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: 20 July 2026
Applications close for first time applicants: 11 September 2026
Applications close for all other applicants: 11 September 2026
Examination date(s): 9 November 2026 - 13 November 2026
Results date: 4 December 2026