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If you are planning to take the MRCP (UK) Part 1 examination, now is the right time to prepare your strategy. With the MRCP Part 1 2027 exam dates officially released, candidates can now plan their preparation timeline well in advance and avoid the common mistake of starting too late.

Since MRCP Part 1 is one of the most prestigious postgraduate medical examinations for physicians aiming for UK and global career progression, early preparation is often the key difference between confidence and last-minute panic.

This article covers the upcoming MRCP Part 1 exam dates in 2027, important booking deadlines, fees, and the specialities included in the syllabus.

MRCP Part 1 Exam Dates 2027

The MRCP (UK) Part 1 exam will be conducted in three exam diets in 2027. Each exam diet has a strict application window, with applications opening and closing at 8:00 AM UK local time. Missing the booking window means waiting for the next exam cycle, so planning is essential.

2027/1 Exam Diet (January exam)

Key Dates

• Application Period: 27 October 2026 – 03 November 2026
• Exam Date: 20 January 2027
• Exam Fees:
  £520 (UK)
  £696 (International) 
• Reasonable Adjustment Deadline: 10 November 2026
• Results By: 05 March 2027

2027/2 Exam Diet (May Exam)

Key Dates

• Applications Period: 09 March 2027 – 16 March 2027
• Exam Date: 26 May 2027
• Exam Fees:
  £520 (UK)
  £696 (International) 
• Reasonable Adjustment Deadline: 23 March 2027
• Results By: 09 July 2027

2027/3 Exam Diet (September Exam)

Key Dates

• Application Period: 13 July 2027 – 20 July 2027
• Exam Date: 29 September 2027
• Exam Fees:
  £520 (UK)
  £696 (International)
• Reasonable Adjustment Deadline: 27 July 2027
• Results By: 12 November 2027

What Specialities are Covered in MRCP Part 1?

Many candidates assume the MRCP Part 1 is only about general medicine, but the exam tests broad clinical understanding across multiple specialities.

A strong preparation strategy requires understanding the depth and diversity of the syllabus.

The major specialities covered included:

• Cardiology
• Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics
• Clinical Sciences
• Dermatology
• Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Medicine
• Gastroenterology and Hepatology
• Geriatric Medicine
• Haemotology
• Infectious Diseases
• Neurology
• Oncology
• Medical Ophthalmology
• Palliative Medicine and End of Life Care
• Psychiatry
• Renal Medicine
• Respiratory Medicine
• Rheumatology

This wide syllabus is exactly why many candidates struggle, not because they lack knowledge, but because they lack a structured preparation system.

A structured 6-Month Approach for Your MRCP Part 1 Success

A last-minute revision will not save your Part 1 exam; it solely depends on how you build consistency over time.

The syllabus is vast, covering multiple specialities, complex clinical sciences, and high-pressure single best answer questions. Many candidates struggle not because they lack knowledge, but because they lack a long-term, structured plan.

This is where StudyMEDIC’s 6-Month Ace Course for MRCP Part 1 becomes a game-changer.

With proper long-term preparation, candidates can revise systematically, practice consistently, and improve confidence without the stress of rushed studying.

Our MRCP Part 1 6-Month Ace Course ensures victory in the upcoming 2027 exam diet with:

• 24 Live interactive sessions conducted by 10+ MRCP-qualified expert mentors.
• Complete curriculum coverage aligned with the MRCP Part 1 exam.
• 140+ hours of learning materials, including preparatory videos, wisdom shots, podcasts, and more.
• 140 concise NICE and SIGN guideline summaries with summary-based questions.
• 1500+ BOF-style questions covering high-yield and exam-tested topics.
• Intensive Q&A discussions covering 500+ questions with mentors.

There are several other features included in the course that help you avoid random studying and focus only on what truly matters for the exam.

If your target is the MRCP Part 1 in 2027, and you need support with the exam preparation, feel free to reach out to us. We provide both long and short-term prep for the MRCP exams. You can always reach out to us for any queries and assistance.

Written by: Farzeen