Question 1

How many FC-DP practice questions are there?

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135 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free FC-DP sample questions?

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Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

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Every FC-DP question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does FC-DP cover?

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An Introduction to the History of Data Protection in the UK (6%), Principles of Data Protection and Applicable Terminology (15%), Lawful Bases for Processing of Personal Data (10%), Accountability Principle (21.5%), Obligations of Controllers, Joint Controllers and Data Processors (7.5%), International Data Transfers under UK GDPR (7.5%), Data Subject Rights (12.5%), Independent Supervisory Authorities (ISAs) and the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) (7.5%), Breaches, Enforcement and Liability (7.5%), Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations (PECR) 2003 and Subsequent Amendments (5%).

Question 5

What is the passing score for FC-DP?

Accepted Answer

You need 26/40 (65%) to pass FC-DP.

Question 6

How long is the FC-DP certification valid?

Accepted Answer

No formal expiry, but staying current with legislation changes is recommended. Recertification: Progress to BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection; Continuous professional development through BCS membership.

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01Exam format60 min · 404

02Registration2

03Validity2

04In our question bankv1 (135)

What FC-DP covers

01An Introduction to the History of Data Protection in the UK6%2 topics

1.1Demonstrate an awareness around personal data rights in the EU and the UKIdentify and explain how UK data protection has evolved7 obj.

1.2Describe the territorial scope and jurisdiction of the UK GDPR (Article 3)Explain that UK GDPR applies to processing of personal data in the context of activities of an establishment of a controller or processor in the UK regardless of where processing takes place4 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesConfusing the territorial scope of UK GDPR with EU GDPR

02Principles of Data Protection and Applicable Terminology15%2 topics

03Lawful Bases for Processing of Personal Data10%2 topics

04Accountability Principle21.5%9 topics

05Obligations of Controllers, Joint Controllers and Data Processors7.5%1 topic

06International Data Transfers under UK GDPR7.5%1 topic

07Data Subject Rights12.5%3 topics

08Independent Supervisory Authorities (ISAs) and the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)7.5%2 topics

09Breaches, Enforcement and Liability7.5%3 topics

10Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations (PECR) 2003 and Subsequent Amendments5%1 topic

How do I earn this certification?

01PrerequisitesNone required1

02Current levelFC-DP, CISMP2

03Next level optionsPC-DP1

04Alternative pathsCISMP, CIPP-E, CIPM +25