This certification preparation program is reviewed by Dr. Ran Wilkosin, MD, FACP, FRCP, Chief Advisor at Royal Medical Pathways, for alignment with current sittings and registry requirements.
What is MOrth?
- Full name
- Membership in Orthodontics
- Administering body
- MOrth assesses orthodontic specialty training to consultant standard
- Purpose
- Specialist orthodontic qualification awarded by the UK and Ireland Surgical Royal Colleges.
- Format
- Part 1 · Part 2
- 2026-2027 cycle
- Sittings open across the 2026-2027 academic year — contact us for the next available date.
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Overview
MOrth assesses orthodontic specialty training to consultant standard.
Examinations run twice yearly through 2026-2027.
Exam Structure
Part 1
- Written paper on growth, development and biomechanics.
Part 2
- Case presentation, clinical and oral examinations.
Eligibility & Registration
- Three years approved orthodontic specialty training.
- Recognised dental degree.
How to Register for MOrth in 2026
Check MOrth eligibility
Verify your qualifications meet the MOrth requirements for the 2026-2027 cycle.
Speak with a Royal Medical Pathways advisor
Book a free consultation to map your prep plan and decide which study package suits your timeline and budget.
Register for MOrth
Complete the official registration on the MOrth portal and confirm your sitting window.
Receive your tailored study plan
Get a structured study schedule, syllabus-aligned materials and mentor calls scheduled around your test date.
Sit the exam
Attend your MOrth sitting with confidence, supported by structured preparation aligned to the real exam format.
Collect and verify your certificate
We assist with certificate collection, verification and onward registration with your regulator.
MOrth FAQs
What is the MRCOphth exam?
The MRCOphth is the postgraduate examination from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) that ophthalmologists in training pass to progress in the UK's Ophthalmic Specialist Training (OST) programme. It is part of the FRCOphth qualification route.
How many parts does the MRCOphth have?
The MRCOphth is taken in parts. Part 1 tests applied basic sciences and optics, and later parts assess clinical knowledge and skills. Passing all parts is required to complete the FRCOphth examination and proceed in specialist training.
How hard is the MRCOphth exam?
Pass rates are moderate and the exam is demanding because it combines detailed basic science with clinical application. Structured revision of the RCOphth curriculum, question banks and past papers significantly improves the odds of passing each part first time.
Who is eligible for the MRCOphth?
Trainees on a GMC-approved Ophthalmic Specialist Training (OST) programme are eligible to sit the MRCOphth exams. International graduates may also sit certain parts depending on their training status and the RCOphth's regulations.
MRCOphth vs FRCOphth — what is the difference?
MRCOphth is the membership examination taken during training, while FRCOphth is the fellowship. You complete the FRCOphth qualification through the RCOphth exams (which include the MRCOphth parts) and it represents the full postgraduate ophthalmology qualification.
