How to Prepare for UCAT Success with 90+
Prepare for UCAT Success with 90+
For students aspiring to enter medical school, the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) is a crucial step. At 90+, we understand the challenges of balancing UCAT preparation with other academic commitments like HSC or ATAR. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive, tailored UCAT tuition program designed to help you master every section of the exam and achieve top results.
As shown in the table below, the UCAT is made up of 5 sections: Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning and Situational Judgement. Each has a set time based on the estimated length of time to answer the questions.
What Makes Our UCAT Course Different?
1. Extensive UCAT Question Bank
Our course offers access to one of the largest and most up-to-date UCAT question banks. Covering all five sections—Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, and Situational Judgement—our questions are designed to simulate the real exam. Each question is accompanied by detailed explanations, ensuring that students understand the reasoning behind every answer. This helps to filter out misleading or overly difficult questions often found online, keeping you focused on what matters.
2. Flexible Learning Options: Face-to-Face or Online
We offer both in-person and online small group classes to accommodate different learning styles and schedules. Small class sizes ensure you receive personalized attention from our experienced tutors. Whether you prefer the direct interaction of face-to-face learning or the convenience of online sessions (with recordings available for review), our course offers flexibility without compromising on quality.
3. Expert Tutors with Proven Methodology
Our tutors are UCAT experts with years of experience and deep knowledge of the exam structure. They use proven teaching methodologies tailored to each student’s learning style, focusing on key areas where improvement is needed. Regular feedback, progress tracking, and personalized study plans ensure that each student stays on the path to success.
4. Real-Time Simulations and Feedback
We incorporate real-time UCAT simulations that replicate exam conditions, helping students become comfortable with the test format and time pressure. Immediate, personalized feedback from tutors highlights areas for improvement, enabling students to refine their strategies before exam day.
Course Structure: Two-Week Intensive Preparation
Our course is divided into focused modules over a two-week period, with each session dedicated to one section of the UCAT. You’ll receive in-depth instruction on verbal reasoning, decision making, quantitative reasoning, abstract reasoning, and situational judgement, along with regular practice sessions and mock exams.
Real-Time Simulations and Feedback: To prepare students for the actual exam experience, we incorporate real-time UCAT simulations into our course. These simulations mimic the exam conditions, helping students become familiar with the timing and pressure of the test. After each simulation, students receive immediate, personalized feedback that highlights their strengths and areas for improvement. This feedback is crucial for continuous progress and helps students refine their techniques and strategies.
10 Day UCAT Tutoring Course Plan
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10 Day UCAT Tutoring Course Plan -
Day 1: Introduction and Verbal Reasoning
Morning Session:
Course Overview: Brief introduction to the UCAT exam, structure, and scoring.
Introduction to Verbal Reasoning: Overview of verbal reasoning section, types of questions, and strategies.
Practice Session: Guided practice with sample verbal reasoning questions.
Afternoon Session:
Detailed Techniques: Teaching critical reading techniques, identifying arguments, and distinguishing between true/false/can’t tell statements.
Practice and Feedback: More practice questions with real-time feedback and group discussion to analyse common mistakes and best approaches.
“Verbal reasoning is often perceived as challenging due to its reliance on comprehension and inference skills. Starting with this section helps build foundational skills in reading and critical thinking, which are crucial for other sections.”
Day 2: Verbal Reasoning (Continued)
Morning Session:
Advanced Strategies: In-depth focus on speed reading techniques and how to handle lengthy passages.
Practice Session: Timed practice questions to simulate exam conditions.
Afternoon Session:
Review and Analyse: Review the morning session’s practice, identify common errors, and provide strategies for improvement.
Homework: Assign additional practice questions to reinforce learning.
“Reinforcing verbal reasoning helps solidify students’ understanding and builds confidence in handling complex texts under time pressure.”
Day 3: Decision Making
Morning Session:
Introduction to Decision Making: Overview of the decision making section, types of questions, and logical reasoning skills.
Teaching Strategies: Introduction to basic principles of logical reasoning, argument evaluation, and probability estimation.
