FRCOphth & FRCS Ophthalmology Part 2 (Written) Revision Course

This course prepares candidates for both the FRCOphth Part 2 Written examination and the FRCS Ophthalmology (Edinburgh / Glasgow) Part 2 Written examination.

Both examinations assess applied clinical ophthalmology across the full UK ophthalmology curriculum, including disease recognition, interpretation of investigations, and clinical decision-making.

While the syllabus overlap is substantial, the exam structure and emphasis differ slightly between the two examinations. This course prepares candidates for both formats simultaneously, ensuring no duplication of effort.

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Preparing for FRCOphth Part 2 Written

The FRCOphth Part 2 Written exam assesses clinical ophthalmology knowledge across the full OST curriculum using two MCQ papers.

 

This course covers the high-yield clinical topics most frequently tested in the examination.

Preparing for FRCS Ophthalmology (Edinburgh / Glasgow) Part 2 Written

FRCS Part 2 Written assesses similar clinical ophthalmology knowledge, but through a single extended MCQ paper.


Where the exam emphasis differs, these areas are highlighted during the teaching sessions.

UK Ophthalmology Trainees (ST2–ST7)

Most UK trainees take the Part 2 Written examination during specialty training, once sufficient clinical exposure has been obtained.

International / IMG Candidates

The course supports international candidates preparing for FRCOphth or FRCS Ophthalmology examinations, with teaching aligned to the UK ophthalmology curriculum and exam blueprint.

Candidates Progressing Toward the Final Oral Examination

Passing the Part 2 Written examination is required before progressing to the final FRCOphth or FRCS clinical oral examination.

Prerequisites & Where This Sits

Candidates must pass Part 1 Written before sitting Part 2 Written.

 

After passing Part 1, candidates in the FRCOphth pathway may take:

 

  • Refraction Certificate
  • Part 2 Written

 

These can be taken in any order. 

⚠ Important
Part 2 Written — Prerequisites & Pathway

Candidates must pass Part 1 Written before sitting Part 2 Written. After passing Part 1, candidates in the FRCOphth pathway may take:

  • Refraction Certificate
  • Part 2 Written

These can be taken in any order.

Final Stage

After completing all three:

  • Part 1 Written
  • Refraction Certificate
  • Part 2 Written

Candidates become eligible to sit the FRCOphth Part 2 Oral examination — the final stage of the FRCOphth pathway.

Where Part 2 Written Sits →
Required before Part 2 Written
Part 1 Written
FRCOphth / FRCS Ophthalmology basic sciences examination — must be passed before proceeding.
FRCOphth / FRCS Ophthalmology
Prerequisite
Can be taken in any order after Part 1
Refraction Certificate
Practical examination assessing retinoscopy, subjective refraction, and core refraction techniques.
FRCOphth pathway
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Final examination
Part 2 Oral & Clinical Viva
Final FRCOphth examination assessing:
  • Clinical judgement
  • Investigation interpretation
  • Patient management
  • Part 1 Written
  • Refraction Certificate
  • Part 2 Written
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Exam Structure Comparison
FRCOphth Part 2 Written
Royal College of Ophthalmologists
Format Two written MCQ papers, same day
Paper 1 90 SBA MCQs
Paper 2 90 SBA MCQs
Total 180 SBA MCQs
Duration 2 hours per paper

Full clinical ophthalmology curriculum including subspecialty areas and interpretation of investigations.

FRCS Ophthalmology Part 2 Written
Edinburgh / Glasgow
Format Single written MCQ paper
Questions 180 SBA MCQs
Duration Approximately 2.5 hours

Clinical ophthalmology including subspecialty topics, clinical reasoning, and systemic disease relevant to ophthalmology.

Key Difference — The FRCOphth examination is divided into two papers, whereas the FRCS examination is delivered as one longer MCQ paper. Both examinations test similar clinical knowledge across the UK ophthalmology curriculum.
What This Course Includes

This course prepares candidates for both FRCOphth Part 2 Written and FRCS Ophthalmology Part 2 Written examinations.

Structured Clinical Teaching
Six comprehensive lectures covering the core clinical ophthalmology topics most frequently tested in Part 2 Written examinations. Each lecture lasts approximately three hours.
SBA Question Bank
Access to a single-best-answer question bank via the PrepMedico App, reflecting the exam pattern used in both the FRCOphth and FRCS Ophthalmology examinations.
End-of-Course Mock Examination
A full mock examination designed to replicate the difficulty and format of the Part 2 Written exams.
Recorded Sessions
All lectures are recorded and available for three months from the date of registration, allowing candidates to revise complex clinical topics at their own pace.
Course Format
Delivered as a 6-week online lecture series, with one session per week on Sundays at 10:30 GMT. Sessions are conducted live online, with recordings available for three months following registration.
Suitable For
Candidates who have passed FRCOphth or FRCS Ophthalmology Part 1 Written and are preparing to sit the Part 2 Written examination as part of either pathway.
6-Week Course Syllabus — Session by Session
Week 1
Retina & Medical Retina
Retinal vascular disease, macular disorders, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, and vitreoretinal interface disorders.
High-Frequency Clinical Topics
Week 2
Neuro-Ophthalmology & Pupillary Disorders
Optic neuropathies, visual pathway lesions, pupillary abnormalities, and neuro-ophthalmic clinical scenarios.
Core Clinical Area
Week 3
Cornea, External Eye & Cataract
Corneal infections, dystrophies, keratoconus, cataract pathology, surgical principles, and complications.
Surgical Fundamentals
Week 4
Paediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus & Orbit
Childhood eye disease, amblyopia, ocular motility disorders, and orbital pathology.
Common Exam Scenarios
Week 5
Glaucoma & Investigations
Glaucoma pathophysiology, OCT interpretation, visual fields, and diagnostic imaging.
Clinical Interpretation
Week 6
Uveitis, Ocular Oncology & Systemic Medicine
Inflammatory eye disease, ocular tumours, and systemic conditions affecting the eye.
High-Yield Clinical Integration
Week Date & Time (GMT) Session / Topic Format
1 Sunday · 10:30 Retina & Medical Retina Online
2 Sunday · 10:30 Neuro-Ophthalmology & Pupillary Disorders Online
3 Sunday · 10:30 Cornea, External Eye & Cataract Online
4 Sunday · 10:30 Paediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus Online
5 Sunday · 10:30 Glaucoma & Investigations Online
6 Sunday · 10:30 Uveitis, Ocular Oncology & Systemic Medicine Online

All sessions are conducted online. The schedule is subject to change depending on faculty availability and logistical requirements.

FRCOphth & FRCS Ophthalmology Part 2 (Written) Revision Course

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Individual Lecture Sessions

Candidates who are unable to attend the full course may enrol in individual topic lectures.

Each lecture follows the same three-hour teaching format delivered in the main course.

Please note that individual lecture enrolment does not include access to session recordings.

Recordings are available only to candidates enrolled in the full course programme.

What is the difference between FRCOphth Part 2 Written and FRCS Ophthalmology Part 2 Written?

Both examinations assess clinical ophthalmology knowledge across the UK ophthalmology curriculum.


The FRCOphth exam consists of two MCQ papers, whereas the FRCS exam consists of a single extended MCQ paper.

Both examinations contain 180 single-best-answer MCQs.

No. After passing Part 1 Written, candidates may take the Refraction Certificate and Part 2 Written in any order.

Yes. International candidates who have passed Part 1 Written are eligible to sit the Part 2 Written examination.

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