February 2024-2026 PLAB-UKMLA Update

February 2024-2026

PLAB-UKMLA Update

Comprehensive Coverage: PLAB Blueprint and MLA Content Map

Our question bank not only covers the PLAB blueprint and the MLA content map (On February 2024, GMC had a new announcement for international medical students who intend to sit for the PLAB 1 exam from August 2024 onwards that the PLAB 1 exam will be based on the MLA content map, find out more about the change and how to prepare for it here.) provided by the GMC, it also extensively covers all the topics tested in past exams, including the most recent ones. With “How to prepare for PLAB or UKMLA exam” being a frequently asked question, we've ensured that our platform provides the best guidance, and our track record speaks for itself.

Proven Success: Reviews from Past PLAB 1 Candidates

Past PLAB 1 candidates’ reviews about MedRevisions

As a bonus, our dedicated team has updated our question bank with even more new questions written and authored by our team for FREE based on the topics tested in the February 2024 exam (these are mentioned as ‘This topic was tested in the February 2024 PLAB 1 exam’ within the answer explanation). If you are wondering how to study for PLAB or UKMLA exam, our MLA / PLAB question bank with our Notes is all you need and these questions will test you on different aspects of the topics, ensuring you’re prepared for any surprises.

Latest Updates: New exam style questions added

We understand the importance of staying updated. Therefore, we ensure to constantly update our materials to the relevant guidelines and add new PLAB exam style questions regularly.

New exam style questions added were to the following subjects:

• Ethics & Law: GMC Guidance - General 

• Psychiatry: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors

• Paediatrics: Whooping cough (Pertussis)

• Neurology: Parkinson's disease

• Orthopaedics: Upper limb anatomy

• Gastroenterology: Hepatitis B serology

• Haematology: Sickle cell anaemia

• Surgery: TURP syndrome

• Neurology: Carbamazepine

Essential Reading: Key Articles for PLAB and UKMLA Preparation

Important update to the PLAB exam: Is the PLAB exam based on the MLA content map from August 2024 onward? Find out more about the change and how to prepare for it here.

• PLAB vs MLA Exam: What You Need to Know

• Evolving Nature of PLAB 1 Exam Questions: Is the exam getting tougher? A Closer Look with examples

• What Past PLAB 1 candidates say about us (with exam results)

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At MedRevisions, we strive to provide the most up-to-date content available for the PLAB and UKMLA exams. We constantly add exam-style questions reflecting the high-yield concepts seen in recent exam trends and update our content to align with the latest NICE/CKS guidelines to help doctors prepare to pass the PLAB or UKMLA with confidence.

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What we provide and why MedRevisions is the best question bank and Study material available for the PLAB or UKMLA exam:

• 5000+ Questions: Covering every inch of the MLA Content Map.

• Integrated Notes: Tailored Study Notes: Our comprehensive notes cover all key PLAB 1/UKMLA topics with clear explanations and highlighted take-home points. They’re designed to complement the question bank and reinforce your knowledge, making your revision as efficient as possible. Every important guideline, investigation, and management point you need to know is distilled for quick understanding.

• Smart Analytics: We visualize your progress, showing you exactly which AoCPs (Areas of Clinical Practice) are your strongest and weakest.

• MedRevisions AI Professor for PLAB and UKMLA: Imagine having a medical professor sitting next to you 24/7. A professor who knows exactly what you are studying, understands your weak spots, never gets tired of your questions, and has instant access to over 5,000+ exam-style questions and verified study notes. Read more about how to use MedRevisions AI Professor

• Realistic Exam Simulation: Our question bank closely mirrors recent PLAB/UKMLA exams in style and difficulty. You’ll go into the exam feeling as if you’ve seen it all before, familiar with the question formats and level of complexity in each topic area.

• Always Updated: Content is continuously aligned with the latest MLA content map and UK medical guidelines – we update promptly after each exam and after any guideline change. This means you’re always revising with relevant, up-to-date material, and never studying outdated advice or superseded protocols.

• Proven Success: We have a strong track record of helping candidates excel in the PLAB and UKMLA exams on their first attempt. Our users’ successes are a testament to the effectiveness of our approach – and your success is our success.

• 30+ Full Mock Exams: Hone your exam technique with our library of full-length mock exams. We offer over 30 realistic mocks that simulate the actual PLAB 1, so you can practice under exam conditions. Even better, you can reset and retake these mocks as many times as you want – each attempt will bring a new mix of questions, giving you virtually endless practice and helping build your stamina for the real exam.

• Study Essential Mode: Use our specialised high-yield Study Essential Mode to focus on the ~1,800 most essential questions first (as discussed above), then tackle the remaining questions for complete coverage. This feature helps you prioritize efficiently, solidifying core topics before moving on to more advanced or niche areas – a perfect antidote to feeling overwhelmed.

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