MFDS Part 2 Preparation Course

Suitable for those intending to sit the MFDS Part 2 exam, which includes interactive lectures as well as practical sessions to help prepare you for your OSCE.

24 October 2025

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow

6 CPD

Important Information

When applying to sit the MFDS Part 2 exam, you can make use of the discounted exam package which includes the examination, preparation course and affiliate membership while preparing for the exam.

Overview

This one day revision course includes interactive skills stations and lectures, as well as an afternoon of mock OSCEs.

Run by MFDS Part 2 examiners, the course aims to develop your knowledge and skills in six key exam areas:

History taking
Special tests
Diagnoses, problem lists and discussion of possible treatment options
Planning and explaining treatment
Breaking bad news / handling complaints
Medical history and managing emergencies

This course will also involve lectures and workshop sessions on both communications and law & ethics, run by experts in these fields.

The afternoon of mock OSCEs will give you the opportunity to practice your OSCE skills via a number of different scenarios, with the added benefit of both peer and examiner feedback to help you improve your exam.

Making the most of your course

In order to maximise what you’ll learn on the day, this course requires you to complete pre-course reading beforehand and in-course and post-course reflection actively encouraged. Details of what you need to do will be provided when you sign up for the course.

Attending the course

This event is an in-person course. That means you get the chance to join us in Glasgow.

At the College, you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, as well as lunch prepared by our award-winning chefs.

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is conveniently located in Glasgow City Centre, within easy reach of major train stations, motorways and airports. Hotel and parking discounts can be accessed after booking.

Find out more about the best way to get to us here.

Claiming your CPD

This course offers 6 CPD points for everyone who attends. This can be claimed via your College account. CPD points will be available for up to one month after the course. If you have any questions about claiming your CPD points, our Education team are happy to help.