Subspecialty examinations
Find everything you need to know about examinations for our five subspecialty training programs — CGO, CMFM, COGU, CREI and CU.
Dates and registration
Trainees undertaking subspecialty training must complete a written and oral examination (with the exception of the Certification in Urogynaecology, which does not have an oral examination).
Examination and registration dates for 2023 are detailed in the tables below.
A link to an online registration form will be visible if applications are currently open for your subspecialty examination.
For more information on examination dates and registration, please contact the Examinations and Assessment team at: assessment@ranzcog.edu.au.
Please note that applications close at 5:00 PM AEST. Late applications will not be accepted.
Gynaecological Oncology (CGO)
Written examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Tuesday 7 February 2023 | Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Closed |
Oral examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 26 November 2023 | Tuesday 4 April 2023 | Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Not open yet |
Maternal Fetal Medicine (CMFM)
Written examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 10 July 2023 | Tuesday 7 February 2023 | Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Closed |
Oral examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 12 November 2023 | Tuesday 4 April 2023 | Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Not open yet |
Obstetrical and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU)
Written examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 11 September 2023 | Tuesday 7 February 2023 | Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Closed |
Oral examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 12 November 2023 | Tuesday 4 April 2023 | Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Not open yet |
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (CREI)
Written examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 10 July 2023 | Tuesday 7 February 2023 | Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Closed |
Oral examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 26 November 2023 | Tuesday 4 April 2023 | Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Not open yet |
Urogynaecology (CU)
Written examination
| Examination date | Applications open | Applications close | Application link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 11 September 2023 | Tuesday 7 February 2023 | Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Closed |
Fees
Online application process
Please follow the steps below to apply online.
Submit your application form (expression of interest) to sit the examination — please see the relevant Dates and Registration section above
Once you have submitted your application form, you will receive an email communication from the College confirming your eligibility to sit the examination (within four weeks after applications have closed)
Upon receiving the eligibility outcome, pay the examination fees within seven days to finalise your examination application
Please advise the Examinations and Assessment team via email (assessment@ranzcog.edu.au):
If you have a sponsor for the examination
If you wish to withdraw from an examination after submitting your application
Before submitting your application, please refer to the RANZCOG Regulations (sections D4–D6 on the Subspecialty Written and Oral Examinations) for more information on topics such as eligibility, availability of places and withdrawals.
Format
Trainees must complete a written and oral examination for subspecialty certification in:
Gynaecological oncology (CGO)
Maternal fetal medicine (CMFM)
Obstetrical and gynaecological ultrasound (COGU)
Reproductive endocrinology and infertility (CREI)
If you’re undertaking subspecialty training in urogynaecology (CU), you must complete a written examination only.
Any requests for examination accommodations must be made by an application for special consideration, accompanied by evidence of the exceptional grounds for the application.
Written examination
The written examination comprises 10 short-answer questions (150 marks) to assess your knowledge and understanding of the curriculum. The time allowed is 3 hours and 15 minutes.
In 2023, the written examination will be delivered in a computer-based format, at examination centres and College regional offices in major cities across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Please refer to the online registration form when applications are open for a list of cities.
For more information on the breadth and depth of knowledge required to successfully sit the examination, please refer to your subspecialty handbook.
Oral examination
Until further notice, the oral exam will be held in an online format. The College will invite you to attend a RANZCOG regional office in the capital city where you reside.
Invigilators will be present at the examination, while examiners will deliver the examination questions via video conference.
The examination will follow a structured oral examination format, as follows:
| Assessment | Time |
|---|---|
| 8–9 stations, each involving: – 5 minutes for reading (and taking notes) – 15 minutes for examination – 20 marks Total: 180 marks | Approximately 3 hours (subject to number of candidates) |
At each station, you will be assessed according to a global (holistic) scoring method, against a combination of the following domains:
History and examination
Investigations and interpreting results
Treatment/management
Clinical knowledge
Complex, urgent or unusual clinical presentations
Appropriate prioritisation of patient management
Rapport with patient, support person and/or colleague
Respect of patient, support person and/or colleague
Communication skills
Results
Trainees will find out the release date for results at a pre-examination seminar.
On this date, you will be able to access your results by logging into Integrate with your five-digit RANZCOG ID number and your password.
The College recommends accessing your Integrate account well before the release date to confirm your login details. To reset your password, please click the ‘Forgotten password’ link.
Please note that the College has a number of checks in place to ensure that all examination results are correct prior to release. As such, the College does not remark examinations unless a procedural error has been identified.
Policies and procedures
The below policies relate to examinations and may be of interest. More information on examinations can also be found in the RANZCOG Regulations (sections C4–C6 on the FRANZCOG Written and Oral Examinations).
EXAMINATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
EXAMINATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Exceptional Circumstances and Special Consideration Policy
RANZCOG Release of Examination Results Policy
Recording of Assessments Policy
RANZCOG Examinations Emergency Policy
Contact
Technical support
For technical support relating to examination applications and results, please contact: help@ranzcog.edu.au or 03 9114 3905.
General enquiries
For general enquiries, please contact the Examinations and Assessment team via email at: assessment@ranzcog.edu.au
Our team can assist you with:
withdrawing an examination application
rescheduling an examination (due to COVID-19 or another reason)
examination accommodations and special consideration
examination sponsorship (e.g. workplace support )