Exams

Advance your career and demonstrate your skills through our range of assessments. Find out more about the different exams for your profession and how to apply.

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FRCS Ophthalmology Part 1

The Part 1 examination tests knowledge of basic sciences relevant to ophthalmic surgery, forming the first stage of the FRCS Ophthalmology assessment.

Examination date

23 March 2027

Closing date

18 January 2027

Location

Online

Status

Applications open

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FRCS Ophthalmology Part 2

The FRCS Part 2 examination tests knowledge of ophthalmic medicine and surgery and general medicine and neurology, forming the second stage of the FRCS Ophthalmology assessment.

Examination date

23 March 2027

Closing date

18 January 2027

Location

Online

Status

Applications open

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ISFE Dental Public Health Part B

The ISFE Part B in Dental Public Health confirms your readiness to practise independently as a consultant in the specialty and supports your eligibility for fellowship with a UK Royal College. Applications are now open for the Spring 2027 exam, which will be the last sitting.

Examination date

14–15 April 2027

Closing date

23 December 2026

Location

Glasgow, Scotland

Status

Applications open

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ISFE Restorative Dentistry Part B

The Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in oral surgery Part B assesses your clinical judgement, decision-making and communication skills at consultant level. It confirms your readiness for independent practice and supports your eligibility for Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Applications are now open for the Spring 2027 exam, which will be the last sitting.

Examination date

28–29 April 2027

Closing date

27 January 2027

Location

Glasgow, Scotland

Status

Applications open

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ISFE Orthodontics Part B

The Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Orthodontics Part B assesses your clinical judgement, treatment planning and communication skills at consultant level, confirming your readiness for independent practice and eligibility for fellowship. Applications are now open for the Spring 2027 exam, which will be the last sitting.

Examination date

5–6 May 2027

Closing date

12 January 2027

Location

Glasgow, Scotland

Status

Applications open

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ISFE Paediatric Dentistry Part B

The Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Paediatric Dentistry Part B assesses your clinical judgement, treatment planning and communication skills at consultant level, confirming your readiness for independent practice and eligibility for fellowship. Applications are now open for the Spring 2027 exam, which will be the last sitting.

Examination date

19–20 May 2027

Closing date

27 January 2027

Location

Glasgow, Scotland

Status

Applications open

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ISFE Oral Surgery Part B

The Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Oral Surgery Part B assesses your clinical judgement, technical expertise and communication skills at consultant level, confirming your readiness for independent practice and eligibility for Fellowship. Applications are now open for the Spring 2027 exam, which will be the last sitting. Eligibility portfolios need to be submitted by the 6th of January 2027 (see guidance below).

Examination date

2–3 June 2027

Closing date

10 February 2027

Location

Glasgow, Scotland

Status

Applications open

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ISFE Oral Medicine Part B

The Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Oral Medicine Part B assesses your clinical competence, communication skills and decision-making at consultant level, confirming your readiness for independent practice and eligibility for fellowship. Applications are now open for the Spring 2027 exam, which will be the last sitting.

Examination date

16–17 June 2027

Closing date

24 February 2027

Location

Glasgow, Scotland

Status

Applications open

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MRCP(UK) Part 1

The MRCP(UK) Part 1 is the entry-level exam accessible to doctors with minimum 12 months' postgraduate experience in medical employment.

Examination date

23 September 2026

Location

Online in-centre

Status

Applications closed

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MFDS Part 1

MFDS Part 1 is a written examination that tests the applied clinical knowledge and understanding required for safe and effective dental practice.

Examination date

6 October 2026

Location

Online

Status

Applications closed

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