This intensive 3-day live MRCP PACES course is designed to provide candidates with focused, practical preparation for the PACES examination. The course emphasises real bedside clinical examination, structured approach to stations, examination technique, communication skills and exam strategy, enabling candidates to perform confidently in the PACES exam.
The Only Course That Gives You 24 CPD Hrs
Get Online PACES Course for Free — When You Subscribe for the Live Course
MRCP PACES · Milton Keynes University Hospital
3-Day Intensive MRCP PACES Course
Real Patients • Real Clinical Signs • Real Exam Preparation
15–17 May 2026·08:00 – 17:00Academic Centre – Milton Keynes University Hospital
Clinical Medicine – PACES · Exam tips & updates on WhatsApp
ChannelLoading video...
What Makes This Course Different
Real PACES Patients
Patients are carefully selected for exceptional clinical signs representative of the exam. No simulated cases or actors. Many patients have previously appeared in PACES examinations.
Small Group Bedside Teaching
Maximum two candidates per bedside. Each patient is paired with an instructor for direct observation, immediate feedback, and personalised teaching.
Examine Every Patient Yourself
Candidates actively examine every case. The emphasis is on hands-on clinical practice, not passive observation.
Instructor Feedback on Every Case
After each case instructors provide feedback on examination technique, clinical reasoning, presentation style, and diagnostic accuracy.
Real Exam Conditions
Teaching sessions replicate PACES conditions including timed stations, structured presentation, and examiner-style questioning.
Full Mock PACES Examination
Day 3 includes a complete simulated PACES exam circuit. Each candidate receives structured marking, detailed feedback, and individual performance review.
Why This PACES Course
Preparing for MRCP PACES requires more than textbook knowledge. Success in the exam depends on:
- ✓Efficient examination technique
- ✓Recognising subtle clinical signs
- ✓Presenting findings clearly to examiners
- ✓Remaining calm under exam pressure
This intensive 3-day PACES course has been designed to address exactly these skills. Candidates will examine real patients with authentic clinical signs under the supervision of experienced instructors and PACES examiners. Every case includes direct feedback on examination technique, presentation and diagnostic reasoning.
Course Structure
- 1
Day 1 — PACES Overview, Long Case, Ethics and Communication
- Overview of PACES exam format
- Consultation station strategies
- Communication skills scenarios
- Ethics and professionalism
- Long case approach
- Structured case presentation
- 2
Day 2 — Clinical Examination Stations
- Bedside teaching with real patients: Cardiology, Respiratory, Neurology, Abdominal examination
- Focus on efficient examination technique, identification of clinical signs, diagnostic reasoning, examiner-style presentation
- 3
Day 3 — Mock PACES Examination
- Full exam circuit: Cardiology, Respiratory, Neurology, Abdominal, Consultation, Communication stations
- Each candidate receives individual structured feedback
Patients
Approximately 20 patients with exceptional clinical signs will be reviewed during the course. Patients are carefully selected to represent classic PACES cases.
Faculty
Teaching Delivered By:
- Consultant physicians
- Senior registrars
- Experienced PACES instructors
- MRCP PACES examiner (course lead)
Faculty are selected for their clinical expertise and teaching ability.
Who Should Attend
This Course Is Ideal For:
- ✓Doctors preparing for MRCP PACES
- ✓International medical graduates
- ✓Candidates needing exposure to real clinical signs
- ✓Doctors seeking focused exam preparation
Testimonials
- “The course delivered an exceptionally high standard of PACES preparation. The structured bedside teaching, combined with detailed examiner feedback, provided a clear framework for approaching each station with confidence.”
- “A superbly organised teaching programme that combines extensive patient exposure with highly focused clinical instruction. The faculty demonstrated remarkable expertise in guiding candidates through the complexities of the PACES examination.”
- “The breadth of clinical cases available during the course was particularly impressive. The opportunity to practise examination techniques under the supervision of experienced clinicians significantly enhanced my diagnostic confidence.”
- “An outstanding educational experience that emphasised practical bedside skills and structured clinical reasoning. The course provided an invaluable opportunity to refine both examination technique and presentation skills.”
- “The teaching was both academically rigorous and extremely practical. The faculty were generous with their time and provided thoughtful feedback that was directly applicable to the PACES examination.”
Course Details
- Dates
- 15–17 May 2026
- Time
- 08:00 – 17:00
- Venue
- Academic Centre, Milton Keynes University Hospital
- Format
- In-person bedside clinical teaching
- Catering
- Coffee, refreshments and lunch provided
Refund Policy
- ·Full refund minus Stripe transaction fee if cancellation occurs 6 weeks before course.
