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Key Facts: HKMLE Part II Exam

3 hours

official test duration

MCHK LEIP Part II

4 questions

official written paper structure

MCHK LEIP Part II

40 marks

grand total for Part II

MCHK LEIP Part II

20 marks

published passing mark

MCHK LEIP Part II

HK$1,850

Part II examination fee

MCHK LEIP Application and Fees

HK$1,590

application fee

MCHK LEIP Application and Fees

40% and 54%

MCHK-published 2025 Part II pass rates for first and second sittings

MCHK LEIP Examination Statistics

English only

language of Part II questions

MCHK LEIP General Information

HKMLE Part II is a 3-hour written Medical English paper from MCHK. It has four 10-mark questions: two article-based true/false reading tasks and two professional writing/form tasks. Passing requires 20/40, and the Part II examination fee is HK$1,850 plus the HK$1,590 application fee.

Sample HKMLE Part II Practice Questions

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1According to MCHK's description of HKMLE Part II, what is the main purpose of the Proficiency Test in Medical English?
A.To ensure that candidates' English is adequate for professional medical purposes
B.To test advanced medical statistics and research design
C.To assess spoken Cantonese communication with patients
D.To replace the Part III Clinical Examination
Explanation: The official purpose is professional English adequacy, not specialist medical knowledge by itself. In practice, that means reading medical material accurately and writing clear clinical English.
2What is the official time limit for HKMLE Part II?
A.2 hours
B.3 hours
C.3 hours 30 minutes
D.One full day
Explanation: MCHK states that the Part II paper lasts 3 hours. Time management matters because candidates must read two articles and complete two written responses.
3The official Part II paper has a total of 40 marks. What is the published passing mark?
A.16
B.18
C.20
D.24
Explanation: The passing mark is 20 out of 40. This is an official logistics fact, so it should be stated exactly rather than estimated as a percentage only.
4Which description best matches the official structure of HKMLE Part II?
A.Two MCQ papers of 120 questions each
B.Four 10-mark written questions, including article-based true/false tasks and written responses
C.Four bedside clinical stations in medicine, surgery, obstetrics and paediatrics
D.A viva voce examination in English and Cantonese
Explanation: Part II has four questions worth 10 marks each. The first two are article-based true/false tasks, while the later tasks require written English responses such as letters, passages or forms.
5In the article-based true/false sections, what is the effect of an incorrect answer?
A.No mark is awarded or deducted
B.One mark is deducted
C.Half a mark is deducted
D.The whole question is voided
Explanation: MCHK states that one mark is awarded for a correct true/false answer and one mark is deducted for an incorrect answer. This makes careful evidence-based reading more important than guessing.
6Which candidate strategy best follows the official negative-marking rule in Questions I and II?
A.Answer every statement even when unsupported
B.Leave a statement blank if the passage gives no basis for deciding
C.Mark all clinically plausible statements as true
D.Use personal clinical experience instead of the article
Explanation: Because unanswered items carry no penalty, an unsupported true/false statement should not be guessed blindly. The task is to judge according to the passage, not according to what sounds medically plausible.
7What must candidates bring to the Part II examination venue according to the official candidate notes?
A.Hong Kong Identity Card or passport, invitation letter and a blue or black pen
B.A medical textbook, calculator and highlighter
C.A stethoscope, tendon hammer and measuring tape
D.A printed curriculum vitae and certificate of internship
Explanation: MCHK lists identity document, invitation letter and pen among required items. This is also a good reminder that Part II is a written paper, not a clinical equipment station.
8Which statement about progression to HKMLE Part III is correct?
A.Candidates must pass Part I and Part II before applying for Part III
B.Candidates may sit Part III before receiving Part II results
C.Part II is optional if the candidate has worked in an English-speaking hospital
D.Part III automatically exempts a candidate from Part II
Explanation: MCHK states that candidates must pass both Part I and Part II before applying for Part III. The sequence matters in official exam planning and in candidate advice.
9Which phrase is most appropriate in a formal note about the Part II paper?
A.a test to check doctor English
B.a written English paper for professional medical purposes
C.a speaking test for bedside chit-chat
D.an essay contest about health topics
Explanation: The best phrase is formal, specific and close to the official purpose. It avoids casual wording and makes clear that the language standard is professional.
10Which is the clearest way to state the published Part II fee in an information sheet?
A.Part II is free for eligible applicants.
B.The Part II examination fee is HK$1,850, in addition to the application fee.
C.The Part II fee is the same as the Part III fee.
D.Candidates pay only after passing Part III.
Explanation: The official application page lists HK$1,850 for Part II and a separate application fee. Clear fee writing separates application and examination charges.

