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1Which statement best describes the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (EBOD)?
A.It is a subspecialty-only retinal surgery credential administered by national licensing authorities.
B.It is administered by the European Board of Ophthalmology to harmonise ophthalmology knowledge and training while assessing both knowledge and clinical skills.
C.It is an English-language written examination only, with no clinical component.
D.It is primarily designed to replace national specialist registration in all European countries.
Explanation: The EBOD is administered by the European Board of Ophthalmology. Its purpose is to support harmonisation of ophthalmology knowledge and training and to assess both theoretical knowledge and clinical skills; it is not universally a national licence.
2A final-year ophthalmology resident in an eligible European country wants to sit the EBOD before completing specialist certification. Which requirement is most relevant to eligibility?
A.The candidate must already hold FEBO before applying.
B.Eligibility is limited to candidates who have completed a fellowship in ophthalmic surgery.
C.The candidate must pass a national licensing examination in English first.
D.Approval from the Head of Department and National Delegate is required.
Explanation: Eligibility includes certified ophthalmology specialists in the EU, Norway, Switzerland, or Turkey, and final-year residents with the required Head of Department and National Delegate approval.
3Which pairing correctly states the announced EBOD examination opportunities for 2026?
A.8 May 2026 onsite in Paris and 16 October 2026 online.
B.8 March 2026 online and 16 October 2026 onsite in Paris.
C.8 May 2026 online only and 16 December 2026 onsite in Brussels.
D.16 May 2026 onsite in London and 8 October 2026 online.
Explanation: The 2026 EBOD examination dates specified are 8 May 2026 onsite in Paris and 16 October 2026 online.
4Since the May 2024 structure, which description of EBOD Part I is correct?
A.It contains 120 SBA questions over 4 hours, with negative marking for incorrect answers.
B.It is an oral viva of 8 clinical cases in 4 stations.
C.It contains 30 traditional EBO multiple true/false MCQs and 30 SBA questions over 2 hours, with no negative marking.
D.It is optional if the candidate has completed specialist training in an eligible country.
Explanation: Part I written/MCQ consists of 30 traditional EBO multiple true/false MCQs plus 30 single-best-answer questions, lasts 2 hours, and has no negative marking.
5A candidate scores 5.8 in EBOD Part I. Which consequence follows from the stated examination rules?
A.The candidate passes Part I because no negative marking applies.
B.The candidate passes overall if the clinical cases score is at least 6.
C.The candidate has not reached the required Part I score of at least 6.
D.The candidate may use FEBO because Part I contributes only 40% of the exam.
Explanation: A Part I score of at least 6 is required. No negative marking affects how answers are scored, but it does not lower the pass threshold.
6Which statement about EBOD Part II and final weighting is correct?
A.The overall examination weighting is 40% MCQ and 60% clinical cases, with an overall score of at least 6 required.
B.The overall examination weighting is 60% MCQ and 40% clinical cases, with an overall score of at least 7 required.
C.The clinical cases are unscored and are used only to resolve borderline written results.
D.The written and clinical parts are each weighted 50%, and no overall threshold is specified.
Explanation: The stated EBOD weighting is 40% for the MCQ component and 60% for clinical cases. An overall score of at least 6 is required.
7Which statement about EBOD delivery, fee, language, and diploma use is accurate?
A.The online examination is open book; the fee is EUR 600; candidates may choose any EU language; FEBO is granted after registration alone.
B.The onsite and online examinations are both unproctored; the fee is EUR 300; the examination is bilingual English/French.
C.The examination is universally a national licence; FEBO is not used as a postnominal designation.
D.The online examination is remotely proctored and closed book; the fee is EUR 600; the examination is in English only; eligible successful candidates may use FEBO after diploma requirements.
Explanation: The online EBOD is remotely proctored and closed book. The specified fee is EUR 600 and the examination language is English only. Successful eligible candidates may use FEBO after satisfying diploma requirements, but the diploma is not universally a national licence.
8A -10.00 D spectacle correction is worn at a 12 mm vertex distance. Which contact lens power gives approximately the same paraxial far-point correction at the corneal plane?
A.-10.00 D
B.-9.00 D
C.-11.25 D
D.-8.00 D
Explanation: Moving a high minus lens from the spectacle plane to the corneal plane requires less minus power. Using Fcl = Fspec / (1 - dFspec) with d = 0.012 m gives -10.00 / 1.12 = -8.93 D, approximately -9.00 D.
9Which prescription is the correct plus-cylinder transposition of +1.50 -2.75 x 180?
A.+1.50 +2.75 x 090
B.-1.25 +2.75 x 090
C.-1.25 +2.75 x 180
D.+4.25 -2.75 x 090
Explanation: To transpose, add the cylinder to the sphere, change the cylinder sign, and rotate the axis by 90 degrees. +1.50 -2.75 x 180 becomes -1.25 +2.75 x 090.
10The optical centre of a +5.00 D spectacle lens is positioned 4 mm temporal to the patient's pupil. What prism is induced before the eye?
A.2 prism dioptres base nasal
B.20 prism dioptres base temporal
C.0.8 prism dioptres base nasal
D.2 prism dioptres base temporal
Explanation: Prentice's rule is prism dioptres = decentration in cm x lens power in dioptres. Here 0.4 cm x 5.00 D = 2 prism dioptres. For a plus lens, the prism base is in the same direction as the optical centre relative to the line of sight; with the optical centre temporal to the pupil, the induced prism is base temporal.