- ·50% refund if cancellation occurs 3 weeks before course.
- ·No refund beyond this period except emergencies with proof.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Course Information
This course is ideal for:
• Doctors preparing to sit the MRCP PACES examination
• Candidates who have previously attempted PACES and wish to improve exam technique
• International medical graduates preparing for the UK PACES format
• Candidates seeking high-yield, structured revision with expert guidance
Yes. The course is fully aligned with the PACES23 format, including:
• Consultation and communication stations
• Clinical examination stations
• Structured patient assessment
• Real patient examinations with examiner-style feedback
The course is led by senior consultant physicians and ex MRCP PACES examiners with decades of experience in clinical teaching and PACES examination preparation.
Faculty members have:
• Extensive clinical experience
• Direct experience as PACES examiners
• A strong track record in training successful PACES candidates
Key advantages include:
• Intensive small-group bedside teaching
• Real patient examinations
• Examiner-style feedback
• High tutor-to-candidate ratio
• Focus on PACES exam strategy and scoring
• Extensive practice of communication stations
• Teaching delivered by experienced PACES examiners
Course Structure
The course will run over three full days:
15 May – 17 May (inclusive)
Each day runs from:
08:00 – 17:00
The course will cover all PACES stations, including:
Clinical Examination Stations
• Cardiovascular examination
• Respiratory examination
• Abdominal examination
• Neurological examination
• Locomotor and rheumatological examination
Extensive Communication and Consultation Stations including:
• Breaking bad news
• Ethics and professionalism
• Patient counselling
• Explaining investigations
• Shared decision making
Yes.
A major strength of the course is the opportunity to examine real patients with authentic clinical signs, allowing candidates to practice:
• Clinical examination technique
• Identifying physical signs
• Presenting findings clearly
• Answering examiner questions
Yes.
You will receive structured feedback from experienced PACES tutors, including:
• Examination technique
• Presentation skills
• Communication style
• Clinical reasoning
• Exam performance tips
Venue and Logistics
The course venue is:
Academic Centre
Milton Keynes University Hospital
Further details, including directions and nearby accommodation, will be provided after booking.
Yes.
A list of nearby hotels and accommodation options will be provided in your booking confirmation email.
Yes.
Paid parking is available at the venue.
Registration opens before the course begins.
Candidates should arrive by:
07:45 AM
Teaching starts promptly at 08:00 AM.
Booking and Registration
Book online only.
Because places are limited, early booking is strongly recommended.
Yes.
To ensure high-quality bedside teaching, places are strictly limited and courses are often oversubscribed.
Yes.
If the course is fully booked, you may request to be placed on the waiting list, and you will be contacted if a place becomes available.
After booking, you will receive:
• Booking confirmation email
• Course venue details
• Course timings
• Accommodation suggestions
Yes.
A VAT receipt will be emailed to you after booking.
Certification & CPD
Yes.
All participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance upon completion of the course.
This can be used for portfolio documentation and CPD purposes.
Food and Refreshments
Yes.
The course includes:
• Tea and coffee during breaks
• Lunch each day
This is included within the course fee.
Course Timetable
A detailed timetable will be provided at the start of the course.
The course runs:
08:00 – 17:00 each day.
Cancellation and Transfers
Full refund minus Stripe transaction fee if cancellation occurs 6 weeks before the course.
50% refund if cancellation occurs 3 weeks before the course.
No refund beyond this period except in emergencies with proof.
Cancellations received within 3 weeks of the course are non-refundable.
Yes.
Transfers are possible subject to availability, provided they are requested at least 5 working days before the course.
Yes.
A substitute candidate may attend in your place if you are unable to attend.
MRCP PACES Examination Information
For official PACES information including:
• Exam format
• Application process
• Dates and fees
Please refer to the Royal College of Physicians PACES pages.
Additional Candidate Questions
Candidates are taught in small focused groups, allowing for:
• Maximum bedside practice
• Personalised feedback
• Greater interaction with faculty
Yes.
The course includes exam-style practice stations simulating the PACES exam environment.
Candidates are advised to bring:
1. Stethoscope
2. Bring your Laptop or iPad and Charger — You will need it for the interactive sessions.
3. Wear comfortable, informal clothes — These 3 days are going to be pretty exhaustive.
While no course can guarantee success, this course is designed to maximise your chances of success by providing:
• Real patient exposure
• Examiner-level insights
• Practical exam strategies
• Focused feedback
Book Your Place
Places are strictly limited to maintain teaching quality. Maximum capacity is kept deliberately small. Courses often sell out early.
Book Early to Avoid Disappointment.