Our Gold Standard GAMSAT virtual reality full-length practice tests are based on ACER's format and thus reproduce the balance of question types, timing and difficulty level of the real GAMSAT. That's why we call them Virtual Reality (VR) GAMSAT exams: they are as similar to the real exam as possible without replicating actual exam questions.
We have taken our top MCQs: 185 for each exam from across the GS Universe of over 5000 MCQs based on recent and recurring themes from the real GAMSAT. All of this, and you can sit the VR test as a proctored exam in a classroom with your peers. You will receive raw scores, scaled scores through your online GS account. Your 2 essays will be corrected and returned to you within 2-3 business days with helpful, constructive comments.
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All handouts are included in your course fee and will be provided on the day of the seminar. Please bring a pencil and pen for each day of class and a notepad for your notes, calculations and diagrams. Also, please bring picture ID to the first class for registration. Students are not permitted to make video recordings of our courses. No calculators are needed since they are not permitted for the exam.
Consider bringing snacks and bottled water as refreshments are not included.
Please note: if you are absent from the seminar, it is not possible to email/mail the course handouts. Handouts will only be given to the registered students in the classroom.
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam VR-2 is constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting the mock exam. The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 2-3 business days with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | MCQ Correction |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | Open discussion, Final tips |
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| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1: Structure, Strategies and Vocabulary with PBL |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 1: Reading Speed and Comprehension with PBL |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 2: Structure, Strategies, Ideas Lab and Gold Ideas |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 2: Learning to Grade, PBL (grade and be graded) |
| 05:00 - 06:00 | Free seminar: GAMSAT overview, plan Section 2 essays, sample Section 3 MCQs |
| Time | Science Background* | Non-science Background* |
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| 09:00 - 09:30 | Introduction, group assignments | Introduction, group assignments |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1 Test: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences | Interactive PBL: Elementary Physical Sciences followed by 10 minute break |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2 Test: Written Communication (2 essays) | Interactive PBL: Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 02:10 | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples |
| 02:10 - 02:30 | Break | Break |
| 02:30 - 03:30 | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† |
| 03:30 - 05:00 | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs |
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| Time | Science Background* | Non-science Background* |
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| 09:00 - 09:30 | Introduction, group assignments | Introduction, group assignments |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1 Test: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences | Interactive PBL: Elementary Physical Sciences followed by 10 minute break |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2 Test: Written Communication (2 essays) | Interactive PBL: Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 02:10 | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples |
| 02:10 - 02:30 | Break | Break |
| 02:30 - 03:30 | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† |
| 03:30 - 05:00 | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Physics Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | General Chemistry Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Biology Content + Interpreting Experiments, Tables and Graphs |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Biology |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Organic Chemistry Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Organic Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
GAMSAT questions have certain patterns. Learn those patterns to master those questions. Our Gold Standard GAMSAT virtual reality full-length practice tests are based on ACER's format and thus reproduce the balance of question types, timing and difficulty level of the real GAMSAT.
In this course, students sit a full-length practice exam (Virtual Reality GAMSAT VR-1 exam) on the 1st day; the 2nd day is for review and problem-solving analysis; the 3rd day is to cover advanced GAMSAT topics and to apply problem-based learning to the review of the content from the VR-1 practice test. A second full-length proctored GAMSAT VR-2 Mock Exam features the best of Gold Standard's GAMSAT-level practice questions.
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GAMSAT course options: live in class or recorded version of the class available online until the March exam.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch, Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | Break |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | MCQ Correction and Discussion |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1 Strategies; Open Floor to Student Questions, Section 1 and 2 |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 2 Strategies; Volunteers Read Essays which are Critiqued and Scored |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions + PBL |
| Continuing the review of the worked solutions is the basis of this brand new session. We continue to use PBL to further develop exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to advanced and recently trending GAMSAT topics (9 am – 5 pm). |
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam VR-2 constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting the mock exam. The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 1 week with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | MCQ Correction |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | Open discussion, Final tips |
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Note: This is a bridging day for both science and non-science students or those who have some gaps in science understanding.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1: Structure, Strategies and Vocabulary with PBL |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 1: Reading Speed and Comprehension with PBL |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 2: Structure, Strategies, Ideas Lab and Gold Ideas |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 2: Learning to Grade, PBL (grade and be graded) |
| 05:00 - 06:00 | Free seminar: GAMSAT overview, plan Section 2 essays, sample Section 3 MCQs |
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| Time | Science Background* | Non-science Background* |
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| 09:00 - 09:30 | Introduction, group assignments | Introduction, group assignments |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1 Test: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences | Interactive PBL: Elementary Physical Sciences followed by 10 minute break |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2 Test: Written Communication (2 essays) | Interactive PBL: Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 02:10 | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples |
| 02:10 - 02:30 | Break | Break |
| 02:30 - 03:30 | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† |
| 03:30 - 05:30 | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs |
| 05:30 - 06:00 | Optional: Additional essay | Optional: Additional essay |
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* We realise that not everyone fits cleanly in either of these categories so it comes down to a personal choice. If you have a remote science background, little or no science in your formal university education then these are generally regarded as 'Non-science Background'.
†Most of "Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs" involves graphs related to Biology.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Physics Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Physics, General Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
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| 09:00 - 10:45 | Biology Content + Interpreting Experiments, Tables and Graphs |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Biology, Organic Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
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Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exams VR-1 and VR-2 constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting this mock exam. NEW: The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 1 week with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch, Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | Break |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | MCQ Correction and Discussion |
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| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1 Strategies; Open Floor to Student Questions, Section 1 and 2 |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 2 Strategies; Volunteers Read Essays which are Critiqued and Scored |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions + PBL |
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| Continuing the review of the worked solutions is the basis of this brand new session. We continue to use PBL to further develop exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to advanced and recently trending GAMSAT topics (9 am – 5 pm). |
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| Aug 23, 2019 £133 |
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Feb 14, 2020 Live online or attendance in Sydney $199 |
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BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam VR-2 constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting the mock exam. The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 1 week with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | MCQ Correction |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | Open discussion, Final tips |
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VR-1 and VR-2 are our "Greatest Hits? exams! These are our only exams that are solely available in class (our other exams are available in the Heaps book or as online tests). VR-1 and VR-2 contain our most relevant content from our 5000+ MCQs PLUS brand new practice questions touching on the reasoning required by the most recent GAMSATs. After the mock exam, all students will be provided with online access to worked solutions to every practice question in their Virtual Reality GAMSAT mock exam.
