Ophthalmology ST1 Interview Course

Boost your chances of success at the 2025 OST ST1 Interview with our comprehensive interview course

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Key Features

2025 Interview Updates
Over 40 Essential Topics
Common & Curveball Stations
Model Answer Frameworks

Comprehensive Training & Mock Interviews for OST Placements

Our online, self-paced course prepares you for your OST/Ophthalmology ST1 placement interview. With five in-depth modules, we cover everything from the application process to the interview structure, common consultations, practice stations, curveball scenarios, and what to expect on the day.

This course has been fully updated for the 2025 interview to ensure you get the most relevant and up-to-date guidance available.

Preparation for Ophthalmology ST1 Interview

The Ophthalmology ST1 interview process is becoming increasingly competitive, with hundreds of candidates vying for a limited number of spots each year.

Our OST interview preparation course provides advanced support, going beyond standard OST question banks to offer more comprehensive topic coverage and material than any other provider.

This course is brought to you by experienced ophthalmology trainees medical professionals in the Ophthalmology field from This course is brought to you by experienced ophthalmology trainees . It equips you with the prerequisite knowledge, expert interview techniques, and proven frameworks to excel in the 2025 OST National Selection process.

Key Topics in Ophthalmology ST1 Preparation Course:

Common Consultations: Learn how to handle the most frequent clinical scenarios you’ll face in your interview.
20+ Practice Stations, Roleplays & Mark Schemes: Experience realistic interview simulations to build your confidence and refine your performance. Prepare with ophthalmology practice questions that you can expect in your interview.
Clinical Pearls & Strategies: Gain the insider knowledge and techniques that will impress interviewers and help you score higher.
Answer Frameworks: Master our proven systems for structuring high-scoring and well-reasoned responses.
Curveball Scenarios: Prepare for the unexpected questions and demonstrate your adaptability and clinical reasoning under pressure.
Interview structure and key advice
Essential outpatient knowledge

Who is this course for?

The Medset Ophthalmology ST1 course has been created to support any doctor applying for Ophthalmology training. The course provides comprehensive preparation for the competitive OST National Selection process.

Your OST Preparation Options:

As an award-winning education provider in the medical field, Medset offers several options to help you prepare for your interview that best suit your needs.

Online course only: Includes 5 modules covering interview expectations, scenarios, practice questions, preparation tips, and more.
Mock interview only: An online mock OST/ST1 interview and coaching session led by expert tutors, designed todesigned to to assess and improve your performance before your official interview. Covers common and curveball stations, and includes personalised feedback to prepare you for success.
Interview & Course Bundle (Best value): Includes both the online course and mock interview to train and practice in advance of your OST interview.

Ready to Secure Your Place in Ophthalmology?

Join the hundreds of successful candidates who used our course to get into their Ophthalmology ST1 position and preferred deanery.

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What You'll Learn

Course Content

Last updated July 2024

OST Application

Our comprehensive module covers the full Ophthalmology ST1 application process, providing you with a competitive edge before the interview even begins. If you’re looking for advice on how to get into an ophthalmology residency, this module provides you with the support you need to get started.

This module helps to explain exactly what recruiters are looking for when they review your portfolio and score your MSRA exam to give you a better chance of securing an interview position.

The OST Application Process: A step-by-step guide to the Oriel system, demystifying the form and helping you avoid common pitfalls.
MSRA Preparation: Our expert advice on how to prepare for the Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment, a crucial component of your total score.
The Evidence Folder (Portfolio): A breakdown of the scoring domains and how to best showcase your achievements to secure maximum points.

The Interview

This core module prepares you for every aspect of the interview, from its structure to the essential skills you’ll need to excel.

Interview Overview & Focus Of The Interview: Get a complete overview of the interview structure and what to expect on the day.
Interview Format: A detailed breakdown of each station type, including timings and scoring.
Essential Communication and Interview Skills: Master the communication, professionalism, and time-management skills required to impress the interview panel.
Interview Mark Scheme: A deep dive into the scoring criteria, so you know exactly how to tailor your answers for the highest possible marks.

