This examination is open to candidates who have passed the Part 1 FRCOphth + Refraction Certificate + Part 2 FRCOphth Written examinations and is held twice a year. Candidates in OST are required to pass this examination by the end of year seven of ophthalmic specialist training.
Applications open: 31 July 2026
Applications close for first time applicants: 2 October 2026
Applications close for all other applicants: 2 October 2026
Examination date(s): 23 November 2026 - 25 November 2026
Results date: 18 December 2026