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MSRA
The Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA) is used as part of the Specialty Training (ST) recruitment process by a wide range of specialities. To support your MSRA preparation, this guide provides information on the structure of the exam and how to prepare, as well as example MSRA practice questions. For more details relating to the specialties […]
MSRA
If you’re applying for a Specialty Training (ST) post, you may need to undertake the Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA) as part of the recruitment process. Our MSRA exam revision guide will provide you with advice and tips on preparing effectively, as well as information about the ‘exam difficulty’ and ‘what is a good score?’. For […]
Core Medical
In 2020/21, IMT recruitment moved to a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This meant that the actual need to prepare a physical copy of the ‘dreaded’ internal medicine training portfolio was gone. However, with interviews cancelled, candidates were required to submit their evidence virtually for assessment by an examiner and thus preparing your […]
The topics covered in the EM interview are very general but similar themes appear each year. Our answer frameworks will help prepare you for whatever comes up on the day.
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Core Medical
There are a total of 58 points on offer in your internal medicine training application. With only a few points between candidates, an extra point can make a significant difference to the outcome of your interview. Due to the switch to virtual IMT interviews last year, candidates were not required to submit hard copies of […]
Core Medical
Internal Medicine Training (IMT) applications are fast approaching, so it is time to start thinking about your IMT application! Due to the pandemic the process for 2022 recruitment is subject to change, so make sure you keep a close eye on the IMT recruitment website. The COVID-19 pandemic severely disrupted internal medicine training applications for […]
Core Surgical
Doing well in the core surgical training interview is very achievable, provided you put in sufficient preparation and practice. Starting earlier gives more opportunity to get the points on the portfolio station, leaving plenty of time to practice clinical and leadership scenarios. The template below is a basic outline of targets to set yourself when […]
Core Surgical
Core Surgical Training (CST) interviews are usually held between January and March. Whether you are a foundation year doctor, medical student or taking a year out of training, if you are serious about applying for surgical training, it is important to review the portfolio points early to put yourself in the strongest position, within your […]
MRCS
If you’re planning to undertake the Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS) exam, and are concerned about the relatively low pass rate (for Part A in particular), the following will help you to avoid common mistakes made when taking the MRCS and ensure that your exam preparations are as effective as possible. You’ll […]
MRCS
If you gained your primary medical qualification outside of the UK and are considering completing the MRCS examination, our MRCS guide for overseas doctors will provide you with all the information you need; including guidance on the online application process, registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) following the exam and even comparison with PLAB […]
MRCS
The Membership Examination of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons (MRCS) assesses whether surgical trainees have the knowledge, skills, clinical competence and experience expected at the end of their core surgical training. The exam consists of two parts: a written paper (Part A) and an Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE) (Part B). This MRCS Part A […]
PLAB
If you’re planning to undertake the Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) test, our PLAB pathway / route guide will provide you with key information about the process, from preparing and submitting your application through to receiving your exam results and what happens next. The PLAB is designed to assess that doctors who qualified outside […]
MSRA
Over half of all junior doctors applying for Specialty Training posts each year will need to undertake The Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA); our complete guide will provide you with information for the MSRA 2021. Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment / MSRA Exam The MSRA is a computer-based exam which is designed to assess essential competencies. It is […]
PLAB
The Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) test assesses the knowledge and skills of doctors who qualified outside of the UK, as part of the General Medical Council’s (GMC’s) registration process. All doctors practising medicine in the UK must be registered with the GMC. Following the end of the Brexit transition period, you may be […]
PLAB
If you’re planning to register to practise medicine in the UK and are required to carry out the Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) test, our comprehensive PLAB guide will provide you with key information about the exam, including what to expect, key dates and how to prepare. All doctors who practise medicine in the […]
Plastic Surgery
Preparation is key to doing well in the Plastic Surgery ST3 Interview. You will have spent months/years developing your portfolio, however it only represents a small proportion of your overall mark. Whether you get a training number or not will depend on how well you answer the questions in the other stations. In this post […]
Ophthalmology
The ST1 ophthalmology portfolio has strict criteria and a stringent mark scheme. The requirements are updated annually on the Severn Deanery website, four months in advance of the interview. Your portfolio is marked during the interview day in a separate room to you, so you do not get any opportunity to sell yourself or to explain the contents.
Ophthalmology
The Ophthalmology ST1 interview is one of the most competitive interviews in the country, with many excellent applicants and outstanding portfolios, so it’s important you prepare for it properly. Here are some tips for your portfolio and the interview stations, which will hopefully optimise your application. We’ve also prepared a number of Ophthalmology ST1 Mock Interviews to […]
Radiology
How many places are available? Historical statistics on number of applicants, number of interview places and number of available posts are available on the RCR website. The exact number of available posts for the 2021 round of recruitment is not currently known. For reference, in 2020 there were 311 posts available, with 1128 applicants, of […]
Radiology
The 2019-2020 round of interviews asked candidates to score their own portfolio against a generic scoresheet during the initial preparation station. In the portfolio station candidates then brought their portfolio and completed marksheet, and discussed with the examiners, who verified the marking and discussed the candidates portfolio with them. For the 2020-2021 application, this process […]
Radiology
The radiology ST1 application process is nationally coordinated and applications are made via an online platform called ORIEL and has existed in its current form since 2016. We've summarised the process to help you prepare for interview.
General Surgery
When you start to apply for the ST3 General Surgery interview, you may find it difficult to find a clear summary of the application process. Therefore, we have provided a clear summary of the most recent application process below to help candidates prepare early.
General Surgery
The key to success in the General Surgery interview is preparation. Candidates will have a much greater chance of success if they start preparing early and wisely. This requires planning and a combination of solo reading with group practice.