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Did my GAMSAT back in 2010 and only got 58 for Section 2. After two months of essay practice and feedback from Gold Standard, boosted my Section 2 to 68 this year. Highly recommended.
The Gold Standard program is a godsend! The dedication, conscientious student-centred approach and excellent collaboration within the team are evident in the comprehensive range of their service – the textbooks, Question of the Day, webinars, videos, work solutions for practice tests, the Heaps book, the Live Course and the Essay Correction Service, to name a few.
My learning journey has been well supported by Dr. Ferdinand and his strong team, who excel themselves at a 'gold standard'. The Essay Correction Service has been a great eye opener. The markers' constructive and thought-provoking timely feedback has certainly helped me learn to write essays in the style required for the GAMSAT writing tasks. Furthermore, they have been a catalyst for broadening my skill base way beyond sitting the exam, sharpening my awareness of the world, humanity and about myself.
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Gold Standard has now produced the most comprehensive preparation for GAMSAT 2020. Three textbooks to help you learn each section in incredible depth. All come complete with heaps of extras, including one-year online access. Each textbook is in colour and has over 400 pages (total: 1312 pages; 3.5 kg). The biggest change from previous editions is the adding of brand new pages and content directed at problem-based learning starting with the most elementary ideas in each domain and working right up to complex GAMSAT-style reasoning.
Publisher's Note: These books will not be changing until after the September 2020 exam. The current edition(s) represent the most updated and helpful GAMSAT preparation for both the March and September 2020 exams. 
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Problem-based learning (PBL) is a student-centered active learning process in which students learn about a subject through the experience of solving problems. Students learn both thinking strategies and relevant knowledge. PBL is the most popular learning technique in medical schools across the world because research has shown that students learn better and remember longer as compared to traditional lectures.
Gold Standard GAMSAT is not associated nor affiliated with ACER in any way. However, we think that it is very important for your future GAMSAT success that you consider the following quote from ACER's website referring to the current GAMSAT:
Gold Standard GAMSAT was the first to introduce problem-based learning (PBL) to GAMSAT courses in Australia. Virtually all students - regardless of academic background - participate in solving GAMSAT practice questions, and discuss responses as well as strategies. The role of the instructor is to facilitate learning by supporting, guiding, and teaching background content.
Although PBL is central to the way we help to optimise your learning, it is your choice. If you do not wish to participate for any reason, when you register for class on the morning of the seminar, please let the instructor know and we will respect your choice.
We call them our Virtual Reality (VR) GAMSAT exams because they are as similar to the real exam as possible without replicating the real exam. VR-1 and VR-2 are both full-length 'greatest hits' practice papers proctored on campus.
First, we constructed the step-by-step worked solutions for all 440 Section 3 MCQs from ACER with the aim to make your GAMSAT preparation easier. But of course, in so doing we took a deep dive into ACER's techniques, reasoning and strategies. This experience informs the construction of our VR exams. Then, we listened to recurring exam themes from students as reported in public forums, with an emphasis on the most recent real exams. To be clear, we have no interest in replicating precise questions; our objective is to replicate the reasoning through themes which can be applied to innumerable other scenarios that ACER may construct.
We have taken our top MCQs: 185 for each exam from across the GS Universe of over 5000 MCQs based on recent and recurring themes from the real GAMSAT. All of this, and you can sit the VR test as a proctored exam in a classroom with your peers. You will receive raw scores, scaled scores, and your 2 essays corrected and returned to you within 1 week with helpful, constructive comments.
The GS Universe includes 4 books, online chapter review MCQs, webinars, HEAPS mock exams including GS exams, as well as some content strictly constructed for the VR mock exams.
VR-1 is followed by 2 full days of deconstruction, strategies and PBL.
VR-2 is followed by online access to answers, helpful worked solutions including Section 3 background videos where applicable.
Now is the time to get ready for your Virtual Reality GAMSAT!
We call them our Virtual Reality (VR) GAMSAT exams because they are as similar to the real exam as possible without replicating the real exam. VR-1 and VR-2 are both full-length 'greatest hits' practice papers proctored on campus.
First, we constructed the step-by-step worked solutions for all 440 Section 3 MCQs from ACER with the aim to make your GAMSAT preparation easier. But of course, in so doing we took a deep dive into ACER's techniques, reasoning and strategies. This experience informs the construction of our VR exams. Then, we listened to recurring exam themes from students as reported in public forums, with an emphasis on the most recent real exams. To be clear, we have no interest in replicating precise questions; our objective is to replicate the reasoning through themes which can be applied to innumerable other scenarios that ACER may construct.
We have taken our top MCQs: 185 for each exam from across the GS Universe of over 5000 MCQs based on recent and recurring themes from the real GAMSAT. All of this, and you can sit the VR test as a proctored exam in a classroom with your peers. You will receive raw scores, scaled scores, and your 2 essays corrected and returned to you within 1 week with helpful, constructive comments.
The GS Universe includes 4 books, online chapter review MCQs, webinars, HEAPS mock exams including GS exams, as well as some content strictly constructed for the VR mock exams.
VR-1 is followed by 2 full days of deconstruction, strategies and PBL.
VR-2 is followed by online access to answers, helpful worked solutions including Section 3 background videos where applicable.
Now is the time to get ready for your Virtual Reality GAMSAT!
Sydney • Melbourne • Brisbane • Adelaide • Perth • Dublin • London
It is possible to attend 1 or more days in class.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1: Structure, Strategies and Vocabulary with PBL |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 1: Reading Speed and Comprehension with PBL |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 2: Structure, Strategies, Ideas Lab and Gold Ideas |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 2: Learning to Grade, PBL (grade and be graded) |
| 05:00 - 06:00 | Free seminar: GAMSAT overview, plan Section 2 essays, sample Section 3 MCQs |
| Time | Science Background* | Non-science Background* |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Introduction, group assignments | Introduction, group assignments |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1 Test: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences | Interactive PBL: Elementary Physical Sciences followed by 10 minute break |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2 Test: Written Communication (2 essays) | Interactive PBL: Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 02:10 | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples |
| 02:10 - 02:30 | Break | Break |
| 02:30 - 03:30 | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† |
| 03:30 - 05:30 | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs |
| 05:30 - 06:00 | Optional: Additional essay | Optional: Additional essay |
* We realise that not everyone fits cleanly in either of these categories so it comes down to a personal choice. If you have a remote science background, little or no science in your formal university education then these are generally regarded as 'Non-science Background'.
