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How long does PLAB 2 preparation really take? A realistic week-by-week study plan for 4, 6, and 8-week timelines — with daily targets, milestones, and what to prioritise.
The recurring reasons candidates fail PLAB 2 — from data-gathering slips to poor time management — and practical fixes for each, based on the official mark scheme.
A detailed breakdown of the PLAB 2 mark scheme — the three domains, the global score, and exactly what examiners are looking for in every 8-minute station.
The UKMLA is replacing PLAB. We explain what's changed, what's the same, and how to prepare if you're an international medical graduate sitting the new exam.
A full breakdown of every PLAB 2 OSCE station type, specialty distribution, and what examiners assess in each — with preparation tips.
Everything you need to know to pass PLAB 2 — from understanding the station format and mark scheme to building consultation skills that examiners look for.