Purpose
The purpose of the MRCP (UK) Part 1 Examination is to identify those physicians in training who, having satisfied the entry criteria, possess a broad knowledge and understanding of common and important disorders as well as clinical science.
Aims
To test the acquisition of a representative sample of medical knowledge as specified in the published Syllabus for the Examination (MRCP (UK) Part 1 Syllabus).
To measure the candidate's ability to apply their medical knowledge in regard to common and important disorders and clinical science, as outlined in the Syllabus, and make appropriate clinical judgements.