MRCPCH TAS Forum

Theory and Science can feel difficult. This forum helps candidates discuss physiology, pathology, pharmacology and scientific concepts in simple language.

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This forum is a friendly place for MRCPCH candidates to ask questions, discuss difficult topics, share revision tips and support each other.

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Suggested discussion topics:
• Difficult exam questions
• Revision strategies
• Recommended books and websites
• Clinical scenarios
• Exam experiences and success stories

There are no silly questions. If you are unsure, ask!

Happy learning and good luck with your MRCPCH journey.

Simple aim: Make difficult science easier to understand and remember for the exam.

High-Yield TAS Topics

Physiology

Respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, endocrine and neonatal physiology.

Pharmacology

Drug action, side effects, prescribing principles and common paediatric medicines.

Pathology

Mechanisms of disease, inflammation, infection, genetics and metabolic conditions.

Evidence & Science

Research basics, statistics, epidemiology and evidence-based medicine.

How to Study for TAS

1. Understand, Do Not Memorise Only

TAS tests concepts. Try to understand why something happens, not just the final answer.

2. Use Simple Notes

Make short notes for difficult physiology, pharmacology and pathology topics.

3. Practise Questions Early

Questions show you how theory is tested in the exam. Review every wrong answer carefully.

4. Revise Repeatedly

TAS concepts fade quickly. Repeat weak topics many times before the exam.

Important: Do not read too many books. Choose a few reliable resources and revise them properly.

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Physiology Pharmacology Pathology Statistics Genetics Metabolism Renal Endocrine

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Useful Resources

RCPCH Theory Exam

Official exam information and guidance.

Visit RCPCH

RCPCH Sample Papers

Use official sample papers to understand exam style.

Open Sample Papers

NICE Guidelines

Helpful for UK-based evidence and clinical principles.

Visit NICE

BNF for Children

Useful for pharmacology and paediatric medicines.

Visit BNFC

TAS Discussion

Ask your TAS question in the comments or Disqus box below.

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6 comments:

JDRC4 January 2017 at 22:08
You can ask any question here.
Anonymous16 March 2017 at 10:31
i want to sit in MRCPCH part 1 in June 2017. can i sit only theory and science exame at a time or i have to give both part 1a and 1b together. thanks
JDRC17 March 2017 at 17:26
You can sit in TAS only.
Childplay15 May 2017 at 16:44
Anyone tried Passpaeds.com? Seems good, especially price
Anonymous12 November 2017 at 16:51
Can one appear in FOP and TAS togather? On same day.or they are both seprate.
Unknown13 November 2020 at 12:08
Hey.im a fresh graduate with one year of housejob/internship including 3 months rotation in paediatrics which was very basic .
I intend on giving MRCPCH part 1 in 2021.

Q1 - which should i go for ; FOP or TAS as i am not working and have ample of time

Q2 - which month exam should i go for ; feb or june (im more comfortable with june as i am getting so much information atm and it will need some time to get into it)

Q3 - how and from where can i get these books in UAE /PAKISTAN ?

Q4 - recommended site for Questions and how to get them

Q5 - how to plan my study and what strategy to use ?

Kindly let me know.i know there are alot of Questions

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