DPM Exam Update: Two Sittings from 2027
Posted on: Tuesday 14 April 2026
We are very pleased to announce that for the first time, all three exams in the Diploma in Pharmaceutical Medicine (DPM) will be offered twice within the calendar year from 2027. The Certificate in Pharmaceutical Medicine (CPM), which forms Part 1 of the DPM, is already delivered twice a year, and this change will now extend the same opportunity across the full diploma.
Achieving the DPM is a landmark achievement for any physician undertaking a career in pharmaceutical medicine. It affirms their knowledge and expertise in our specialty, and their commitment to enhancing the health of society.
We’re pleased to be introducing two annual sittings of the DPM exams from 2027. We hope the change will offer candidates greater flexibility to plan their learning journeys, without compromising on the high standards for which the exams are rightly known.
This reflects FPM’s ongoing commitment to supporting those building careers in pharmaceutical medicine. I am proud that FPM continues to evolve to better support professionals in this field.
Upcoming Examination Dates:
Bookings to open on 1 June 2026
- Tuesday 15 September 2026 (CPM/Part 1 of DPM)
- Wednesday 7 October 2026 (Part 2 of DPM – SAQ paper)
- Thursday 8 October 2026 (Part 2 of DPM – CAP paper)
Bookings to open on 19 October 2026
- Tuesday 18 March 2027 (CPM/Part 1 of DPM)
- Wednesday 14 April 2027 (Part 2 of DPM – SAQ paper)
- Thursday 15 April 2027 (Part 2 of DPM – CAP paper)
Booking window TBC
- Wednesday 15 September 2027 (CPM/Part 1 of DPM)
- October 2027 (Part 2 of DPM – SAQ paper) – Date TBC
- October 2027 (Part 2 of DPM – CAP paper) – Date TBC
Exam support
The DPM Training Programme is designed to support candidates preparing for both the CPM and DPM examinations. We highly encourage candidates who are preparing to sit an exam in 2026 or 2027 to enrol onto the 2026 programme to make the most of their preparation time.
This programme goes beyond simply helping you learn – it’s designed to help you succeed. With dedicated preparation for each topic area, you will develop the skills and confidence needed to approach your exams.
Each module is carefully aligned to the exam syllabus and focuses on building both knowledge and exam technique. Throughout the programme, you’ll engage with a rich mix of learning resources, including:
- Expert-led recorded sessions breaking down key concepts
- Practice questions to test and reinforce your understanding
- Interactive discussions to deepen insight and share perspectives