†Most of "Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs" involves graphs related to Biology.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Physics Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Physics, General Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Biology Content + Interpreting Experiments, Tables and Graphs |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Biology, Organic Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exams VR-1 and VR-2 constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting this mock exam. NEW: The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 1 week with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch, Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | Break |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | MCQ Correction and Discussion |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1 Strategies; Open Floor to Student Questions, Section 1 and 2 |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 2 Strategies; Volunteers Read Essays which are Critiqued and Scored |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions + PBL |
| Continuing the review of the worked solutions is the basis of this brand new session. We continue to use PBL to further develop exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to advanced and recently trending GAMSAT topics (9 am – 5 pm). |
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam VR-2 constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting the mock exam. The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 1 week with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | MCQ Correction |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | Open discussion, Final tips |
VR-1 and VR-2 are our "Greatest Hits? exams! These are our only exams that are solely available in class (our other exams are available in the Heaps book or as online tests). VR-1 and VR-2 contain our most relevant content from our 5000+ MCQs PLUS brand new practice questions touching on the reasoning required by the most recent GAMSATs. After the mock exam, all students will be provided with online access to worked solutions to every practice question in their Virtual Reality GAMSAT mock exam.
Every year, we do have students attending our classes with no preparation. Although all students will learn in class because of the interactive way we teach, preparing for class will help you optimise your in-class experience. If the real GAMSAT is the Olympics, Gold Standard courses represent your coach and training, and what you do at home is similar to going to the gym to work out before you come for training.
We will spell out the ideal pre-class preparation below. However, if the ideal is not possible, no matter what your background, please review our online Gold Standard videos. You can review all of Physics, from the very beginning right up to what we do in class, in only 5 hours. So at least by spending time reviewing each of the sciences in the Videos section of gamsat-prep.com, you would greatly improve your long term advantage of attending class. If you don't want to access our videos, you can try Khan Academy or YouTube searches.
Our aim is to help you optimise your score in the most efficient way possible.
There are some fun things that we suggest for Section 1 and 2, like spending a few minutes on TED.com at least twice per week. If you see a video that you really like, take down just a couple of sentences (notes). You may find it perfect for an essay.
Do the exercises in the Gold Standard book for Sections 1 and 2. If you don't have the book, consider getting GAMSAT University which has an online version: GAMSAT University.
1. You can find a Study Plan that you can download and more advice here: FREE GAMSAT Advice.
2. Online webinars: Dr Ferdinand has free one-hour live online monthly seminars: FREE GAMSAT Webinars.
3. We have placed worked solutions to all ACER's practice problems on YouTube for FREE: Gold Standard GAMSAT YouTube
5. GAMSAT Physics Sample Questions
7. Free GAMSAT Maths Tips and Formulas
If you have particular difficulty in some area, just let us know how you are preparing and we'll see if we can give you some advice or guidance. You can use the Live Chat feature on our website or our forum or email us directly at learn@gamsat-prep.com.
Of course, we do recommend that you do some reading before the course begins. As you know, your options include The Gold Standard Textbook or The Complete GAMSAT Home Study Package or, for ESL students or those who have sat the GAMSAT and have had problems in a particular section, we have specific online programs for Sections 1, 2 or 3.
Because the GAMSAT has been increasingly focused on graphs and tables, please consider the following:
1. One of the initial steps to understand graphs and tables is to review the GAMSAT Math chapters of the GS GAMSAT book. Math is the basis of graphs and tables and must be understood before moving on to GAMSAT-level practice.
2. Only after a GAMSAT Math review, you can consider the section Dr. Ferdinand created on our website dedicated to science GAMSAT-level graphs and tables, in Biology Lessons, Chapter 0. GAMSAT Biology Graph Analysis Practice Questions. Although science graphs can be very complex, it will make Section 1 tables and graph interpretation much easier. As mentioned earlier, it all begins with Math.
All handouts are included in your course fee and will be provided on the day of the seminar. Please bring a pencil and pen for each day of class and a notepad for your notes, calculations and diagrams. Also, please bring picture ID to the first class for registration. Students are not permitted to make video recordings of our courses. No calculators are needed since they are not permitted for the exam.
Please bring your ACER GAMSAT practice booklets (or e-book access with your electronic device or print-out) so that if time is left at the end, worked solutions can be presented in class. Since Gold Standard has already placed all Section 3 worked solutions on YouTube, we do not focus on using precious class time for that purpose. However, when there is applicability to content you have just learned in class, we may briefly examine content from ACER.
Consider bringing snacks and bottled water as refreshments are not included.
It is not necessary for you to bring the Gold Standard GAMSAT textbook to class; however, if you have any questions regarding any content from the book, you can bring it and there will be time for you to clarify any issues in class.
Please note: if you are absent from the seminar, it is not possible to email/mail the course handouts. Handouts will only be given to the registered students in the classroom.
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10 years of experience writing GAMSAT books, teaching GAMSAT courses and creating GAMSAT videos. Find out why The Gold Standard GAMSAT Preparation Courses have been called . . .
Teaching GAMSAT since 2010 has allowed us to teach students at their level. Whether you have a science or non-science background, we can bring you up to GAMSAT level as long as you have the time and energy.
Attend only the courses that target an area of weakness for just $199 per one full day of our classes on campus including course handouts or get the full package that includes books, videos, attendance courses & more.
Besides our 70+-hour GAMSAT Video Library which includes complex graph analysis and interpretation, we have also uploaded on YouTube over 100 videos of explanations for all ACER GAMSAT practice ebooks. Click to see sample GAMSAT Videos.
We now offer a total of 100 contact hours of class time (64 hours on campus + 12 online tutorials): more direction to your GAMSAT preparation through problem-based learning; more guidance to maximise your use of our learning materials.
