The Foundation Programme is a two-year generic training programme which forms the bridge between medical school and specialist/general practice training.
Trainees will have the opportunity to gain experience in a series of placements in a variety of specialties and healthcare settings.
Foundation Year 1 (F1)
The first year of the Foundation Programme builds upon the knowledge, skills and competences acquired in undergraduate training. The learning objectives for this year are set by the General Medical Council. In order to attain full registration with the GMC, doctors must achieve specific competences by the end of this year. (See the GMC website for more details: www.gmc-uk.org)
Foundation Year 2 (F2)
The second year of the Foundation Programme builds on the first year of training. The F2 year main focus is on training in the assessment and management of the acutely ill patient. Training also encompasses the generic professional skills applicable to all areas of medicine - team work, time management, communication and IT skills.
Latest News
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Nearly 92% of primary list applicants are allocated to one of their top five foundation schools
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UKFPO confirms final numbers for FP2012 oversubscription
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UKFPO publishes third edition of the Foundation Programme Annual Report
(Published 24/11/2011)
