Non-urgent advice: UK Foundation programme 2027 application update
At the close of the national application window for the 2027 UK Foundation Programme on 07 October 2026, the UKFPO received 11,369 applications (compared to 11,752 applications for the 2026 UK Foundation Programme).
Further guidance and timelines for Foundation School allocation, group and programme preferencing and matching will follow in due course.
Applicants should continue to refer to the UKFPO website and application timeline regularly for up-to-date information.
Recruitment reminders and quick links
Education and support quick links
- UKFP Curriculum 2021 (2026 Revision) – Introduction – Watch on YouTube – webinar (July 2026)
- UK FP Curriculum – the UKFP curriculum and guidance for all stakeholders
- Placement Supervision Group (PSG) – information for all FP stakeholders about the purpose of the PSG and how to manage the PSG feedback process
- New 2025-26 Humans of the Foundation Programme e-book
- Exploring Foundation Doctor perspectives on treating marginalised communities – Dr Aisia Lea, 2026-27 UKFPO Fellow
- Specialised Foundation Programme (SFP) supervision form – available in Horus ePortfolio, and as a blank form on our website for all users
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