The UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test), previously known as the UKCAT, is just under two hours long. It consists of five individually timed sections. There are three sections that test cognitive skills (Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, and Quantitative Reasoning) and a fourth section that tests Situational Judgement. These sections are, respectively, 22 minutes, 37 minutes, 26 minutes, and 26 minutes. Altogether, there are 184 questions to answer, all in multiple-choice format. UCAT candidates can request access arrangements such as extra time or other accommodations if they have documented special requirements. There are various extended versions of the test that allow for additional answering time or rest breaks if required.
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