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Federation / European Section and Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
European Specialty Examination in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
A European specialist knowledge examination that replaced the former UK gastroenterology SCE and ESBGH examination. RCPI lists attempting an examination, such as a European fellowship examination, as desirable; it does not mandate ESEGH for Irish HST.
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Examining body: Federation / European Section and Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Cost: One attempt: £700 UK; €800 in ESBGH member, associate or observer countries; £875 elsewhere. Confirm the country category when applying.
Who can sit it
No entry requirements. Candidates who passed the former Gastroenterology SCE or ESBGH examination cannot apply.
When NCHDs sit it
An option toward the end of HST after broad specialty experience; agree timing with your trainer and leave time for another attempt if desired.
Exam format
ESEGHAnnual/yr
Two computer-based papers at a test centre, each with 100 best-of-five questions. · 2 × 3 hours
Dates
- 13 Jan 2027Apply by2027 applications close (ESEGH)
- 7 Apr 2027SittingESEGH 2027 (ESEGH)
Training links
HST Gastroenterology
Recommended. The curriculum describes attempting a relevant specialty examination as desirable. ESEGH is one option.
Preparation resources
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College guidance
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Facts last verified 2026-10-25.