Common Consultations

The common consultations module covers high-yield consultation stations and scenarios you are likely to encounter in the interview process and ST1 position.

This module provides essential frameworks and preparation support to handle scenarios with professionalism and empathy, including:

Apologising For An Error
The ‘Simple’ Diagnosis
The ‘Poor Prognosis’ Diagnosis
The ‘Embarrassing’ Diagnosis
The ‘Patient Focused’ Diagnosis
Patient Follow Up
Cancelled Surgery
Advanced Communication
Non-Medical Concerns

Practice Stations

Our extensive library of practice scenarios covers everything from common clinical presentations to complex ethical dilemmas you may encounter in the interview process and an Ophthalmology position.

Each practice station includes detailed answers and mock mark schemes to compare your responses to prepare effectively for the scenarios you are presented with. The course includes the following stations:

Conjunctivitis
Temporal Arteritis
Wrong Implant
Raised Intraocular Pressures
Chalazion
A&E Delay
Double Vision
Malignancy
Cytomegalovirus Retinitis
Ocular Discharge
Penetrating Eye Injury
Anterior Uveitis
Open Angle Glaucoma
Macular Degeneration
Visual Loss
Cancelled Patient
Non-Accidental Injury

Common Eye Conditions

This section gives you a targeted overview of the high-yield clinical knowledge you need for the interview, helping you to prepare for the most common and expected clinical questions you may be presented with in the interview.

The course covers a full range of common eye conditions you need to be aware of, including:

Eyelids
Conjunctivitis/Corneal
Anterior Uveitis
Cataract
Glaucoma
Retinal Conditions

Course Summary

The final module helps to consolidate your knowledge and create a personalised revision strategy for the final days leading up to your interview.Summary

Verified Reviews

Davina J.

Excellent thorough online course to aid in preparation for ophthalmology ST1 interviews, which is currently comprised only of a patient consultation and communication station.

Anderson A.

I just finished all the modules, and they were brilliant—better than other question banks I’ve used online! They have definitely helped me prep for the interview!

Hilary S.

Brilliant course that covered everything I needed for the OST interview. I would 100% recommend it to anyone applying to ophthalmology training!

About The Author

Ms May Wong

May Wong is a multi-award-winning Ophthalmology Specialty Trainee in North London with a particular interest in research, technology and innovation for the advancement of medical education.

Quality Assured

This course has undergone thorough evaluation by a panel of experts to guarantee that the information presented is accurate, current, and aligned with expected interview standards. Course content is regularly reviewed and updated in response to user feedback.

Why Medset?

We’re an award-winning team of doctors committed to excellence in medical education. Since 2013, we’ve taught tens of thousands of students and healthcare professionals from around the world. Our courses are designed by medical experts who are passionate about providing the highest-quality educational content. So whether applying to medical school, in specialist training or developing your consultant practice, we’re here to support you at every stage of your career.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I get access for?

You’ll get instant access as soon as you sign up for 12 months.

Is the course up to date?

Yes. Our course is updated each year to reflect the latest changes in the Ophthalmology ST1 interview format, including the focus on patient communication and clinical scenarios. We monitor official recruitment documents to ensure our content is always current.

How is this course different from a standard question bank?

Our course is not just a question bank. We provide detailed video lectures, structured answer frameworks, and mock scenarios to teach you the underlying principles of a high-scoring answer. A question bank gives you the questions; our course teaches you how to answer them and prepares you for any curveballs an interviewer can throw at you.

Do I get a mock interview with this course?

The mock interview is a separate add-on service. However, we offer an Interview & Course Bundle for the best value. This bundle includes full access to the online course and a personalised, one-on-one mock interview with a current ophthalmology registrar.

Is this course worth the investment?

The Ophthalmology ST1 interview is the most competitive and crucial hurdle of your career. An investment in our course is an investment in your future. Our goal is to provide you with the most comprehensive preparation possible to help you secure a highly sought-after training number and preferred deanery.

Mock Interview

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