Key facts
| Exam administrator | NUS Division of Graduate Medical Studies administers MMed Anaesthesiology Part A. |
|---|---|
| Exam component | Part A is the knowledge-focused first part of a three-part examination. |
| Format | Two papers, with 125 single-best-answer questions in each. |
| Duration | 150 minutes per paper; 250 questions total. |
| 2026 dates | The 2026 sitting was held on 4–5 August; the application period was 15 May–12 June 2026. |
| Eligibility | Recognised basic medical degree, valid SMC Practising Certificate at application, and at least six months of Singapore Anaesthesiology postings by the examination. |
| Fees | Listed fees: SGD 98.10 application fee and SGD 1,332.80 Examination/Programme fee. |
| Pass standard | Angoff standard setting for Part A multiple-choice questions; no fixed numerical pass mark is published on the DGMS examination page. |
What MMed Anaesthesiology Part A is
The Master of Medicine (Anaesthesiology) Part A examination is the first of three parts. It assesses knowledge through multiple-choice questions, including recall, understanding and application. NUS’s Division of Graduate Medical Studies administers the examination.
MMed Anaesthesiology Part A exam format
MMed Part A written exam format
| Paper | Questions | Time | Question type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 125 | 150 minutes | Single-best-answer multiple-choice questions |
| Paper 2 | 125 | 150 minutes | Single-best-answer multiple-choice questions |
Across both papers, you answer 250 questions in five hours. NUS administers the examination digitally through Examplify. Candidates must bring their own laptop and charger.
MMed Part A exam dates and applications
2026 sitting and application window
Paper 1 was held on Tuesday, 4 August 2026, and Paper 2 on Wednesday, 5 August 2026. The application period ran from 15 May to 12 June 2026. Both have passed, and NUS has not announced a later Part A sitting.
MMed Anaesthesiology Part A eligibility
Who can apply
NUS requires applicants to:
- Hold a recognised basic medical degree.
- Have a valid Singapore Medical Council (SMC) Practising Certificate when applying.
- Have completed at least six months of Anaesthesiology postings in Singapore by the examination.
Apply through the DGMS Online System for Course Applications (OSCA) and complete the online self-declaration form by the closing date. The application requires supporting documents, including identification, the medical degree and the SMC Practising Certificate.
MMed Part A syllabus and subject weightings
The published subject weightings are estimates; the actual weighting may vary between years.
| Subject area | Estimated weighting |
|---|---|
| Physiology | 32% |
| Pharmacology and biostatistics | 33% |
| Physics and equipment | 15% |
| Clinical medicine | 10% |
| Anatomy | 10% |
Physiology includes respiratory and cardiovascular systems, renal function, acid–base balance, the nervous system, liver and gastrointestinal physiology, haematology, endocrine function, and maternal, fetal and neonatal topics. Pharmacology and biostatistics cover core anaesthetic drugs, other relevant drugs, drug actions and clinical trials. Physics and equipment include gas laws, measurement, monitoring, anaesthesia equipment and operating-room safety. Clinical medicine includes acute medicine and common perioperative problems; anatomy includes the head and neck, airway, cardiovascular and respiratory systems, and neuroanatomy.
MMed Part A pass mark
Pass mark and results
The faculty briefing identifies Angoff standard setting for the Part A multiple-choice examination. The DGMS examination page does not publish a fixed numerical pass mark.
How to prepare for MMed Anaesthesiology Part A
A focused six-week revision plan
- Weeks 1–2: Prioritise physiology, starting with cardiovascular and respiratory topics, then renal, acid–base, neurological, endocrine, and maternal and neonatal physiology.
- Week 3: Revise pharmacology and biostatistics together. Cover drug actions and clinical trials, then practise interpreting study results.
- Week 4: Work through physics, monitoring, equipment and operating-room safety. Revisit the principles behind measurements and common sources of error.
- Week 5: Cover anatomy and clinical medicine, including the airway, neuroanatomy and common perioperative problems.
- Week 6: Mix the subjects and complete timed question blocks. A 125-question paper in 150 minutes gives you about 72 seconds per question. Review why each distractor is wrong, not only why your selected answer is right.
Give anatomy, clinical medicine, and physics and equipment dedicated revision time rather than leaving them until the end. Together, anatomy and physics and equipment account for an estimated quarter of the paper. For a broader preparation strategy, see the Singapore MMed Anaesthesiology preparation article.
More preparation advice: Mastering the Singapore MMed Anesthesiology Exams: Your Ultimate Guide to Success
Practise MMed Part A questions
For foundation-level SBA practice, Primary/Basic anesthesia MCQ/MTF offers 1,463 questions in MCQ, MTF, SBA and MBA formats. Its categories include physiology and pharmacology, clinical anesthesia, physics, equipment and monitoring, anatomy, and ethics, statistical methods and data interpretation. This is a general practice bank, not an official MMed paper or a comprehensive map of the MMed syllabus. New accounts receive a three-day free trial after email verification.
- Primary/Basic anesthesia MCQ/MTF 1,463 questions
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in MMed Part A?
There are two papers, each with 125 single-best-answer (SBA) multiple-choice questions. You have 150 minutes for each paper.
Who is eligible to sit MMed Anaesthesiology Part A?
Applicants need a recognised basic medical degree and a valid Singapore Medical Council Practising Certificate when applying. They must also have completed at least six months of Anaesthesiology postings in Singapore by the examination.
When is the next MMed Part A exam in Singapore?
The 2026 sitting took place on 4 and 5 August. NUS has not announced a later Part A sitting.
What subjects are tested in MMed Part A?
The subject areas are physiology; pharmacology and biostatistics; physics and equipment; clinical medicine; and anatomy. The published weightings are estimates and may vary between years.
What is the MMed Part A pass mark?
The faculty briefing identifies Angoff standard setting for Part A multiple-choice questions. The DGMS examination page does not state a fixed numerical pass mark.
How much does MMed Anaesthesiology Part A cost?
The listed application fee is SGD 98.10, and the Examination/Programme fee is SGD 1,332.80.
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