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Award of the Diploma of Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow indicates that a candidate has a sound knowledge of the scientific basis of ophthalmology and is experienced and competent at applying that knowledge to patients suffering from common ophthalmic conditions.
The Fellowship should be perceived as a validation of an ophthalmologist's knowledge, experience and training. Candidates achieving this standard are judged to have the skills of a General Ophthalmologist and to be able to manage patients and their ophthalmic conditions independently in a safe and professional manner.
Fellowship is not intended to validate sub-specialist expertise and does not provide direct entry to higher specialist training in the UK.
Membership of the College
On completion of the final part of FRCS Ophthalmology, successful candidates will be invited to proceed to admission to the College. In joining us, you will be part of a growing membership committed to ensuring high standards of practice through assessment and continuing professional development.
You can view information on our membership categories, learn how you can contribute to College life and see the benefits offered by visiting our Join Us pages.
Before applying for this examination, ensure you have read and understood the supporting documentation including the examination regulations.
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Application Terms and Conditions
- Applications are accepted only between the opening and closing dates. Applications received before the opening date or after the closing date will be returned.
- It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure their application arrives within these dates. The College does not accept any liability for early or late delivery of applications.
- Hand delivered application forms will only be accepted from 9.00am on the opening date until 5.00pm on the closing date. Reception is open 9am-5pm each day.
- Candidates must submit only one application per application period. Duplicate applications will be removed. Candidates can indicate their preferred centre(s) on the application form.
- Candidates cannot apply for an examination if they are waiting for results from a previous exam.
- Applications will be allocated on a random basis.
- Candidates will be notified one week after the closing date if they have been allocated a place on the examination.
- Candidates who have been successful in obtaining a place on the examination will have 2 weeks to submit their examination fee.
- Candidates who do not submit their examination fee by the deadline date will be removed from the examination and their place will be allocated to a candidate on the waiting list.
- A waiting list of a maximum of 5 applications will be held for each diet.
- Applicants on the waiting list will be advised of their status. There is no guarantee that applicants on the waiting list will receive a place on the diet.
- If a place becomes available, the first applicant on the waiting list will be given a deadline to accept the place and submit the examination fee. If the place is not accepted by the deadline, the application will automatically be returned and the place will be offered to the next waiting list applicant.
- The waiting list will be closed 4 weeks prior to the first day of the examination. Those applicants on the waiting list at that time will be notified of this and their application will be returned. They will not be offered a place on a later diet.
- Transfers between centres are not permitted.
- The College may either cancel an examination centre if there are insufficient candidates or restrict numbers should this be necessary.
- Fees are correct at the time of publication: the College may amend these fees in advance of the opening date.
- In the unlikely event that the College has to cancel an examination, the examination fee shall be reimbursed, but the College shall incur no further liability.
- Obtaining the relevant visa to attend the examination is the responsibility of each candidate. Candidates should check the visa application process with their local embassy, including the likelihood of a visa being obtained, prior to applying for an examination.
FRCS Part 3 Remote Exam – Sample Candidate Submitted Video
Before applying for this examination, ensure you have read and understood the documentation and regulations below. Some of these documents may have changed since the last time you read them.
FRCS Part 3 Ophthalmology Online Delivery changes to Regulations
FRCS Part 3 Ophthalmology Online Delivery changes to Candidate Guidance
FRCS Ophthalmology Part 3 Video Submission Candidate Guidance
FRCS Ophthalmology Part 3 update April 2021
FRCS Ophthalmology Part 3 Online Version Frequently Asked Questions
FRCS Ophthalmology Part 3 announcement
Announcement: FRCS Ophthalmology Part 3 Online Applications
Regulations (updated February 2019)
Candidate Guidance and Information (updated February 2019)
Dates and Fees Part 3 - 2020
Instructions to Candidates on the Conduct of Written Examinations
FRCS Ophthalmology Reading List
FRCS Frequently Asked Questions
FRCS Ophthalmology Additional Attempts Policy
FRCS Ophthalmology Additional Attempt Application Form
Appeals Procedure valid until 30 June 2021
Appeals Regulations valid from 1 July 2021