Examinations by specialty

The College offers examinations across 20 pathology specialties. Information about each of these specialties and the content and format of the examinations is available on these pages. Candidates should note that this information is intended as guidance only and must also read and agree to the general and specialty-specific regulations and guidelines before applying for an examination.

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Clinical biochemistry

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Dermatopathology

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Forensic pathology

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Genetics

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Haematology

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Haematology clinical science

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Histocompatibility and immunogenetics

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Histopathology

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Immunology

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Infection

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Medical genetics

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Medical microbiology

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Molecular pathology

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Neuropathology

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Oral and maxillofacial pathology

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Paediatric pathology

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Reproductive science

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Toxicology

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Transfusion science

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Veterinary clinical pathology

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Veterinary pathology

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Virology