The Part B viva — Section 2 of the FRCS (Urol) and sometimes called Part 2 — is where knowledge is converted into spoken clinical judgement.. Candidates are expected to discuss common urological problems, prioritise safe management, and show that their answers are organised under time pressure.
Station-style thinking
The viva comprises a set of short oral stations covering the breadth of urology, including oncology, paediatrics, emergencies, stones and infection, technology and imaging, functional urology, BPH, and andrology. The exact format can change, so official regulations remain the reference point.
What candidates need to demonstrate
Strong answers are structured, safe, and clinically practical. They show an ability to gather relevant information, frame differential diagnoses, choose investigations, explain management, and recognise when guidelines, multidisciplinary discussion, or senior input are needed.
The standard expected is that of a competent day 1 Urology consultant.
How is it scored?
Stations are graded according to the JCIE markscheme (see: https://www.jcie.org.uk/content/content.aspx?ID=4).
To pass the part 2 examination you are required to average a "6" which aligns with competent practice.
Overall pass requires an average of a "6" or above. This means stations where you score a 5 can be compensated by scoring a 7 in another area.
How our viva engine helps your revision
Reading model answers is useful, but the viva rewards spoken performance. Our viva engine CLIVE (continuously learning intelligent viva engine) helps candidates practise aloud and then review omissions, weak sequencing, and priorities that need to be tightened before the real exam.
Frequently asked questions
Can I revise for the viva silently?
Silent reading builds knowledge, but most candidates also need repeated spoken practice so answer structure, timing, and clinical priorities become automatic.
Should you wish to practice these scenarios in an environment where you cannot talk aloud, our viva engine also accepts typed answers which are evaluated the same way.
Does the platform replace courses or trainers?
No. It is designed to complement consultant teaching, study groups, courses, and official resources by giving you more opportunities to practise aloud.
Put the guidance into practice
Practise aloud with our viva engine
Move from reading about the exam to practising realistic Part B stations, receiving examiner-style feedback, and focusing your next revision session using our purpose-built viva engine CLIVE.