- Home
- Engineering
-
- R.V. College of Engineering
- M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology
- PES College of Engineering
- Bangalore Institute of Technology (BIT)
- B.M.S Institute of Technology and Management
- Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology
- S.J.B. Institute of Technology
- NITTE Meenakshi Institute of Technology
- Sapthagiri College of Engineering
- New Horizon College of Engineering
- Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology
- M.V.J. College of Engineering
- Medical
-
- Mahatma Gandhi Medical College
- Geetanjali Medical College
- Dr S S Tantia Medical College
- NIMS Medical College
- American International Institute of Medical Sciences
- Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre
- Jaipur National University Institute of Medical Sciences
- Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences
- Pacific Medical College & Hospital
- MBBS Abroad
- PG in Abroad
- Commerce
- Contact
About UNITED KINGDOM MEDICAL LICENSING ASSESSMENT (UKMLA)
The United Kingdom Medical Licensing Assessment (UKMLA) is a new exam system introduced in the UK starting in 2024 for doctors wishing to practice in the UK. It will replace the existing PLAB (Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board) exam taken by international medical graduates. The UKMLA will also be a mandatory exam for UK medical graduates before they are granted full registration with the General Medical Council. This blog provides a comprehensive overview of UKMLA and how it will impact overseas and British candidates aspiring to work as doctors in the UK.
Purpose of UKMLA
The key objectives behind introducing the new UKMLA framework are:
- To have a common assessment framework for UK and international medical graduates seeking medical registration in the UK.
- To assess clinical competencies required for safe practice in the UK healthcare system.
- To evaluate communication skills and professional capabilities.
- To ensure standards are aligned with UK curriculum and regulatory guidelines.
So, in a nutshell, UKMLA aims to uniformly assess all doctors before granting registration to practice medicine in the UK.
What will be assessed in the Medical Licensing Assessment (MLA)?
The Medical Licensing Assessment (MLA) is designed to comprehensively assess the knowledge, skills, and professional values required for safe and effective medical practice in the UK. Here's what will be assessed in the MLA:
Part 1: Computer-Based Assessment This part will assess the following areas:
- Clinical Knowledge: Knowledge of basic medical sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathology, etc.)
- Knowledge of clinical medicine (diagnosis, management, treatment)
- Application of clinical knowledge in various scenarios
- Data Interpretation: Interpretation of clinical data (e.g., lab results, imaging, ECGs)
- Analysis and synthesis of patient information
- Professional Values and Ethical Principles:
- Professionalism, integrity, and ethical behaviour
- Legal and regulatory aspects of medical practice
- Patient safety and quality of care
Part 2: Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) This part will assess the following clinical skills and competencies:
Communication Skills: History taking and communication with patients, Breaking bad news, obtaining informed consent
Communication with colleagues and inter-professional collaboration
Clinical Examination Skills:
- Physical examination techniques
- Procedural skills (e.g., CPR, suturing, injections)
- Clinical Reasoning and Decision-Making:
- Diagnostic reasoning and formulating management plans
- Clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
- Professionalism and Ethics:
- Professional behaviour and attitudes
- Ethical reasoning and decision-making
- Respect for patient autonomy and diversity
The MLA aims to assess a wide range of competencies, including medical knowledge, clinical skills, professionalism, and ethical reasoning, to ensure that candidates are well-prepared to practice medicine safely and effectively in the UK healthcare system. It's important to note that the specific content and weightage of different areas may vary, and candidates should refer to the official GMC guidelines and resources for the most up-to-date information on the MLA assessment.
