PLAB 1
April 15, 2024 2024-10-16 14:29PLAB 1
PLAB 1
At M&M, our PLAB-1/UKMLA classes are conducted with qualified doctors in PLAB1/2. They know the ethics and practices required to work in the UK. The teaching is done in such a way that it helps you review and solidify your knowledge on key topics while giving you essential tips and techniques for answering the various types of MCQs in the PLAB-1 exam.
Enroll in our PLAB-1 course at M&M for intensive preparation that multiplies your chances of success in the PLAB-1/UKMLA exam.
To assess whether an IMG has the necessary skills and knowledge to practice medicine in the UK at the same level as a UK graduate at the end of their second year of Foundation Programme training.
Eligibility:
Generally, you need to have a primary medical qualification recognized by the General Medical Council (GMC). Additionally, you might need to prove your English language proficiency through an IELTS or OET test.
When and Where:
The exam is offered at various times throughout the year in multiple locations worldwide, including the UK.
Format
Number of Questions: 180 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Duration: The exam lasts for three hours.
Question Format: The questions are of the single best answer (SBA) type, out of five options
Content Areas: The questions cover common, important or acute conditions (medical and surgical) seen by junior doctors in the UK and include:
- Diagnosis: including history taking, examination, and investigation
- Emergency management
- Initial treatment
- Understanding and application of ethical and legal issues
- Practical procedures
- Prescribing
Scoring and Results
Passing Score: The passing score varies as it is determined by a process called standard setting. Each question’s difficulty is taken into account.
Results: Typically, results are available within four weeks of the exam date.
Preparation Tips
Study Resources: Use the GMC’s “Good Medical Practice” and the PLAB blueprint as guides. The blueprint outlines what the exam covers and is essential for understanding the scope of the exam.
Practice Questions: Engage with practice questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format and types of questions asked.
Courses and Books: Consider enrolling in a PLAB preparation course and consulting widely recommended PLAB preparation books.
Mock & Assessments
● Get personalized feedback within 24 hours for writing and speaking tasks.
● Weekly mock discussions for each sub-test to sharpen skills
Interactive Sessions
● Multiple times in a day on different sub-tests
● Recorded Lectures.
Offline Practise Material
● Study anywhere with downloadable resources.
● Access offline materials for on-the-go learning
Personalized Feedback
● As per package, Speaking Corrections Weekly Discussion Classes with Expert Teachers
● Reading & Listening Discussions
Economy
(Mock Package)-
4 Master classes, one on each sub-test
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2 Reading and listening Mocks with discussions
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4 Writing Personlised Feedback
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4 Speaking Personlised Feedback
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12 Reading and listening assignments
Economy Plus
(Mock Package)-
4 Master classes, one on each sub-test
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4 Reading and listening Mocks with discussions
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6 Writing Personlised Feedback
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6 Speaking Personlised Feedback
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12 Reading and listening assignments
Bronze
(Mock Package)-
4 Master classes, one on each sub-test plus additional class
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10 Grand mocks
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10 Writing Personlised Feedback.
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10 Speaking Personlised Feedback.
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Reading and listening discussions ( once/twice per week).
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Writing and speaking discussions ( once/twice per week)
Silver
(Mock Package)-
3 weeks live classes with one week per sub-tests
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Recorded lectures also available.
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3 Grand Weekly Mocks with Personlised Feedback
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15 Writing Personlised Feedback
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15 Speaking Personlised Feedback
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Reading and listening discussions ( once/twice per week).
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Writing and speaking discussions ( once/twice per week)
Silver Extended
(Mock Package)-
3 weeks live classes with one week per sub-tests
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Recorded lectures also available.
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3 Grand Weekly Mocks with Personlised Feedback
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20 Grand mocks
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20 Writing Personlised Feedback
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20 Speaking Personlised Feedback
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Reading and listening discussions ( once/twice per week).
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Writing and speaking discussions ( once/twice per week)
Gold
(Mock Package)-
3 weeks live classes with one week per sub-tests
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Recorded lectures also available.
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3 Grand Weekly Mocks with Personlised Feedback
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25 Grand Mocks
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25 Writing Personlised Feedback
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25 Speaking Personlised Feedback
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Reading and listening discussions ( once/twice per week).
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Writing and speaking discussions ( once/twice per week)
Gold Plus
(Mock Package)-
3 weeks live classes with one week per sub-tests
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Recorded lectures also available.
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3 Grand Weekly Mocks with Personlised Feedback
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30 Grand Mocks
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30 Writing Personlised Feedback
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30 Speaking Personlised Feedback
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Reading and listening discussions ( once/twice per week).
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Writing and speaking discussions ( once/twice per week)
Diamond
(Mock Package)-
3 weeks live classes with one week per sub-tests
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Recorded lectures also available.
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3 Grand Weekly Mocks with Personlised Feedback
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35 Grand Mocks
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35 Writing Personlised Feedback
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35 Speaking Personlised Feedback
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Reading and listening discussions ( once/twice per week).
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Writing and speaking discussions ( once/twice per week)
Diamond Plus
(1 Year Access until you pass)-
3 weeks live classes with one week per sub-tests
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Recorded lectures also available.
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3 Grand Weekly Mocks with Personlised Feedback
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40 Grand Mocks
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40 Writing Personlised Feedback
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40 Speaking Personlised Feedback
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Reading and listening discussions ( once/twice per week).
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Writing and speaking discussions ( once/twice per week)