The MRCOG qualification is made up of three parts.
Successful completion of all three stages is required for membership of the College (MRCOG) to be awarded.
1. MRCOG Part 1
The MRCOG Part 1 covers the basic and applied sciences relevant to the clinical practice of O&G.
The MRCOG Part 1 consists of a computer-based test (CBT) examination.
UK trainee doctors in O&G must pass the MRCOG Part 1 as part of their basic training, before they are permitted to start intermediate training, where they have increased clinical responsibility.
Here's what you need to do to book an MRCOG Part 1 exam:
- Eligibility form: new candidates must submit an eligibility form
- Expression of interest (EOI): all candidates wanting to sit a MRCOG Part 1 exam must complete an Expression of interest form
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2. MRCOG Part 2
The MRCOG Part 2 exam assesses the application of your knowledge in clinical scenarios.
The MRCOG Part 2 is a computer-based testing (CBT) examination.
UK trainee doctors must pass the MRCOG Part 2 as part of their intermediate training, before they are permitted to start advanced training.
Here's what you need to do to book an MRCOG Part 2 exam:
- Eligibility: candidates must have passed the MRCOG Part 1 before taking the MRCOG Part 2
- Expression of interest (EOI): all candidates wanting to sit a MRCOG Part 2 exam must complete an Expression of interest form
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3. MRCOG Part 3
The MRCOG Part 3 is a clinical assessment of knowledge, skills, attitudes and competencies.
Passing the MRCOG Part 3 exam leads to the award of the membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (MRCOG).
UK trainee doctors must pass the MRCOG Part 3 to progress from core training to higher training (ST6 and ST7).
Here's what you need to do to book an MRCOG Part 3 exam:
- Assessment of training (AoT): before applying for the MRCOG Part 3 exam, candidates must have had their training assessed and approved to confirm their eligibility to register. Candidates can apply to have their training assessed any time after passing the MRCOG Part 1 exam.
Read more about the Assessment of training requirements - Exam booking notification: all eligible MRCOG Part 3 candidates will be contacted when the exam booking window is open.
- Confidentiality agreement: candidates are required to complete a confidentiality agreement before sitting their MRCOG Part 3 exam.