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The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) is a not-for-profit membership organisation representing clinical radiologists and radiation oncologists in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. Its Clinical Radiology Training Program sits under the Trainees section of the College website, and the examinations form one strand of that program alongside training requirements, becoming a Fellow, and transitioning trainees. This page covers the Clinical Radiology Examination Phases, the staged examination component of the training pathway for doctors preparing for Fellowship in clinical radiology. The source lists a Clinical Radiology Examination Phases page but does not state phase names, weights, question counts, durations, passing standards, fees, or retake rules, so candidates should consult the College directly for current specifics. Preparation should follow the structure the College publishes: read the training requirements and examination phases documents together, work through the resources and support pages including the Centralised Learning Program, and use the ePortfolio to track progress. Anatomy underpins all imaging interpretation, so build a systematic regional anatomy revision habit early and integrate it with applied imaging fundamentals rather than treating it as a separate subject. Confirm all examination logistics with RANZCR before planning study timelines.

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What are the RANZCR Clinical Radiology Examination Phases?

They are the examination component of the RANZCR Clinical Radiology Training Program, listed on the College website under Trainees, alongside training requirements, becoming a Fellow, and transitioning trainees. The source does not publish phase names, content breakdowns, or weightings on the retrieved page, so check the dedicated examination pages directly.

Who sits these examinations?

Trainees enrolled in the RANZCR Clinical Radiology Training Program. The College describes its trainee audience as those on training pathways from entry into training through to Fellowship. International medical graduates and applicants to training programs are directed to separate pages covering applying to training programs and short-term training.

What does the examination cover?

The source does not specify examination content, domains, or weightings. The College positions clinical radiology as spanning diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures, and its stated focus is best-practice outcomes and equity of access to high-quality care. Candidates should obtain the current syllabus from RANZCR rather than relying on secondhand summaries.

How long is each examination and what is the format?

The retrieved source states no duration, format, or question count for any phase. Because examination structures are revised periodically, confirm the current format and timing with the College before you build a study plan around any particular paper structure, timing, or item count.

What is the pass mark and can I retake a failed examination?

Neither the passing standard nor retake rules appear in the source, so no figure or policy can be given here. Both are commonly covered in the College's training policies and forms, which sit under Resources and Support. Ask RANZCR or your training network directly for the rules that apply to your cohort.

How much does sitting the examinations cost?

The source does not list examination fees. The membership fees page covers membership categories rather than examination charges, so do not assume the two are the same. Request a current fee schedule from the College before budgeting, and note that fees may differ for trainees in different training networks or countries.

How should I prepare and in what order?

Start with the College's own documents: training requirements and examination phases, read together so you understand what each stage expects. Use the Centralised Learning Program and the listed resources and support, and record progress in the ePortfolio. Build regional anatomy systematically and pair it with applied imaging fundamentals rather than revising them in isolation.

What are the common failure modes?

The source does not publish failure statistics or examiner commentary, so treat any specific claim with caution. A practical risk is preparing from outdated or unofficial summaries instead of the College's current documents. Another is uneven anatomy coverage, which weakens performance across every imaging subspecialty. Verify requirements directly with RANZCR each year.

Where do I find official examination information?

The RANZCR website is the authoritative source, with the Clinical Radiology Examination Phases page linked under Trainees, plus the Document Library, training policies and forms, and Resources and Support. The College also publishes news and announcements that can signal changes. Always confirm details with RANZCR before relying on them.