Practical guidance for
MRCPCH preparation.
Exam structure, revision method, and study strategy — written to help trainees prepare for FOP, TAS, and AKP with less noise and more direction.
A Weekly Study Rhythm That Survives a Busy Rota
A realistic weekly study schedule for MRCPCH prep that fits around clinical shifts and avoids the guilt-cramming cycle.
How to Keep an Error Log That Actually Helps You Pass
A practical guide to building an MRCPCH error log that surfaces real patterns in your mistakes, with a simple tagging system.
Revise With Reasoning, Not Recall
Why reasoning-based revision beats passive memorisation for MRCPCH prep, and how to use question banks as learning tools.
Common Mistakes Trainees Make When Preparing for MRCPCH
The most common preparation mistakes seen in MRCPCH candidates, from passive revision to poor time allocation, with practical fixes for each.
FOP, TAS and AKP: Why You Shouldn't Revise Them the Same Way
A practical guide to adapting your MRCPCH revision method for FOP, TAS and AKP, with distinct techniques for each paper.
How the MRCPCH Theory Exams Are Structured
A clear breakdown of FOP, TAS and AKP — what each MRCPCH paper tests and why understanding the structure should come first.
A Resit Strategy That Actually Works
A calm, practical guide to rebuilding your MRCPCH revision after an unsuccessful attempt, from analysis to managing morale.