ADMISSIONS. DONE RIGHT.

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UCAT

Master the UCAT with SynapseUK’s expert-led preparation, featuring personalised coaching, preparation courses, and strategic test-taking techniques to boost your score.

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UCAS APPLICATIONS

Optimise your UCAS application with SynapseUK’s strategic guidance, helping you select the right universities and strengthen your medical school application.

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INTERVIEW PREP

Excel in your medical school interviews with SynapseUK’s expert-led preparation, including MMI practice, panel interview coaching, interview courses and tailored feedback.

Admissions Timeline — Medicine & Dentistry

Know what to do and when. Submit strong, submit early.

Apr–May
Plan & Research
Check entry requirements. Shortlist universities. Sketch your three UCAS answers.
May–Jun
Book UCAT
Book early and map weekly prep. Sort ID and any access arrangements.
Jun
Prep Starts
Learn timing methods for VR / DM / QR + SJT frameworks. Short, daily practice.
Jul–Sep
Sit the UCAT
Testing window runs July–September. Use mocks + debriefs to fix weak spots fast.
Aug–Sep
Draft UCAS Answers
Write the three sections: Motivation • Academic Prep • Experience. Keep it evidence-led.
Late Sep
Choose Universities
Match your UCAT + grades to each policy. Balance reach / target / safer choices.
15 Oct
UCAS Deadline
Submit by 18:00 UK. Earlier is calmer and lets you focus on interviews.
Dec–Mar
Interviews
MMI / panel practice. Score sheets and three priority actions after each mock.
Mar–Sep
Offers & Enrolment
Offers Mar–May. Reply via UCAS, results in Aug, enrol in Sep.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • UCAT preparation (coaching/courses), UCAS strategy (university choices/applications), and interview prep (MMI & panel, with courses and feedback).

  • Yes — there are dedicated Medical and Dental Admissions support!

  • Mostly 1:1 for personalised prep. Small-group workshops are offered when helpful.

  • Online, at times that suit you. We set goals, practise live, and give clear next steps.

  • Access to Medify—one of the world’s leading UCAT prep platforms, used by two-thirds of UK applicants—is included with our admissions packages!