"When I decided to take GAMSAT, I was completely lost and did not know where should I start since I did not have a science background... I purchased the book that guided me around main topics and the HEAP[s] book with 10 practise tests, I watched every single available webinar, I did live courses on campus, and used essay-correction services... I could not be more satisfied and confident with my preparation."
"Felt overwhelmed for all three sections before I started studying for the GAMSAT... Found the Humanities textbook to be very beneficial for sections 1 and 2, and the videos (both science videos and acer answers) to be the best for section 3. Essay correction service was also excellent - they [don't] just give you general replies… and give examples of how you could have said things differently."
"... the youtube breakdowns of EVERY SINGLE ACER past paper for FREE is truly a godsend for anybody who is studying for GAMSAT. For someone from a Non-Science Background such as myself, having these resources available to help me understand why I was getting questions wrong, and to provide a possible method for solving each of these questions was amazing. I can't thank Dr Ferdinand and his team enough for his work."
"After sitting the GAMSAT several times and trying several other preparation courses out there, I came across the Gold Standard by watching Brett's YouTube videos. I signed up for the full program... I finally achieved my dream GAMSAT score and was offered my first Medical School interview at my first choice University! Could not recommend this course more highly! It's an absolute game changer!!"
"The dedication, conscientious student-centred approach and excellent collaboration within the team are evident in the comprehensive range of their service – the textbooks, Question of the Day, webinars, videos, work solutions for practice tests, the Heaps book, the Live Course and the Essay Correction Service, to name a few… Thank you all for your great effort and being such excellent guides along the journey."
"Took their 4 day course (Section 1 & 2, bridging day, and 2 days of section 3), and found it INCREDIBLY helpful. It really pointed out where I needed to fill the gaps in my knowledge, where I was wasting time learning content that just wouldn't be relevant, and how to tackle problems and identify patterns that show up repeatedly on the test… I have a much better idea now of how to deal with the question…"
"Thank you Dr Ferdinand and the GS team… I come from a non-science background and after doing a lot of research into the GAMSAT courses that are available I chose Gold Standard. The content is great but I found the direction on how to approach the test [equally] as useful. I've heard stories from people who have done other GAMSAT courses and they weren't provided with the depth of instruction and support that I received from GS."
"I HIGHLY recommend both the books and the online resources which have had a huge amount of time and effort put into preparing them. The free videos on Youtube are especially amazing - each and every Acer paper has been examined with individual breakdowns for each of the questions. Such a fantastic resource! Thank you for all your time and effort."
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Join us for our 10th year of GAMSAT preparation courses on campus across Australia, the UK and Ireland.
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Dr. Ferdinand uses a problem-based learning approach to teach the most frequently tested GAMSAT topics in non-science verbal reasoning (Section 1), written communication (Section 2 essays), and the sciences (Section 3). A 1-day bridging course is available to help science students review Section 1 and 2 strategies; non-science students cover basic science to prepare for the next 2 days of science review.
In this mock exam course, students sit a full-length practice test (Virtual Reality GAMSAT VR-1 exam) on the first day; the second day is an interactive review of worked solutions & problem-solving analysis; the third day covers advanced GAMSAT topics and applies problem-based learning to the review of the content from the full-length practice test. Option: Attend a second 1-day full-length proctored GAMSAT VR-2 Mock Exam.
Customise your GAMSAT preparation by choosing only the course day of your choice ($199):
$199 is as affordable as getting a tutor, but you will be taught by the author of the first GAMSAT textbook, ever.
Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses
• Handouts are included in course tuition.
• The 2 essays (Task A and Task B) from each mock exam will be scored and returned to you within 48 hours with helpful, constructive advice.
• If you intend to purchase 6 or more days, it may be more economical to purchase our 7 or 8-day GS GAMSAT Course.
| Date | January 20, 21, 22; March 13, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | Seminar Room |
| Location |
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| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Test (VR-1) & Review | January 20, 21, 22, 2021 | $597 |
| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Tests (VR-1 and VR-2) & Review | January 20, 21, 22; March 13, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | January 27, 28; February 12 (options: live online or attendance in Sydney); March 13, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5pm daily |
| Room | Common Room |
| Location |
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| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Test (VR-1) & Review | January 27, 28; February 12, 2021 | $597 |
| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Tests (VR-1 and VR-2) & Review | January 27, 28; February 12; March 13, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | February 3, 4, 5; March 13, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | TBA |
| Location |
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| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Test (VR-1) & Review | February 3, 4, 5, 2021 | $597 |
| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Tests (VR-1 and VR-2) & Review | February 3, 4, 5; March 13, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | February 10, 11, 12; March 13, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | Chapel Room |
| Location |
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| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Test (VR-1) & Review | February 10, 11, 12, 2021 | $597 |
| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Tests (VR-1 and VR-2) & Review | February 10, 11, 12; March 13, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | February 17, 18, 19; March 6, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5pm daily |
| Room | TBA |
| Location |
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| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Test (VR-1) & Review | February 17, 18, 19, 2021 | $597 |
| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Tests (VR-1 and VR-2) & Review | February 17, 18, 19; March 6, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | February 27 & March 13, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | Executive 3 |
| Location |
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| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Test (VR-1) & Online Review | February 27, 2021 | €149 |
| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Test (VR-2) & Online Review | March 13, 2021 | €149 |
| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Tests (VR-1 and VR-2) & Online Review | February 27 & March 13, 2021 | €298 |
| Date | August 26, 27, 28; September 5, 2020 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | Room 307, Skempton Building |
| Location |
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| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Test (1) & Review | August 26, 27, 28, 2020 | £400 |
| Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Tests (2) & Review | August 26, 27, 28; September 5, 2020 | £400 |
Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses
• Handouts are included in course tuition.
