Aberdeen MMI Marking Guide – Integrated
Framework Edition
1. Motivation & Insight into Medicine
• Look for genuine motivation with specific experiences.
• Check realistic understanding: workload, emotional strain, MDTs.
• Insight from work experience: what he learned.
• Why Aberdeen: clinical exposure, systems course, Foresterhill, rural medicine.
• NHS Scotland awareness: winter pressures, Realistic Medicine.
• Patient-centred care: listening, autonomy, shared decisions.
Framework checks:
• 7Cs
• PEE
• Teach-back
2. Core Qualities & Professionalism
• Uses STARR for reflective answers.
• Safe, honest example; takes responsibility.
• Shows learning and change.
• Demonstrates empathy and professionalism.
Framework checks:
• STARR required
• 7Cs
• VALUE/NURSE
• GMC principles
3. Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Balanced arguments with pros/cons.
• Structured reasoning.
• Ethical principles applied.
• Realistic NHS understanding.
Framework checks:
• Four Pillars
• Pros → Cons → Ethics → Conclusion
• Prioritisation criteria
• Describe → Interpret → Conclude
4. Teamwork & Communication
• Uses STARR for teamwork.
• Defines own role clearly.
• Shows collaboration & compromise.
• Explains concepts simply.
Framework checks:
• STARR
• PEE
• Teach-back
• 7Cs
• LEAPS
• MDT awareness
5. Professionalism, Ethics & Values
• Applies Four Pillars.
• Understands duty of candour.
• Confidentiality & limits.
• Patient safety first.
• Balanced reasoning.
Framework checks:
• Four Pillars
• SBAR
• SPIKES (if emotional)
• GMC/NHS values
6. Reflection & Resilience
• Uses STARR/STARL.
• Brief feelings → actions → learning.
• Healthy coping strategies.
• Links learning to medical school resilience.
Framework checks:
• STARR
• 7Cs
• NURSE