Royal College of Ophthalmologists
17 Cornwall Terrace, Regent’s Park, London NW1 4QW, UK
Diploma Examination in Ophthalmology DRCOphth
ANNOUNCING A CHANGE TO THE STRUCTURE
From November 2001, there has been no Practical Refraction section in the Diploma Examination. The New Diploma Examination (DRCOphth) is a test of ophthalmic knowledge including relevant basic sciences and clinical skills for candidates who have worked in ophthalmology for one year (full-time or equivalent). This work experience need not have been gained in the UK.
Information, Exams syllabi, Applications from: The Head of the Examinations Department at the above address
Or Tel: 00 44 (0) 20 7935 0702
Or Fax: 00 44 (0) 20 7487 4674
Or E-mail: rco.exams@btinternet.com
Or visit the College website www.rcophth.ac.uk
UK and Overseas Examination Calendar 2002
Part 1 MRCOphth Exam
| Dates of Examination | Location | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| 8-9 April | India | 22 February |
| 22-23 April | UK | 11 March |
| 7-8 October UK | UK, India | 26 August |
Part 2 MRCOphth
| Dates of Examination | Location | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| 9-11 April | India | 22 February |
| 17-21 June | UK | 6 May |
| 9-10 October | India | 26 August |
| 4-8 November | UK | 23 September |
Part 3 MRCOphth
| Dates of Examination | Location | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| 4-8 March | UK | 21 January |
| 11-12 April | India | 22 February |
| 9-13 September | UK | 29 July |
| 10-11 October | India | 26 August |
Diploma in Ophthalmology(DRCOphth)
| Dates of Examination | Location | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 July | UK | 16 May |
| 18-19 November | UK | 7 October |
Overseas Location
Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India