Test), which assesses scientific knowledge, critical thinking, and essay writing. Koydo brings together structured practice for both tests alongside the wider application process: personal statement guidance, interview preparation (including MMI formats), and subject-knowledge revision for Biology, Chemistry, and beyond.

What Koydo gives you

Full UCAT practice: all five sections with timed conditions
BMAT Section 1, 2, and 3 preparation including essay practice
Data interpretation and decision-making drills for the QR and DM sections
Situational Judgement Test coaching with worked scenarios
Medical school interview preparation (MMI and panel formats)
Personal statement brainstorming and structure guidance

Who it's for: Year 12 and Year 13 students applying to UK medical, dental, and veterinary schools, and graduates applying as mature students.

Frequently asked questions

What is the UCAT and why does it matter?

The UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) is a 2-hour computer-based test taken in Year 13 (or earlier for some international students). Most UK medical and dental schools use your UCAT score to decide whether to invite you to interview. A high score can compensate for predicted grades that are slightly below a school's threshold; a low score can exclude an otherwise strong applicant.

Do I need to prepare for both UCAT and BMAT?

It depends on which medical schools you are applying to. Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, and UCL currently require the BMAT in addition to (or instead of) the UCAT. Check the admissions pages of each school on your UCAS list and make sure you are registered for the correct test(s) by the relevant deadline.

How much time should I spend preparing for the UCAT?

Most successful candidates spend 4–8 weeks of focused preparation, practising for at least 30–60 minutes per day. Starting in May or June before the August/September test window gives you sufficient time without burning out. Koydo's adaptive system concentrates your practice on your weakest UCAT sections.

Does Koydo help with medical school interviews?

Yes. Koydo includes a growing bank of MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) scenarios covering ethical dilemmas, communication exercises, and clinical knowledge questions, alongside panel-format practice. The AI tutor gives structured feedback on your responses against common marking criteria.

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