How To study For the GAMSAT

By: neil r maycock Click author's name for more of his/her articles

What is the best way to succeed in passing the GAMSAT. First of all remember that the GAMSAT is made to root out out the unready from the ready It is made to fail you. study is all. Unless you are one of the lucky few that has lightning fast quantitative and qualitative analysis, you need to set aside time to prepare to revise.

Now before you start buying every textbook in English, Biology and Physics, you need to think about the thinking behind the test. Most of the time the equation and concepts you need to pass the GAMSAT, will be GIVEN to you in the exam. Therefore do not treat the GAMSAT like a test of memory.

However, the GAMSAT does have patterns of questions and comprehending this can help you prepare.

For example:

There are four types of questions, that if you see, can eliminate unnecessary reading time.

There will be three topics to do with Biology. Gettign ready for these for these unexpected questions can increase your chance of success in
Hidden Physics ideas that are hidden as Biology questions
At least one of these will be in organic chemistry. (This is missed by most candidates).

study Is Essential
The first thing to learn is the essential concepts, that every candidate must learn, to increase your chance of passing by 50%. These strategies will help you answer questions, even when you have no idea of the answer.

Another important way to study is to understand the tailored concepts to complete the two question types and five passage types you will be given in Section I that will put you ahead of the vast part of GAMSAT candidates that run out of time.

Section II for example, involves essay writing. A good study strategy is vital to getting good marks in this part of the exam. preparing correctly will help you replicate you strategy for gaining total available marks regardless of what 'Quotes' the GAMSAT gives

If Textbooks Wont Help What Will
The most ideal way to succeed in the GAMSAT is through private study material. Choosing the best course depends on your learning style. For example, there are intensive lectures. These cram the GAMSAT information held over several days. The problem with this that tying to stuff months of study into a week is not for the weak. An alternative way to study, is to purchase a comprehensive home study. This allows you the flexibility of learning, and the ability to study at your own pace.