TARA Past Papers

The Test of Academic Reasoning for Admissions (TARA) was introduced from the 2025/2026 admissions cycle onwards and consists of three modules, each lasting 40 minutes. All modules are compulsory for all candidates.

  • Critical Thinking (22 Multiple Choice Questions)

  • Problem Solving (22 Multiple Choice Questions)

  • The Writing Task (One Essay)

The Critical Thinking and Problem Solving components share a common history with the Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT) Section 1.

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