FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) - CR1
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Purpose of assessment
The First FRCR Exam 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. It is hoped that the statements will assist candidates, and those involved in their training, in understanding the scope of the FRCR exam and with relating the exam to other in-training assessments. Additionally, candidates should refer to Guidance for the First FRCR Exam. The First FRCR Exam comprises two modules: anatomy and physics.
Clinical radiology curriculum
The clinical radiology curriculum aims to meet patient and service need by ensuring that trainees develop the specialty-specific capabilities necessary to become a consultant radiologist.
Assessment (radiology)
Assessment for clinical radiology and interventional radiology comprise a package of formative workplace based assessments (WBA) and summative examination of knowledge and radiological skills.
FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) - CR1 - Purpose of Assessment Statement (Physics)
Purpose of assessment statement for the physics module.
FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) - CR1 - Purpose of Assessment Statement (Anatomy)
Purpose of assessment statement for the anatomy module.
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Dates, fees and venues
Exam dates
| ModuleDate | |
|---|---|
| Physics | Thursday 7 March 2024 |
| Anatomy | Friday 8 March 2024 |
Booking and results dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| UK trainee & member bookings from | Monday 22 May 2023 |
| Non-member bookings from | Monday 5 June 2023 |
| Bookings closing date | Friday 5 January 2024 |
| Results publication date | Thursday 28 March 2024 |
Venues and fees
UK
| Venues | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast, Bridgend Wales, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Plymouth | Members: £357—£389 | Non-members: £516 |
Global
| Venues | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | Members: £389 | Non-members: £516 |
| Hong Kong | Members: £389 | Non-members: £516 |
| India - Hyderabad | Members: £597 | Non-members: £790 |
| Pakistan | Members: £389 | Non-members: £516 |
| Singapore | Members: £601 | Non-members: £798 |
Exam dates
| ModuleDate | |
|---|---|
| Physics | Thursday 6 June 2024 |
| Anatomy | Friday 7 June 2024 |
Booking and results dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| UK trainee & member bookings from | Monday 17 July 2023 |
| Non-member bookings from | Monday 31 July 2023 |
| Bookings closing date | Friday 5 April 2024 |
| Results publication date | Friday 28 June 2024 |
Venues and fees
UK
| Venues | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast, Bridgend Wales, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Plymouth | £357—£389 | £516 |
Global
| Venues | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | £389 | £516 |
| Hong Kong | £389 | £516 |
| India - Hyderabad | £597 | £790 |
| Pakistan | £389 | £516 |
| Singapore | £601 | £798 |
Exam dates
| ModuleDate | |
|---|---|
| Physics | Thursday 12 September 2024 |
| Anatomy | Friday 13 September 2024 |
Booking and results dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| UK trainee & member bookings from | Monday 9 October 2023 |
| Non-member bookings from | Monday 23 October 2023 |
| Bookings closing date | Friday 12 July 2024 |
| Results publication date | Friday 4 October 2024 |
Venues and fees
UK
| Venues | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast, Bridgend Wales, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Plymouth | £357—£389 | £516 |
Global
| Venues | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | £389 | £516 |
| Hong Kong | £389 | £516 |
| India - Hyderabad | £597 | £790 |
| Pakistan | £389 | £516 |
| Singapore | £601 | £798 |
Candidate resources
FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) - CR1 - guidance notes for candidates
Guidance for candidates sitting the FRCR Part 1 exams in clinical radiology.
Guidance on image-based exam delivery
An interactive demonstration and video showing how to use the exam platform Assess.
FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) - CR1 -advice for candidates (anatomy module)
Advice for candidates sitting the FRCR Part 1 exams in clinical radiology.
FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) - CR1 - specimen questions (physics module)
Sample questions to help candidates prepare for the FRCR Part 1 exams in clinical radiology.
Instructional video for SBA/MCQ exams
The RCR's Part 1 and 2A exams are delivered using the digital platform Speedwell.