The time for the 2010 applications is fast rolling around and I couldn’t find last years questions easily on the net so here they are. They may well change for 2010 but they should give a rough idea.

• List your educational achievements. (250 works, 8 pts)
• Give two examples of specific learning needs that you identified as part of your undergraduate medical training. Compare and contrast your approaches to addressing these differing needs. How will you use these experiences to develop your competence and performance as a foundation doctor? (250 words, 10 pts)
• Compare and contrast the care that you have observed for two patients with the same diagnosis and similar clinical problems. Describe the care and the extent to which it took into account the individual needs of the patients. What have you learned from these observations and how will you apply this learning to your future clinical practice? (250 words, 10 pts)
• Describe one example of a clinical situation where you demonstrated or observed appropriate professional behaviour despite difficult circumstances. How will you apply what you have learned to your future practice? (150 words, 8 points)
• Describe one example, not necessarily clinical, that has increased your understanding of team working. Describe your role and how you contributed to the team. What have you learned and how will you apply this to working with colleagues as a foundation doctor? (150 words, 8 pts)
• Describe a situation, not necessarily clinical, where you personally felt challenged and under pressure. Describe how you responded. What did you learn from this experience and how will this benefit you as a foundation doctor? (150 words, 8 points)
• Describe one of your non-academic achievements. Explain clearly why this was an achievement for you. What did you learn from this achievement and how will this influence your approach to patient care? (150 words, 8 points)