This certification preparation program is reviewed by Dr. Ran Wilkosin, MD, FACP, FRCP, Chief Advisor at Royal Medical Pathways, for alignment with current sittings and registry requirements.
What is MRCEM?
- Full name
- Membership of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine
- Administering body
- MRCEM is the international qualification for emergency medicine clinicians, awarded by the Royal College of Emergency Medicine
- Purpose
- Specialty qualification for emergency medicine practice in the UK and internationally.
- Format
- Primary Examination · Intermediate SBA · OSCE
- 2026-2027 cycle
- Sittings open across the 2026-2027 academic year — contact us for the next available date.
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Overview
MRCEM is the international qualification for emergency medicine clinicians, awarded by the Royal College of Emergency Medicine.
The 2026-2027 syllabus emphasises critical care, paediatric emergencies, and pre-hospital integration.
Exam Structure
Primary Examination
- 180 SBA questions in basic sciences for emergency medicine.
Intermediate SBA
- 180-question written paper covering acute presentations.
OSCE
- 16-station structured clinical exam.
Eligibility & Registration
- Two years of postgraduate experience including six months in EM.
- Registration via RCEM portal.
How to Register for MRCEM in 2026
Check MRCEM eligibility
Verify your qualifications meet the MRCEM requirements for the 2026-2027 cycle.
Speak with a Royal Medical Pathways advisor
Book a free consultation to map your prep plan and decide which study package suits your timeline and budget.
Register for MRCEM
Complete the official registration on the MRCEM portal and confirm your sitting window.
Receive your tailored study plan
Get a structured study schedule, syllabus-aligned materials and mentor calls scheduled around your test date.
Sit the exam
Attend your MRCEM sitting with confidence, supported by structured preparation aligned to the real exam format.
Collect and verify your certificate
We assist with certificate collection, verification and onward registration with your regulator.
Official MRCEM Preparation Videos
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Official Royal College webinar on mental health legislation relevant to emergency medicine.
MRCEM FAQs
What is the MRCEM qualification pathway?
MRCEM (Membership of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine) requires passing the Primary, Intermediate (SBA), and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).
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