Preparing for the FRACP Written Exam is one of the most challenging stages in any physician’s career. But contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to spend thousands to access quality revision materials. The key is quality… and not quantity.
Below are some examples of free content that you can build your study program:
1. Start with us: PassFRACP.com
PassFRACP.com has rapidly become one of the leading online platforms for the DWE adult exam preparation. Founded by doctors who’ve recently passed the exams themselves, it offers high yield free content on its social media to help you practice. Explore now to find this free content. If you find it useful let us know!
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2. Basicphysiciantraining.com
Written by a current SMO in respiratory medicine. Offers a limited selection of free MCQ questions across all specialities. Also has notes for the clinical examination which was very useful.
3. NEJM – Question of the week (AMBOSS)
A free email newsletter built for US trainees, with weekly exam-focused pearls and case-based questions. The New England Journal of Medicine’s weekly clinical question is a great way to learn using clinical case studies. Answer the simple question and it gives you a key learning point and detailed information, with references.
Use it for: Keeping up with current guidelines, clinical hot topics, and rare cases.
4. FRACP study notes by David Tripp
Study notes compiled to for the 2009 RACP Clinical Exam (may be slightly outdated..)
Use it for: Structured approach to study notes
5. Life in the Fast Lane (LITFL)
A free, Australia-based emergency and general medicine resource used widely in FRACP prep. ECGs, toxicology, clinical reasoning, and exam-style pearls all included.
Use it for: ECG interpretation, resuscitation, and exam trivia-style questions.
6. Podcasts and Audio Revision
IMReasoning – Clinical reasoning with real case discussions
The Curious Clinicians – Pathophysiology and diagnostic gems
Hearts and Minds RACP – Official RACP Clinical Exam podcast
Use it for: Passive learning during commutes, walking, or downtime.
How to Build a Free FRACP Study Plan
Another idea that’s free is that you can create a cost-free, high-yield study strategy using just the free tools mentioned above. Here’s a sample approach:
Month 1–3:
Read RACP syllabus + build a topic checklist
Download key summaries from shared past candidate resources
Month 4–6:
Schedule monthly PassFRACP mock exams
Supplement with podcasts + high-yield note review
Attend Telegram group discussions for clinical exam tips
Final Thoughts: You Don’t Need to Pay to Pass
The FRACP exam is hard — but it’s not about buying the most expensive resource. There are plenty of tools out there to help you make your choice. Overall it’s about using the right tools, sticking to a structured plan, and learning from those who’ve done it before.
Your future self will thank you.