Afternoon Session:
Practice and Application: Work through sample questions with step-by-step explanations.
Group Activities: Group exercises to solve decision-making problems collaboratively and share different approaches.
“Decision-making requires logical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are essential for the UCAT and future medical decision-making scenarios.”
Day 4: Decision Making (Continued)
Morning Session:
Advanced Decision Making Techniques: Teaching techniques for complex decision-making scenarios, such as Venn diagrams and logical puzzles.
Practice Session: Timed practice questions to enhance quick thinking and accuracy.
Afternoon Session:
Review and Discussion: Review practice questions, discuss solutions, and identify areas for improvement.
Homework: Assign additional decision-making questions for further practice.
“Continuing with decision making ensures students can handle a variety of question types confidently and accurately.”
Day 5: Quantitative Reasoning
Morning Session:
Introduction to Quantitative Reasoning: Overview of the quantitative reasoning section, types of questions, and required mathematical skills.
Basic Math Review: Review fundamental math concepts, including arithmetic, algebra, and basic geometry.
Afternoon Session:
Practice and Feedback: Guided practice with quantitative reasoning questions, focusing on applying mathematical concepts to solve problems.
Homework: Assign math problems to reinforce concepts learned.
“Quantitative reasoning tests numerical and problem-solving abilities, which are crucial for the analytical tasks encountered in medical professions.”
Day 6: Quantitative Reasoning (Continued)
Morning Session:
Advanced Techniques: Teaching advanced problem-solving techniques, such as estimation and using shortcuts for faster calculations.
Timed Practice: Practice questions under timed conditions to simulate exam pressure.
Afternoon Session:
Review and Analyse: Review practice questions, discuss common errors, and provide strategies for improvement.
Homework: Assign additional practice questions for further practice.
“Reinforcing quantitative reasoning ensures students are adept at handling numerical data quickly and accurately.”
Day 7: Abstract Reasoning
Morning Session:
Introduction to Abstract Reasoning: Overview of the abstract reasoning section, types of patterns, and logical sequences.
Pattern Recognition: Teaching techniques for identifying patterns, sequences, and relationships in abstract reasoning questions.
Afternoon Session:
Practice and Feedback: Guided practice with abstract reasoning questions, focusing on pattern recognition and logical thinking.
Group Activities: Collaborative exercises to solve abstract reasoning problems and share different approaches.
“Abstract reasoning tests the ability to identify patterns and logical sequences, which is important for diagnostic skills in medicine.”
Day 8: Abstract Reasoning (Continued)
Morning Session:
Advanced Techniques: Teaching advanced strategies for complex patterns and sequences.
Timed Practice: Practice questions under timed conditions to enhance quick thinking and accuracy.
Afternoon Session:
Review and Discussion: Review practice questions, discuss solutions, and identify areas for improvement.
Homework: Assign additional abstract reasoning questions for further practice.
Day 9: Integrated Practice
Morning Session:
Complete simulation of the UCAT experience: Timed practice with complete set of verbal reasoning, decision making, quantitative reasoning, and abstract reasoning questions.
Afternoon Session:
Targeted Review: Review key concepts and strategies for each section based on the morning session’s performance.
Homework: Assign additional mixed practice questions for further reinforcement.
“Integrating practice helps students transition between different types of questions, mimicking the actual exam experience and improving overall test-taking skills.”
Day 10: Situational Judgement and Final Review
Morning Session:
Introduction to Situational Judgement: Overview of the situational judgement section, types of scenarios, and ethical decision-making principles.
Teaching Strategies: Discuss principles of medical ethics, professionalism, and situational judgement techniques.
Afternoon Session:
Practice and Feedback: Guided practice with situational judgement questions, focusing on applying ethical principles to various scenarios.
Final Review: Comprehensive review of all sections, addressing any remaining questions or concerns.
Real-Time Simulation: Full-length UCAT simulation test to assess overall readiness and identify final areas for improvement.
“Situational judgement tests students’ ability to make ethical decisions in medical scenarios, which is crucial for future medical professionals. The final review ensures students are well-prepared and confident for the actual exam.”