General Surgery
What is the interview actually like? There are many stories and myths about what goes on, but in this post, we hope to demystify the intricacies of the interview format. The take home message is that time is tight, and you need to approach each station with a strategy.
General Practice
The first round of General Practice (GP) applications for 2021 have opened and it’s important to remember that succeeding in your application for UK GP training requires preparation and practice. Don’t underestimate how important this application is for your future as a GP trainee. Your score not only determines whether you get into GP training, […]
General Practice
GP recruitment in the UK is a competitive process. The UK GP Specialty Training scheme is one of the best in the world and because of this it can be difficult to get a job in your preferred location! The GP recruitment process ranks all applicants in one cohort and your ranking determines your region […]
Obs and Gynae
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology (O&G) ST1 interview format has changed over the last few years. Historically deaneries would interview their own candidates locally, modifying the stations to fit with their preferences. Now there is a national selection system (which is standard for other competitive run-through specialties like ophthalmology and radiology). For the jobs starting in […]
Obs and Gynae
The key to the Obstetrics and Gynaecology ST1 interview is preparation. Candidates who prepare will have much higher success of scoring highly as their answers will be slicker and you will be able to think more clearly under pressure. Below we have given some guidance on how to start preparing, including useful links for further information. […]
Core Medical
Congratulations on applying for the UK Internal Medicine Interview! As of August 2018 this is the new name for Core Medical Interview. You’ll soon start your interview preparation and we’ve written this post in combination with our Internal Medicine Interview (Core Medical Interview) Question Bank to help you get the best score possible. Just making […]
Haematology
The Haematology ST3 interview can be a daunting prospect. It is a speciality with evolving therapies, clinical trials and a wide field of both malignant and non-malignant pathologies. The aim of this blog post is to give you a general outline of how the interview is formatted and some hints and tips to help along […]
Core Medical
It’s time to start thinking about jobs! Right now everyone is just about settling into their new job. However, rotations go so quickly that even though you’re only one month in, it’s time to start thinking about the next one! This is the first year that candidates who were previously applying for core medical training […]
Neurology
The ST3 Neurology Interview is currently an OSCE style, station-based interview consisting of three stations. Each station has predefined topics (see below) on which you will be assessed. Ten minutes is allocated to each station, with a rest station of five minutes in between. Several candidates will be interviewed on a carousel basis however only […]
Neurology
Applications for the neurology ST3 interviews are currently run alongside other medical specialties and are directed by the RCP London. The ST3 recruitment website will have up to date information regarding the timeline for interviews and offers for each of the specialties. You can prepare for interview using our Neurology ST3 Interview Question Bank. Because applicants […]
Neurology
It’s important to start preparing for you Neurology ST3 Interview early. There are certain parts of the interview which candidates may do well in if they are well read in the specialty. Some suggestions are below. You may also find our Neurology ST3 Interview Question Bank helpful. Visit the ABN Website. Join the society The […]
Emergency Medicine
This is an overview of the Emergency Medicine ACCS Interview that we’ve written in combination with our Emergency Medicine ACCS Interview Question Bank. We hope you find it useful! The panel at your Emergency Medicine ACCS interview are not trying to catch you out. They want you to succeed because they want to add enthusiastic, well-rounded professionals […]
Obs and Gynae
If you are considering applying for the Obs and Gynae ST1 interview or have already applied, it’s useful to know what your life will be like if you actually get the job! Here is a flavour of what is it like to be an SHO (ST1-ST2)…. Example Working Week: ST1 Lets have a look at […]
Obs and Gynae
Congratulations on applying for the Obs and Gynae (O&G) ST1 Interview! We’ve written this post in combination with our ST1 Interview Question Bank to help you start preparing for interview. Obstetrics and Gynaecology ST1 Interview Top Tips You have already taken the hardest step in making a decision about your specialty. If successful with your interview […]
General Practice
The Simulated Clinical Scenario section of the GP Stage 3 interview comprises of three, ten-minute stations examined in isolation, with a short rest break between each. It can be the most daunting aspect of the GP recruitment process! Present in each station is one trained actor who is taking on the role of either the […]
Cardiology
The cardiology ST3 interviews are a highly competitive process which understandably cause considerable anxiety for candidates. However, there are several things that you can do help you perform at your best. The aim of this article is to outline the interview process and to give some advice based on our personal experience and opinion. We’ve […]
General Practice
If you’re already considering how you can excel at the GP Stage 3 Selection Centre then you are well ahead of the curve in your preparations for the GP application process! For some it may not be necessary to undertake a face-to-face assessment having achieved the magical score of 575 in the MSRA, however, don’t […]
Core Medical
What a mess! Many of you will be aware of the trauma and anguish many medics recently went through after applying for their ST3 jobs. For those that don’t here is a brief run down: By the 26th of April the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) and Oriel had sent out jobs offers to all […]
Urology
Before we start talking about how to prepare for the urology interview and what to expect on the day, the one thing I took away from the entire interview process in Leeds was how friendly everyone was. Coming from south London, I was humbled by the northern hospitality. Even the uber driver on the way […]
Urology
The Urology ST3 interview is a national selection process that consists of five stations in total. Each station lasts approximately 15 minutes. You will be assessed and scored at each station by two Consultants. There may be a lay person in the station to ensure the interview process is conducted fairly. Stations are generally very […]
Radiology
We've written a guide on the best way to prepare for your application to ST1 radiology. The overall radiology application can be divided into the Specialty Recruitment Assessment (SRA), and the interview itself. This post will focus on preparation for the interview.