• If you intend to purchase 6 or more days, it may be more economical to purchase our 7 or 8-day GS GAMSAT Course.
| Date | January 16, 17, 18, 19, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | Seminar Room |
| Location |
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| Non-science ( Section 1, 2) PBL Course | January 16 & 17, 2021 | $398 |
| Science (Section 3) PBL Course | January 17, 18, 19, 2021 | $597 |
| Comprehensive Section 1, 2, 3 Course | January 16, 17, 18, 19, 2021 | $597 $796
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| Date | January 23, 24, 25, 26, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | Common Room |
| Location |
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| Non-science ( Section 1, 2) PBL Course | January 23 & 24, 2021 | $398 |
| Science (Section 3) PBL Course | January 24, 25, 26, 2021 | $597 |
| Comprehensive Section 1, 2, 3 Course | January 23, 24, 25, 26, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | January 30, 31; February 1, 2, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | TBA |
| Location |
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| Non-science ( Section 1, 2) PBL Course | January 30 & 31, 2021 | $398 |
| Science (Section 3) PBL Course | January 31; February 1, 2, 2021 | $597 |
| Comprehensive Section 1, 2, 3 Course | January 30, 31; February 1, 2, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | February 6, 7, 8, 9, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | Chapel Room |
| Location |
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| Non-science ( Section 1, 2) PBL Course | February 6 & 7, 2021 | $398 |
| Science (Section 3) PBL Course | February 7, 8, 9, 2021 | $597 |
| Comprehensive Section 1, 2, 3 Course | February 6, 7, 8, 9, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | February 13, 14, 15, 16, 2021 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | TBA |
| Location |
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| Non-science ( Section 1, 2) PBL Course | February 13 & 14, 2021 | $398 |
| Science (Section 3) PBL Course | February 14, 15, 16, 2021 | $597 |
| Comprehensive Section 1, 2, 3 Course | February 13, 14, 15, 16, 2021 | $597 $796 |
| Date | August 22, 23, 24, 25, 2020 |
| Time | 9 am to 5 pm daily |
| Room | Room 307, Skempton Building |
| Location |
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| Non-science ( Section 1, 2) PBL Course | August 22 & 23, 2020 | £267 |
| Science (Section 3) PBL Course | August 23, 24, 25, 2020 | £400 |
| Comprehensive Section 1, 2, 3 Course | August 22, 23, 24, 25, 2020 | £400 £532 |
We call them our Virtual Reality (VR) GAMSAT exams because they are as similar to the real exam as possible without replicating the real exam. VR-1 and VR-2 are both full-length ‘greatest hits’ practice papers proctored on campus.
First, we constructed the step-by-step worked solutions for all 440 Section 3 MCQs from ACER with the aim to make your GAMSAT preparation easier. But of course, in so doing we took a deep dive into ACER’s techniques, reasoning and strategies. This experience informs the construction of our VR exams. Then, we listened to recurring exam themes from students as reported in public forums, with an emphasis on the most recent real exams. To be clear, we have no interest in replicating precise questions; our objective is to replicate the reasoning through themes which can be applied to innumerable other scenarios that ACER may construct.
We have taken our top MCQs: 185 for each exam from across the GS Universe of over 5000 MCQs based on recent and recurring themes from the real GAMSAT. All of this, and you can sit the VR test as a proctored exam in a classroom with your peers. You will receive raw scores, scaled scores, and your 2 essays corrected and returned to you within 1 week with helpful, constructive comments.
The GS Universe includes 4 books, online chapter review MCQs, webinars, HEAPS mock exams including GS exams, as well as some content strictly constructed for the VR mock exams.
VR-1 is followed by 2 full days of deconstruction, strategies and PBL.
VR-2 is followed by online access to answers, helpful worked solutions including Section 3 background videos where applicable.
Now is the time to get ready for your Virtual Reality GAMSAT!
Sydney • Melbourne • Brisbane • Adelaide • Perth • London
It is possible to attend 1 or more days, in class, live online (interactive), or recorded (with 1 week's notice).
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1: Structure, Strategies and Vocabulary with PBL |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 1: Reading Speed and Comprehension with PBL |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 2: Structure, Strategies, Ideas Lab and Gold Ideas |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 2: Learning to Grade, PBL (grade and be graded) |
| 05:00 - 06:00 | Free seminar: GAMSAT overview, plan Section 2 essays, sample Section 3 MCQs |
| Time | Science Background* | Non-science Background* |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Introduction, group assignments | Introduction, group assignments |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1 Test: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences | Interactive PBL: Elementary Physical Sciences followed by 10 minute break |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2 Test: Written Communication (2 essays) | Interactive PBL: Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 02:10 | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples |
| 02:10 - 02:30 | Break | Break |
| 02:30 - 03:30 | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† |
| 03:30 - 05:30 | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs |
| 05:30 - 06:00 | Optional: Additional essay | Optional: Additional essay |
* We realise that not everyone fits cleanly in either of these categories so it comes down to a personal choice. If you have a remote science background, little or no science in your formal university education then these are generally regarded as "Non-science Background".
†Most of "Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs" involves graphs related to Biology.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Physics Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Physics, General Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Biology Content + Interpreting Experiments, Tables and Graphs |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Biology |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Biology, Organic Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Organic Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
Our bridging course is bonus study time that you can use in whatever way benefits you most. You can attend in full or in part. You can bring other study materials if you wish.
Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
BRAND NEW: 1 extra day added in order to use PBL to further develop exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to advanced and recently trending GAMSAT topics. Your 2 essays from the mock exam will be scored and returned to you within 48 hours with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch, Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | Break |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | MCQ Correction and Discussion |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1 Strategies; Open Floor to Student Questions, Section 1 and 2 |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 2 Strategies; Volunteers Read Essays which are Critiqued and Scored |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Open Floor to Questions about any Section |
Continuing the review of the worked solutions is the basis of this brand new session. We continue to use PBL to further develop exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to advanced and recently trending GAMSAT topics (9 am – 5 pm).
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam VR-2 constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting the mock exam. The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 48 hours with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | MCQ Correction |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | Open discussion, Final tips |
Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
VR-1 and VR-2 are our "Greatest Hits" exams! These are our only exams that are solely available in class (our other exams are available in the Heaps book or as online tests). VR-1 and VR-2 contain our most relevant content from our 5000+ MCQs PLUS brand new practice questions touching on the reasoning required by the most recent GAMSATs. After the mock exam, all students will be provided with online access to worked solutions to every practice question in their Virtual Reality GAMSAT mock exam.
