Basic Pathological Sciences (BPS)
GetThru™ is an educational platform designed to assist candidates in preparing for the Basic Pathological Sciences (BPS).
GetThru Pathology™ is currently in an open beta test.
This means completely free and full access to users of the BPS bank while we continually work to improve the user experience. Join now, to help shape the final version - by testing it early and sharing your feedback.
BPS Preparation Toolkit

Your Companion for Basic Pathological Sciences Exam Preparation
GetThru's BPS question bank is designed to support learners preparing for the Basic Pathological Sciences (BPS) exam, taken by trainees in pathology and related disciplines in Australia and New Zealand. Created by pathologists with deep experience in medical education, our question bank offers high-quality, exam-style questions modelled on key concepts from major pathology texts.
Whether you're just beginning your exam journey or looking to reinforce your understanding of foundational pathology, GetThru provides the structure and tools to help you study more effectively and with confidence.
What is the BPS Exam?
The Basic Pathological Sciences (BPS) exam is a timed, online assessment typically undertaken early in pathology training in Australia and New Zealand. It is designed to assess understanding of key concepts in disease processes, general pathology, and related laboratory sciences. Successful completion is generally required before progressing to more advanced stages of training.
GetThru's BPS question bank contains 1,400+ exam-style questions to help you prepare thoroughly — far more than any other resource available.
Why Use GetThru?
Our question bank uses the prescribed syllabus as a framework to encompass the major topics outlined in commonly used and prescribed pathology texts, especially Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease (10th Edition). The platform covers all essential subject areas through structured, exam-style questions with clear explanations and references.
Key features include:
- •Study anytime, anywhere on desktop or mobile
- •Create custom quizzes based on sub-topic
- •Review detailed answer explanations
- •Track your performance and identify focus areas
- •Spaced Repetition and Exam-Mode Options
Who Is It For?
GetThru is ideal for:
- •RCPA trainees preparing for their first major assessment
- •Junior doctors and residents aiming to strengthen pathology fundamentals
- •Candidates sitting other early-phase pathology or medical exams
- •Medical, dental, biomedical science, and allied health students wanting to deepen their understanding of disease processes
Built for Success
Our mission is to help you learn smarter. GetThru combines carefully crafted questions with features like progress tracking and personalized quizzes to give you a study experience tailored to your needs. We're confident it can make a difference — and back it with a money-back guarantee.
Let's get you one step closer to passing the BPS.
Disclaimer
GetThru is an independent educational resource developed to support candidates preparing for the Basic Pathological Sciences exam. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA). All content is created independently and is intended as a supplementary study tool.

BPS Exam Dates
17 April 2027
21 April 2028
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BPS guides and resources
- BPS Exam Dates 2026 – Schedule, Details & Preparation Tips
Looking for Basic Pathological Sciences exam dates for 2026? The RCPA has confirmed the exam date of 17th of April 2026. Learn key details and prep tips here.
- GetThru’s BPS Question Bank: Launching Before the End of 2025
Discover GetThru’s new BPS Question Bank, featuring 1,400 original questions written by expert pathologists and educators. Learn smarter with spaced repetition, progress tracking, and a seamless user experience. Launching in 2025 with competitive pricing and a full money-back guarantee.
- Why Use Spaced Repetition in Preparation for The Basic Pathological Sciences Exam
"BPS exam preparation guide: Use spaced repetition and Anki decks to improve pathology retention by 200%. Compare study methods for RCPA success."
- Why We Built a BPS Exam Question Bank at GetThru
Discover why GetThru built a BPS exam question bank—created with pathologists, designed for trainees, and now in beta with growing content.