MRCEM SBA: sittings, booking and prep

Next sitting to book 13 Jan 2027 · 4 sittings listed

About

The MRCEM SBA (replacing the FRCEM Intermediate SAQ from August 2021) is the second MRCEM theory exam, testing the full range of conditions and presentations seen in the ED.

Who can sit

You must have passed MRCEM Primary within 7 years, hold full registration with a licence to practise, and have 6 months full-time-equivalent EM experience above Foundation training.

Next booking£543
13 Jan 2027 · Booking opens 22 Oct, 10am · closes 29 Oct

Every sitting

13 Jan 2027 · Next sitting
Booking opens 22 Oct, 10am · closes 29 Oct · results from 24 Feb 2027£543
2 Jun 2027
Booking opens 17 Mar 2027, 10am · closes 24 Mar 2027 · results from 14 Jul 2027£543
1 Dec 2027
Booking opens 15 Sep 2027, 10am · closes 22 Sep 2027 · results from 12 Jan 2028£543
7 Jun 2028
Booking opens 15 Mar 2028, 10am · closes 22 Mar 2028 · results from 19 Jul 2028

Before you book

How do I get a place on MRCEM SBA?
Apply online during the published window, which opens at 10am UK time and closes at 4pm UK time on the closing date; late applications are not accepted.
What is the format?
180 single best answer questions across two 2-hour papers with a one-hour break between them.
How is it marked?
Machine marked with no negative marking; the Angoff cut score plus 1 Standard Error of Measurement is the pass mark.
Where is it sat?
Computer-based at Surpass Assessments test centres worldwide.
When are results?
Results are published by 17:00 on a pre-advised day, about 6-8 weeks after the exam.
What comes after MRCEM SBA?
MRCEM OSCE is the third and final exam for MRCEM.