FRACP test preparation

• Candidates need to be registered with the RACP and be assessed to be eligible to take the examination
• It is important to be familiar with the Basic Training Curriculum (which can be accessed through the RACP website)
• Formation of study groups early on during preparation is advised.
• At the early stage, going through the past examination questions (focusing on topics rather than answers) will help understand the ‘hot’ topics.
• It is important to understand the basic principles of each of these commonly tested areas prior to focusing on the questions. FRACPASS will help you in this as each question will give you detailed information regarding the ‘hot’ topics.
• Latest issues of important journal articles are a rich fodder for question setters. FRACPASS will give you latest information and recent updates.
• The pass percentage of examination is around 68%. Hence, it is important to perform well when compared to your peers. You need every bit of advantage out there. FRACPASS will help you understand where you stand when compared to your peers and also identify your deficiencies.
• Details about the dates and application can be found here
• Click here for the RACP info sheet.
• Click here for FAQs about the FRACP

The history of RACP and FRACP

Here are some interesting factoids from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP). Click the links below for details.

• Physicians in Australia and New Zealand were accredited through the Royal College of Physicians (U.K) until the 1930s.
• The first FRACP examination was conducted in 1938 with 47 candidates.

• The 2010 examination had 724 candidates.

• The number of candidates who fail the FRACP written examination has risen from 152 (2001) to 231 (2010).