Format of the Part 1 MRCOG exam, including number of papers and question types.
The MRCOG Part 1 consists of a computer-based test (CBT) examination. Candidates must pass the MRCOG Part 1 before taking the MRCOG Part 2.
Computer-based test (CBT)
There are two CBT papers, each consisting of 100 single best answer questions (SBAs). Each paper counts for the same amount of marks (i.e. paper 1 counts for 50% of the overall mark, and paper 2 also counts for 50% of the overall mark). There is no minimum score required for each paper and the outcome is determined only by a candidate’s overall (combined) mark.
Timetable
SBA paper 1
- Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
- Number of questions: 100 SBAs
Lunch break (approximately 1 hour)
SBA paper 2
- Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
- Number of questions: 100 SBAs
Question types
For more information on single best answer questions, please see the SBA general instructions and the Part 1 sample SBA questions.