UCAT Exam in Amman, Jordan — UK & Australian Medical School Admissions

University Clinical Aptitude Test

What Is the UCAT Exam?

UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) is the aptitude test required by most UK and Australian/NZ medical and dental schools. It measures cognitive abilities and professional behaviors — not scientific knowledge. Delivered at Pearson VUE centers worldwide, including Amman. The testing window is July–September each year. Jordanian students applying to UK medicine must take UCAT before the UCAS October deadline. (as of 2026)

Why Book With Shatnawi?

Pearson VUE registration assistance in Amman — book locally, no travel needed
UCAT preparation targeting 2700+ (75th percentile)
Decision Making and Abstract Reasoning coaching for maximum gains
Situational Judgement Band 1 targeting with ethics practice
Integrated UCAS personal statement + UCAT strategy guidance
UK medical school selection based on UCAT score and overall profile

What Are the UCAT Test Sections?

Verbal Reasoning

44 items — draw conclusions from written passages

Duration: 21 min

Decision Making

29 items — logic puzzles, probabilistic reasoning, Venn diagrams

Duration: 31 min

Quantitative Reasoning

36 items — interpret tables, graphs, numerical data (no calculator)

Duration: 24 min

Abstract Reasoning

50 items — identify patterns in shape sequences

Duration: 12 min

How Should Jordanian Students Prepare for UCAT?

Speed is the whole game

UCAT gives under 30 seconds per question in Verbal Reasoning. Practice at speed from day one using official question banks. Do not just practice — practice FAST.

No negative marking — never leave blanks

Unlike IMAT, there is no penalty for wrong answers. Always answer every question, even by guessing in the final seconds.

"Most Jordanian students underestimate how much preparation time UCAT requires. We recommend a minimum of eight weeks of structured study before your exam date, focusing on your weakest section from week one."

Ahmad Al-Shatnawi — Lead Admissions Advisor, Shatnawi for College Admissions and Academic Consultations

Common UCAT Questions from Jordanian Students

Which UK medical schools require UCAT?

Most UK medical schools require UCAT, including Imperial College London, King's College London, UCL, Edinburgh, Sheffield, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Dundee, St Andrews, and more. Check ucat.ac.uk for the full list.

When should I take UCAT?

Take UCAT during the annual testing window July–September, before the UCAS October deadline. Book as early as possible in May when registration opens. Early July slots allow maximum preparation time.

What is a good UCAT score?

Average total is ~2600. A strong score is 2800+ (75th+ percentile). Top decile (3000+) strongly helps applications to Imperial and UCL. Situational Judgement Band 1 is preferred.

Can I retake UCAT?

Only once per admissions cycle. Thorough preparation before test day is essential. You can take UCAT again in a subsequent year if you reapply.

How is UCAT different from BMAT which was discontinued?

BMAT tested scientific knowledge; UCAT does not. BMAT was discontinued after October 2024. UCAT is now the main aptitude test for UK medicine.

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Exam Fee	£115 international (paid to UCAT Consortium)
Duration	2 hours total (5 timed sections)
Format	Computer-based at Pearson VUE (Amman available)
Scoring	1200–3600 (sections 1–4, 300–900 each); Situational Judgement Band 1–4
Frequency	Annual window: July–September. Register from May.