If you wish to purchase any of the 3 paperback Gold Standard textbooks or the 10-exam Heaps book individually or as a package, either close this window and scroll to the bottom of the webpage for fast delivery, or purchase from www.coop.com.au and pickup at your local uni. Come learn from our experience.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1: Structure, Strategies and Vocabulary with PBL |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 1: Reading Speed and Comprehension with PBL |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 2: Structure, Strategies, Ideas Lab and Gold Ideas |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 2: Learning to Grade, PBL (grade and be graded) |
| 05:00 - 06:00 | Free seminar: GAMSAT overview, plan Section 2 essays, sample Section 3 MCQs |
| Time | Science Background* | Non-science Background* |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Introduction, group assignments | Introduction, group assignments |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1 Test: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences | Interactive PBL: Elementary Physical Sciences followed by 10 minute break |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2 Test: Written Communication (2 essays) | Interactive PBL: Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 02:10 | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples |
| 02:10 - 02:30 | Break | Break |
| 02:30 - 03:30 | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† |
| 03:30 - 05:30 | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs |
| 05:30 - 06:00 | Optional: Additional essay | Optional: Additional essay |
* We realise that not everyone fits cleanly in either of these categories so it comes down to a personal choice. If you have a remote science background, little or no science in your formal university education then these are generally regarded as "Non-science Background".
†Most of "Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs" involves graphs related to Biology.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Physics Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Physics, General Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Biology Content + Interpreting Experiments, Tables and Graphs |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Biology |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Biology, Organic Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Organic Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
Our bridging course is bonus study time that you can use in whatever way benefits you most. You can attend in full or in part. You can bring other study materials if you wish.
Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam (VR-1) is constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL registered attendees will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting this mock exam. NEW: The 2 essays from the mock exam will be scored and returned to you within 48 hours with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch, Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | Break |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | MCQ Correction and Discussion |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1 Strategies; Open Floor to Student Questions, Section 1 and 2 |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 2 Strategies; Volunteers Read Essays which are Critiqued and Scored |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions + PBL |
Continuing the review of the worked solutions is the basis of this brand new session. We continue to use PBL to further develop exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to advanced and recently trending GAMSAT topics (9 am – 5 pm).
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1: Structure, Strategies and Vocabulary with PBL |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 1: Reading Speed and Comprehension with PBL |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 2: Structure, Strategies, Ideas Lab and Gold Ideas |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 2: Learning to Grade, PBL (grade and be graded) |
| 05:00 - 06:00 | Free seminar: GAMSAT overview, plan Section 2 essays, sample Section 3 MCQs |
| Time | Science Background* | Non-science Background* |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Introduction, group assignments | Introduction, group assignments |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1 Test: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences | Interactive PBL: Elementary Physical Sciences followed by 10 minute break |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2 Test: Written Communication (2 essays) | Interactive PBL: Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 02:10 | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples |
| 02:10 - 02:30 | Break | Break |
| 02:30 - 03:30 | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† |
| 03:30 - 05:30 | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs |
| 05:30 - 06:00 | Optional: Additional essay | Optional: Additional essay |
* We realise that not everyone fits cleanly in either of these categories so it comes down to a personal choice. If you have a remote science background, little or no science in your formal university education then these are generally regarded as "Non-science Background".
†Most of "Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs" involves graphs related to Biology.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Physics Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Physics, General Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Biology Content + Interpreting Experiments, Tables and Graphs |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Biology |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Biology, Organic Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Organic Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
Our bridging course is bonus study time that you can use in whatever way benefits you most. You can attend in full or in part. You can bring other study materials if you wish.
Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam (VR-1) is constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL registered attendees will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting this mock exam. NEW: The 2 essays from the mock exam will be scored and returned to you within 48 hours with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch, Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | Break |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | MCQ Correction and Discussion |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1 Strategies; Open Floor to Student Questions, Section 1 and 2 |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 2 Strategies; Volunteers Read Essays which are Critiqued and Scored |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions + PBL |
Continuing the review of the worked solutions is the basis of this brand new session. We continue to use PBL to further develop exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to advanced and recently trending GAMSAT topics (9 am – 5 pm).
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam VR-2 contains a different set of practice questions from VR-1. It is also constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting the mock exam. The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 48 hours with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | MCQ Correction |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | Open discussion, Final tips |
Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
VR-1 and VR-2 are our "Greatest Hits" exams! These are our only exams that are solely available in class (our other exams are available in the Heaps book or as online tests). VR-1 and VR-2 contain our most relevant content from our 5000+ MCQs PLUS brand new practice questions touching on the reasoning required by the most recent GAMSATs. After the mock exam, all students will be provided with online access to worked solutions to every practice question in their Virtual Reality GAMSAT mock exam.
If you wish to purchase any of the 3 paperback Gold Standard textbooks or the 10-exam Heaps book individually or as a package, either close this window and scroll to the bottom of the webpage for fast delivery, or purchase from www.coop.com.au and pickup at your local uni. Come learn from our experience.
• Handouts are included in course tuition.
• NOTE: If you intend to purchase 6 or more days, it may be more economical to purchase our 7 or 8-day GS GAMSAT Course.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1: Structure, Strategies and Vocabulary with PBL |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 1: Reading Speed and Comprehension with PBL |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 2: Structure, Strategies, Ideas Lab and Gold Ideas |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 2: Learning to Grade, PBL (grade and be graded) |
| 05:00 - 06:00 | Free seminar: GAMSAT overview, plan Section 2 essays, sample Section 3 MCQs |
Please use the drop-down menu to choose the city where you wish to attend:
| Perth | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2021 | Jan 23, 2021 | Jan 30, 2021 | Feb 6, 2021 | Feb 13, 2021 |
| Time | Science Background* | Non-science Background* |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Introduction, group assignments | Introduction, group assignments |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1 Test: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences | Interactive PBL: Elementary Physical Sciences followed by 10 minute break |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2 Test: Written Communication (2 essays) | Interactive PBL: Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 02:10 | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples | Discussion of Section 1 and 2 strategies, examples |
| 02:10 - 02:30 | Break | Break |
| 02:30 - 03:30 | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† | Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs† |
| 03:30 - 05:30 | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs | PBL: GAMSAT-level Graph MCQs |
| 05:30 - 06:00 | Optional: Additional essay | Optional: Additional essay |
Please use the drop-down menu to choose the city where you wish to attend:
| Perth | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2021 | Jan 24, 2021 | Jan 31, 2021 | Feb 7, 2021 | Feb 14, 2021 |
* We realise that not everyone fits cleanly in either of these categories so it comes down to a personal choice. If you have a remote science background, little or no science in your formal university education then these are generally regarded as "Non-science Background".
