What is UCAT?

The UCAT is a two hour multiple choice questions test. UCAT is administered on computer throughout July and early August. UCAT is one of three criteria used by most Australian and NZ universities in selecting students into high demand health related careers such as medicine and dentistry:

1. UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test)
2. ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank)
3. Interview performance (Panel or MMI)

The above three criteria are weighted equally by most universities. Performing well in the UCAT is critical for students wishing to enter medicine or other health science courses.

Most countries in the world have three such criteria which need to be met to be accepted into medical school: Academic performance in school/university + a generic skills test (UCAT, MCAT, GAMSAT, UKCAT, BMAT etc.,) + performance in an interview.

You will find information on the specific requirements of each university here: https://www.medentry.edu.au/universities/university-admissions-guide

For more information about the UCAT, you can view our free resources page: https://www.medentry.edu.au/free

Updated on: 14/11/2025