Knowledge as an essential base for the practice of clinical reasoning Part 1 is the first component of a sequence of assessments intended to match the progression of trainees undertaking the Core Medical Training / Internal Medical Training programme in the UK, adding unique information and building on previous assessments. MRCP(UK) tests the acquisition of a representative sample of medical knowledge, skills and behaviour as specified in the UK Specialty Training Curriculum for Core Medical Training / Internal Medicine Training. It covers a broad range of topics to ensure the level of knowledge is appropriate to physicians at the beginning of postgraduate training.
The MRCP(UK) Part 1 is the entry-level exam accessible to doctors with a minimum of 12 months' postgraduate experience in medical employment.
