A guide to Otago fifth year exams

The purpose of this article is to help Advanced Learning in Medicine Year 5 (ALM5) students focus on the high yield components when preparing for the University of Otago ALM5 common component exams (fifth year exams). These exams are known to be stressful as there is a wide breadth of knowledge that may be covered, leading to a feeling of not knowing where to start and not being able to evaluate your progress. Here, a systematic approach is described to minimise stress and make preparation for the exam more efficient by prioritising preparation that secures the most marks in the exams.