Admissions Tests - BioMedical Asmissions Test (BMAT Preparation

BioMedical Admissions Test Preparation

The Biomedical Admissions test (BMAT) is a subject-specific test for admissions to medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine. A growing number of medical schools in Europe and South East Asia are adopting the test, in addition to the following British universities that require it: ● Brighton and Sussex Medical School M ● University of Cambridge M ● Imperial College, London M ● University of Oxford M, B ● Keele University M

(international applicants only) ● Lancaster University M, MF ● University of Leeds M, D ● University College London M ● University of Manchester M

(international applicants only) M - Medicine, D - Dentistry, B - Biomedical Sciences, MF - Foundation year for medicine and surgery

BMAT Preparation Course

In early September before A-level teaching commences those students applying to one or more of the above medical schools, usually in addition to preparing for UCAT, participate in a BMAT preparation course. The course covers the full range of aptitudes and skills required to take the test, as well as the Key Stage 4 Core Science and Higher Mathematics needed for the scientific knowledge and applications part of the test. Through syllabus revision and intensive question practice, students build confidence and learn valuable test-taking skills. Students are also given revision packs to take home for further practice.

There are usually two exam sittings of BMAT for entrance to UK universities. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, BMAT – September will not go ahead in 2021. This leaves 3rd November as the only date that the test can be taken.

Key Dates - 2021

Registration opens:

Wednesday 1st September Registration deadline: Friday 1st October LATE entry closing date: Friday 15th October Test date: Wednesday 3rd November Results : Friday 26th November

The BMAT Test

The BMAT is a two hour, pen-and-paper test divided into three sections. It does not require a lot of extra study as it is a test of skills and knowledge that learners are expected to have already. The BMAT is divided into three sections:

Section 1: Thinking Skills

What does it test? Generic skills in problem-solving and critical thinking. Questions 32 multiple choice. Timing 60 minutes.

Section 2: Scientific Knowledge and Applications

What does it test? The ability to apply scientific knowledge from school science and maths up to and including the level of National Curriculum Key Stage 4.

Questions 27 questions, multiple choice or short answer.

Timing 30 minutes.

Section 3: Writing Task

What does it test? The ability to select, develop and organise ideas, and to communicate them in writing, concisely and effectively.

Questions One essay question from a choice of three questions.

Timing 30 minutes.