FRCR examinations: Clinical radiology
- The RCR sets and runs FRCR examinations in clinical radiology and the DDMFR examinations in dental and maxillofacial radiology.
- A range of information regarding the First FRCR Anatomy and Physics examinations, the Final FRCR Parts A and B and the DDMFR Examinations, including entry requirements, fees, examination formats, venues and results publication can be found in this section.
FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) – CR1
- Purpose of assessment
- The First FRCR Examination expects candidates to have gained a knowledge of the physical principles that underpin diagnostic medical imaging and of the anatomy needed to perform and interpret radiological studies.
- Candidates are examined against the Specialty Training Curriculum for Clinical Radiology. The purpose of assessment statements for anatomy and physics detail both components purpose, the required level of candidate training and the application of results.
- The First FRCR Examination comprises two modules: anatomy and physics.
- Please direct any examinations queries to: examinations@rcr.ac.uk or 020 7406 5905.
- Dates, Fees & Venues: Specific information is available in the dates and fees document.
- How to apply: Applicants should ensure they have read the examination regulations before applying.
- Candidate Resources: Familiarise yourself with the anatomy platform by viewing our instructional video and demonstration site before you attempt the examination. Please make sure you have read:
- The examination regulations
- Guidance notes for candidates
- Instructions for candidates to follow during the examination
- Sample MCQ questions and answers and a copy of the answer sheet for the physics component are available, as well as advice for the anatomy examination
FRCR Part 2B (Radiology) – CR2B
- Purpose of assessment
- The Final FRCR (Part B) assessment examines candidates on all aspects of clinical radiology against the Specialty Training Curriculum for Clinical Radiology.
- The Final FRCR Examination Purpose of assessment statement details the examination’s purpose, the required level of candidate training and the application of results.
- The Final FRCR (Part B) examination consists of a reporting session, a rapid reporting session and an oral examination.
- Please check in advance that you are able to log in to the RCR website before applying. You will need to reset your password the first time you access the new portal.
- Dates, Fees & Venues: Specific information is available in the dates and fees document.
- How to apply: Applicants should ensure they have read the examination regulations before applying.
- Candidate Resources: The ‘written’ element of the Final FRCR Part B examination is delivered on a digital platform. Please familiarise yourself with the platform by viewing our instructional video and demonstration site before you attempt the examination. Further resources are also available:
- Make sure you have read the guidance notes for candidates
- The scoring system document explains how each component is marked and overall results are determined
- Final FRCR Part B reporting FAQs
- A sample image from the oral component
- Instructions for candidates to follow during the examination
- Generic examiners’ reports are available as a guide to candidates and trainers preparing for future sittings of the examination.
FRCR Part 2A (Radiology) – CR2A
- Purpose of assessment
- The Final FRCR (Part A) single best answer (SBA) papers examine candidates on all aspects of clinical radiology and the basic sciences of physics, anatomy and techniques, against the Specialty Training Curriculum for Clinical Radiology.
- The Final FRCR Examination purpose of assessment statement details the examination’s purpose, the required level of candidate training and the application of results.
- The Final FRCR (Part A) examination comprises two papers, each containing 120 questions and covering a broad range of the core curriculum.
- Dates, Fees & Venues: Specific information is available in the dates and fees document.
- How to apply: Applicants should ensure they have read the examination regulations before applying.
- Candidate Resources
- Please read the examination regulations before applying.
- Sample SBA questions and a copy of the single paper answer sheets for the Final FRCR (Part A) Examination are provided.
- Candidates are supplied with a candidate reference sheet for use during the examination.
- Examiners have developed guidance for candidates to help understand the SBA format and how to approach questions – this document also provides questions that have been used previously in the Final FRCR (Part A) Examination.
- Examiners have also provided guidance for candidates on TNM Staging – this document explains the knowledge required to answer questions related to this topic.
Important FRCR exam-related links
Also watch:
- Youtube channel “The Royal College of Radiologists”
- FRCR Radiology exam in the Youtube channel “RadioGyan – Radiology Made Easy”
- The FRCR Examinations in the Youtube channel “BDI Resourcing”
