GDC ORE Revision Blog

More than half of candidates fail on their first attempt. We break down which papers are hardest, why the pass rate sits where it does, and what the data tells us about how to prepare smarter.

A complete breakdown of every knowledge area tested in the ORE Part 1 — from Head & Neck Anatomy and Pharmacology to Radiology and Behavioural Sciences. Includes what to prioritise in each topic.

Written SBAs versus clinical OSCEs — the two parts of the ORE test completely different skills. This article compares format, difficulty, cost, the order you must sit them, and how preparation for each differs.

Most successful candidates study for 3–6 months. But the right answer depends on when you qualified, how many hours a day you can study, and your current knowledge gaps. This article helps you work it out.

PMDC to GDC: step-by-step guide covering eligibility, English requirements, ORE Part 1 preparation and how Pakistani graduates can register in the UK.

DCI to GDC: how Indian BDS and MDS graduates register with the GDC, sit the ORE, and start practising dentistry in the UK.

How Nigerian BDS/BChD graduates can register with the GDC and practise in the UK — eligibility, documentation, ORE pathway and preparation tips.

Egyptian dental graduates and the GDC ORE pathway — what qualifications are accepted, key documentation, and how to prepare for Part 1 from Egypt.

An honest comparison of every ORE Part 1 resource — question banks, textbooks, past papers and study groups. Which ones actually work?

Can you prepare for ORE Part 1 from Pakistan, India or anywhere abroad? Yes — here's exactly how to do it effectively.