Especialización en Oftalmología (UNAB – FOSCAL)

Overview

Four-year, full-time ophthalmology specialisation (residency) run by UNAB with clinical training at FOSCAL. Admission combines CV review, a knowledge exam (ophthalmology questions in English), psychotechnical and English tests, and an interview.

The programme

Training type

Specialist training programme

Duration

4 years (full-time, exclusive dedication)

Start

July 2026 (two places) and January 2027 (two places) for the 202669 cohort

Positions

4 admitted per cohort (5 on waiting list)

Accreditation

Not stated on official page

Department

Not stated on official page

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Medical degree; selection by CV (25%), knowledge exam (50%), English test (5%) and interview (20%).

International applicants

Foreign applicants sit the exam with cédula de extranjería or passport

Visa support

Not stated on official page

Licence requirement

Not stated on official page

How to apply

Deadline

Application documents reviewed as of 11 February 2026 (202669 cohort); exam 14 February 2026

Application method

UNAB online admission platform with supporting documents

Funding

Funding

Not stated on official page

Official sources