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Histopathology ST1 Interview Course

The most comprehensive Histopathology ST1 interview course – designed to help you rank highly & secure your first-choice post

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Created by Dr Rishi Agrawal

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Histopathology ST1 Interview Course: stained tissue and two scientists using a microscope

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60+ Expert Topics

Over 100 Questions

New 2027 Updates

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Comprehensive, well-structured course that covers the approach to tackling the histopathology interview. I have not seen anything so well tailored to applicants – an excellent resource which I found very useful for my application.

Zarius F.

Well put together course that covers key areas and topics of the histopathology interview. Easy to navigate, well-presented and great level of detail. The ‘interpreting an image’ examples were particularly useful.

Henry M.

I’ve just finished the course and all the modules – they were excellent! Made me feel so much more prepared for the Histopathology interview. Highly recommend to any future applicants.

Michael S.

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Preparing for the Histopathology ST1 interview can feel like navigating a maze – with image-based stations, post-mortem reports and time-pressured clinical reasoning. With almost nine applications for every training post in 2026 (681 applications for 79 posts), competition is intense. Success at interview isn’t about luck – it’s about strategy, structure, and confidence under pressure.

That’s exactly what the Medset Histopathology ST1 Interview Course delivers. Updated for the 2027 cycle, it’s the most comprehensive and up-to-date resource available for your preparation. You’ll learn to communicate with clarity, demonstrate clinical insight, and approach every interview station with precision – so you can maximise your score and secure your first-choice training post.

Every element of this online course mirrors the real Histopathology ST1 interview – from post-mortem cases and reporting errors to the communication style expected by assessors. You’ll apply proven frameworks used by top scoring trainees, focusing on the domains that consistently secure offers across UK national selection.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the Histopathology ST1 interview format and scoring domains
  • Structure clear, high-scoring answers using proven frameworks
  • Assess images, clinical errors and post-mortem cases with ease
  • Refine timing, delivery, and confidence through guided practice stations
  • Learn how assessors score and benchmark candidates in each domain
  • Focus your preparation on the areas that secure the highest marks

Course Content

Introduction
Application Process
Eligibility Criteria
Competition
Application & Interview Timeline
How Is The Interview Structured?
How To Prepare For The Interview
Communication
Practice & Managing Nerves
Common issues & Pitfalls

Introduction
How The Station Is Structured
The Approach
Framework
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Example Image 6

Introduction
Histopathology Questions

Introduction
MCCD Reminder
Example MCCDs
Case Study 1
Case Study 2
Case Study 3
Case Study 4
Case Study 5
Case Study 6
Pathophysiology Question 1
Pathophysiology Question 2
Pathophysiology Question 3
Pathophysiology Question 4
Pathophysiology Question 5
Pathophysiology Question 6

Introduction
Scenario 1
Scenario 2
Scenario 3
Scenario 4
Scenario 5
Scenario 6
Legacy Team Working Questions

Clinical Knowledge
Introduction
Granulomatous Inflammation
Amyloidosis
Acute/Suppurative Inflammation
Calcification
Thrombosis/Embolism
Steatosis

Introduction
Normal Histopathology Report Components
Example Error 1
Example Error 2
Example Error 3
Example Error 4
Example Error 5
Example Error 6
Follow Up And Audit Questions

Portfolio Points

Histopathology ST1 self-assessment also scores a leadership course: 1 point for a course of two days or less (six hours counts as one day). Our 12-hour online Medical Leadership & Management course covers this, with a certificate for your evidence upload.

Flexible Learning

Online CourseMock Interview Pro Bundle
Question Bank
Discussion Board
Knowledge HubComing SoonComing Soon
Full Mock Interview
Personal Feedback
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16

Saturday | 9 am – 12 pm

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JAN

23

Saturday | 9 am – 12 pm

Mock Interview

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Authors

Dr Rishi AgrawalDr Rishi Agrawal on LinkedIn
Rishi is an ST5 histopathology resident with extensive experience across various subspecialties and a passion for dermatopathology. He has successfully passed the FRCPath exams and is pre-CCT. He has a proven track record of successfully mentoring candidates for the histopathology interview, helping them secure posts in their top-choice deaneries. The frameworks described in this course will equip candidates with the tools to confidently excel in this competitive interview.

Why Medset?

Speciality interviews are competitive – and we know what it takes to succeed. Since 2013, we’ve helped thousands of doctors secure training posts by mastering the frameworks, question styles, and high-yield topics that lead to top-ranked offers.

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Our next-generation learning platform Examable® combines expert content with progress tracking, personalised stats, smart notes, podcasts, and discussion boards – giving you everything you need to get that competitive edge.

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Comprehensive, well-structured course that covers the approach to tackling the histopathology interview. I have not seen anything so well tailored to applicants – an excellent resource which I found very useful for my application.

Zarius F.

Well put together course that covers key areas and topics of the histopathology interview. Easy to navigate, well-presented and great level of detail. The ‘interpreting an image’ examples were particularly useful.

Henry M.

I’ve just finished the course and all the modules – they were excellent! Made me feel so much more prepared for the Histopathology interview. Highly recommend to any future applicants.

Michael S.

FAQ

The national Histopathology ST1 interview is entirely virtual and lasts around 30 minutes, split across two stations. You’ll be assessed on clinical and professional judgement, communication, and motivation for specialty. Our course replicates this exact structure with timed mock stations and consultant-level marking guidance.
Histopathology ST1 is highly competitive: there were 681 applications for 79 posts in 2026 (8.6 to 1) and 985 for 104 posts in 2025 (9.5 to 1), according to NHS England. That’s why Medset’s preparation focuses on strategy, structure, and score optimisation — so you’re not just prepared, but positioned to rank highly.
This course is ideal for FY2 and foundation doctors, academic trainees, and international graduates applying through the NHS Oriel system. No prior histopathology experience is required — just commitment and curiosity about the specialty.
Once enrolled, you’ll get instant access to interactive modules, question banks, and station breakdowns covering all interview domains. You can study anytime, anywhere, and revisit modules as often as needed. Progress tracking and self-assessment checkpoints help you measure improvement.
Absolutely. The course has been updated for the 2027 recruitment cycle in line with the RCPath and Oriel guidance, including portfolio verification, evidence scoring and interview format. Applications close on 19 November 2026 and online interviews run from 1 to 4 February 2027.
We recommend at least 6–8 weeks of structured preparation using the Medset course. Many candidates start earlier, combining the online modules with a mock interview in the final few weeks to simulate real conditions.

Yes – the course is fully aligned with UK national recruitment standards and includes specific guidance for IMGs applying via Oriel, including communication style, ethical reasoning, and NHS-focused professional judgement.

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