With high expectations and hot competition, applying to study medicine at university can be a daunting experience. One of the trickiest hurdles students will face is the University Clinical Aptitude Test – known as the UCAT. This four-part test is required by most medical and dental schools in the UK and is notorious for its fast pace and challenging questions.

At Figtree, we’ve developed a comprehensive approach to UCAT tuition, led by our most experienced tutors and medical graduates. We cover all four sections of the test – including verbal reasoning, decision making, quantitative reasoning, and situational judgement – sharing critical insights, boosting skills and honing exam technique. And of course, our one-to-one tuition is tailored to meet your bespoke needs at every stage.

Our approach to UCAT tuition

Beyond addressing gaps and improving scores across the board, our tuition is designed to deliver personalised strategies that work for you. Giving you the confidence to stand out – and step ahead.

You’ll receive:

• Real-world practice questions and mock tests that simulate the UCAT exam environment
• Targeted feedback after each session, for continual improvement
• Step-by-step support and experienced guidance through every section of the test
• Help with key skills like exam technique, time management and stress control

Our suggested UCAT timeline

Most students sit the UCAT in the summer before applying to medical school – so between school years 12 and 13. You’ll need to include your results as part of your UCAS application, which is generally due by mid-October, so as always, we recommend getting started early.

• We aim to begin six to nine months before your test, introducing the questions under each section and looking at the skills required.
• With four to six months to go, we’ll be developing key strategies, practising difficult concepts and identifying strengths and weaknesses.
• In the final two to three months, we’ll be working on intensive preparation, including timed mock exams, ready for you to sit the test in July or August.

Personal statements and interview preparation

At Figtree, UCAT tuition is just the beginning. We have a dedicated medical school admissions team on hand to help with every stage, with a network of medical students and doctors to draw on for expert insights and insider knowledge.

When it comes to drafting your personal statement, we’ll be on hand to provide personalised feedback, recommendations for extra reading and ideas to help you stand out. Meanwhile, our interview preparation focuses on practice, practice and more practice. From conducting in-depth mock interviews to running multiple mini interviews, we’ll perfect answers and simulate real-world scenarios to build confidence for the big day.

Meet your expert team

We have a proven track record supporting students into some of the finest medical schools across the country, including Oxbridge, UCL, Imperial College, Birmingham University, King’s College London. We believe our success is all down to our tailored approach, talented team – and a shared passion to see you realise your medical school aspirations.

We carefully handpick each tutor to meet the needs of every student, and many of our medical school admissions tutors scored in the top percentiles of the UCAT. We can work with you online or face to face, building a tuition programme that works around your schedule (and time zone).

You can learn more about our tutors here. Or get in touch to arrange a free 15-minute consultation, where we’ll discuss your goals, progress, and a detailed study plan for UCAT success.