†Most of "Introduction to GAMSAT Graphs" involves graphs related to Biology.
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Physics Interactive Focus on High-yield Topics + Problem-Based Learning Approach |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Physics |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Physics, General Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: General Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
Please use the drop-down menu to choose the city where you wish to attend:
| Perth | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 18, 2021 | Jan 25, 2021 | Feb 1, 2021 | Feb 8, 2021 | Feb 15, 2021 |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Biology Content + Interpreting Experiments, Tables and Graphs |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Biology |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Lecture: Biology, Organic Chemistry |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Interactive Problem Session: Organic Chemistry |
| 05:00 - 05:30 | Summary |
| 05:30 - 06:30 | Selected Small Group Tutorials |
Please use the drop-down menu to choose the city where you wish to attend:
| Perth | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 2021 | Jan 26, 2021 | Feb 2, 2021 | Feb 9, 2021 | Feb 16, 2021 |
Our bridging course is bonus study time that you can use in whatever way benefits you most. You can attend in full or in part. You can bring other study materials if you wish.
Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exams VR-1 and VR-2 constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting this mock exam. NEW: The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 48 hours with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch, Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | Break |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | MCQ Correction and Discussion |
Please use the drop-down menu to choose the city where you wish to attend:
| Perth | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2021 | Jan 27, 2021 | Feb 3, 2021 | Feb 10, 2021 | Feb 17, 2021 |
| 09:00 - 10:45 | Section 1 Strategies; Open Floor to Student Questions, Section 1 and 2 |
| 10:45 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Section 2 Strategies; Volunteers Read Essays which are Critiqued and Scored |
| 12:00 - 01:00 | Lunch and Selected Small Group Tutorials |
| 01:00 - 02:45 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions |
| 02:45 - 03:00 | Break |
| 03:00 - 05:00 | Section 3 Strategies; Discuss Worked Solutions + PBL |
Please use the drop-down menu to choose the city where you wish to attend:
| Perth | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2021 | Jan 28, 2021 | Feb 4, 2021 | Feb 11, 2021 | Feb 18, 2021 |
Continuing the review of the worked solutions is the basis of this brand new session. We continue to use PBL to further develop exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to advanced and recently trending GAMSAT topics (9 am – 5 pm).
Please use the drop-down menu to choose the city where you wish to attend:
| Perth | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2021 $199 |
Feb 12, 2021 Attendance in Sydney or recorded version |
Feb 5, 2021 $199 |
Feb 12, 2021 $199 |
Feb 19, 2021 $199 |
BRAND NEW: Virtual Reality GAMSAT exam VR-2 constructed to develop your exam-level reasoning and strategies directed to recently trending GAMSAT topics. Note: ALL students will receive online access to worked solutions to each and every question after sitting the mock exam. The 2 essays will be scored and returned to you within 48 hours with helpful, constructive advice.
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Preliminary information, preparing documents |
| 09:30 - 11:10 | Section 1: Reasoning in Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | Section 2: Written Communication (2 essays) |
| 12:10 - 01:10 | Lunch |
| 01:10 - 04:00 | Section 3: Reasoning in Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 04:00 - 04:30 | MCQ Correction |
| 04:30 - 05:00 | Open discussion, Final tips |
Please use the drop-down menu to choose the city where you wish to attend:
| Perth | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2021 | March 13, 2021 | March 13, 2021 | March 13, 2021 | March 6, 2021 |
Our Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses schedules are likely outlines of our courses but may be somewhat modified without notification depending on class size and need, as well as any suggested or announced changes to the real GAMSAT, or other unforeseen circumstances. We prioritise preparing students for the real exam rather than teaching topics which are no longer relevant.
VR-1 and VR-2 are our "Greatest Hits" exams! These are our only exams that are solely available in class (our other exams are available in the Heaps book or as online tests). VR-1 and VR-2 contain our most relevant content from our 5000+ MCQs PLUS brand new practice questions touching on the reasoning required by the most recent GAMSATs. After the mock exam, all students will be provided with online access to worked solutions to every practice question in their Virtual Reality GAMSAT mock exam.
If you wish to purchase any of the 3 paperback Gold Standard textbooks or the 10-exam Heaps book individually or as a package, either close this window and scroll to the bottom of the webpage for fast delivery, or purchase from www.coop.com.au and pickup at your local uni. Come learn from our experience.
Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses
Every year, we do have students attending our classes with no preparation. Although all students will learn in class because of the interactive way we teach, preparing for class will help you optimise your in-class experience. If the real GAMSAT is the Olympics, Gold Standard courses represent your coach and training, and what you do at home is similar to going to the gym to work out before you come for training.
We will spell out the ideal pre-class preparation below. However, if the ideal is not possible, no matter what your background, please review our online Gold Standard videos. As an example, you can learn all of the high-yield Physics for the GAMSAT, from the very beginning right up to what we do in class, in only 5 hours. So at least by spending time reviewing each of the sciences in the Videos section of gamsat-prep.com while taking very brief notes, you would greatly improve your long term advantage of attending class. If you don’t want to access our videos, you can try Khan Academy or YouTube searches.
Our aim is to help you optimise your score in the most efficient way possible.
There are some fun things that we suggest for Section 1 and 2, like spending a few minutes on TED.com at least twice per week. If you see a video that you really like, take down just a couple of sentences (notes). You may find it perfect for an essay.
Do the exercises in the Gold Standard book for Sections 1 and 2. If you don't have the book, consider getting GAMSAT University which has an online version of the book: GAMSAT University.
You can find a Study Plan that you can download and more advice here: FREE GAMSAT Advice.
Online webinars: Dr Ferdinand has free one-hour live online monthly seminars: FREE GAMSAT Webinars.
We have placed worked solutions to all ACER's practice problems on YouTube for FREE: Gold Standard GAMSAT YouTube
If you have particular difficulty in some area, just let us know how you are preparing and we'll see if we can give you some advice or guidance. You can use the Live Chat feature on our website or our GAMSAT forum or email us directly at learn@gamsat-prep.com.
