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UK Medical Licensing Assessment (UKMLA)

The introduction of the Medical Licensing Assessment (MLA) by the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK is a significant development, and we are here to guide you through it.
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What is the UKMLA?

The MLA is designed to assess the core knowledge, skills, and behaviours of doctors aiming to practice in the UK. It instills confidence in patients and employers by ensuring that doctors, regardless of their educational background, meet the necessary standards for safe medical practice.

There are two candidate groups:

UK medical graduates from 2024–25 onwards and
international doctors seeking to join the UK medical register. For PLAB 1, all tests sat on or after 8 August 2024, and for PLAB 2, all tests sat on or after 17 May 2024, will be based on the MLA content map.

UK Medical Students

If you’re a UK medical student graduating from 2024-25 onwards, the MLA will be a crucial milestone in your journey to becoming a doctor.

The assessment comprises two parts:

  • an applied knowledge test (AKT) and
  • a clinical and professional skills assessment (CPSA).

Rest assured, your medical school curriculum aligns with the MLA’s content, and we at ‘The MedPrep’ are here to support your preparation.

International Medical Graduates (IMGMLA)

For international medical graduates, PLAB exams remain, evolving to align with MLA requirements in 2024.

  • The assessment comprises two parts:

    • an applied knowledge test (AKT) and
    • a clinical and professional skills assessment (CPSA).

The transition won’t affect candidates significantly, maintaining continuity in eligibility criteria and test experience. The MLA content map ensures PLAB’s relevance to UK practice, offering a smooth transition for candidates.

We at ‘The MedPrep’ are here to support your preparation.

Exam Dates UKMLA AKT,PLAB1 2024/2025

  • 23 May 2024

  • 8 August 2024

  • 7 November 2024

  • 20 February 2025

What Will the MLA Cover?

All components within the MLA derive from the MLA content map, which is structured around three key themes:

  • Readiness for safe practice
  • Managing uncertainty
  • Delivering person-centered care
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MLA Content Map

Structured into three overarching themes and six domains, the content map covers:

Areas of clinical practice

Encompassing mental health, surgery and medicine of older adult.

Areas of professional knowledge

Including biomedical sciences and medical ethics and law.

Clinical and professional capabilities

Involving the assessment and management of risk and the safeguarding of vulnerable patients.

Practical skills and procedures

Outlined in the supplementary list accompanying Outcomes for graduates (2018)

Patient presentations

Addressing signs, symptoms, investigation results, and other patient-related issues typically encountered in initial appointments within the UK Foundation Programme (e.g., chronic rash or breast lump)

Conditions

Focusing on pathophysiological diseases or clinical diagnoses typically seen by doctors in their first appointments within the UK Foundation Programme (e.g., asthma and eating disorders).

Frequently Asked Questions

Will International Medical Graduates (IMGs) still be required to take the PLAB test in 2024?
Yes, IMGs will continue to take the PLAB test in 2024. The PLAB test will be aligned with the UKMLA requirements to ensure that it remains a relevant and comprehensive assessment.
Will there be any changes to the eligibility criteria for the PLAB test in 2024?
No, the eligibility criteria for the PLAB test will remain unchanged in 2024. IMGs will need to meet the existing criteria to be eligible to take the PLAB test.
How will the PLAB test align with the UKMLA requirements?

The PLAB test will be adapted to align seamlessly with the UKMLA requirements. This alignment ensures that IMGs are adequately prepared for the transition to the UKMLA and that the PLAB test remains a valuable assessment tool in the licensing process.

When will the first UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) exam take place for IMGs?
The first UKMLA AKT exam for IMGs is scheduled to take place from August 2024 onwards. This marks the beginning of the transition to the UKMLA, and IMGs will be able to participate in the AKT exam as part of their licensing journey.
How does the UKMLA impact my medical education in the UK?
If you’re graduating from a UK medical school from 2024–25 onwards, passing the UKMLA is a requirement for joining the medical register. It ensures you meet the standards for safe medical practice.

Are you aspiring to gain Medical license in the UK?

Our course is meticulously crafted to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to excel in the GMC UKMLA, aligning perfectly with its content map.
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