Succeeding in the Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT)

by Nicola Hawley

The Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT) is used by admissions staff as part of the application process for entry to a number of medical and veterinary schools in the UK. Places for these courses are heavily oversubscribed so it is vital that applicants excel in this test. Advanced preparation is key to ensuring that you know what to expect and to achieve the best score possible. This interactive guide, which contains detailed guidance, practice questions and a complete mock test, aims to help applicants, parents and teachers alike to prepare for and successfully complete the BMAT. In this guide, Nicola Hawley and Matt Green describe the context of the BMAT within the application process and set out how to approach the three sections of the BMAT - the Aptitude and Skills, Scientific Knowledge and Applications and the Written task. The book provides practice questions for each section to work through as part of the learning process and explorse time management techniques to ensure optimal performance. In addition, it provide a full mock exam for readers to complete under test conditions. This engaging, easy to use and comprehensive guide is essential reading for anyone serious about excelling in their BMAT examination and successfully securing their place at university.

200 pages, Paperback

First published January 26, 2009