FEBU Part 1
Fellow of the EBU (FEBU) Part 1 Written Exam
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The FEBU Part 1 is the written examination within the European Board Examinations in Urology, the route by which the EBU awards the Fellow of the European Board of Urology title. The EBU describes the FEBU title as a Mark of Quality, and its stated mission is to stimulate continuous improvement of standards in urological education, training and professional development in Europe. The EBU states that it organises three tests per year, including the FEBU exams. Part 1 is a written exam; Part 2 is a separate oral examination.
It is intended for urologists who are preparing for European board assessment and who want an external quality marker alongside national training. Eligibility and any national integration rules are set by the EBU and, where the European examinations form part of national exams, additional national rules may apply.
The public EBU pages do not publish a detailed Part 1 blueprint, item count, duration or pass mark, so candidates should treat those details as application-specific and confirm them with the EBU. For preparation, build a broad urology revision plan around the European Training Requirements and your national curriculum, then practise written recall under timed conditions. Keep evidence for exceptional circumstances and note appeal and complaint deadlines. This page is independent study material and is not affiliated with the EBU.
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About FEBU Part 1 preparation
What is the FEBU Part 1 and who is it for?
It is the written component of the European Board Examinations in Urology, leading to the FEBU title, which the EBU describes as a Mark of Quality. It is aimed at urologists preparing for European board assessment. Check eligibility and any national rules with the EBU or the responsible national authority.
What format is the Part 1 written exam?
The public EBU pages summarised here confirm Part 1 is a written exam and Part 2 is a separate oral exam. They do not publish item count, duration, or whether image-based items are used. Use the EBU candidate information and your application confirmation for the definitive format.
How many times per year are the exams held?
The EBU states it organises three tests per year, including the FEBU exams. The public pages do not list Part 1 dates here. Check the EBU calendar and application deadlines; do not assume a monthly or quarterly schedule.
Is there a published pass mark or pass rate?
The EBU pages summarised here do not state a pass mark, pass rate, or scoring rule for Part 1. Avoid relying on forum figures. Confirm scoring in official candidate instructions, and treat any claimed percentage as unverified unless the EBU publishes it.
Can I appeal a fail and get it changed to a pass?
No. The EBU says all decisions relating to academic judgement are final and an appeal cannot lead to a fail result being changed to a pass result. Appeals address procedural defects or irregularities, such as administrative errors or examiner bias in the oral examination.
What is the deadline to submit an appeal?
Within 10 working days from delivery of the examination, by email, using the application form. The EBU confirms receipt within 5 working days; office review starts within 5 and completes within a maximum of 60 working days. If referred, a panel hearing is held at the next EBU Board Meeting.
What happens if I miss the exam for illness or travel disruption?
Submit the Exceptional Circumstances form before the exam or at latest 5 days after delivery, with independent evidence such as a health professional letter, transport documents, court or solicitor documents, or a death certificate. The EBU assesses within 30 working days; if upheld, 50% of the examination fee is refunded.
Can I retake Part 1 if I fail?
The public EBU pages summarised here do not state a retake policy, number of attempts, waiting period, or fee for Part 1. Do not assume unlimited attempts. Confirm retake rules in the EBU examination regulations and your application documents before planning a repeat sitting.
What is a common failure mode and how should I study?
A common risk is preparing only from one textbook and ignoring the breadth of urology. Map study to the European Training Requirements and your national curriculum, then practise written recall under timed conditions. Do not rely on remembered question counts or pass marks; confirm logistics with the EBU.
What is the difference between an appeal and a complaint?
An appeal reviews a decision about your performance in an exam; a complaint concerns the provision or quality of the EBU or an affiliate partner, including staff conduct. Both use an application form within 10 working days of exam delivery; complaints are assessed within 30 working days, and a upheld complaint gets a full fee refund.