Examinations

SCEs are a computer-based exam that consists of two papers. You will sit Paper 1 in the morning and Paper 2 in the afternoon. Each paper will be 3 hours long and consist of 100 questions which will all be multiple choice, best of 5. There will be one-hour break between the papers.

Some spaces in some centres are reserved for local trainees only.  We work with local organisers to identify those local trainees. All remaining spaces will be allocated by the eligibility criteria. We prioritise candidates based on the highest number of applications submitted, the fewest number of attempts, and the length of time since passing Part 1. However, we cannot guarantee that every candidate will get a space on this basis.

Candidates will be notified on the outcome of their application within 2 weeks from the application period closing date. MRCP(UK) Central Office aims to have a response to all candidates before the UK application period opens.
 

Candidates may apply to sit the MRCP(UK) Part 1 examination provided they graduated at least 12 months in advance of the examination date. All doctors must have had at least 12 months' experience in medical employment, i.e. have completed Foundation Year 1 or equivalent. This 12 months experience is calculated up to the date of the MRCP(UK) Part 1 examination and not the application closing date. The relevant experience may be gained from any hospital in the world.

First time applicants for the Part 1 examination are required to submit, by email via pmq@thefederation.uk, a copy of their Primary Medical Qualification (PMQ). You should not submit original Primary Medical Qualifications.

You must also submit a translation of your primary medical qualification if it is not in English.

The Colleges reserve the right to request to see the original documents if there is any doubt as to the authenticity of the submitted copies of documents.

Full details regarding how to submit your qualification via email can be found in the Part 1 section of the website.