About the HKMLE Part II Exam

HKMLE Part II is the Medical Council of Hong Kong Licensing Examination Proficiency Test in Medical English. It is a three-hour written English paper in English only, designed to test whether a candidate's command of English is adequate for professional purposes. The paper has four 10-mark questions for a total of 40 marks, with a passing mark of 20. Questions I and II each use an article, often from clinical, journal or guideline material, followed by ten true/false statements with one mark awarded for a correct answer and one mark deducted for an incorrect answer. Questions III and IV require candidates to write passages or letters and complete appropriate forms in English in response to professional scenarios. Candidates must pass Part I and Part II before applying to sit Part III of the Licensing Examination.

Assessment

Questions I and II are article-based reading tasks with 10 true/false statements each. Questions III and IV require written English responses, such as passages, letters or forms, based on professional scenarios.

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

20 out of 40 marks

Exam Fee

Application fee HK$1,590 plus Part II examination fee HK$1,850, subject to prevailing rates on date of payment (Medical Council of Hong Kong (MCHK))

HKMLE Part II Exam Content Outline

25%

Question I: Article Reading

Read an article and judge ten statements as true or false according to the passage, with negative marking for wrong answers.

25%

Question II: Article Reading

Read a second article from clinical, journal, public-health or guideline-style material and answer ten true/false statements.

25%

Question III: Professional Writing

Write a clear passage or letter in English in response to a professional or clinical scenario.

25%

Question IV: Professional Writing and Forms

Write a further passage or letter and complete appropriate forms in English, with attention to clarity, accuracy, tone and clinical relevance.

How to Pass the HKMLE Part II Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 20 out of 40 marks
  • Assessment: Questions I and II are article-based reading tasks with 10 true/false statements each. Questions III and IV require written English responses, such as passages, letters or forms, based on professional scenarios.
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: Application fee HK$1,590 plus Part II examination fee HK$1,850, subject to prevailing rates on date of payment

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

HKMLE Part II Study Tips from Top Performers

1Practise reading short clinical and public-health passages, then separate what is explicitly stated from what is merely plausible.
2For true/false items, do not answer from medical background knowledge alone; answer according to the passage, because negative marking penalizes unsupported guesses.
3Build a bank of precise clinical verbs: present with, report, deny, deteriorate, improve, refer, discharge, advise, counsel and consent.
4Write patient-facing explanations in plain English before adding technical terms; a clear explanation usually beats a dense one.
5Practise referral and discharge summaries with the same order each time: reason, relevant history, findings, investigations, treatment, current status and requested follow-up.
6Use neutral, factual tone in records. Avoid blame, speculation, emotive wording and ambiguous time references.
7Review Hong Kong professional context: MCHK confidentiality and record-keeping expectations, Hospital Authority patient rights, and eHealth consent principles.
8Time written practice. In the real paper, allocate time for planning, writing and checking grammar, names, dates, drug doses and the recipient of the letter or form.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HKMLE Part II?

It is the Proficiency Test in Medical English, a written English paper in the MCHK Licensing Examination. It checks whether a candidate's English is adequate for professional medical purposes.

How long is the HKMLE Part II paper?

The official Part II paper lasts 3 hours.

How many questions are in HKMLE Part II?

The official paper has 4 questions, each carrying up to 10 marks. Questions I and II are article-based true/false tasks; Questions III and IV require written English responses such as passages, letters or forms.

What is the passing mark for HKMLE Part II?

The passing mark is 20 out of a grand total of 40 marks.

Are Part II questions in Chinese and English?

No. MCHK states that Part II questions are in English only.

Can I sit Part III before passing Part II?

No. MCHK states that candidates must pass Part I and Part II before applying to sit Part III.

Where is the Part II examination held?

MCHK states that, subject to candidate numbers, Part II is usually held at the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Jockey Club Building in Wong Chuk Hang. Candidates must check the exact venue in their notification email.