About the EBOD Exam

The European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma assesses ophthalmology knowledge and clinical skills to support harmonised standards across Europe. Successful candidates who meet diploma requirements may use the Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology title.

Assessment

EBOD is a comprehensive ophthalmology diploma examination in English. From the May 2024 update, Part I has 30 traditional EBO multiple true/false MCQs and 30 Single Best Answer questions. Part II uses standardised Viva Voce or online Clinical Cases: onsite delivery covers 8 cases in 4 stations, while online delivery uses typed clinical cases.

Time Limit

Part I lasts 2 hours, or 2.5 hours only if an onsite technical problem requires paper answer sheets. Part II lasts 60 minutes onsite for 8 cases in 4 stations or 80 minutes online for typed clinical cases.

Passing Score

Candidates must score 6 or greater in Part I to pass. The final algorithm gives 40% weight to MCQ and 60% to four clinical-case stations; the overall result must be 6 or greater. One clinical station may be below 6 only if the MCQ score and overall score are both above 6.

Exam Fee

EUR 600 EBOD examination fee. (European Board of Ophthalmology)

EBOD Exam Content Outline

Format

Part I MCQ/SBA and Part II Clinical Cases

Thirty traditional multiple true/false MCQs, thirty SBA questions, then standardised Viva Voce or online Clinical Cases.

Eligibility

Specialist or Final-Year Resident Route

Certified specialists and final-year residents in eligible countries apply through EBO with National Delegate and, for residents, Head of Department confirmation.

Scoring

Score 6 Thresholds and 40/60 Weighting

Mandatory Part I score of at least 6, 40% MCQ and 60% clinical-case weighting, overall score of at least 6, and limited allowance for one clinical station below 6.

Clinical

Comprehensive Ophthalmology Syllabus

Optics, refraction, strabismus, cornea, glaucoma, cataract, retina, uveitis, neuro-ophthalmology, orbit, adnexa, general medicine, pathology, microbiology, immunology, pharmacology, and therapeutics.

Professional

Online Proctoring, Diploma, and FEBO Title

English-only exam, closed-book remote proctoring for online exams, no unauthorised materials or content capture, and FEBO title after successful diploma requirements.

How to Pass the EBOD Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Candidates must score 6 or greater in Part I to pass. The final algorithm gives 40% weight to MCQ and 60% to four clinical-case stations; the overall result must be 6 or greater. One clinical station may be below 6 only if the MCQ score and overall score are both above 6.
  • Assessment: EBOD is a comprehensive ophthalmology diploma examination in English. From the May 2024 update, Part I has 30 traditional EBO multiple true/false MCQs and 30 Single Best Answer questions. Part II uses standardised Viva Voce or online Clinical Cases: onsite delivery covers 8 cases in 4 stations, while online delivery uses typed clinical cases.
  • Time limit: Part I lasts 2 hours, or 2.5 hours only if an onsite technical problem requires paper answer sheets. Part II lasts 60 minutes onsite for 8 cases in 4 stations or 80 minutes online for typed clinical cases.
  • Exam fee: EUR 600 EBOD examination fee.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

EBOD Study Tips from Top Performers

1Prepare separately for true/false judgement and single-best-answer reasoning; Part I includes both formats and has no negative marking.
2Practise concise case presentations for the eight Part II clinical cases: diagnosis, differentials, urgent risks, investigations, management, prognosis, and counselling.
3Cover all EBO syllabus fields rather than over-specialising, because the exam is comprehensive and permits only limited weakness in one clinical station.
4For online sittings, test the device, webcam, audio, Chrome setup, internet connection, and quiet room in advance; the online exam is remotely proctored and closed book.
5Remember the diploma sequence: FEBO title use depends on passing EBOD and meeting the appropriate specialist or resident diploma requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EBOD?

EBOD is the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma, a comprehensive EBO examination designed to assess ophthalmology knowledge and clinical skills and support harmonised European standards.

What is the current EBOD Part I format?

EBO states that Part I consists of 30 traditional multiple true/false MCQs and 30 Single Best Answer questions. The duration is 2 hours and there is no negative marking.

What is the EBOD Part II format?

Part II uses standardised clinical cases. Onsite delivery is a 60-minute Viva Voce covering 8 cases in 4 stations. Online delivery uses typed clinical cases and lasts 80 minutes.

Who is eligible for EBOD?

Certified specialists in ophthalmology in eligible countries may apply, and final-year residents in eligible countries may apply with Head of Department and National Delegate confirmation. Country-specific rules apply.

How is EBOD scored?

Candidates must score at least 6 in Part I. The overall result weights MCQ at 40% and the four clinical-case stations at 15% each. The overall score must be at least 6, with only a limited exception for one clinical station below 6.

Does passing EBOD automatically grant national specialist status?

No. EBO states the exam is voluntary in most EU countries, though some countries use or recognise it in national assessment. Resident candidates receive the diploma only after national specialist registration documentation is completed.