Of course, we do recommend that you do some reading before the course begins. As you know, your options include The Gold Standard Textbook or The Complete GAMSAT Home Study Package or, for ESL students or those who have sat the GAMSAT and have had problems in a particular section, we have specific online programs for Sections 1, 2 or 3 (these programs are automatically included in our comprehensive course packages).
Because the GAMSAT has been increasingly focused on graphs and tables, please consider the following:
Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses
All handouts are included in your course fee and will be provided on the day of the seminar. Please bring a pencil and pen for each day of class and a notepad for your notes, calculations and diagrams. Also, please bring picture ID to the first class for registration. Students are not permitted to make video recordings of our courses. No calculators are needed since they are not permitted for the exam.
Please bring your ACER GAMSAT practice booklets (or e-book access with your electronic device or print-out) so that if time is left at the end, worked solutions can be presented in class. Since Gold Standard has already placed all Section 3 worked solutions on YouTube, we do not focus on using precious class time for that purpose. However, when there is applicability to content you have just learned in class, we may briefly examine content from ACER.
Consider bringing snacks and bottled water as refreshments are not included.
It is not necessary for you to bring the Gold Standard GAMSAT textbook to class; however, if you have any questions regarding any content from the book, you can bring it and there will be time for you to clarify any issues in class.
Please note: if you are absent from the seminar, it is not possible to email/mail the course handouts. Handouts will only be given to the registered students in the class.
Gold Standard GAMSAT Courses
Problem-based learning (PBL) is a student-centered active learning process in which students learn about a subject through the experience of solving problems. Students learn both thinking strategies and relevant knowledge. PBL is the most popular learning technique in medical schools across the world because research has shown that students learn better and remember longer as compared to traditional lectures.
Gold Standard GAMSAT is not associated nor affiliated with ACER in any way. However, we think that it is very important for your future GAMSAT success that you consider the following quote from ACER’s website referring to the current GAMSAT:
“Since problem-based learning techniques are central to modern medical curricula, GAMSAT is constructed with a major focus on the assessment of problem solving ability across a wide range of subject areas?
Gold Standard GAMSAT was the first to introduce problem-based learning (PBL) to GAMSAT courses in Australia. Virtually all students - regardless of academic background - participate in solving GAMSAT practice questions, and discuss responses as well as strategies. The role of the instructor is to facilitate learning by supporting, guiding, and teaching background content.
Although PBL is central to the way we help to optimise your learning, it is your choice. If you do not wish to participate for any reason, when you register for class on the morning of the seminar, please let the instructor know and we will respect your choice.
Join us for learning and strategies in your GAMSAT training camp!
| Location | Comprehensive Section 1, 2, 3 PBL Course | Virtual Reality GAMSAT Practice Tests (2) & Review |
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| GAMSAT Courses London - Imperial College | August 22, 23, 24, 25, 2020
(Sat/ Sun/Mon/Tue) £400
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August 26, 27, 28;
September 5, 2020 (Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat) £400
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| GAMSAT Courses Perth - UWA | January 16, 17, 18, 19, 2021
(Sat/Sun/Mon/Tue) $597
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January 20, 21, 22;
March 13, 2021 (Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat) $597
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| GAMSAT Courses Adelaide - UA | January 23, 24, 25, 26, 2021
(Sat/Sun/Mon/Tue) $597
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January 27, 28;
March 13, 2021 (Wed/Thu/Sat) Feb 12 (Fri) options: live online or attendance in Sydney $597
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| GAMSAT Courses Melbourne - RMH | January 30, 31,
February 1, 2, 2021 (Sat/Sun/Mon/Tue) $597
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| GAMSAT Courses Sydney - USyd | February 6, 7, 8, 9, 2021
(Sat/Sun/Mon/Tue) $597
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February 10, 11, 12;
March 13, 2021 (Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat) $597
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| GAMSAT Courses Brisbane - UQ | February 13, 14, 15, 16, 2021
(Sat/Sun/Mon/Tue) $597
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February 17, 18, 19;
March 6, 2021 (Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat) $597
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| GAMSAT Courses Dublin - NCI |
Option: 12 Online Tutorials (live or recorded)
Dec 13, 2020; Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; March 7, 14, 2021(Sun) €450
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February 27,
March 13, 2021 (Sat/Sat) €298
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The number of hours (h) of class time are in brackets below:
| Location | On-campus Course Dates (9 am to 5 pm) | Live, Interactive Online Tutorials | Enrol Now! |
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| Perth - UWA | January 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 2021 Bonus Session: March 13 (UWA) + Free monthly live/recorded webinars |
Dec 13, 2020; Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 3; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 2021 Options: live online or recorded |
$2499 $2899
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| Adelaide - UA |
January 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 2021 Feb 12 (Fri) options: live online or attendance in Sydney Bonus Session: March 13 (UA) + Free monthly live/recorded webinars |
Dec 13, 2020; Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 3; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 2021 Options: live online or recorded |
$2499 $2899
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| Melbourne - UM |
January 30, 31; February 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 2021 Bonus Session: March 13 (UM) + Free monthly live/recorded webinars |
Dec 13, 2020; Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 3; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 2021 Options: live online or recorded |
$2499 $2899
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| Sydney - USyd |
February 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 2021 Bonus Session: March 13 (USyd) + Free monthly live/recorded webinars |
Dec 13, 2020; Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 3; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 2021 Options: live online or recorded |
$2499 $2899
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| Brisbane - UQ |
February 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 2021 Bonus Session: March 6 (UQ) + Free monthly live/recorded webinars |
Dec 13, 2020; Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 3; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 2021 Options: live online or recorded |
$2499 $2899
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| Dublin - NCI |
February 27, March 13, 2021 + Free monthly live/recorded webinars |
Dec 13, 2020; Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 3; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 2021 Options: live online or recorded |
€1299 €1599
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| London - Imperial College | August 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 2020 Bonus Session: September 5 (St George's College) + Free monthly live/recorded webinars |
June 14; July 5, 12, 19, 26; Aug. 2, 9, 16, 30; Sept. 6, 2020 Options: live online or recorded |
£1500 £1900
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